NAPEO NextGen

What is NAPEO NextGen?

NAPEO NextGen is an initiative designed to provide networking opportunities and programming focused on under 45 professionals in the PEO industry.

Enhance professional and leadership skills via speakers and organized training sessions.
Provide a voice for younger leaders in the PEO industry.
Engage in virtual and in-person meet-up events via zoom and NAPEO-sponsored events.

NextGen Leadership Workshop

April 10-11, 2025 | New Orleans, LA | Register

NAPEO’s 2025 NextGen Leadership Workshop is a dynamic event designed for both current and emerging leaders in the PEO industry. This workshop provides an invaluable opportunity for established professionals and rising stars alike to enhance their leadership skills, engage in impactful training, and learn strategies to drive innovation and success in the ever-evolving PEO landscape. Through collaborative discussions and expert-led sessions, participants will gain the tools and insights needed to excel in their roles, foster growth, and lead their teams toward a stronger future for the industry.

Who should attend?
• NAPEO NextGen members (professionals 45 and under)
• Aspiring leaders eager to grow into leadership roles
• Professionals seeking to strengthen and elevate their leadership skills

Thursday, April 10, 2025
12:00pm -1:00pm	Welcome & Networking Lunch
1:30pm-2:30pm	Opening Keynote: Unapologetically Empowered: How to Lead, Influence & Elevate Your Presence
	Sherron Williams, The P3 Solution
2:30pm-4:30pm	DISC Leadership Assessment Presentation & Workshop
	Connor Cross, Syndeo
4:30pm-5:00pm	Break
5:00pm-6:30pm	Team Building Activity
6:30pm-9:00pm	Offsite Evening Event
Friday, April 11, 2025
8:30am-9:30am	Networking Breakfast
9:30am-10:30am	PEO Power Panel: Industry Insights for Tomorrow's Leaders
	Frank Huang, Managing Director and Consulting Actuary, Merlinos & Associates (Moderator) Angela St. Paul, Key Market Strategy Leader - PEO, Guardian Life David Feinberg, SVP Risk & Insurance Programs, Justworks Sharlie Reynolds, Vice President, Libertate Insurance Steve Scott, President & COO, EngagePEO
10:30am	Closing & Departures

NextGen Leaders Class of 2025

The NAPEO NextGen Leaders Class of 2025 is a new program designed to recognize emerging leaders in the PEO industry, offering a unique opportunity for standout professionals to gain recognition and grow their careers. Honorees will be featured in the April 2025 issue of PEO Insider®, receive an award at the 2025 NAPEO Annual Conference in Austin and enjoy discounted registration for the 2025 NextGen Leadership Workshop and the 2025 PEO Capitol Summit. This program celebrates the future of the industry and supports the development of its next generation of leaders.

Congratulations to the members of the NAPEO NextGen Leaders 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)