2025 Arvada Future 20

The Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce is leading a celebration of Arvada young professionals throughout the month of September. This year, we will celebrate 20 emerging leaders under age 40 in business, non-profits, and our community who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and initiative in their profession. 

The Arvada Future 20 list recognizes Arvada professionals under age 40 who have demonstrated significant achievements in their careers. The awardees will have demonstrated outstanding leadership potential and the ability to play a large and influential role in the community into the future.

Future 20 Honorees will Receive:

 

  • Spotlight post below and on social media
  • Invitation to a Future 20 Mixer to meet other honorees
  • Free ticket to the State of the Region on October 17
  • 50% ticket to November 12 Leadership Luncheon, where Future 20 honorees will be recognized
  • 50% off the Chamber’s award-winning Leadership Bootcamp or Elevate Bootcamp
  • Advancement for leadership opportunities at the Chamber and with partners in the community

Nominations closed!

All nominees through September 30 will be listed below.

 

Greater Arvada Chamber staff will select nominees to be recognized, prioritizing a diverse representation of industry, identity, and impact.

Arvada 2025 Future 20 List

On weekdays in September, on the Greater Arvada Chamber Facebook page, we will celebrate a different young professional making a big impact in this community. Check back here for bios of each of our awardees!

Lydia Shemwell

Lydia Shemwell

Autism Services And Programs

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Iza Petrykowska

Iza Petrykowska

Arvada Economic Development Association

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Mick Hill-Hunt

Mick Hill-Hunt

Developmental Disabilities Resource Center

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Thach Tran

Thach Tran

Footers Catering

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Vee Duran

Vee Duran

Apex Park and Recreation District

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Brandon Bowles

Brandon Bowles

PorchLight, A Family Justice Center

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Dr. Michael Berger

Dr. Michael Berger

Berger Orthodontics

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Ella Chapman

Ella Chapman

Robbie's Hope Foundation

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Steven Diamond

Steven Diamond

K&H Home Solutions

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Emily Sharp

Emily Sharp

Footers Catering

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Stephanie Paul

Stephanie Paul

Olde Town Arvada Business Improvement District (BID)

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Callie Swainson

Callie Swainson

Jefferson Center for Mental Health & Swain Co.

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Brandon Figliolino

Brandon Figliolino

Regional Transportation District

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Lujane Hanna

Lujane Hanna

Valorem Financial

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Melanie Adams

Melanie Adams

Sage Spade

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Stef Holder

Stef Holder

BeyondHome

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Yozelyn Chavez

Yozelyn Chavez

Westerra Credit Union

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Robyn Lawrence

Robyn Lawrence

Rocky Mountain Children's Health Foundation

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Brennah Rosenthal

Brennah Rosenthal

Great Escape Media

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Alexandra Williams and Hudson Janz

Alexandra Williams and Hudson Janz

City of Arvada

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2025 Nominees

  • Alex Anderson, USI Insurance Service
  • Brittany Williams, Hope House Colorado
  • Cole Bryan Apex Park and Recreation District
  • Connor Dean, 4Ever Young Anti Aging Solutions Arvada
  • Cooper Loyd, City of Arvada
  • Gregg LePlatt, Apex Park and Recreation District
  • Grisel Gray, Gilmore Construction
  • Harris Rollinger, KeHe & Breakthrough
  • Jared Judge, Extreme Strings Violins
  • Jason Ayr, Ayr Books
  • Joseph Samudio, Samudio Agency LLC
  • Josh Harden, Colorado Credit Union
  • Karen DeAguero, Arvada Voice

  • Karen DeAguero, Arvada Voices
  • Kelly Kawachi, Blackbelly
  • Kitty Coy, You Be You Coaching
  • Kristen Sandine, Courageous Counseling Colorado, PLLC
  • Lauren Cammarata, Snow Goodspeed Merril
  • Lea Mousso, White Rabbit Recovery & Wellness
  • Nicole Hipp, Collegiate Coaching Services
  • Ruvim Saharchuk, Jewelfire Diamonds
  • Samira Tadayon, Apex Park and Recreation District
  • Terry Carter-Davis, Climb Credit Union
  • Travis Fox, Arvada Fire

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