Better Late Than Never: Celebrating My Austin Under 40 Award (A Year Later)

So, this happened this past weekend! I finally got my award photos a year later.

Last year I wasn’t in the room when I found out I won the Austin Under 40 Award for the People & Operations category (that’s a story for a different time). So when I had the honor of coming back this year to present the award to this year’s winner, I brought my award along to do a little photo and celebration tour. And document I own something other than athleisure wear.

Better late than never, right?

Congratulations, Winners

Massive congrats to this year’s winner, Priya Taneja, and all of the other award winners. You’re stepping into a truly exceptional group of people, and I cannot wait to welcome you into our winners’ community.

Gratitude & Thanks

Thank you to Austin Under 40 Awards and YMBL Austin for the honor of being part of this legacy of leadership, service, and success here in Austin.

Special shout out to Travis Reiter, Chuck Swartz, Michael A. Harris, and the rest of the AU40 team for making this community, event, and Austin Sunshine Camps what it is.

The Takeaway

Here’s to being more visible, betting on ourselves, and celebrating the wins (even a year late).

Sometimes we get so caught up in the hustle that we forget to pause and recognize our achievements. But these moments matter. They remind us that showing up and doing the work pays off.

So go ahead, celebrate your wins. No matter how late.