Rising Business Stars Under 30

Highlighting young alumni who have founded or co-founded innovative businesses or startups, demonstrating exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and leadership. These individuals have successfully navigated the challenges of entrepreneurship, bringing innovative products, services, or business models to market and making significant impacts in their industries.

Highlighting individuals who are making a significant impact on the world through their work in Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives. This category celebrates young leaders driving meaningful social change, philanthropy, and community development while advancing sustainability in the business world. These individuals are at the forefront of innovative practices that not only promote environmental responsibility and renewable energy, but also enhance social equity and governance standards. Their work reflects a commitment to fostering long-term benefits for both society and the planet.

Celebrating outstanding academic achievements, research contributions, and scholastic excellence among students and alumni, reflecting the high standards of Rutgers Business School. This category honors those who have excelled in academic endeavors, contributed valuable research to their fields, and demonstrated a commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual advancement.

This category celebrates young alumni who have made groundbreaking contributions and demonstrated exceptional leadership in their respective fields. Whether through innovative solutions, transformative strategies, or trailblazing achievements, these individuals have set new standards and inspired future generations. Recognizing young alumni excelling in diverse industries, including finance, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, financial analysis, marketing, branding, digital marketing, advertising, technology, innovation, consulting, strategy, accounting, supply chain management, logistics, operations, healthcare management, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries. (Within this category, a subcategory will be selected to honor specific areas of excellence and impact.)

• Finance and Investment - Featuring individuals excelling in areas such as investment banking, private equity, venture capital, and financial analysis.
• Marketing and Advertising - Recognizing talented professionals making significant impacts in marketing, branding, digital marketing, and advertising sectors.
• Technology and Innovation - Spotlighting those driving technological advancements and innovation within their organizations or the tech industry at large.
• Consulting and Strategy - Honoring consultants and strategists who have provided exceptional insights and strategies to improve business performance.
• Operations and Supply Chain Management - Recognizing experts optimizing supply chains, logistics, and operational efficiencies in various industries.
• Accounting Excellence - Celebrating alumni who have made significant contributions to the accounting profession, whether in public accounting, corporate finance, or advisory roles.
• Healthcare and Biotechnology - Featuring alumni contributing to advancements in healthcare management, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries.