WHAT IS NEXT GENERATION?

MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Next Generation program is to provide leadership, vision and support to advance the careers of its members across North America, and as it expands globally, through

Education, Mentoring, & Networking.

MENTORING

NETWORKING

EDUCATION

EVOLUTION• ICSC’s Next Generation Program was started in 2001 in Chicago• Today there are 92+ committees in North America and newly

formed communities in Europe, Mexico, Asia, and in the Middle East.• 1,020+ events have taken place with 80,000+ attendees• The annual Next Generation Conference has evolved into a high-level

global event.

• OVEr 89 LOcAL cOMMITTEES hosting 147+ events powered by 485+ ICSC members worldwide

• THE NExT gENErATION LEAdErSHIp bOArd

(NgLb) oversees national initiatives, sets the direction and strategy for the program, provides support to State & Divisional leaders and oversees leardership development at all levels

• dIVISIONAL STATE ANd prOVINcE LEAdErSHIp provide leadership, structure, and support to local committees to ensure the best programming

gUIdINg prINcIpLESEmbedded in the mission statement of the Next Generation Program there are several Guiding Principles that are promoted and adhered to by the Next Gen Leadership Board (NGLB).• FOcUS ON EdUcATION: provide strong programming at all levels• FOcUS ON AWArENESS: introduce and promote Next Gen to the

relevant audience• FOcUS ON dIVErSITY ANd INcLUSION: promote in leadership• FOcUS ON ALTrUISM ANd SOcIAL rESpONSIbILITY: engage Next Gen

with the community• FOcUS ON cOMMUNIcATION: provide structure and support to all

members and committees• FOcUS ON gOINg gLObAL: promote to all Next Gen programs and the world• FOcUS ON TALENT MANAgEMENT: promote leadership development to

ensure growth and stability of the program and career advancement opportunities.

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STANdINg INITIATIVES

For complete information about the Next Gen Program and Volunteer opportunities visit www.ICSC.org/NextGen Contact: Lorraine Mazza,StaffVicePresident,ICSC,1221AvenueoftheAmericas,41stFloor,NewYork,NY10020;+1646.728.3645;lmazza@icsc.org

SHOrT ANd LONg TErM gOALS

Provide relevant program components for Next Gen members and leaders, and provide a forum to connect leaders from around the globe.

THE FUTURE - WHAT IS PLANNED

Host a national conference each year to provide educational and networking opportunities specifically tailored for the rising stars and future leaders within the industry. #NextGenConf

Next Generation meets Altruistic Community Outreach by partnering with the Foundation to raise money for various scholarships.

NEXT GENerosityDEVELOPING THE INDUSTRY’S FUTURE LEADERS

I. Create and institute a formalized communication plan to provide the utmost in customer service and create awareness of ICSC and the Next Generation brand

II. Educate and inspire the future leaders of the retail real estate industry

III. Create and implement a governance structure for all Next Generation leadership positions and committees

IV. Grow the Next Generation program to include a component for career and professional development

V. Continue to expand the Next Generation program globally by partnering with global Next Generation boards and programs to create a unified and collaborative initiative

VI. Develop a formalized strategy for succession planning

VII. Promote and facilitate altruism through specifically campaigns which benefit the community

VIII. Engage with other ICSC programs and events

IX. Collaboration with ICSC’s student program

SPECIAL INDUSTRY GROUPS focus on a specific sector of the industry, and provide interactive discussion groups to share best practices , have the opportunity to delve into issues, challenges and to network with colleagues.