10 To Watch Awards

NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN through October 1st, 2025!

An initiative of Catapult Seacoast, the 10 to Watch Awards recognize and celebrate remarkable, hard-working young professionals who live or work in the Seacoast.

Each year, 10 to Watch honors young professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 who are making a difference in the Seacoast Community. The top 20 finalists, along with the 10 winners, are selected by a panel of judges from young professional organizations around New Hampshire.

Tips for Nomination Success:

Give your nominee the best chance!

· Provide as much detail as possible. The selection is based on the information provided.

· Include information that provides insight about the candidate's successful career, their industry/community involvement and their passion for their efforts.

· Be specific. Use detailed information when writing about titles, organizations, committees, work experience, etc.

Eligibility Requirements:

Nominees must be:

Under age 40 as of January 1st, 2026.
Living or working in the Seacoast area of New Hampshire.
Striving to make a difference in the community in either their professional or community involvement.
Nominees cannot be previous year 10 to Watch Catapult Awardees. Anyone in the top 20 (who were not winners) is eligible.

Multiple nominees from the same organization can be submitted. Nominees are not required to have a previous affiliation with Catapult Seacoast.