Utah Business 40 Under 40 Recognition
Celebrating Maverick Yeh, Planner III

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Cottonwood Heights is proud to celebrate a significant achievement by one of our own. Maverick Yeh, Planner III in the Community and Economic Development Department, has been named one of Utah Business’s 2026 Forty Under 40 honorees.
Each year, Utah Business recognizes 40 outstanding professionals under the age of 40 who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact within their industries and communities. Being selected for this honor places Maverick among an impressive group of leaders who are shaping Utah’s future through dedication, vision, and service.
Maverick’s recognition highlights not only his professional expertise in planning and community development, but also his meaningful contributions to Cottonwood Heights. In his role as Planner III, Maverick works at the intersection of thoughtful growth, economic vitality, and community character. His efforts help ensure that development within our city reflects both strategic planning principles and the values of our residents.
Through collaboration with residents, business owners, developers, and city staff, Maverick has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence, transparency, and long-term community benefit. His work plays an important role in guiding responsible growth while maintaining the high quality of life that makes Cottonwood Heights such a special place to live and work.
This statewide recognition from Utah Business not only celebrates Maverick’s professional accomplishments but also underscores the strength of the City’s Community and Economic Development Department and its ongoing commitment to fostering smart, sustainable growth.
To read more about this recognition, visit HERE.
KuoWei Maverick Yeh – Utah Business Forty Under 40 Honorees 2026
Please join us in congratulating Maverick Yeh on this well-deserved honor. We are grateful for his leadership and proud to see his impact recognized across the state of Utah.