Criteria for Nominees

  • Nominees do not have to be a member of the KCC, this program is open to the public.
  • Nominations for Top 40 Over 40 are for individuals 41+ in age as of January 1, 2025.
  • Nominees must reside and work in the Central Okanagan and contribute to the development of our local community, within the last 24 months.
  • If a nominee has been previously honoured in this program, they are not eligible to be recognized again in future years (Top 40 Under/Over 40).
  • Employees, Board Members, Judges, or direct Contractors to KCC are not eligible for nomination.
  • Nominees can be self nominated.
  • Judging is based on Nominees involvement over the immediate past 3-5 years.

Requirements for Nominations

  • Nominations open at or about 8:30 a.m. December 13, 2024, to 11:59 p.m. February 21, 2025 (the “Contest Closing Date”).
  • A person or company may enter as many nominees as they like.
  • Nominators/Nominees are encouraged to complete the entire application no later than 11:59 p.m. February 21, 2025 in order to be considered by the program's independent judges.
  • Judging is undertaken by an independent panel of business leaders and each judge uses a numerical scoring system to rank nominees based on the areas outlined in the application. As submissions are received, those with the highest aggregate ranking will be recognized by the program. Each nomination must receive a minimum score of 80/100 to be an honouree.
  • Nominations are subject to verification by the panel of Judges.
  • All entries and information collected are protected under the KCC Privacy Policy.

Disclosure

  • All information collected from Honourees becomes property of KCC for promotional purposes, including bio and photography, for current and future use.
  • Nominees may be contacted occasionally for promotional means and photo used for any present and/or future marketing collateral.
  • All information collected from Honourees will be shared with BDO LLP, presenting sponsor, for their internal use. They will be connecting with all honourees as part of their sponsorship. 
  • A nominee may be disqualified if the nominee is unable to meet the requirements or unavailable for the scheduled interview and the Top 40 Under 40 bio/photo submission in a timely manner.
  • Nominees may be disqualified if it is determined that the nomination form misrepresents achievements or information in any way.