INDIANAPOLIS (February 9, 2026) – The Annex Group®, a leading impact housing developer that creates affordable, workforce and purpose-built student housing communities, today announces its Chief Financial Officer, Sam Hurley, has been named a finalist for Junior
Achievement of Central Indiana’s 22nd annual Indy’s Best and Brightest award, a highly regarded recognition celebrating outstanding leaders across Central Indiana.
Hurley, who is a finalist in the real estate, development and construction category, leads The Annex Group’s finance, asset management and accounting efforts in his role as CFO. Hurley is well-versed in the multifamily housing industry, asset management and financial underwriting. His dedication to identifying optimal debt and equity candidates and impeccable ability to maintain relationships with existing investment partners allows The Annex Group to continue to grow its impressive portfolio.
“Just being named alongside all of these incredibly smart and talented people around Central Indiana is truly humbling,” said Hurley. “I’m profoundly lucky and grateful to work with such an amazing group of people who are passionate about the company and the industry. This acknowledgment is a true testament to all of their hard work. Junior Achievement is a phenomenal organization, and it’s great to be a small part of the amazing impact the organization has on the youth in our community.”
An awards program and reception to recognize these outstanding professionals will take place on
Wednesday, April 22nd at Fishers Event Center.
Jennifer Burk, Junior Achievement of Central Indiana’s CEO, stated, “These dynamic and forward-
thinking leaders are driving positive change in central Indiana, and they continue to serve as inspiration for the thousands of young people engaged in Junior Achievement programs.”
Indy’s Best and Brightest was created by Junior Achievement of Central Indiana (JA) to recognize the
outstanding young professionals and leaders in our community. All the finalists to be honored at the event are listed on the Junior Achievement website: https://indy.ja.org/events/indy-s-best-and-brightest
ABOUT JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF CENTRAL INDIANA
Junior Achievement of Central Indiana is dedicated to educating young people about work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs. Our mission is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. Visit JA of Central Indiana’s website: https://www.jaindy.org and follow us on all social media platforms @jacentralind.
ABOUT THE ANNEX GROUP®
The Annex Group® is a leading impact housing developer that creates affordable, workforce and purpose-built student housing communities. With a focus on providing innovative, amenitized housing in emerging markets throughout the United States, The Annex Group is headquartered in Fishers, Indiana. To learn more about The Annex Group, visit www.theannexgrp.com or follow them on Facebook and LinkedIn.