Every generation has lived through a paradigm shift in society that has, in turn, formed its collective values. For Baby Boomers, it was post-World War II optimism and the Vietnam War. For Generation X, the end of the Cold War and the rise of the Internet. Gen Y\u2014popularly known as Millennials\u2014experienced the Great Recession, 9\/11, and the explosion of social media. Finally, Gen Z, an umbrella term for the youngest people on Earth, are (and continue to be) shaped by our hyper-connected world. The values and convictions we hold, resulting from the times we grew up in, undoubtedly affect our work life.<\/p>\n\n
Comprised of several different generations, the current work force is extremely diverse in terms of expectations and motivations. But what are each generation\u2019s specific expectations and motivations? What, exactly, caused such disparities? And, most importantly, how can we lean into these differences, work through them, and create happier and more productive work environments?<\/p>\n\n
The following speakers are experts on the topic of generational differences in the workplace and understand the strategies companies can implement to better attract, motivate, and retain their employees.<\/p>\n\n
Read on for more information about these keynote speakers:<\/span><\/p>\n\n Expert on Marketing to Baby Boomers and Seniors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n With over 30 years of experience investigating the lifestyle and market trends of adults and Baby Boomers, Maddy Dychtwald is a leading expert on the changing demographic trends currently shaping the marketplace, the workplace, and our lives. She is the co-founder of Age Wave, the nation\u2019s foremost thought-leader on population aging trends and their profound business, lifestyle, and cultural implications, and is regularly featured in prominent media publications, including\u00a0Bloomberg Businessweek<\/em>,\u00a0Forbes<\/em>,\u00a0Newsweek<\/em>,\u00a0TIME<\/em>,\u00a0and U.S. News & World Report.\u00a0<\/em>Learn more about\u00a0Maddy Dychtwald here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Digi-Cultural Trend Analyst and Contributor to MSNBC, Forbes, & Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n A digi-cultural trend analyst, author, speaker, and consultant, Lauren DeLisa Coleman analyzes and forecasts the intersection of cultural trends and emerging tech behavior as it pertains to the new, high-tech millennial class. With over 14 years of experience working for notables from Snoop Dogg and Jay Z to Microsoft, she helps companies incorporate future trends into concrete business practices. Learn more about\u00a0Lauren DeLisa Coleman here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Author of\u00a0The Next America: Boomers, Millennials and the Looming Generational Showdown<\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Paul Taylor is a speaker, writer, and researcher who specializes in demographic change and generational trends. Drawing on his work at the Pew Research Center where he served as executive vice president from 2003 to 2014 and oversaw all demographic research, Taylor\u2019s book, The Next America: Boomers, Millennials and the Looming Generational Showdown<\/i>\u00a0presents a striking social, economic, political, and technological portrait of the Millennial generation. Learn more about\u00a0Paul Taylor here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Expert on Generations and GenZ<\/strong><\/p>\n\n A passionate, energizing speaker,\u00a0David Stillman<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>breaks down the implications of GenZ\u2019s entrance into the workforce. Working with his son, Jonah, Stillman delivers cross-generational insights to audiences, explaining Gen Z\u2019s entirely new attitudes about work, technology, travel, money, and life. His generational research has been featured on multiple news networks, including CNN, CNBC, and The TODAY Show.\u00a0<\/i>Learn more about\u00a0David Stillman here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Founder and CEO of Johnny Cupcakes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Named \u201cAmerica\u2019s #1 Young Entrepreneur\u201d by BusinessWeek<\/i>, Johnny \u201cCupcakes\u201d Earle shows audiences how to leverage social media and word-of-mouth advertising to create a cult-like following. He\u2019s the founder and CEO of the world-renowned tee-shirt brand and namesake, Johnny Cupcakes, and has shared his strategies and creative consulting with numerous big-name clients, including Apple, L\u2019Oreal, Disney, IBM, Audi, Marriott, and P&G. Learn more about Johnny Cupcakes here<\/a>. Best-Selling Author, Expert on Millennial Workforce & Entrepreneur<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Recently named \u201cone of the nation\u2019s leading Millennial voices\u201d by IBM,\u00a0Michael Parrish DuDell is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and the best-selling author of\u00a0Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business<\/i>\u00a0and\u00a0Shark Tank Secrets to Success<\/i> (the official business books from ABC\u2019s hit show,\u00a0Shark Tank<\/i>). He delivers interactive speeches and workshops designed to help businesses and leaders build future-focused organizations and connect with a new generation and is frequently featured across media outlets, including CNN, CNBC, and Fox News. Learn more about\u00a0Michael Parrish DuDell here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Former COO and President of Buzzfeed, Former CEO of Daily Mail North America, and CEO of Cheddar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Having led or worked with many of the major brands shaping millennial content consumption, Jon Steinberg is the content and trends expert to turn to when it comes to understanding the next generation of consumers.