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SALTEX is excited to announce that members of the GMA\u2019s NextGen<\/a> group will be joining this year\u2019s exhibition at the NEC Birmingham on 30-31 October 2024, offering fresh perspectives and a passion for the future of grounds management.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

GMA NextGen, is a dynamic group of committed young professionals serving as ambassadors for the industry. Their mission is to inspire and recruit the next generation of grounds staff by showcasing the wide range of rewarding career opportunities within the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n

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From school leavers to early-career professionals, GMA NextGen is dedicated to promoting awareness and enthusiasm for an industry that plays a crucial role in sports and public spaces whilst ensuring the industry remains vibrant and well-equipped for the future. And what\u2019s more, they\u2019re currently recruiting for three more members<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visitors can connect with GMA NextGen at the GMA Hub, stand C190 across both days of the exhibition. They\u2019ll be on hand to offer practical advice to those interested in taking their first steps or looking to progress in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GMA\u2019s NextGen members Meg Lay (Groundsperson at Lord\u2019s Cricket Ground) and Jack Langley (Deputy Head Groundsperson at Ashton Gate Stadium) will also be taking part in a SALTEX Learning Live session \u2018How to attract young people into the industry<\/a>\u2019 which will discuss the diverse opportunities the grounds sector offers young people – and how to encourage them to get started on a rewarding career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meg Lay of GMA NextGen and Lord\u2019s Cricket Ground said:<\/strong> \u201cI am hugely passionate about promoting our industry to a younger generation and I am very much looking forward to speaking on the topic at SALTEX. The exhibition is a fantastic opportunity to connect with likeminded people and discuss how we can improve the sector.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following this, attendees are invited to attend The Clubhouse, stand K010, to meet with the GMA NextGen team to carry on the discussion and explore further opportunities within the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jack Langley, Deputy Head Groundsperson at Ashton Gate Stadium said:<\/strong> \u201cI am very excited to be representing GMA NextGen at SALTEX 2024. This event brings together the grounds industry like no other. A space for people to meet and discuss great ideas that can drive forward & make positive changes to the industry, that the future generation of grounds people can be proud of.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information about SALTEX, and to register for your FREE ticket, visit www.saltex.org.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

SALTEX is excited to announce that members of the GMA\u2019s NextGen group will be joining this year\u2019s exhibition at the NEC Birmingham on 30-31 October 2024, offering fresh perspectives and a passion for the future of grounds management. <\/p>\n

GMA NextGen, is a dynamic group of committed young professionals serving as ambassadors for the industry. <\/p>\n

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