Winston Under 40, Greater Winston-Salem Inc.’s young professionals network, is proud to announce the 2026 Leadership Award recipients!
Each year, these awards recognize outstanding young professionals who are shaping Winston-Salem’s future through their leadership, career accomplishments, and community involvement.
The 2026 honorees represent the talent, innovation, and commitment driving our community forward. Spanning industries from business and education to healthcare, entrepreneurship, and social advocacy, these emerging leaders are making a meaningful difference in their workplaces and throughout the community. Their dedication to professional excellence and community impact reflects the vital role young professionals play in building a stronger, more vibrant Winston-Salem.
Please join us in congratulating these remarkable individuals on their achievements. We are excited to see how they continue to inspire, innovate, and influence the next generation of leaders in Winston-Salem! Click below for event information, tickets, and sponsorships.
2026 Leadership Awards
Gold Sponsors: Debbie’s Staffing | Truliant Federal Credit Union | | Award Sponsor: Viator Design & Construction
December 8th | Legacy Stables and Events
2026 Leadership Awards Honorees
Shannon Allen
Natalie Broyhill
Paola Quiterio Candelaria
Katherine Caster
Morgan Clausel
Gilda Cowan
Brooke Culler
Russell Dye
Ashley Edwards
Charmiya Elliott
Madison Hoffstetter
Morgan Hubbard
Brittiany Jenkins
Dr. Murchtricia Laurent
Kelly Maxey
Grace McParland
Kasie Merical
Hakeem Ayodeji Nafiu
Morgan Reitzel
Dr. Ray Robinson
Alexandria Shaw
Lizzie Shepard
Shannon Stokes
Noel Walker
Taylor Walker
Katie Wolf
Joyful Soul Treasures
Tartan Organizing
Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County
Novant Health
Winston-Salem Dash Baseball
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Forsyth Woman Magazine, Washington Park CrossFit
Financial Pathways of the Piedmont
Crisis Control Ministry, Inc.
Truliant Federal Credit Union
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Wake Forest University – The Graylyn Estate
City of Thomasville, The Flawlesskin Company
Carolina University
Mom League LLC
The Resource
The Winston-Salem Foundation
Carolina University
Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate
Columbia Innovations
Jim Shaw ACE Academy, Inmar Intelligence
Winston-Salem State Univeristy
Zen by Shannon, LLC
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Winston-Salem State University
Reynolda House Museum of American Art & Reynolda Gardens