Professional Development. Networking. Community.
Do you want to grow professionally, create relationships, and participate in volunteer activities within our community? Then you should join NeXtGen!
NeXtGen is a professional skills development and networking group open to individuals under 40 years old, or those who are new to the independent insurance industry. Membership is open to anyone involved in or supporting the insurance industry, including all agency and company personnel!
We offer opportunities for CE credit career-enhancing professional development sessions, fun networking events, and give back to our community regularly.
Be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on LinkedIn!
Contact iiaawny@gmail.com to be added to our email list.
2026 NeXtGen Planning Committee:
Laura Bunting - AJ Gallagher (committee chair)
Dana Calteaux - Weed Ross
Gabriela Chapa – Higgins Agency Group Inc
Ashley Engl – Walsh Insurance
Patrick Erickson - AJ Gallagher
Tara Geary - RT Specialty
Dania Gross- AJ Gallagher
Alex Hellert - Insurance Associates Marketplace
Leslie Konter- Walsh Insurance
Kristine McNally – AJ Gallagher
Melissa Ragona - Lawley
Amanda Roache – Integrated Specialty Coverages
Marcia Roll - Weed Ross
William Salter- Erie Insurance
Kyle Tyrpak- USI
Katie Urchick - AJ Gallagher
Aaryonah Vaughn - RT Specialty
NeXtGen Charity Donation: Be A Blessing
The 2025 Shop til you Drop for Charity was a great success! Members of our local NeXtGen chapter went shopping for a local charity: Be A Blessing Buffalo. Thank you to all those who supported this initiative.
2026 NeXtGen Sponsorship Opportunities
Help NextGen fulfill its mission while you gain fresh relationships with the best and brightest rising leaders in the area!
Diamond Sponsor $3,000 - includes 4 tickets to every NeXtGen event in 2026
Platinum Sponsor $2,000 - includes 2 tickets to every NeXtGen event in 2026
Gold Sponsor $1,000- includes 4 tickets to any upcoming NeXtGen event through 2026
Silver Sponsor $750 – includes 2 tickets to any upcoming NeXtGen event through 2026
Bronze Sponsor $500 – includes 1 ticket to any upcoming NeXtGen event through 2026; includes recognition on all advertisements and at event
If you are interested in purchasing a sponsorship package, please submit the form below and a representative will contact you to arrange payment.
