The 2026 Class of 20 Under 40 celebrates a talented group of Northwood University alumni who have achieved remarkable success in their careers and communities. From entrepreneurs to leaders in various fields, these honorees represent a vibrant mix of innovation and dedication.
“This class shines a light on innovators making significant contributions in their industries while embodying the values we teach at Northwood,” said Murray Kyte, the Vice President of Advancement.
Launched in 2023, the 20 Under 40 program honors alumni excelling professionally and personally. This year, over 250 nominations were received, making the selection process especially competitive. “We are thrilled to witness the continued impact of our alumni network,” added Robyn McLaughlin, Associate Alumni Director.
Here are the outstanding individuals named in the 2026 Class of 20 Under 40:
- Gregory Adamczyk (Grand Blanc, Class of 2008) — Private Client Advisor & Vice President of Investments at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management
- Jeffrey Baldwin (Harrison Township, Class of 2011) — Director of Operations, Baldwin Restaurant Group
- Emily Bourne (Lake Forest, Illinois, Class of 2009) — Managing Director, Haig Partners
- Christopher Brower (Ypsilanti, Class of 2020) — Owner/Video Creator, TopherDrives
- Ryan Copacia (Austin, Texas, Class of 2008) — Principal at TikTok
- Chris Deming (Youngsville, North Carolina, Class of 2009) — Communications Manager, Echelon Front
- Jerry Eluskie (Valparaiso, Indiana, Class of 2012) — Managing Partner, Graff Auto Campus
- De’Andre Kemp-Jordan (Detroit, Class of 2020) — Vice President, Treasury Management Officer at J.P. Morgan
- Alicia Nguyen Laeder (Guildford, UK, Class of 2015) — Business Process Director, Experience Marketing Inc.
- Becky (Lipinski) McCann (Harrison Township, Class of 2013) — Senior Ad Operations Manager, Strategus
- Ryan McColgan (Cincinnati, Ohio, Class of 2014) — District Sales Manager, Toyota Motor North America
- Dominic Moceri (Rochester, Class of 2014) — Project Manager, Moceri Companies
- Charlie Ryan (Reading, Pennsylvania, Class of 2018) — Sales Manager, East Penn Manufacturing Corporation
- Jackie Studor (Cleveland, Ohio, Class of 2009) — Co-Founder, Make & Model Marketing
- Kristin Tokarev (Midland, Class of 2020, MBA 2023) — Producer, Stossel TV
- Collin Ulvund (Chicago, Illinois, Class of 2016) — Regional Sales Manager, Fullpath
- Taylor Vaillancourt (Imlay City, Class of 2021, MBA 2022) — Senior Researcher, Cox Automotive
- Dani VanHouten Foster (Huntersville, North Carolina, Class of 2008) — Partner at EY
- Matt Veurink (Caledonia, Class of 2010) — General Manager, Veurink’s RV & Marine
- Keri Wood (Fenton, Class of 2009) — Vice President of People – Power Systems NA+LA at Rolls-Royce
These honorees will be celebrated at a special reception on April 17, 2026, at The Henry, Autograph Collection in Dearborn, Michigan.
This program reflects the growing trend of recognizing young leaders who are transforming industries and communities. According to recent studies, millennials and Gen Z are making their mark by prioritizing social responsibility and innovation.
As we celebrate this outstanding group, it’s clear that their work not only elevates their careers but also inspires future generations. For more details about this event and the honorees, check out the Northwood University 20 Under 40 webpage.
