The New Generation Gap: Managing the Changing Face of the Workplace

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About the Author

Michelle Dagnino is a social entrepreneur, lawyer, consultant and speaker. She is one of North America’s leading experts on youth engagement and generational change. Michelle’s unique expertise makes her a sought-after public speakers on Gen y engagement, youth leadership, and managing the multi-generational workforce. As a global lecturer on these topics, she has made hundreds of presentations to tens of thousands of audience members in regards to connecting to young people, understanding how to motivate Millennials in the workplace, and how to meaningfully engage youth in society. Michelle's innovative and thought-provoking work has garnered her over a dozen awards including the 2004 YWCA Young Woman of Distinction award. Her high profile work also lead to Maclean's calling her "one of the Top 25 Leaders under 30" in Canada. She has been the frequent subject of various newspaper and magazine articles, including cover stories in magazines across Canada, has been featured in dozens of other media; and has been the subject of two documentaries. The Toronto Star named her "a woman to buoy the soul", and the City of Toronto honoured her with the Person's Day Award in recognition of her leadership and contributions to the community. In November 2006 Michelle was named by The Globe and Mail and the Women's Executive Network as one of Canada's Top 100: Most Powerful Women. Dagnino is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School and holds a Master's degree in Political Science. What can Michelle Dagnino do for my organization? Michelle provides organizations with policies and directives that motivate management and staff to be proactive leaders in their communities and workplaces. Examples of Michelle’s work have been to develop training initiatives, incentive and recognition programs, corporate culture evaluations, mentorship programs and more. With her keen understanding of the millennial generation, Michelle can help your company focus on how to recruit and retain this valuable young resource, ensuring the future success of your company and your employees.