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
Flatirons Tutoring
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Kyle Christy
Sew Fly Craftworks
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Cassandra Portnow (Chef Sassy)
Footers Catering
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Brad Kuhn
Finding Nectar Nursery
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Sasha Reeves
Xcel Energy
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Melanie Adams
Sage Spade
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Robert Schissler
Struxure of the Rockies
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Mikaela Ruland
Arvada Community Garden
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Bailey DeCamillis
Noodles & Company
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Morie Hughes
Curated by Morie
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Kelly Kawachi
Blackbelly Market
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Sarah Smith
Arbor View Senior Living
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Kale Bridges
Castor Ceramics
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Ariana Badran
Family Tree
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Garrett Deitemeyer
Rocky Mountain Children's Health Foundation
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Aleix Lyon
Golden Counseling Center
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Alan Rosales
Pathly CRM
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Kyle Pollard
Forever Transportation
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Nathan Anderson
ViveWell Health
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Kaylene Vagher
On Tap Credit Union
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