YP Nashville and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce present:
The 19th Annual
2026
presented by
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Time, Location, & Date of the 2026 NELAS Coming Soon.
The NELAS celebrate the rising stars shaping Middle Tennessee’s future. Each year, the NELAS recognize our region’s emerging leaders—young professionals ages 21–40 across 17 industries—not just for professional excellence, but for their meaningful contributions to the community.
In a region fueled by innovation and civic engagement, young professionals are helping drive what’s next. They’re launching startups, leading teams, serving nonprofits, and building a stronger Nashville region. The NELAS shine a spotlight on these changemakers—our region’s next generation of leaders.
Nominations for the 2026 NELAS are now open.
The NELAS Categories
Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations
Architecture & Engineering
Arts, Entertainment, & Media
Business Services
Community Service & Nonprofit
Education
Entrepreneurship
Environment & Sustainability
Financial Services
Government & Public Affairs
Hospitality & Tourism
Human Resources
Legal Services
Medical & Healthcare Services
Real Estate Services
Technology
Wellness
Nominations Are Now Live!
Nominate a young professional (ages 21–40) you believe should apply for the 2026 NELAS. After you submit the nomination form, the individual will receive an email invitation to complete the official application. Nominations are anonymous, and the nominee will not be able to see who submitted their name.
Presenting Sponsor:
Pivotal Partners:
Friends of the Chamber:
Supporting Sponsors:
