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Celebrating Young Professionals Across Wyoming

The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce this year’s Forty Under 40 honorees, an exceptional group of rising professionals who

are accelerating innovation, strengthening local economies, and shaping the future of Wyoming’s business landscape.

 

The Forty Under 40 recognition celebrates emerging leaders whose talent, vision, and dedication stand out across the state. These individuals demonstrate outstanding leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and a deep commitment to service, embodying the Chamber’s mission to champion Wyoming’s business community and empower the next generation of industry influencers.

 

This year’s honorees represent diverse industries, roles, and regions across Wyoming. From small-business innovators to nonprofit trailblazers to executive leaders, each recipient has made a measurable, positive impact through their work. Their achievements reflect not only professional excellence but also a strong commitment to collaboration, community vitality, and long-term economic growth.

2025 Wyoming Forty Under 40 Honorees

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Alex Jewell

Associate Athletic Director for Development & Revenue Generation

Cowboy Joe Club

Laramie, WY

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Andrew Nielsen

PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist Owner

Rehab Solutions Advanced Physical Therapy

Gillette, WY

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Rebecca Podio

Petroleum Engineer

Sunshine Valley Petroleum - North Finn - POC-I - Osage Partners

Newcastle, WY

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Bradley Thimmesch

Associate Attorney

Yonkee & Toner, LLP

Sheridan, WY

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Brian Lee

Research Scientist, Agricultural & Applied Economics

University of Wyoming, Sustainable Agriculture Research & Extension Center

Torrington, WY

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Cassie Hoover

Director of Resource Development

Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Wyoming

Cheyenne, WY

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Charles Fournier

Instructor, English

Laramie County Community College, Arts & Sciences Department

Cheyenne, WY

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Cody Jerabek

President/Director/Owner

Downtown Roofing & Restoration/WYLAP/Jay’s Northwoods BBQ

Cheyenne, WY

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Courtney Newhouse

Owner

Wyoming Willows Boutique

Cody, WY

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Courtny Hinds

Executive Director/General Manager

Wyoming State Fair & Events Complex

Douglas, WY

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Christian Martinez

Director of Recruitment & Retention

Gillette College

Gillette, WY

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Dallas Tyrrell

General Manager

Tyrrell Auto Centers

Cheyenne, WY

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Danielle Ryan, Ph.D.

Pathway Coordinator, Human & Public Services

Laramie County Community College, Arts & Sciences Department

Cheyenne, WY

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David Hill

Attorney at Law

Burg Simpson

Cody, WY

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Desiree Tinoco

Executive Director

Missing People of Wyoming

Casper, WY

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Heather Foster

Executive Director of Operations

Little America Hotel & Resort

Cheyenne, WY

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Heather Tottingham

Response Program Manager

Public Health Preparedness & Response

Cheyenne, WY

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James (J.T.) Grainger

Founder/Owner

Sheridan Pilots 307, LLC - Flight School

Sheridan, WY

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Jayson Ramsey

Realtor, Wyoming AAC Chair & YP State Leader

Four Sail Team Brokered by Exp Reality

Cheyenne, WY

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Jera Likely

Associate, Structural Engineering

Martin/Martin Wyoming

Cheyenne, WY

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Joseph Brigham

Wyoming State Parole Board Coordinator

Wyoming State Parole Board

Cheyenne, WY

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Joshua Pierce

President & CEO

JH Pierce Wealth Management PC

Gillette, WY

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Kara Sterner 

Owner

Dolly Dog Co.

Casper, WY

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Katelyn Parker

Director

Buffalo Bill Art Show & Sale

Cody, WY

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Kelly Meyers

Partner & Professional Engineer

Encompass Energy Consulting, LLC

Casper, WY

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Kevin Gross

HR Director

Twin Pines Bison Company/Hokinson Ranch

Wheatland, WY

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Lakeisha Henry

Dual Assistant General Manager

Towneplace Suites by Marriott & Fairfield by Marriott

Cheyenne, WY

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Lindsey Hanlon

Program Manager, Adult Education

Laramie County Community College, Outreach & Workforce Development Department

Cheyenne, WY

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Matthew Cannon

Commercial Services Officer

Western Vista Credit Union

Cheyenne, WY

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Michael Yin

Software Engineer & Entrepreneur/House Minority Leader

OtterSpace/Wyoming State Legislature

Jackson, WY

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Michelle Wilson

Chief Operating Officer

EMIT Technologies

Sheridan, WY

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Mikole Bede Soto

Partner & Attorney at Law

Chapman, Valdez & Lansing

Sheridan, WY

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Nathan Phillips

Director of Indirect Sales

Western Vista Credit Union

Cheyenne, WY

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Peter Kline

Branch Director

RBC Wealth Management

Cheyenne, WY

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Taylor Albert

Consumer Experience Program Strategist

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming

Cheyenne, WY

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Tia Fitzgerald

Community Engagement & Marketing Coordinator

United Way of Laramie County

Cheyenne, WY

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Tierney Jeffers

Financial Services Professional

NYLIFE Securities, LLC

Gillette, WY

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Tifany Resser

Executive Director

Compass Center for Families

Sheridan, WY

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Tyler Grethen

Marketing Manager

Weatherby

Sheridan, WY

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Victoria Curtis

Community Manager

JP Morgan Chase

Cheyenne, WY

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