How Today’s Top Culture Leaders Are Building the Next Generation of Leadership

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As posted on RollingStone / Culture Council
December 23, 2025
Thomas Andersen, BTA Cannabis CPA Tax, featured as a member of the RollingStone Culture Council’s Expert Panel

Companies that thrive and grow for decades know that leadership development requires intentional effort long before someone steps into a title. Planning ahead for the next generation of leadership through mentorship, skill-building and internal support is critical, not only for individual careers but also for the long-term health of a business.

To help, Rolling Stone Culture Council members share how they approach nurturing future leaders within their organizations. Here’s why they believe these approaches work and the impact they’ve had on both their teams and the companies they’re building…

Promote From Within

I promote from within, giving employees the chance to grow into leadership roles. It builds pride in one’s work, a sense of ownership and perspective and appreciation for accountability. Fostering promotion from within the ranks encourages and prepares future leaders through cross-training and teamwork, preparing staff to lead peers whom they have both grown to know and respect. – Thomas Andersen, BTA Cannabis CPA Tax

The Rolling Stone Culture Council is an invitation-only community for Influencers, Innovators and Creatives.