(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade honored seven remarkable individuals at the 11th annual Mayor's Young Leader Awards on Wednesday, Nov. 6. “I am proud and inspired by the excellence displayed by each of the award winners,” said Mayor Mobolade. “These winners join an impressive cast of dynamic young leaders who have gone on to build meaningful careers, inspire others, and create lasting change in Colorado Springs and beyond. Their ideas, energy, and commitment to the Colorado Springs community is helping build a safe, economically prosperous, culturally rich, welcoming and vibrant city on a hill that shines brightly.” Courtesy: City of Colorado Springs The award ceremony was launched in 2015 to celebrate the outstanding achievements of young professionals age 40 and under. The 2024 winners were selected from 35 finalists in seven categories. The 2024 winners are as follows: Military Leaders Award: MSgt Connor Olney | United States Air Force Technology and Sustainability: Rachael Maxwell | Exponential Impact Sports, Health and Wellness: Christina Lorete | Colorado College and UpaDowna Education: Keith Bisaillon | Harrison School District 2 Economic Impact: Samuel Clark | Pikes Peak Real Estate Foundation Creative Industry: Preston Goff | The Exodus Road Community Impact: Kimberly Gold | Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce