Crain's Notable Leaders recognizes and celebrates outstanding leaders across industries.

From large corporations to grassroots nonprofits, these individuals are driving innovation and impact in fields such as construction, law, real estate, and finance, while promoting environmental sustainability, diversity, equity, and community engagement. Selected through a peer nomination and editorial review process, our profiles showcase each honoree's commitment to advancing their industries and communities. 

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• About: Notable Leaders in Health Care Technology recognizes leaders who integrate technology with health services and improve patient care. Among those eligible are senior leaders who demonstrate a significant impact on their organization or industry from start-ups to hospitals to local government.
• Nomination deadline: June 27
• Criteria: 
  • Must currently serve in a senior leadership role at their firm 
  • Must be in the profession for a minimum of 5 years 
  • Must demonstrate significant impact to their organization or industry, providing specific examples or descriptions 
  • Should serve as a mentor and/or promote equity and inclusivity in the workplace 
  • Should hold a leadership position in outside professional, industry-related or civic/community organizations 

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• About: Notable Leaders in Sustainability recognizes leaders across industries who advance sustainable missions in our community. They implement programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, minimize landfill waste, conserve water and electricity and/ or promote recycling. Together, they set the stage for a greener future. 
• Nomination deadline: Aug. 22
• Criteria: 
  • Must currently serve in a senior leadership role at their firm
  • Must be in the profession for a minimum of 5 years
  • Must demonstrate significant impact to their organization or industry, providing specific examples or descriptions
  • Should serve as a mentor and/or promote equity and inclusivity in the workplace
  • Should hold a leadership position in outside professional, industry-related or civic/community organizations

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