2017 40 under 40 rising stars of business

Kootenay Business magazine presents the second annual 40 under 40 list of rising young entrepreneurs in the Kootenays

Jen Comer has taken her business knowledge and used it to make the Creston Valley Farmers’ Market thrive.

Craig Swendson is the proud owner and operator of Torchlight Brewing Co., one of Nelson’s most flourishing businesses.

Allissa Keane followed her passion, and found her calling, when she started Fruition Wellness, with clinics in Cranbrook and Kimberley.

Invermere’s Arrowhead Brewing Company is riding the wave of Leanne Tegart’s savvy business sense

Aidan McLaren-Caux was inspired to build a multi-faceted business after the birth of his beautiful twin daughters.

Chad Wobshall turned a yard-sale find into a thriving business building colourful crates for major Canadian suppliers

Rob Little’s head for numbers and people serve him well as he manages the historic Adventure Hotel in Nelson, B.C.

Mackenzie Hope manages Hall Printing in Nelson, using his considerable education, talents and experiences to enhance his success.

Alicia Gray decided to follow her heart—and so Bombshack in Rossland, B.C., was born.

Taghum Shell in Nelson has built up a fan-following, thanks to its trio of brothers that run the store

Raised with the spirit of entrepreneurship, Clint Eaton has lived up to his parents’ legacy by taking the family business to new levels.

Denai Bell’s creative efforts have landed Arrow and Axe into the centre of Kimberley’s Platzl

The Kootenay waterways have inspired a booming business, owned by an avid outdoor recreation lover, Rob Porter.

Cayle Pasiechnyk started his landscaping work when he was young, and used his impressive skill set to build Elk Valley Greenhouse & Landscaping in Sparwood.

The East Kootenay branch of PropertyGuys.com is headed by Lisa Christopher and Amber Biberdorf

Chris Fuhs of Grand Forks, is a generous, hard-working, community-spirited family man.

Adam Pomeroy’s bicycle business allows him to have fun, stay fit and enjoy his environment, and to help others do the same.

Demonstrating wisdom beyond his years, Jordan Strobel embraces the struggle that accompanies achievement.

9dot Engineering Inc., based in Nelson, B.C., has talented innovators such as CEO Steven Thomson

OM Organics Boutique Apothecary is a successful Invermere-based business that is run by nature lover Kari Asselin.

Kari Loftsgard relieves pain and affliction from the active Kimberley community at Creekside Physiotherapy

Justin Storm appreciates the collaboration among Creston’s businesses and community agencies, supporting the local economy.

The owner of Three Bars Guest & Cattle Ranch thrives on guiding his guests through exciting new experiences.

Like any outdoor sport, there’s a lot to learn about snowmobiling in the backcountry—and that’s where Andy and Shantelle Weir come in.

Diane Bull has taken Revelstoke, B.C.’s Style Trend Clothiers to exciting new heights thanks to her creative thinking and marketing

Lifelong animal lover Kris Koop, owner of Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm, provides care for pets through his products and services.

Aaron and Sharon Shuttleworth are the owners of Corduroy Life, an independant sales agency that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle.

Jocelyn Brunner offers something for everyone—without sacrificing quality, comfort and design—at her store, Summit Footwear & Fashion.

The owner of Betty’z Edje in Nakusp showcases gift items made in the Kootenays and beyond

Sarina Beran of Sparwood, B.C., loves the independence that comes with entrepreneurship.

Professional motorcycle trials rider Sam King is the owner of Ride The Vibe in Golden, a unique business based on the lifestyle of action sports athletes.

At two Wine Works locations, owner Grady Pasiechnyk takes great pleasure in helping customers create their own delicious wines

Fraser Blyth of Selkirk Planning & Design helps mountain communities maintain and enhance their sense of place

Charlotte Ferreux is a Certified High Performance Coach and founder of Thrive Consulting

Jennifer Mitchell is a young entrepreneur with her own painting company and an involvement in the sub-trades in Fernie, B.C.

Settling into Golden is as straightforward as balancing the books—just ask Dutch transplant Marloes van Lent

“All the environments I encounter are positive because, well . . . pizza!” said Tim Wiley, owner of Rustic Crust Pizza in Trail, B.C.

Greg Hoffart is the owner of Tree Construction and his focus is on building homes that are healthy, efficient and environmentally sustainable.