PHOTO BY JENNIFER BOSS
Greater Lafayette Commerce each year recognizes 10 emerging leaders making a significant impact across business, nonprofit organizations, education and entrepreneurship in the region through its Top 10 Under 40 Awards.
The 2025 honorees represent a diverse group of leaders from industries including advanced manufacturing, higher education, nonprofit leadership, small business ownership and community development.
2025 Top 10 Under 40 Honorees
Melissa Albrecht
Director of Human Resources – Wabash
Albrecht plays a key leadership role in workforce development and employee engagement at Wabash, helping support one of the region’s major manufacturing employers.
Brooke Beier
Senior Vice President, Purdue Innovates – Purdue Research Foundation
Beier leads initiatives that support innovation, entrepreneurship and technology commercialization through Purdue Research Foundation.
Ben Carson
Executive Director – Imagination Station
Carson oversees programs that inspire curiosity and learning through hands-on educational experiences for children and families.
Nyssa Craton
Owner and winemaker – Wildcat Creek Winery
Craton has built a successful local winery while contributing to the region’s growing hospitality and tourism sector.
Josh Curry
Director of Workforce and Operations – Purdue Research Foundation
Curry works to strengthen workforce development initiatives and operational partnerships that support regional economic growth.
Grace Jackson
Program Development Manager – Wabash Center
Jackson develops programs that support education, leadership and professional development within faith-based academic communities.
Amanda Kennedy
Owner and founder – Flourish Studio and Classroom
Kennedy founded Flourish Studio and Classroom, creating a space that combines creativity, education and community engagement.
Guillermo Morgado Rodriguez
President, Latino Center for Wellness and Education/Senior Administrative Assistant – Purdue University
Morgado Rodriguez supports community health and education initiatives while also contributing to Purdue University’s administrative operations.
Trey Rohrman
Director of Operations – Indiana, Rohrman Auto Group
Rohrman oversees operational leadership for the Rohrman Auto Group’s Indiana locations while continuing his family’s legacy in the regional automotive industry.
Troy Weber
Co-owner – Flora Candle Company
Weber co-leads Flora Candle Company, a local business contributing to Lafayette’s entrepreneurial and small business community.
