2026 12 Under 40 Nominations Now Open

Terre Haute, Ind. - Nominations are now open for the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce’s annual 12 Under 40 awards, in partnership with the Tribune-Star, and sponsored by Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and the West Central Indiana Partnership. Established in 2015, the award recognizes young professionals under the age of 40 who are making significant contributions in their workplaces and through volunteer efforts across the community. 

“The future of West Central Indiana is incredibly bright because of the young professionals who are choosing to lead, serve and invest in our region,” said Kristin Craig, President/CEO of the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce and a 2016 honoree. “12 Under 40 gives us the chance to spotlight the people who are driving positive change both professionally and personally.” 

The 12 honorees will be recognized during a special ceremony at the Chamber’s 113th Annual Meeting on August 20 at the Terre Haute Convention Center. Each honoree will receive a physical award and will be featured in the 12 Under 40 publication by the Tribune-Star. 

Nominations will close on July 1, and the award recipients will be selected by a committee made up of community leaders. Nominations can be made by filling out an online form here.

To be eligible, nominees should not turn 40 on or before January 1, 2026. They must live or work in West Central Indiana.