TOP 30 UNDER 30 "Future Leaders Of Charlotte" Class Of 2026

Join Elevate Lifestyle, Stephen Cooley Real Estate, & Cobble Construction Group for the TOP 30 UNDER 30 Awards Presentation & Celebration! Each year Elevate Lifestyle is on the search for Charlotte's outstanding entrepreneurs, executives, managers and professionals in the public, and nonprofit sectors for its annual TOP 30 UNDER 30 "Future Leaders Of Charlotte" Awards Presentation & Celebration. This year is the 16th Annual TOP 30 UNDER 30 "Future Leaders Of Charlotte" Awards, and below is the "Class of 2026". They were chosen based on a range of criteria; including professional achievement, experience, innovation, leadership and community involvement. The TOP 30 UNDER 30 event will begin at 6 pm with a Cocktail Hour, followed by the Awards Presentation and then the Celebration. This year's event is brought to you by our TITLE SPONSORS: Stephen Cooley Real Estate, and Cobble Construction Group. PRESENTING SPONSOR: Premier Marketing EVENT SPONSOR: The Bolos Group BEVERAGE PARTNERS: TBA MASTER OF CEREMONIES: Chris Diorio PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Michael Wilson, MJW Photo ATTIRE: Business Professional or Cocktail Attire LOCATION: The Rose Honky Tonk in South End PARKING: South End Station Parking at 1435 South Tryon Street, Preferred Parking garage at 1414 South Tryon Street at the Rail Yard office building and street parking. 21+ Only (NC State Law) >> MEET THE CLASS OF 2026 << Cameran Bellamy with Airship Sydney Bernhardt with Sleek Social Club Albert Bittle with Beasley Media Group Harry Blondell with Sandee Road Ventures Josh Cardinal with Albrick Grace Christenbury with JB Fitzgerald Venture Capital Tanner Clark with Stephen Cooley Real Estate Justin Dansky with Albrick Michael Evola with Community Shelter of Union County Hannah Falzone with Atypic Morgan Fitzgerald with Bank of America Dillon Forstberg with Keller Williams SouthPark Aaron Fox with Mid-Atlantic Emergency Medical Associates Jasmine Gonzalez with 79th Parallel Kyle Hammill with Trails End Custom Construction Erick Harris with Bank of America Jarrell Hibler with Premier Marketing Melissa Landry with Dell Technologies Summer Leigh Risko with American Red Cross Tucker Loflin with Curri Maxwell McArthur with Terrier Financial Group Alexandra McCurdy with Lockhern Digital Hannah McKee with HarborPath Direct Trevor Melito with Sandee Road Ventures, Preston Pope with Elrod Pope Law Firm Qierra People with QP Tax Solutions Rachel Ryan with Wells Fargo Ethan Wallace with EXP Realty Vincent Watkins with Local and Qualified Christian Wityk with AV Concepts *** ABOUT OUR SPONSORS *** TITLE SPONSORS: 💁 Cobble Construction Group: They are redefining the construction and insurance restoration industry through innovation, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Serving clients across the Southeast, they help homeowners and businesses rebuild with confidence while setting a higher standard for service, craftsmanship, and long-term relationships. Cobble Construction Group 💁 Stephen Cooley Real Estate: Stephen has been recognized as CEO of the year and SCRE has been recognized as one of the top places to work in Charlotte, with over 17,000+ homes sold. Stephen Cooley Real Estate PRESENTING SPONSOR: 💁 Premier Marketing: They are a full-service marketing and branding agency that partners with businesses to build distinctive brand identities and drive sustainable growth. From strategic positioning and creative brand development to business development support, Premier combines sharp creative instinct with a results-driven approach to help clients stand out in competitive markets. The agency is committed to building lasting partnerships that deliver measurable impact for every brand it represents. Premier Marketing EVENT SPONSOR: 💁 The Bolos Group: They are a leading real estate team serving buyers and sellers throughout the Carolinas. Built on relationships, innovation, local expertise, and exceptional service, our agents are committed to helping clients achieve their real estate goals while creating a better experience for every client and community they serve. The Bolos Group Interested in being a sponsor? Reach out to use at [email protected]