2026 Arvada Future 20

Presented by Jen James Real Estate

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 16
  • 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 now open!

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 2026 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!

Cris Chacon

Cris Chacon

Flatirons Tutoring

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Kyle Christy

Kyle Christy

Sew Fly Craftworks

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Cassandra Portnow (Chef Sassy)

Cassandra Portnow (Chef Sassy)

Footers Catering

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Brad Kuhn

Brad Kuhn

Finding Nectar Nursery

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Sasha Reeves

Sasha Reeves

Xcel Energy

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Melanie Adams

Melanie Adams

Sage Spade

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Robert Schissler

Robert Schissler

Struxure of the Rockies

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Mikaela Ruland

Mikaela Ruland

Arvada Community Garden

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Bailey DeCamillis

Bailey DeCamillis

Noodles & Company

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Morie Hughes

Morie Hughes

Curated by Morie

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Kelly Kawachi

Kelly Kawachi

Blackbelly Market

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Sarah Smith

Sarah Smith

Arbor View Senior Living

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Kale Bridges

Kale Bridges

Castor Ceramics

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Ariana Badran

Ariana Badran

Family Tree

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Garrett Deitemeyer

Garrett Deitemeyer

Rocky Mountain Children's Health Foundation

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Aleix Lyon

Aleix Lyon

Golden Counseling Center

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Alan Rosales

Alan Rosales

Pathly CRM

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Kyle Pollard

Kyle Pollard

Forever Transportation

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Nathan Anderson

Nathan Anderson

ViveWell Health

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Kaylene Vagher

Kaylene Vagher

On Tap Credit Union

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