Young Global Leader Nomination Criteria

Candidates for Young Global Leaders are selected based on the following criteria:

• He/she is 40 years of age or younger at the time of nomination (to be eligible for the nomination and selection process of the Class of 2010, the candidate must have been born on or after 1 January 1969).
  
• He/she has a recognized record of extraordinary achievement and a proven track record of substantial leadership experience. Typically, this means 5-15 years of outstanding professional work experience and a clear indication of playing a substantial leadership role for the rest of his or her career.
  
• He/she has demonstrated a commitment to serve society at large through exceptional contributions, and have a global perspective.
  
• He/she must have an impeccable record in the public eye and good standing in his/her community, as well as show great self-awareness and a desire for learning.
  
• Candidates from the business sector must be responsible for the full operation of a qualifying corporation or division and must hold one of the following titles: President, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Managing Partner or Publisher, or equivalent of any of the above. If the company is a Member or Partner of the World Economic Forum, the candidate requires the approval of the CEO or Chairman of the Board of the respective company.
  
• Companies, organizations and entities can only nominate one candidate from the qualifying company every two years.