It’s my pleasure to welcome you to the Greater Irvine Chamber’s fifth annual 40 Under 40 event, recognizing some of Orange County’s brightest young professionals who are positively impacting and moving our community forward.

The Chamber’s mission is to advance the economic vitality of greater Irvine. To that end, it is an honor to congratulate such a dynamic group of individuals and to recognize them individually for their impressive accomplishments that are contributing to the economic and social health of the county.

The professionals we celebrate today help drive innovation and position Orange County as a leading West Coast economic powerhouse that stands up to any other urban center in the world. These individuals serve as a reminder of the rich human capital we have in Orange County and as examples for others who strive to excel in their profession. They bring new ideas, fresh perspectives, and leading-edge skills, whether it’s to their enterprise, large corporation, small business, educational institution, nonprofit, or civic organization. This generation of talent brings great potential to the future of Orange County.

Thank you for joining us as we celebrate this year’s honorees, as well as all the finalists, and the promise they bring for a bright future for Orange County.