35 Under 35.
Big impact deserves a bigger spotlight.
We're celebrating Minnesota's emerging professionals, creators, entrepreneurs, and community builders who are making a difference — and inviting you to help us recognize them.
NOMINATE SOMEONE ↗Because the next generation is already leading.
Some people are changing the game long before the world knows their names. MN Rising Professionals created 35 Under 35 to celebrate those making a meaningful impact through leadership, innovation, service, and community.
Now in its second year, this recognition is about more than an award. It's about seeing the people who show up, build something meaningful, and help others rise.
Know someone who belongs
in the room?
Emerging leaders, ages 18–35
Nominees must be between 18 and 35 and either live in Minnesota or be originally from Minnesota. Age 35 is eligible.
Everyone can nominate
Nominate a colleague, friend, community leader, or yourself. Previous 35 Under 35 honorees are not eligible to be recognized again.
November 6 is the deadline
Help us recognize the Class of 2026. Honorees will be celebrated at our second annual 35 Under 35 mixer in December 2026.
Meet the
Class of 2025.
Our inaugural class set the standard. Explore the professionals whose work, ambition, and contributions helped launch the 35 Under 35 tradition.
Roy Palmer
Hali Jama
Saul Martinez
Jasmine Rhoden
Antione Jenkins
Abdirahman Warsame
Mary Niedermeyer
Austin Meimaridis
Maureen Michels
Johnny Brask
Shamaria Jordan
Darisha Hill
Jenesis Palmer
Caine Knuckles
Julian Cavin
Jhaelynn Elam
Munira Yusuf
Diego Ludke
Huck Sorock
Xavier Thurman
Malik Rucker
Brook LaFloe
Tiffany Xiong
Riak Dut
Destinee Shelby
James A. Cooper Jr
Brandon Watt
Emmanuel Boateng
Ayo Idowu
Lucienne Olson
Artreal Haggins
Wyatt Gustafson
Shakirah Edwards
Llana Rojas
Jerome RichardsonNominate someone
making an impact.
Tell us who deserves to be recognized. Self-nominations are welcome. Nominations close November 6, 2026.
Someone you know
deserves this moment.
Help us celebrate the people creating what's next for Minnesota.
NOMINATE TODAY ↗