It was said at a recent event by one of the attendees, that she was part of Accomplished Under 40 in its early days, and then she was an ICON honoree. That’s just how long Idaho Business Review has been celebrating the achievements of those who have yet to reach four decades of life. The 2026 AU40 list honors the motivated men and women of Idaho who are working to create bustling business and lasting legacies. Whether they’re creating artistic spaces, places to heal or real change in the community, these driven and determined up-and-comers of the business and community landscape are showing Idaho just who they are. And everyone else should pay attention to their potential.Read through the following pages to learn more about this year’s 40 most accomplished young professionals and how their work and service within Idaho are making a difference today and well into the future.. 

Idaho Business Review honors diverse iconic professionals for their contributions to business and community leadership in Idaho.

Chief executive officer. President. Executive director. Boss. Boss-man. Boss-lady. No matter what term you choose to use, leaders go by many different titles and come in many different forms. Effective leaders always tout teamwork, taking accountability and lead by example. It’s not difficult to find those types of leaders in Idaho. That’s why the CEO of Influence awards have continued for several years. Successful organizations are carried by their teams, and held up by their leadership, and Idaho Business Review recognizes those leaders and their efforts. This year’s group of honorees is no different, but they are all definitely unique, even Co-CEOs Callie and Jos Zamzow. The two may run the well-known home and garden business together, but their individual approaches to leadership are as unique as they are. Take also for example the 2026 Link of Distinction honoree Rebecca Hupp, director of Boise Airport. She approaches her work with passion and precision, thoughtfulness and care. She has a humble yet professional air about her when speaking about her four decades in airport management. Yet, when others speak about her, they use words like “genuine,” “extraordinary” and “exemplary.” That’s exactly the leadership we invite you to celebrate with us in reading through the following pages of CEO of Influence 2026. Marc Lutz Editor, Idaho Business Review

Idaho business leaders and experts discuss how legislation affects healthcare, education, and workforce development at the annual Breakfast Series.

Idaho Business Review honors 20 companies and organizations in its 2026 Empowering Women awards for supporting women in business and community.