Join the Celebration: Fort Worth Inc.’s Inaugural 40 Under 40 Class Shines at a Spectacular Night of Entertainment!

Fort Worth Inc. hosted a lively party on Thursday night to honor its first class of 40 Under 40 recipients. The event took place at River Ranch Stockyards, attracting over 300 guests for cocktails, dinner, and an awards ceremony.

The night was energized by the talented group, Four Day Weekend, who expertly emceed the event. Stephen Montoya, our digital editor, entertained the crowd with his singing as they mingled before dinner and rejoined after to keep the energy flowing.

This gathering truly celebrated the 40 exceptional young leaders shaping our community. These innovators come from various industries, each contributing their unique talents and perspectives, while also giving back. It’s inspiring to see such dedication to both success and service.

Each honoree received a custom belt buckle from Molly’s Custom Silver in Arlington. Molly’s gained fame when Post Malone swapped his belt buckle with a fan who had one of theirs, turning an ordinary item into a viral sensation.

Dinner kicked off with a refreshing Caesar salad, paying homage to its creator, Caesar Cardini. The main course featured chicken marsala, creamy risotto, and surprisingly tasty broccoli—definitely not the kind President George H.W. Bush famously avoided.

Special thanks to our Platinum sponsor, Polsinelli. Zach Garsek, managing partner in Fort Worth, spoke during the event. Also, a big shout-out to CrossFirst Bank, our Gold sponsor, for their generous support.

This night was a great reminder of what we can achieve together. We look forward to celebrating another impressive group of young leaders in 2026!

To check out the complete list of the 40 Under 40 Class of 2025, click here.