Young Professionals

The Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business features rising stars in its annual Mid-Columbia Young Professionals edition, now in its 16th year.

Mid-Columbia professionals age 40 and under are encouraged to apply for the contest. 

Judges review applications for career development, leadership, and charity work or community involvement. Answers form the basis for the profiles featured in our special Young Professionals edition.

The winners are featured in a special printed section in the July issue of the Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business.

Thank you for your applications and nominations!

Young Professional 2016: Elizabeth Porter

Young Professional 2016: Elizabeth Porter

Elizabeth Porter is the owner/teacher of Bon Voyage French School Hometown: Kirkland How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? 3 ½ years Family: Yes, I live here with my…

Young Professional 2016: Jeff Pomeroy

Young Professional 2016: Jeff Pomeroy

Jeff Pomeroy is the owner of Legacy One Insurance Services, Richland Hometown: Mesa, Arizona How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? Five years Family: I am married to my…

Young Professional 2016: Anne Spilman

Young Professional 2016: Anne Spilman

Anne Spilman is the managing director at Academy of Children’s Theatre, Richland Hometown: Tri-Cities How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? 25 years, off and on Family: My immediate…

Young Professional 2016: William Wang

Young Professional 2016: William Wang

William Wang is a financial Planner at HFG Trust, Kennewick and owner/partner at Mustang Sign Group, Kennewick Hometown: Sydney, Australia How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities? Five years…

ELIGIBILITY
• Applicants must be 40 years of age or under by Dec. 31, 2023.
• Work or live in Benton or Franklin counties.
• Cannot be a past winner or a candidate for a public office.

DEADLINE AND SUBMISSIONS
• Submission deadline was Thursday, June 1, 2023.
• Self-nominations and nominations for Young Professionals will be accepted.