more than 300 power transmission/motion control distribution and manufacturing companies, representing over $20 billion in product sales.
The Next Gen community provides a forum for building industry relationships with individuals aged 40 or under who work for a PTDA member company and are interested in learning and sharing knowledge with other Next Gen in the industry. From networking to leadership development, the community encourages an exchange of ideas with peers on the challenges of everyday business both formally and socially.
If you work for a PTDA member company, you can take advantage of these benefits at no extra cost to your company. Create your own user name and password here and check the Next Gen (Age 40 or under) checkbox. Already have a user name and password? Edit your profile to check the Next Gen box.
Open to all, the Next Gen community holds calls for open discussion about succeeding as a younger member of the power transmission/motion control industry. Topics are selected by a task force of dedicated volunteers. Click on the links below to register for an upcoming call.
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Once registered, you will receive an order receipt immediately and a confirmation email within 24-48 hours. About one week before the Community Conversation, you’ll receive an email with a link to Microsoft Teams for the event. You do NOT need a Teams subscription to participate. If you don’t receive the email with the link or if you have any questions about your registration, please contact us at ptda@ptda.org or 312.516.2100.
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The PTDA Industry Summit typically features a session or workshop especially geared for those ages 40 and under. The Industry Summit also features a Next Gen After Party that gives young executives the chance to build and enhance their professional and personal connections.
Volunteering is a perfect way for Next Gen members to network and develop leadership skills while working with other PT/MC leaders to advance this distribution channel. PTDA has opportunities for Next Gen members to get involved on task forces and committees. More than 125 individuals volunteer in some capacity each year. Get involved in a PTDA committee or task force by downloading and returning the committee interest form or contacting PTDA at ptda@ptda.org or +1.312.516.2100.
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