« Back to article: Austin Under 40 reveals 2018 winners — including Austinite of the Year

Sujata Ajmera was named the 2018 Austinite of the Year.
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Virginia A. Cumberbatch, winner of the Civics, Government, and Public Affairs award.
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CK Chin won the Culinary Arts, Events, and Hospitality category.
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AU40's Mentor of the Year, Toya Bell.
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KVUE general manager and president Kristie Gonzales won the Journalism, Marketing, and Public Relations award.
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Musician David Messier won for arts and entertainment.
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