Meet Pollstar’s Impact: NextGen Class Of ’26

Pollstar’s IMPACT: NextGen 2026 features rising stars in the live industry bringing a fresh approach to the business, from safety to sustainability to show design, managing, marketing, promoting, booking, agenting and far more.

The 20 honorees here have helped bring tours to life for major artists such as Harry Styles, Cardi B, Billie Eilish, Tate McRae, No Doubt, The Red Clay Strays, Henry Cho, Nikki Glaser, HAIM, Morgan Wallen, Zara Larsson, Audrey Hobert, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Spiritbox, among many others.

Much like the talent side of the music ecosystem itself, this young executive talent could change the face of this business as we know it. With an ear to the ground and a unique generational understanding of current trends along with the support of key decision-makers, you’re looking at tomorrow’s leaders in action.

This year’s NextGen class represents Millennials and Gen Z whoe have spent much of their lives surrounded by technology, social media and streaming and utilize the latest platforms and innovations to excel in their careers

Since Pollstar launched our inaugural Impact: NextGen list in 2019, a number of past honorees have gone on to make major contributions to the business and we have no doubt the 2026 class is destined for further greatness.

Congrats to all of this year’s honorees!

2026 Impact: NextGen Honorees