April 20, 2018

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is looking for future rock stars of kitchen and bath. The association’s Thirty Under 30 Program is designed to celebrate outstanding young professionals who possess the passion, creativity and brilliance to be the voices of the next generation of kitchen and bath experts.

Those selected will be honored at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas, Feb. 19-21, 2019. There, they will help identify significant trends, innovation and technology, sustainable business practices and emerging business models, as well as meet amazing peers and network with established industry leaders.

To be eligible for this honor, individuals must be working in the kitchen and bath industry in any capacity, from designer or remodeler to retailer, marketer, manufacturer or another business role. They must be born after Feb. 19, 1989, interested in furthering their career in this field and be supported by their current employer to participate in the program. Most importantly, they must be outgoing and have demonstrated their energy and enthusiasm for this industry.

This annual program has left a lasting impact on the lives and careers of Thirty Under 30 alumni, who represent an elite group of young professionals who truly stand out among their peers. 

Industry professionals may nominate a colleague or enter directly with a few easy steps. Nominators are encouraged to list accomplishments and awards for work in the kitchen and bath industry including

1. Sales and marketing accomplishments (include statistics and sales figures);
2. Industry-related certifications;
3. Community service and charity involvement, whether industry-related or otherwise;
4. NKBA Chapter activities and officer positions held and other industry-related association memberships;
5. Innovative solutions brought to the job;
6. Improvements in job processes; and
7. Project involvement above and beyond the daily job requirements.

Self-nominations are welcome! The deadline to submit a nomination or apply is Friday, July 9, 2018.

Recipients receive a free trip to KBIS 2019, including airfare and lodging; a KBIS show floor pass, conference pass and access to a keynote session; media exposure and awareness among top design and trade professionals; and access to pre- and post-event networking activities.