Are you ready to celebrate young trailblazers shaping the future of the Bay Area?
This is the third year of Inno Under 25, our annual feature highlighting some of the most talented and successful young entrepreneurs from across the Bay.
We are extending our deadline for nominations to make sure we get the broadest pool of candidates possible and find which stars shine brightest. The very last day to submit a nominee is now August 18.
Why Nominate?
This is your chance to shine a spotlight on the remarkable individuals who are redefining innovation in our community. Whether they've launched a groundbreaking startup, pioneered a cutting-edge technology, or initiated impactful social change, we want to hear about it!
Our final batch of nominees will be featured in both our print newspaper and online in a special highlighting their accomplishments alongside original photography.
Check out last year's nominees here.
Eligibility requirements
First and foremost, nominees should be 25 years old or younger as of Sept. 15, 2023.
We are primarily looking for the founders of local startup companies, exceptional student entrepreneurs and individuals spurring on the innovation economy in their own unique way.
We are seeking nominations individuals who spend more than half of their time based in the Greater Bay Area, which includes Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, San Mateo, San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, Napa, Solano, Sonoma, San Benito and Monterey counties.
