NEXTGEN | COMMITTEE UPDATE
by Kelly Scott, Barrydowne Paint
Solidifying a commitment to ALLPRO’s future has been on Michael Beaudoin’s radar for the past two years. But now, after hosting two NextGen ALLPRO Universities in New Orleans in 2018 and in New Jersey in 2019, ALLPRO is not only talking the talk, it’s walking the walk – by introducing the newly-formed NextGen Committee. Along with my fellow committee members Ash Ebbo of Clement’s Paint, TX; Rachel O’Connor of General Paints Group in Ireland; Sean Paul from Dugan’s Paint in Sedalia, MO; Patrick Smith from Regal Paint Centers in Silver Spring, MD; and David Steuerman from PACOA in Port Washington, NY; I was honored to be asked to establish and lead this network of up-and-coming ALLPRO owners and key associates. The mission of this new group is to blend the experience and leadership that we find today at ALLPRO, with the next generation’s understanding of our changing business environment, technology, and their own strong desire to make their mark on our industry. By doing this, we create the conditions for our group and the independent channel to grow stronger, and improve upon the legacy of success within ALLPRO. Our mandate is to work together to build a strong support group that will help the next generation transition into ownership and leadership roles. In addition, NextGen will help plan and execute leadership and skills development opportunities for all members, including the next ALLPRO University planned for 2021.
20 | May/June 2020 | ALLPRO INDEPENDENT
