The 2008 Hot 20 Under 40

20 San Franciscans who are making their mark on the city.

Everyone has a dream—and wants to realize it before time runs out. Each year, we curate a collection of San Franciscans who are doing just that—and making their mark on the city, the nation and the world in the process. Meet this year's Hot 20 Under 40 below and then vote on which October cover you like best. 

Jennifer Siebel Newsom, The Chameleon Anyone who thinks she's just another play-it-safe political spouse hasn't been listening very carefully.	Kevin Rose, The Deep Thinker Founder of Digg brings editorial power to the people.
Tim Alexander, The Illusionist Visual-effects supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic wields a wondrous wand.	Jack Dorsey and Biz Stone, The Messengers Twitter founders ready to expand their instant update empire.
Caroline Rocher, The Vision Classically-trained ballerina takes an extraordinary path to SF.	Bay Area Derby Girls, The High Rollers Rough-and-tumble rebel girls roll with the punches.
Jim Green, The Fundraiser California finance director for the Democratic National Committee is "all in."	Tejal Desai, The Detective UCSF professor leads the way to a better, and tinier, world of medical marvels.
Birds & Batteries, The Enigmas Indie band unites citified-country with dreamy electronica.	Bryant Terry, The Sustainer Author and activist creates down-home recipes for a healthy body and soul.
Flora Grubb, The Naturalist Landscape designer and owner of Flora Grubb Gardens sows the seeds of love.	Gian-Paolo Veronese, The Continental Founder and director of operations of Acqua di Roma spa and co-owner of Taverna Aventine
Ahri Golden and Tania Ketenjian, The Producers Founders of Thin Air Media broadcast common bonds.	Jessica Kogan and Cameron Hughes, The Negotiators Owners of Cameron Hughes Wines buy the rest of the best to blend anew.
Amy Sarabi, Yaling Hou, Marie Potesta and Duane Lucas-Harper, The Mod Squad These four hands-on artists bring award-winning design to the city.	Carmen Chu, The Supe District 4 Supervisor brings personal and professional experience to the job.
Adam Hootnick, The Independent CEO of Storyboard matches struggling filmmakers with corporate backers.	Brandon Hernandez and Travis Kiyota, The Green Giants The architects of PG&E's multi-million dollar green campaign.
Sam Josi and Laurence Jossel, The Neighborhood Watch NoPa and Marina chefs highlight a culinary renaissance.	Gunnar Counselman, The Team Player CEO and cofounder of TeamPlay, a nonprofit that is revolutionizing mentoring programs.

Edited by Robin Rinaldi
Styling Rachel Esterline
Hair + Makeup: Tamara Brown, Meaganne McCandess, France Dushane Pierson and Veronica Sjoen/ArtistUntied.com; Nancy Cialdella, Kala Ketchum, Preston Nesbit and David Tollis/Ford Artists SF; Racine Christensen and Steve Elias/Workgroup-Ltd.
Styling Assistance: Jonathan Kristian Nicholson
Production Assistance: Caitlin Donovan, Stefanie Michejda, Kathryn Roach

Everyone has a dream—and wants to realize it before time runs out. Each year, we curate a collection of San Franciscans who are doing just that—and making their mark on the city, the nation and the world in the process. Meet this year's Hot 20 Under 40 below and then vote on which October cover you like best. 

Jennifer Siebel Newsom, The Chameleon Anyone who thinks she's just another play-it-safe political spouse hasn't been listening very carefully.	Kevin Rose, The Deep Thinker Founder of Digg brings editorial power to the people.
Tim Alexander, The Illusionist Visual-effects supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic wields a wondrous wand.	Jack Dorsey and Biz Stone, The Messengers Twitter founders ready to expand their instant update empire.
Caroline Rocher, The Vision Classically-trained ballerina takes an extraordinary path to SF.	Bay Area Derby Girls, The High Rollers Rough-and-tumble rebel girls roll with the punches.
Jim Green, The Fundraiser California finance director for the Democratic National Committee is "all in."	Tejal Desai, The Detective UCSF professor leads the way to a better, and tinier, world of medical marvels.
Birds & Batteries, The Enigmas Indie band unites citified-country with dreamy electronica.	Bryant Terry, The Sustainer Author and activist creates down-home recipes for a healthy body and soul.
Flora Grubb, The Naturalist Landscape designer and owner of Flora Grubb Gardens sows the seeds of love.	Gian-Paolo Veronese, The Continental Founder and director of operations of Acqua di Roma spa and co-owner of Taverna Aventine
Ahri Golden and Tania Ketenjian, The Producers Founders of Thin Air Media broadcast common bonds.	Jessica Kogan and Cameron Hughes, The Negotiators Owners of Cameron Hughes Wines buy the rest of the best to blend anew.
Amy Sarabi, Yaling Hou, Marie Potesta and Duane Lucas-Harper, The Mod Squad These four hands-on artists bring award-winning design to the city.	Carmen Chu, The Supe District 4 Supervisor brings personal and professional experience to the job.
Adam Hootnick, The Independent CEO of Storyboard matches struggling filmmakers with corporate backers.	Brandon Hernandez and Travis Kiyota, The Green Giants The architects of PG&E's multi-million dollar green campaign.
Sam Josi and Laurence Jossel, The Neighborhood Watch NoPa and Marina chefs highlight a culinary renaissance.	Gunnar Counselman, The Team Player CEO and cofounder of TeamPlay, a nonprofit that is revolutionizing mentoring programs.

Edited by Robin Rinaldi
Styling Rachel Esterline
Hair + Makeup: Tamara Brown, Meaganne McCandess, France Dushane Pierson and Veronica Sjoen/ArtistUntied.com; Nancy Cialdella, Kala Ketchum, Preston Nesbit and David Tollis/Ford Artists SF; Racine Christensen and Steve Elias/Workgroup-Ltd.
Styling Assistance: Jonathan Kristian Nicholson
Production Assistance: Caitlin Donovan, Stefanie Michejda, Kathryn Roach

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