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Our Legacy Goal

To become the most trusted and influential leadership network for the next generation of executives in the printing and embellishment industry.

VISION

To be the premier community for rising leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals shaping the future of the printing and embellishment industry.

MISSION

NextGen curates a selective, high-impact network that connects ambitious professionals with influential relationships, leadership development, and industry
insight, accelerating both personal growth and long-term industry progress.

Rising Leaders limited to 10 individuals per year (includes college students, interns or first year with company)

FSEA Member company employee under 40

Committee Members

Who We're For

Rising Leaders

seeking accelerated growth and
meaningful industry exposure

Established Leaders

committed to collaboration, mentorship, and thought leadership

Emerged Leaders

who remain engaged as mentors, advisors, and industry influencers

Member Criteria

01

Age 40 or younger at time of joining as a Rising or Established Leader

02

Application and possible nomination required

03

Participation in a minimum of four virtual or in-person events annually

04

Commitment to advancing and promoting the industry

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Member Experience

CONNECT

Bi-monthly curated virtual networking sessions


Personalized introductions and member matchmaking


Private NextGen events at the annual FSEA Conference

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Lead

Industry roundtables and leadership forums


Annual leadership-focused programming


Access to a trusted, knowledge-driven FSEA
network

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GROW

Peer mastermind groups
 

Coaching and mentorship from industry
leaders

 

Leadership pathways to NextGen and FSEA
Board roles

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Events

Bi-Monthly: Virtual networking and topic-based discussions
 

Annually: NextGen roundtables, private
gatherings, and exclusive experiences at the
FSEA Conference

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Questions? Email Blake Peterson

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