More than 200 guests helped celebrate the 2018 class of 40 Under Forty on the rooftop of the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs.
40 Under Forty 2018
Energetic and engaged, these dynamic young leaders promise a bright future for the Coachella Valley.
Energetic and engaged, these dynamic young leaders chosen for the 2018 class of 40 Under Forty promise a bright future for the Coachella Valley.
Kristin Bloomer: 40 Under Forty 2018
Sponsorship and Development Manager, Palm Springs International Film Festival
When Kristin Bloomer left her native Palm Springs for Boston University, she never thought she’d return — until she realized how much she loves this community.
Dr. Athena Brasfield: 40 Under Forty 2018
President and CEO, Coachella Valley Optometry
Dr. Athena Brasfield founded Coachella Valley Optometry after discovering a void of services in the East Valley community.
Claudio Bravo: 40 Under Forty 2018
Owner/CEO, Bravo Properties
After launching his real estate company in Concepción, Chile, in the 1980s, Claudio Bravo’s father expanded the firm to the Coachella Valley.
Ryan Campbell: 40 Under Forty 2018
Artist
The L.A. native came to the desert as a rebellious teen and never left. Ryan Campbell always knew he’d make his living through art.
Briana DeAztlan: 40 Under Forty 2018
Owner, Eventscape
At Eventscape, Briana DeAztlan plans everything from concert parties to weddings and works on major events like the BNP Paribas Open.
Tizoc DeAztlan: 40 Under Forty 2018
Principal, DeAztlan Consulting.
Tizoc DeAztlan was born and raised in the Coachella Valley, and after moving away for a decade he realized, “This is home.”
Robert Downing: 40 Under Forty 2018
Broker Associate, Bennion Deville Homes
Robert Downing came to the desert from his native San Francisco in 2009 in search of endless sunshine and a more satisfying quality of life.
Katelyn Empey: 40 Under Forty 2018
Associate Attorney, Slovak Baron Empey Murphy & Pinkney
“People underestimate you” when you’re a young attorney, Katelyn Empey says, but she uses that to her advantage.