ATLANTA, Georgia (July 14, 2025) — CBT News, the leading news platform for retail automotive professionals, has officially opened nominations for its 2025 40 Under 40 awards, presented by Force Marketing, one of the nation’s leading providers of technology-enabled, data-driven multi-channel marketing services for automotive clients.
Now entering its third year, the award recognizes dealership employees and managers who demonstrate leadership, innovation and a strong commitment to their teams and communities. Submissions are open through August 31 and may be made by colleagues, supervisors, or friends via a brief testimonial at cbtnews.com/nominate. Self-nominations are welcome.
- 39 years old or younger as of January 1, 2026
- Currently employed at a franchised dealership
Award winners will be featured across CBT News’ digital platforms, including editorial coverage, interviews, and social media promotion. Each honoree will also receive a commemorative trophy in recognition of their achievement.
“This award gives us an opportunity to spotlight the next generation of leaders helping shape the future of automotive retail,” said Jim Fitzpatrick, co-founder and host of CBT News. “These professionals are not only excelling in their roles but also driving meaningful change in their dealerships and communities.”
The 40 Under 40 award reflects CBT News’ ongoing commitment to honoring excellence in the dealership community and amplifying the voices of professionals making a real difference in their stores.
For more details and to submit a nomination, visit cbtnews.com/nominate.
About CBT News
Founded in 2012, CBT News is a leading multimedia news platform dedicated to retail automotive professionals. Delivering daily news coverage, exclusive interviews and expert analysis, CBT News reaches over 1.1 million dealership employees and executives nationwide. Its flagship programs, including Inside Automotive, Driving Solutions, and Executive Profile, are now available on all major podcast streaming platforms. For more information, visit cbtnews.com.
