Building Connections and Growing Together: The Impact of LEADS

Written by Emma Brownstein | Corporate Communications

Gen Blog | Life@Gen

At Gen, fostering a culture of continuous growth and connection is at the heart of what we do. This commitment shines through in our professional development community, LEADS. Designed to inspire personal and professional development, LEADS brings together employees from diverse backgrounds to network, share knowledge and unlock their full potential.

As Balaji Santhanagopalan, a co-champion of the LEADS community, puts it, “We strive to create a growth mindset among our generators, our employees. We create a platform where people could just come in, network with each other, try to learn from each other and become a better version of themselves.”

Balaji, who has been with Gen for almost four years, joined LEADS shortly after starting at Gen. He credits the community for enhancing both his professional and personal life. “It has opened up a lot of avenues. I’m someone who loves talking to people, interacting with them and learning a thing or two from people I’m conversing with,” he said.

For Bogomil Shopov, being part of LEADS aligns with his belief in lifelong learning. “The world is changing very fast, and if you want to stay current as a person and to stay smart, we need to be able to learn,” he said. As a champion of LEADS for over a year, Bogomil appreciates the community’s role in connecting like-minded individuals who inspire each other to grow. “Meeting people with the same willingness to learn drives me, both personally and professionally,” he said.

Personal and Professional Growth 

LEADS champions like Balaji and Bogomil emphasize the community’s role in fostering connections that transcend geographical and cultural boundaries. By bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds, LEADS helps employees understand and embrace different perspectives.

Reflecting on his journey, Balaji says, “Coming under the DEI umbrella within Gen, LEADS has allowed me to get along with people from different cultures, countries and parts of the world.”

Professionally, the opportunities to network, learn and lead have been transformative. As Balaji explains, “The events I’ve been a part of and the ones I’ve organized have been second to none in terms of experience and learning.”

The Future of LEADS 

LEADS continues to grow as a pillar of professional development at Gen, empowering employees to adapt to the rapidly changing world of technology and security. By promoting a culture of shared learning and collaboration, LEADS ensures that every member of the Gen community has the tools to succeed and thrive.

Whether a Gen employee is seeking to develop new skills, connect with colleagues across the globe or contribute to meaningful projects, the LEADS community provides a platform tailored to their success. Designed to foster both personal and professional growth, LEAD offers opportunities to collaborate, learn and stay motivated. As Bogomil explains, “Being part of LEADS helps me stay on top of my job, meet people who want to learn together and stay driven.”

At Gen, LEADS is not just a community—it’s an initiative that embodies our dedication to fostering growth, driving innovation and championing inclusivity.

To learn more about how you can grow with us and be a part of communities like LEADS, explore career opportunities at Gen by visiting our Careers page.