Cracking the Generation Z Code: Recruit, Train, Support, and Inspire!

Date

January 27, 2025
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET

Location

Virtual

Cost

Purchase this single webinar or as part of the Business of Camp Institute Series. 

Member-Full Series   $248
Nonmember-Full Series   $378
Member- Single Webinar   $38
Nonmember-Single Webinar   $58

Gen Z – those born between 1995 and 2011 – are shaping the future of our workforce. With their growing presence among mainline staff and older camper populations, it's clear they bring a unique perspective to the table. Yet, many organizations are still relying on outdated supervision and management strategies, wondering why the results don’t match their expectations. This session dives into what makes Gen Z tick – their distinctive outlook on work, loyalty, communication, and authority. Together, we’ll decode their motivations and discover practical, actionable ways to connect with and inspire them. You’ll leave with fresh strategies to recruit, train, and support this dynamic generation, setting the stage for better engagement and stronger results in your organization.

Donna Johns-Thomas

Donna Johns-Thomas serves as the Director of Learning and Development for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, overseeing the training and growth of staff across nine clubs, camps, and programs in Boston and Chelsea. Previously, she dedicated 13 years as the Director of Education for the American Camp Association, New England, where she championed training and educational initiatives for the camp community. In addition to her organizational roles, Donna runs her own business as a sought-after consultant, trainer, and public speaker. She specializes in human resources, staff development, group dynamics, supervision, leadership, morale, and navigating multi-generational workplace dynamics. When she’s not working, Donna enjoys playing guitar, cherishing time with friends and family, and indulging in the oddly satisfying ritual of filling her Amazon cart with items she’ll never purchase.