This signature event honors ten outstanding Enid-area professionals under the age of 40 who exemplify excellence in both their careers and their community.

These awards recognize well-rounded individuals who contribute meaningfully to Enid’s growth, culture, and progress.

Along with the 10 Under 40 Awards, EYP will be bringing back the “Social Shaker” awards at the event. These awards are designed to honor local individuals, organizations and businesses who have positively impacted the mission of Enid Young Professionals. It’s an opportunity to thank the people who have made a difference for our organization. Anyone, organization or business can be nominated in these categories:

1. “Cultural Collaborator”: An individual, group, organization or business who promote Enid’s arts and culture to young professionals through innovation, economic impact and social awareness.
2. “Golden Shaker”: A past 10 Under 40 recipient who has demonstrated continued commitment to the mission and development of Enid Young Professionals.
3. “Spotlight Shaker”: An individual, group, organization or business who acts as a community partner and champion of Enid by working to promote quality of life, retention and top talent and recruitment of the next generation of business and civic leaders.
4. “Vibrant Visionary”: An individual, group, organization or business who support entrepreneurial and innovative thinking to grow Enid’s young professional opportunities, involvement and quality of life.