Introducing the Class of 2024: Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business Young Professionals Awards”.

The Young Professionals awards for the Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business have been revealed. The Class of 2024 includes a diverse group of individuals from various industries who have shown remarkable dedication and talent in their respective fields. This year’s honorees are Raul Contreras, Kristy Leitze, Josh Lozano, Melissa McCoy, Nicholas Mercer, Ryan Nell, Jaylicia-Jinei Kanani Patricio-Young, Austin Regimbal, Melissa Torres, and Sonee Kulaga Wilson.

The event celebrating these outstanding young professionals will take place on May 15 at J. Bookwalter Winery in Richland. Tickets for the event can be purchased on the Journal’s website. In addition to being recognized at the event, the honorees will also be featured in a special supplement in the May edition of the Journal. This supplement will showcase their achievements and contributions to the community.

The Young Professionals awards have been running for 17 years and aim to recognize individuals under the age of 40 who have made significant impacts through their work and philanthropic efforts in Benton and Franklin counties. From a pool of 65 nominations, this year’s winners were selected based on their professional accomplishments and community involvement.

We congratulate the Class of 2024 and look forward to celebrating their achievements at the upcoming event!