The NABS Next Gen Board
Bringing early‑career voices into the heart of our mission to advance mental wellness in our industry.
We want to create a healthier, happier industry - are you on board?
Aged 30 or under and want to shape the future of mental wellness in advertising, media and marketing? You're in the right place.
Your chance to influence how our industry supports its people
The Next Gen board is a dedicated space for those aged 30 and under in advertising, media and marketing. Our aim is to bring together a diverse group of people from our industry, ensuring a wide range of perspectives and insights are brought to the table, delivering real‑world experience into the conversations that guide action at NABS.
What is the Next Gen Board?
The Next Gen Board is a practical, meaningful way for early‑career professionals to shape NABS’ thinking. You’ll share insight drawn from lived experience, collaborate with mentors and NABS teams, and help guide projects that strengthen wellbeing across the industry. It’s a space for honest conversations, fresh perspectives and real impact.
How the Board works
To keep the work purposeful and sustainable, the Board follows a clear phased structure, and board terms last between 15–18 months
1. Listen, learn and shape direction
You’ll build relationships, understand NABS’ work and bring your real‑life experience into strategic thinking.
2. Co‑create and deliver a focused project
Together with NABS and mentors, you’ll shape and deliver one or two clearly defined, time‑bound projects linked to NABS’ priorities.
3. Provide ongoing insight
As industry issues evolve, you’ll share feedback and perspective that helps NABS stay responsive and relevant.
4. Review and Reflect
As your service period comes to and end, a chance to reflect and share your insights with the next cohort.
What you'll gain:
✅ You’ll build leadership skills by working on live projects, not theory
✅ You’ll gain exposure to senior industry leaders in a supportive, non-intimidating setting
✅ You’ll be part of a safe, honest space to share experiences and learn from others
✅ You’ll help shape a healthier, more supportive future for people starting out in the industry
Meet The NABS Next Gen Board
NABS has appointed 19 talented early-career professionals from across advertising, marketing and media to its inaugural Next Gen board. Thank you to everyone who applied to the NABS Next Gen Board
