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generation of family
enterprise successors
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NEXGENS National Successor Network Join Nexgens Connecting The next
generation of family
enterprise successors
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ABOUT NEXGENS

A National Community for the Next Generation

University Partners
Lifelong Learning
Successor Community
WHO WE ARE

Connecting Family Enterprise Successors Across Universities

Building Connections That Continue Beyond Graduation

NEXGENS is a national student community for current and future family enterprise successors. Through partnerships with universities across the United States, we connect students who share the opportunities and responsibilities of family enterprise. Our network provides opportunities for lifelong learning, national networking, virtual learning experiences, mentorship, and conversations with family business leaders and fellow successors.

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Lifelong Learning

Continue learning through virtual learning experiences, events, mentorship, and conversations with family business leaders and fellow successors.
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National Networking

Connect with current and future family enterprise successors from universities across the United States.
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Research & Collaboration

Explore opportunities for collaborative research, publications, and academic engagement.
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Leadership & Succession

Build the knowledge, relationships, and leadership skills needed to carry family enterprises forward.

Get Connected with NEXGENS

Build lasting relationships with fellow successors, university partners, and family business leaders.

OUR MISSION

Building a Stronger Future for Family Enterprise

NEXGENS creates opportunities for students and future successors to learn from one another, share experiences, and develop meaningful relationships across universities.

Through networking, mentorship, virtual learning, and collaborative initiatives, we support the next generation as they prepare for leadership and succession.

Prepare for the Future

A community that supports the lifelong journey of family enterprise succession.

NEXGENS Opportunities

Explore Our Network & Programs

NEXGENS Virtual Learning Series

National Networking Opportunities

Research & Publications

Leadership & Succession

University Partnerships

NEXGENS National Conference

NEXGENS brings together students, university partners, families, researchers, and family business leaders to strengthen the future of family enterprise.

ABOUT NEXGENS

Our Mission Is to Connect the Next Generation

Join the Community<br><br>Connect Beyond Your University
YOUR NETWORK.YOUR FUTURE.
Join the Community

Connect Beyond Your University
Join a national community of current and future family enterprise successors.
Learn from Experience<br><br>Learn from Family Business Leaders
LEARN. SHARE. GROW.
Learn from Experience

Learn from Family Business Leaders
Discover learning experiences, mentorship, and conversations with leaders and fellow successors
Partner with NEXGENS<br><br>Build the Future of Family Enterprise Together
UNIVERSITIES & COLLABORATORS
Partner with NEXGENS

Build the Future of Family Enterprise Together
Explore university partnerships, research collaboration, and opportunities to engage the next generation.
Event & Program

Connecting Through Events & Learning

Discover upcoming NEXGENS events, register for new opportunities, and explore past event archives showcasing learning, connections, and experiences across our national student community.

2026 NEXGENS Annual Conference
NEWS & RESOURCES

Insights, Stories & Updates from NEXGENS

Explore NEXGENS announcements, family enterprise insights, research collaborations, event highlights, and stories from our national successor community.
OUR COMMUNITY

A Network Built on Connection & Collaboration

NEXGENS connects successors, universities, families, researchers, and family business leaders through shared learning and collaboration.

Growing Through University Partnerships

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Receive updates about NEXGENS events, virtual learning experiences, resources, and opportunities to connect with the next generation of family enterprise successors.