\u00a0He\u2019s the former COO and president of Buzzfeed, the former CEO of Daily Mail North America, and is currently the founder and CEO of Cheddar, a video-based media company that caters to millennials. Steinberg discusses the challenges facing modern businesses, what it takes to retain a competitive edge, how to spot trends before they happen, and how to grow exponentially by accessing the millennial consumer. Learn more about\u00a0Jon Steinberg here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Former CEO of Flywheel Sports, Former Global President of Gatorade, and Former Marketing Director at Nike, Author of “Extreme You: Step Up, Stand Out, Kick Ass, Repeat” and Founder of Extreme Living<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Twice named to the Forbes \u201cMost Powerful Women in Sports\u201d list, Sarah Robb O\u2019Hagan personally led the development of several breakthrough innovation efforts in her corporate career, including the shake-up of legacy products at Nike and Gatorade. She explains how the business environment has changed\u2014with barriers to entry being lower than ever\u2014and how businesses must can adapt in order to play at the edge of their potential. Learn more about\u00a0Sarah Robb O\u2019Hagan here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Former Chief Troublemaker at Procter & Gamble (Global Brand Innovation Leader, P&G FutureWorks)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n \u201c80% of Millennials prefer experiences over stuff.\u201d For world-renowned innovator and expert marketer, Dustin Garis, this is the most powerful, yet untapped human insight that is driving the marketplace. The Millennial social movement, changing the traditional model of consumption, presents a challenge to brands with implications across all functions (marketing, product design, hiring, etc). But it\u2019s also an extraordinary opportunity if people can understand the dynamics of this movement and how to fuel it. Drawing from his wide array of experience working with some of the world\u2019s most respected companies, Garis teaches brands and retailers \u201chow to fish\u201d for hidden insights, and offers a futurist look at the trends (and countertrends) of Millennial-first brands that are changing the world of business\u2014and the world. Learn more about\u00a0Dustin Garis here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Generations Expert and Demographer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n As the original creator of the term \u201cMillennial Generation,\u201d Neil Howe is a renowned authority on the different generations in the U.S. He provides powerful insights into who today\u2019s generation are, what motivates them as consumers and workers, and how they will shape our national future.\u00a0His first best-seller, Generations <\/i>(co-authored with William Strauss) was called \u201cthe most simulating book on American history that I have ever read\u201d by Al Gore, who sent a copy to every member of Congress.\u00a0Howe\u2019s articles have appeared in\u00a0The Atlantic, The Washington Post, The New York Times, American Demographics, USA Weekend<\/i>, and other national publications, and he has drafted several Social Security reform plans and testified on entitlements many times before Congress.\u00a0Learn more about\u00a0Neil Howe here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Want to learn more about these speakers, or get a personal list of customized speaker recommendations for your upcoming meeting?\u00a0Contact our team today<\/span><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n Reach out to us<\/a><\/span>, and we can send you a customized list of speaker recommendations tailored specifically to your event’s topic, theme, audience, and more.\u00a0Request your custom speaker list<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n To get in touch with someone on our team right now, you can also\u00a0fill out the form\u00a0below, email us at\u00a0contact@lauthorities.com<\/a>, call us at 1-800-SPEAKER, or\u00a0live chat<\/a>\u00a0with us online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/a>MADDY DYCHTWALD<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>LAUREN DELISA COLEMAN<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>PAUL TAYLOR<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>DAVID STILLMAN<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>JOHNNY “CUPCAKES” EARLE<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
\n\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/a>MICHAEL PARRISH DUDELL<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>JON STEINBERG<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>SARAH ROBB O’HAGAN<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>DUSTIN GARIS<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
<\/a>NEIL HOWE<\/a><\/h1>\n\n
Help your team Better navigate generational differences<\/h1>\n\n