The Next Up Columbus Awards are presented annually by the Columbus Young Professionals Club to emerging leaders who are changing the course—and the face—of our city and our region for the better. Launched in 2013 as part of our Young Professional's Guide to Columbus, we have recognized the stories, courage, innovation and impact of 225 young professionals to know in Columbus.

Now in its seventh year - and powered by Discover Financial, Ohio Dominican University, and Quantum Health - the Next Up Columbus Awards will include an exciting networking event experience in June, in addition to interviews and profiles of our honorees online and across social media throughout the summer.