How can associations best manage their young talent?
- November 29, 2012 |
- tarallo
It's a common current dynamic at many associations: Members of the executive leadership team are baby boomers, age 50 and older, while staff is dominated by "millennials"—those under the age of 30. The generation gap between the two groups is so wide, it can seem like a chasm at times, HR experts say. But it is a gap that must be bridged, as properly managing and cultivating young talent is crucial for nearly every association's survival. "Associations will be either be forced to change and … adapt, or they're going to age out," said Sarah Sladek, CEO of XYZ University, a consulting firm that helps organizations overcome generation gaps and design succession plans. But… Read More