Carroll College is proud to see five members of the Carroll family recognized among Helena’s 20 Under 40 Class of 2026. Four Carroll graduates and one faculty member were selected for this year’s honor, meaning one-quarter of the 20 honorees have a connection to Carroll.
Presented annually by the Independent Record and Helena Area Chamber of Commerce, 20 Under 40 recognizes young professionals nominated by their peers for the ways they contribute to Helena through their careers, leadership, service, and involvement in the community.
Emily Dean ‘14
Brus Layson ‘14
Joy Kelso ‘20
Kayla Morris ‘21
Dr. Michael Gray (faculty)
This year’s honorees represent a wide range of professions and ways of serving Helena, but share a commitment to investing their time and talents in the people around them. We are proud to see that commitment reflected so strongly among Carroll graduates and faculty.
Congratulations to all five of our Carroll honorees and to the entire 20 Under 40 Class of 2026!
