Yes – The competition is open to individuals that live and/or work in Oakland County, Michigan and are under 40, born after December 31, 1983.

Use the “Apply Now” button on the 40 Under 40 page to access the form. Applications open at 9 a.m. on Nov. 15, 2023. The deadline to enter is 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 12, 2023.

Only completed forms will be accepted as they provide the vital information our judges use when considering the merits of each entry. Don’t be shy. Please include interesting details (and accurate as we do our best to verify all information you give us) about yourself where appropriate as this information may be used for publicity purposes and your 40 under 40 online profile posted to oakgov.com/40under40.

You have the opportunity to also upload your current resume/CV. A headshot photo of you is required. It will be used to promote your participation in the 40 under 40 program if you become a member of Class of 2024.

1. There is an initial review to ensure that the applicant has met the minimum eligibility standards, i.e., do you live or work in Oakland County and does your date of birth fall within the requirements.
2. A detailed review is conducted with applicants evaluated on the following:
   • Professional Achievement
   • Community Leadership & Service
   • How do you exemplify "Oakland Together"?
3. An independent panel of judges will consider the merits of each application and select the Oakland Together 40 under 40 Class of 2024.

All entrants will receive email notification of the final decision at the close of the contest. The contest timeline is posted to oakgov.com/40under40.

No – There is no fee to nominate or enter in the Oakland County Executive's Oakland Together 40 Under 40™ program.

Yes but you will need to complete a new entry form by the deadline of 11:59 p.m. EST on Dec. 12, 2023 to be included in this year’s contest. The application will be open from 9 a.m. EST on Nov. 15 to 11:59 p.m. EST on Dec. 12, 2023. Previous recipients of the award are not eligible to participate.

Individuals selected to the 40 under 40 Class of 2024 are invited to the invitation-only 2024 State of the County Address and the 40 under 40 Award Reception. Oakland County will also promote 40 under 40 class members on county social media platforms and on oakgov.com/40under40.

Contact us at 40under40@oakgov.com.