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21st Annual Niagara
40 Under Forty
Business Achievement Awards Ceremony
Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
29 May 2024
Business Link Media Group first established its 40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards back in 2003, one of Niagara's most prestigious awards.
On May 29th, 2024, 40 more individuals under the age of 40 who make significant positive contributions to the local economy, community, and business ecosystem will be recognized and awarded for their excellence. In addition, all attendees will be provided with valuable networking time and sponsorship opportunities to boost their business and personal profiles.
With its 40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards program, Business Link Media Group takes great pride in promoting award-winners as role models to their fellow business professionals and to the community at large. To date we have recognized the successes of 840 business leaders across the Niagara region. Click 40u40 alumni community to view all alumni in the past 20 years.
Announcing the 2024 Class of 40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards Recipients

Masters of Ceremony
Introducing our MCs, Jessica Potts and David DiPietro, our alumni hosts with a gift for engaging audiences and creating memorable experiences. With years of experience in events organization, both have honed their skills as a charismatic and professional emcee, ready to bring energy and enthusiasm to our exciting event.

Jessica Potts (Class 2006)
essica Potts is on a mission to revolutionize workplace cultures by developing dream teams who deliver. As the President and driving force behind Inspired Strategy Group Inc., she is known for getting people on the same page to get things done, while having fun.
Her signature Inspired Action Approach leverages people power (engagement) to co-create and propel systems of communication, collaboration, and innovation. She partners with high-growth leaders to build confidently aligned teams that have clear focus, embrace change, and sustain impactful results.

Zach Dadson (Class 2018)
Zach Dadson is a Government Relations professional at Brock University. He also chairs Strive Niagara, a childcare not-for-profit, and actively contributes to Fitzgerald Neighbours, a St. Catharines neighbourhood association. Zach resides in midtown St. Catharines with his partner Melissa and young son Henry
Event Highlights
With previous highlights including keynote speakers, interactive workshops, networking opportunities and exclusive access to premium services, Business Link did its best for entrepreneurs to make the most of their business journey.
You can also see photos and videos from our past events to get a taste of what our events are like.
Networking
A spacious bar area was provided for photo taking, networking, interviewing on camera etc
Sponsors' Presentation
Sponsors had different ways of presenting their businesses
Awards Presentation
40 awards presented to the recipients individually
Event Brochure
Event brochure highlighted 40 winners' bios as well as other congratulatory messages
Recipient Group Photo
Group photo is usually taken at the end of the award ceremony
Fine Dinner
Italia style fine dinner was served in three course: salad, main entrée, and desert
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