The Hot 20 Under 40: Readers’ Choice

By
7x7 Editors
Sep 30, 2009

Readers have nominated, and our editors have selected, these 18 finalists for one precious spot in our annual Hot 20 Under 40 issue, highlighting the city’s most up-and-coming movers and shakers. Rollover each thumbnail to read about each finalist, click to see their websites, then vote for your choice below. VOTING ENDS FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, AT 11:59 P.M. The finalist receiving the most votes will be featured in our Hot 20 Under 40 issue this October.

2009 hot 20 under 40
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