Idaho Business Review Announces 2026 Icon Awards and AU40 Honorees

51 influential Idahoans in business and community leadership to be recognized

Mar. 21, 2026 at 1:28am

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Idaho Business Review has announced the 2026 Icon Awards and Accomplished Under 40 (AU40) honorees, celebrating 51 individuals who have made significant contributions in their fields and communities. The Icon Awards will honor 11 industry leaders, while the AU40 program will recognize 40 up-and-coming professionals under the age of 40.

Why it matters

The Icon Awards and AU40 program have become prestigious accolades in Idaho, highlighting the state's thriving business community and the leaders who are driving innovation and positive change. The honorees represent a diverse range of industries and backgrounds, showcasing the depth of talent and leadership in Idaho.

The details

The Icon Awards and AU40 program are hosted annually by the Idaho Business Review. This year marks the 27th anniversary of the AU40 awards and the 9th year for the Icon Awards. Nominations are open to the public, and a judging panel of past winners evaluates the candidates based on their professional achievements, leadership, mentorship, and community service. The 2026 honorees will be profiled in commemorative magazines and celebrated at an awards ceremony on June 9, 2026, at the Boise Centre.

  • The Icon Awards and AU40 program have been combined into a single event since 2021.
  • The 2026 awards ceremony is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at the Boise Centre.
  • This year marks the 27th anniversary of the AU40 awards and the 9th year for the Icon Awards.

The players

Cindy Suffa

The publisher of Idaho Business Review, the organization hosting the Icon Awards and AU40 program.

Boise State University College of Business and Economics

The sponsor of the awards event.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled with this year's selection of Icon and AU40 honorees. Each and every one of them shows what it means to be leading the way in their respective fields and how to make a difference in the lives of others.”

— Cindy Suffa, Publisher, Idaho Business Review

What’s next

The 2026 Icon Awards and AU40 honorees will be profiled in commemorative magazines published by Idaho Business Review on June 9, 2026. The awards ceremony will be held on the same day from 5:30-9 p.m. at the Boise Centre in downtown Boise.

The takeaway

The Icon Awards and AU40 program celebrate the depth of talent and leadership in Idaho's business community, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to their fields and the broader community. The diverse group of honorees showcases the state's thriving entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation and positive change.