Transcription of generations forum discussion
1 generations forum /Panel discussion How generations in the Workplace Affect Your Organization A generations forum took place on 11/13/07, bringing together a panel of researchers from the top 4 Systems Furniture Manufacturers in the Industry. The researchers brought knowledge and sharing to the table exploring answers to questions such as: 1. What are the top 3 issues that have had an effect on the workplace because of the 4 generations currently in the workforce? 2. How do the differences in generational work styles impact the future workspace? 3. Why should Corporate America be thinking about this issue as it impacts their business? 4. What do you see as challenges to hiring employees in the future for Corporate America? 5. How does a company use the facility to become a retention strategy for employees? 6. Does LEED have an impact on the future of a company with respect to generational requirements?
2 The panelists included: Chris Dalambakis, Brand EXPerience Manager, Steelcase Sandy Crocker, Diversity Specialist and Workgroup Consultant, Haworth Bettye Russell, Workplace Strategist, Herman Miller Tracy Wymer, Sr. Director Research and Strategy, Knoll Facilitator: Colleen McCafferty, Workplace Specialist, Hixson
