Pro Builder Spotlights the Industry’s Next Generation of Leaders
In its latest issue, Pro Builder — the official media partner of NAHB — released its Forty under 40 Class of 2024 list. Pro Builder's Forty Under 40 recognizes 40 leaders under the age of 40 for their energy, talent, innovation and career achievements.
The following NAHB members were recognized as part of the latest class:
- Adam Billingsley
- Janna Colucci
- Ethan Epps
- Anthony Giannini
- Andy Gottesman
- Ashley Kanzler
- Ashley Kepley-Steward
- Nikki Lytle
- Taylor Marquess
- Christina Maxwell
- Mike Moxley
- Jason Rhoads
- Karolyn Shelton
- Gary Venables
- Eric Visser
- Marie Watkins
- Donna Wiggins
Four past Under 40 awardees served on a judging panel to help evaluate and select the class of 2024.
“As NAHB continues to focus on attracting younger professionals to the trades, efforts like Pro Builder’s Forty under 40 program provide a great opportunity to spotlight what can be achieved in our industry,” said Robert Carroll, chairman of the NAHB Young Professionals Committee. “It’s exciting to see not only so many up-and-coming professionals, but so many NAHB members as well, recognized for their efforts and contributions to home building.”
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