LEAD Network
NextGen Chapter

The LEAD Network NextGen is an initiative aimed at empowering the younger generation of professionals to grow into authentic, human, real business leaders.

About the NextGen Chapter

The NextGen Chapter empowers young professionals to shape the future of leadership through cross-generational collaboration, impactful initiatives, and data-driven insights. We connect talent with senior leaders, foster allyship, and create opportunities for growth, innovation, and lasting industry change.

The vision of the NextGen initiative is:

  • To empower NextGens to grow authentically in their careers and to build a future leader pipeline.
  • To hear NexGen voices – their opinions and challenges – and provide them with peer-to-peer support to overcome them.
  • To connect NextGens to senior leaders – bridging the generation gap.

Chapter Co-chairs

Frédérique Rautureau

Program Management Officer - Global cocoa R&D, Barry Callebaut

Radia Ahsan

Play Portfolio Brand Manager - EU/ANZ/UKI, The Magnum Ice Cream Company

Latest Activity

CEO Q&A & Roundtables

Exclusive sessions where NextGen members engage directly with top executives to exchange insights and shape leadership conversations.

NextGen Connectors Programme

NextGen Connectors Programme – A network of young professionals driving cross-company collaboration, promoting events, and influencing workplace transformation.

Learning Journeys & Mentorship

Interactive sessions, mentorship opportunities, and hands-on experiences to develop leadership skills and career growth.

Chapter Committee Members

  • Anna Greta

    IT Program Manager

    McCormick

  • Annabelle Urban

    Brand & Trade Marketing eCommerce

    Reckitt

  • Hiromi Nakamura Svensson

    Logistics Operations Manager Southern Europe

    Kimberly-Clark

  • Julieta Hermosilla

    eCommerce Manager

    Redbull

  • Lorenzo Rovellotti

    Production Manager

    Kimberly-Clark

  • Madeleine Forsch

    Ingredient Development Manager - Texture Solutions Innovation EMEA

    Ingredion

  • Marco Di Salvo

  • Martha Stagg

    R&D UFLP

    Unilever

  • Michelle Vandamme

  • Nadege Ntui Ayuk 

    Manufacturing Excellence Manager

    Barry Callebaut

  • Patricia Souza

    CEO & Founder

    Geek Girls

  • Paulina Król-Kurzawa

    Global Talent Acquisition Marketing Manager

    McCormick

"Volunteering for the NextGen Chapter gives me the chance to collaborate with peers, engage with CEOs, and connect with inspiring leaders while shaping the future of leadership and developing skills to accelerate my career."

NextGen Chapter Volunteer

Join the LEAD Network NextGen Chapter

Become a Member for free and join this Chapter to attend events, expand your network, and learn from other DEI advocates.

What are LEAD Network Chapters?

LEAD Network Chapters are regional and functional DEI groups that connect CPG and retail professionals. Open to all, they offer opportunities to learn, lead, and grow through networking, inspiration, and community. Become a Member of LEAD Network and browse our available Chapters.