Connecting to a Changing Workforce:
Multigenerational Engagement
American
Society for Training & Development - Southern CT chapter meeting (ASTD-SCC)
Monday,
Sept. 24, 2012, 5:45-8:00 PM
Speakers:
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Monica Walters, Executive Director of Learning & Development, Cengage (previously Thomson Learning)
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Will Ruch, CEO/Managing Partner, Versant.
An
unprecedented number of workers from four generations are working alongside one
another and bringing their own values, goals and communication approaches to the
workplace. Given the generational dynamics in the workplace affect
morale, productivity, recruitment and retention, how does an organization
optimize productivity from all workers? Learn how Cengage worked
with Versant to train their managers and employees to overcome generational
barriers.
Attend this
interactive session to learn:
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Differences among generations currently in the workforce and what to expect in the future
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How Cengage addressed these challenges
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Tips for what you could do to engage millennials and future workers
Date:
Monday, Sept 24, 2012
Networking:
5:45 PMDinner Served: 6:30 PM
Program: 6:45-8 PM
Location:
Hosted
by the Southern CT chapter of the American Society for Training &
Development (ASTD-SCC) at the Norwalk Inn and Conference Center, 99 East
Avenue, Norwalk CT 203-838-2000
Price:
Members:
$35Non-Members: $50
Students: $20
To register or for more information, visit http://www.astdscc.org/
Monica Walters is the
Executive Director, Learning and Development for Cengage Learning. In this role,
Monica is responsible for learning and development and talent management
initiatives for the organization. Prior to Cengage Learning, Monica held senior
positions in learning and development with Terex Corporation, Prudential
Financial and MasterCard.
Will Ruch is
CEO/Managing Partner of Versant, which specializes in employee communications
that align employees and drive results. Will has helped to
establish Versant’s special practice, VERSANT/WORKS, as a leader in Generational
Workforce issues and strategies for the recruiting and retention of
high-performing employees. In addition to Thomson Reuters, Will has also worked
with Xerox, Northwestern Mutual Insurance, Lincoln Financial and Kohl’s
Department Stores.
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