Good leaders are needed everywhere. 40 Leaders Under Forty recognizes the remarkable young leaders in central Illinois who are enabling it to grow, thrive and become an outstanding place to live. We hope you will be inspired as you read about how they have overcome extraordinary odds, navigated personal loss, cast a vision for addressing community problems, and galvanized others to get involved.
The class of 2025 represents 13 different communities of central Illinois. They work in health care, manufacturing, emergency response, real estate, education, finance, retail, coaching, marketing and nonprofits. With their time and treasure, they support over 100 nonprofits, leading to lasting change locally and around the world. As WTVP Treasurer Win Stoller said, “This is the best class yet!”
Event Partners
CLA (Clifton Larson Allen)
Prairie Home Alliance
INB
Jimax, Peoria, IL
Beltone
WTVP Board of Directors
Peoria Vein Center
West Central Illinois Building
& Construction Trades
Plumbers Local Union 63
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Morton Community Bank
Easterseals Central Illinois
Peoria Ear, Nose, & Throat
Picket Fence Foundation
Heart of Illinois United Way
Echo Valley Meats
Class of 2025 member, Kaie Fitch, holding her award.
Chris Reynolds, Bradley University, Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, giving keynote.
Jaleesha Allen, (class of 2025) with her husband Dr. Andre Allen (class of 2018) and their daughter.
Class of 2025 member, Holly Hogeboom.
Jenn Gordon presenting Dave Gleissner his 40 Leaders Under Forty Award.
Mark Welp interviewing class of 2025 members, Laura Burke and Kate Carter.
Class of 2025 - Members
