Topic: Generational Retention Planning

Session Overview:

Understanding the diverse needs of our multigenerational workforce is crucial for retention and creating a thriving work environment. Investing in employees from their onset is essential, as hiring costs are significant. A one-size-fits-all benefits package is outdated; instead, a tailored approach that addresses the unique psychological factors of each generation is necessary. To foster longevity, we must bridge the generational gaps and cultivate a supportive atmosphere. Our workshop will feature four breakout rooms, each dedicated to a different generation—baby boomers, Gen X, Y, and Z. We'll explore their birth periods, workplace needs, values, and desires. Afterward, we'll reconvene to share insights on how to effectively engage, retain, and support these diverse groups within our organizations.

Following this session, participants will be able to:

Presenter: April Handlir, Compliance Specialist at EHD

April Handlir is the Compliance Specialist for EHD's Employee Benefits Department bringing with her over 15 years of industry experience spanning from consulting, payroll, and compliance, to strategic planning. April maintains her Pennsylvania Life and Health License and focuses on regulatory compliance credits within the industry. She has worked for third-party administrators, payroll, and benefits agencies, giving her a multifaceted view of organizational compliance requirements. April’s coursework in psychology and English equips her with skills in effective communication, analytical evaluation, critical thinking, and problem-solving allowing her to interpret regulatory vernacular.

April believes integrity and ethics are the two pillars that support a person's character and reputation guiding us to make honorable decisions, even when no one is watching. Through building trusted long-term partnerships with our clients this reputation is maintained.

This meeting is pending one HRCI/SHRM general certification credit.