01 / Age
Nominees should be 29 or younger on July 25, 2026, the date of NextGEN Business Summit 2026.
30 Under 30 Nominations
NextGEN Recognition Program30 Under 30July 25, 2026 - New Westminster, BC
Nominations now open
The next 30 are already building.
Nominate yourself or an emerging BC founder, operator, creator, student, or business leader whose work deserves to be seen in the room.
Eligibility
Built like a recognition program, reviewed like one.
Inspired by the public 30 Under 30 model, NextGEN reviews age, impact, potential, achievements, and verifiable proof before any final recognition.
02 / Impact
We look for measurable contribution: company traction, customers, revenue, team growth, community benefit, creative output, or industry influence.
03 / Potential
Strong nominees show ambition with substance: a clear direction, credible execution, and the ability to shape what comes next.
04 / Achievements
Useful proof may include funding, revenue, awards, press, partnerships, product milestones, social impact, or other verifiable accomplishments.
05 / BC Connection
Nominees should be based in British Columbia or building work with a meaningful connection to BC business, innovation, or community.
06 / Verification
Shortlisted nominees may be asked for ID, business licence, registration records, references, or other documents before final selection.
Verification & Fees
Clear expectations before nomination.
Shortlisted nominees may be asked to provide documents that confirm identity, age, role, company legitimacy, and the achievements described in the nomination. If selected, participation in the recognition, presentation, or related summit programming may require an entry or presentation fee.
- Government-issued ID for age and identity verification
- Business licence, incorporation record, school record, or role confirmation where relevant
- Supporting proof such as traction, revenue, funding, press, references, or impact documentation
Submitting a nomination does not guarantee selection, publication, speaking time, or award placement. The organizing team may verify information, request supporting records, and decline nominations that cannot be substantiated.