NextGen Focus:
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Professional Development
Enhance professional and leadership skills via speakers and organized training sessions
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Agency
Provide a voice for younger leaders in the PEO industry
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Networking
Engage in virtual and in-person meet-up events via zoom and NAPEO-sponsored events.
NextGen Leadership Class of 2026
Now in its second year, the NAPEO NextGen Leadership program continues to recognize and celebrate emerging leaders in the PEO industry. This initiative offers standout professionals a unique opportunity to gain recognition, build connections and advance their careers.
Interested in applying?
Requirements:
- NAPEO member in good standing (PEO or associate member)
- 3+ years in the PEO industry
- 45 or under by January 31, 2026
- Resume
- Letter of recommendation from immediate supervisor
- 1 essay question (250 words max)
- Personal statement
Honoree benefits include:
- Featured in the April 2026 issue of PEO Insider®
- Receive an award at the 2026 NAPEO PEO Capitol Summit in Washington DC
- Enjoy discounted registration for the NAPEO’s three main conferences and the NextGen Leadership Workshop in 2026.
Congratulations to the members of the NAPEO NextGen Leadership Class of 2025
Luke Anderson
President
The Employer Group
Verona, WI
Deborah Dhuy
Director of Human Resources
Armhr
East Syracuse, NY
Rajesh Gurumoorthy
Co-Founder and CEO
InsureComp, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
Chase Heywood
President and Chief Operating Officer
Stratus HR
Sandy, UT
Hank Johnson
Director of Risk Management and Legal Compliance
Nextep
Norman, OK
Jenna Marceau
Chief Information Officer
Syndeo
Wichita, KS
Maria Tarmoun
Senior Manager, Client Tax Services and Solutions
Justworks
New York, NY
Upcoming Nextgen Events:
NAPEO’s 2026 NextGen Leadership Workshop
- Jul 16, – Jul 16, CT
- Madison, WI
NAPEO’s 2025 NextGen Leadership Workshop is a dynamic event designed for both current and emerging leaders in the PEO industry.