CoVaBIZ Magazine 2026 NextGen Awards

Help us highlight the up-and-coming young professionals in our region! We welcome nominations from all industries and aspects of business throughout Coastal Virginia. The purpose of the NextGen Awards is to identify the best and brightest individuals among us who are making a difference in their places of work and in the community around them.

Those nominated should be between the ages of 20-40 as of Sept. 1, 2026. The nomination portal closes April 26, 2026. Results will be published in the Sept./Oct. issue of CoVaBIZ.

ONLY THE HONOREES WILL BE NOTIFIED.

NOMINATOR INFO

Please fill out the information below. This information pertains to the individual filling out the form.
Nominator Name Nominator Name First Last
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NOMINEE INFO

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Check this box to confirm the nominee resides and works in COASTAL VIRGINIA.

Check this box to confirm the nominee resides and works in COASTAL VIRGINIA. Yes, the nominee resides and works in Coastal Virginia

(Please note Richmond is not considered part of Coastal Virginia.)
Has the nominee been selected as a CoVaBIZ Millennial on the Move or NextGen honoree in the past?

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Nominee's Name Nominee's Name First Last
Nominee's Age (as of Sept. 1, 2025)
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Nominee's Place of Employment
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Nominee's Job Title
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Nominee's Preferred Email
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Nominee's Secondary Email (optional)
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What sets this person apart in their field?
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How has this person contributed to the local business community?
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What civic contributions has this person made in our community?
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Are there any additional reasons why this person should be selected? Please share!
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Thank you for your participation!

You and/or the nominee will only be contacted if selected as a 2025 honoree.

CoVaBIZ Magazine 2026 NextGen Awards

CoVaBIZ Magazine 2026 NextGen Awards

NOMINATOR INFO

NOMINEE INFO

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