Education Emerging Leaders Network

Emerging Leaders Network

NPTA’s Emerging Leaders Network is a curated, professional development initiative centered on up-and-coming talent in the industry. The program is designed to give the leaders of tomorrow’s distribution channel a voice and provide them with opportunities to grow.

Join the Paper Trade Leaders of Tomorrow

The future of the paper distribution industry depends on strong, connected, and inspired leaders. That’s why NPTA is excited to announce that nominations for the Emerging Leaders Network class of 2027 are now open.

This is your chance, or your colleague’s, to gain the tools, network, and platform to make a lasting impact.

If you—or someone you know—wants to join the next class, submit a nomination by Friday, October 16.

Nominate Now

Benefits of Participation

Members of the Emerging Leaders Network reap countless rewards, like:

Tailored educational opportunities
Connection to a diverse network of industry pros
Develop lifelong personal and professional relationships within the industry
Involvement with projects that directly impact NPTA
Invitations to both Paper Meets LIVE! and the Paper Distribution Conference (PDC)
Invitation to in-person Emerging Leaders Summit

Roles and Responsibilities

Members of the Emerging Leaders Network are encouraged to…

Attend virtual monthly meetings
Attend in-person events
- Paper Distribution Conference (January)
- Paper Meets LIVE! (May)
- Emerging Leaders Summit (Summer)
Participate and engage in conversation at each meeting
Adhere to conversation and content confidentiality
Share interests and give a presentation on a topic of choice