The Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber is now accepting nominations for Metro Valdosta’s 4 under 40, formerly known as “Emerging Leaders.”

4 under 40 recognizes outstanding young professionals in the Valdosta-Lowndes County community. Winners will be announced during the 4 under 40 reception on Sept. 20 at the Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts. The elite four will then be submitted to Georgia Trend’s 40 under 40 program.

Candidates are selected based on professional accomplishments, experience, community involvement, leadership qualities, entrepreneurial spirit, professional and community impact.

Last year’s winners included: Nikki Forman (City of Valdosta), Anne Shenton (Nexxtep Technology Services, Inc.), Scott Orenstein (Pinnacle Prime Contractors, Inc.) and Trey Taylor (Taylor Insurance Services).

The deadline to submit nominations is Aug. 15. Click here to nominate.