We seek the best of the best

Do you know a bright and successful leader in the business community?

Or how about that person everyone should know if they are new to town? Who are the connectors and the doers, the people who consistently get things done at a high level?

If this is a fit, for you or someone you know, then here's your chance: Apply for the Business Observer's annual “40 under 40” issue. The issue is open to entrepreneurs, executives and professionals in any field or industry from Polk through Collier counties. The nominee must be under 40 up until the day the issue is published, Oct. 14.

The rules are simple. Please email the name, age, city of residence and short biography or resume of nominee to [email protected]. In the subject line, type the name of the person you nominated and his or her city of residence. You may nominate yourself.

Include a telephone number and an email address for the nominee, as well as contact information for the nominator.

Questions? Email [email protected]