Enter Now
Nominations for the 2027 40under40 are open now.
We are looking for Western Australia’s next generation of daring, driven and disruptive leaders. The ones building, challenging, creating and making their mark.
Know the ones? A colleague, client, supplier, friend or family member who’s doing things differently? Put their name forward.
If that person is you, self-nominate. Tell us about the risks you’ve taken, the setbacks you’ve overcome, the wins you’ve earned and where you’re heading next.
From business and academia to sport, community and beyond, we’re looking for change-makers from every industry and field.
40under40 is open to Western Australian's who are under the age of 40, as of 31 December 2026.
Entry Submission Guide
The 2027 Entry Submission Guide is available below.
Conditions of Entry
All entry nominations are subject to our Terms and Conditions.
Rewarding Achievement
All winners receive editorial coverage and publicity through Business News, putting their story, achievements and work in front of WA’s business community.
You’ll also join the 40under40 Alumni, a network of exceptional leaders, innovators and changemakers, with opportunities to build connections that extend beyond the awards night.
Winners also receive a complimentary six-month premium subscription to Business News. Existing Business News subscribers receive an additional user for 3 months.
And for one standout leader, there’s another mark to make. The First Amongst Equals winner receives a 40under40 First Amongst Equals trophy and a complimentary 12-month premium subscription to Business News.
Nomination Fee
Nomination fee is $420 inc GST. This includes 1 x ticket to the 2027 40under40 Awards Gala Dinner and 1 x entry submission writing workshop.
Nomination fees are not transferable or refundable.
Note:
40under40 First Amongst Equals inductees and winners from the previous three years are ineligible to enter.
