Networking: 11:30am - 12:00pm
Session: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lunch will be provided.
How much does the generation into which you were born shape your values and orientation to the world? Is it accurate, or even helpful, to make broad generalizations about people based on their generation? Are generations really that different or do they have more in common than we realize?
Christie Knittel Mabry, Dianna Teague Lanier, and Larry Rosenberg will lead a lively and thoughtful dialogue about generations in the workforce. The goal of the session is to help us develop a more focused and nuanced understanding of generational differences and their implications in the workplace.
The key to building understanding and respect among generations is to examine the various factors that have most influenced the shared values, beliefs and preferences of the group. What impact does the parents’ generation have on their children’s’ outlook? What are the formative events during teen years that shape a generations’ view of the world? How do these influences translate into common qualities or characteristics? Christie, Diana and Larry will share the latest generational research as well as their own views and experiences to help answer these questions.
Through discussion and questions, we will explore:
- A preliminary look at the newest generation soon to be entering the workforce – Gen Z (born after 1997)
- A look at the latest and most rigorous research on Gen Y by Dr. Jennifer Deal, senior researcher at the Center for Creative Leadership
- Key factors that have shaped our approaches to work and life
As you leave, you will have some practical tips as well as greater confidence in navigating differences across generational lines.
About the Presenters:
Christie Knittel Mabry, Ed.D., BCC is a past president of TODN (2005 – 2006) and the Research Triangle area chapter of ASTD (2000 – 2001). By day, Christie is the HR Leader for Biogen’s Global Manufacturing operations where she leads leadership, talent, and culture for biopharmaceutical manufacturing in the US and in Europe. A published author in the field of Adult Education, HRD, and Leadership Development, Christie has presented her research at national and international research conferences.
Christie has three degrees from NC State including her BA, MA in OD, and her doctorate in Adult Education / HRD. Christie graduated from One Spirit Interfaith Seminary in NYC in 2015, and is an ordained Interfaith Minister. Christie’s primary research interests include power, mentoring, diversity and inclusion, women in leadership, adaptive leadership, spirituality at work, and generations in the workforce.
For over 30 years, Larry Rosenberg has been facilitating deep change with his individual, team, and organizational clients. Driven to improve performance and career satisfaction, Larry integrates both task and relationship focused methods to maximize ROE (return on energy). His key focus areas include leadership development, change management, and energy management.
Larry holds an MBA from Johns Hopkins University and a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland. In addition, Larry has the following certifications/advanced training: Business Coaching from NC State, Change models - ADKAR (Prosci) and CAP (GE), Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma black belts, Tilt365 positive influencer predictor, MBTI, DiSC.
Dianna Teague-Lanier is passionate about employee engagement and organizational and professional development. For the past 20 years, she has worked as an ODL/HR consultant to lead change and development both domestically and globally in multiple industries including IT, biotech, higher education, and Federal and State Government. Most recently, she worked with Cisco to co-create and manage 2 award winning programs- Cisco Veteran Talent Incubation Program and Cisco Advanced Services Skills Transformation Program. She has dedicated much of her work to focus on incorporating technology to improve efficiencies, communication, and outcomes for organizations and individuals. Currently she enjoys teaching at William Peace University as an adjunct professor for the College of Business. Dianna has a Masters degree in Adult Learning and Education and is a certified instructional designer with specialization in e-learning
