Housecall Pro Launches Annual Program to Celebrate the Trades

The Trades 40 Under 40 program seeks to recognize 40 tradespeople under the age of 40. Nominations for the program are now open through April 30, with honorees set to be recognized at the end of May

April 2, 2026

Mason laying brick on exterior of home — The awards program seeks to recognize various types of tradespeople from across the U.S. and Canada.

In an effort to celebrate tradespeople, AI-powered field service management platform Housecall Pro is launching Trades 40 Under 40, an annual program that will recognize 40 trades people under 40 years old. Nominations for the program are now open across the U.S. and Canada through April 30. Honorees will be announced on May 20, 2026.

Honorees will be selected by a panel of Housecall Pro leaders and industry experts based on a set of criteria, including: leadership, craftsmanship and professionalism, customer trust and reputation, team building, community impact, and business excellence.

“The trades are the backbone of America, powered by Pros who keep homes and businesses running every day, yet they’re often overlooked,” said Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder and SVP of Innovation at Housecall Pro. “You’ve seen 40 Under 40 lists for athletes, entertainers, and business leaders, but not for the trades. That’s why we’re launching Trades 40 Under 40. It recognizes the Pros raising the standard across the industry and inspiring the next generation to lead, grow successful businesses, and make an impact in their communities. It’s long overdue.”