SMTA Next Gen 10 Program
The SMTA Next Gen 10 Program recognizes and honors young professionals who are shaping the future of electronics manufacturing through leadership, innovation, and impact.
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About the SMTA Next Gen 10 Program
The SMTA Next Gen 10 Program recognizes ten emerging leaders who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in their careers and meaningful contributions to the electronics manufacturing industry.
Selected recipients gain access to exclusive leadership development opportunities, industry-wide recognition, and a platform to expand their professional network.
Meet the 2026 Next Gen 10 Recipients
The 2026 Next Gen 10 honorees represent exceptional talent, leadership, and innovation within the electronics manufacturing industry.
Mohammad Alam
Intel Foundry
Adam Murling
Indium Corporation
Justin Bloom
Milennium Circuits Limited
Thuy Nguyen
Indium Corporation
Prathiksha Ramprasad Dhanpal
Ampere Computing LLC
Nick Ostrom
Lockheed Martin
Chelsea Jewell
KYZEN Corporation
Tim Pearson
Collins Aerospace
Jean-Baptiste Libot
Hooke Electronics
Irina Rasid
actnano
More Than an Award
Each award recipient gains access to exclusive leadership development and industry recognition
8-Week Leadership Program
Opportunity to participate in an 8-week leadership program
Professional Photo
Commemorative professional photo of award acceptance
Personalized Award Plaque
Recieve a personalized plaque honoring your achievement
Industry Recognition
Recognition on the SMTA's website and social media channels
Certificate of Achievement
Awarded upon completion of the 8-week leadership program
On-Stage Recognition
Recognition in-person during the awards ceremony at SMTA International
Eligibility Criteria
Must be an active member of the SMTA
Age 40 or under as of June 2026
Demonstrated excellence and leadership in the technical field
Including noteworthy contributions to their profession or industry as well as significant impact on their organization, community, or beyond
Must attend SMTA International in-person
Past winners of Next Gen 10 or 40 Under 40 programs are not eligible
Thank You Sponsors!
Interested in sponsoring the 2026 SMTA Next Gen 10 Program?
Please contact syp@smta.org
Meet the 2025 Next Gen 10 Recipients
Joshua Archer
ZESTRON Corporation
Rocco Corbisiero
GE Aerospace
Kevin Brennan
Indium Corporation
Louis Diamond
Honeywell FM&T
Jordan Carroll
Indium Corporation
Akhil Kumar
Intel Corporation
Hannah Cason
L3 Harris
Steven Mui
Fabrinet West
Maya Chiesa
Lockheed Martin
Vishnu Reddy
Intel Corporation