Nonprofit Training - Understanding Perception, Bias and Multigenerational Perspectives in the Workplace
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Community Foundation C3 Center - 1910 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
Free
Session Facilitator: Dr. Carly Sperenza, Global Leadership Consultant, Speaker, ICF-ACC Executive Coach
Dr. Carly Sperenza is an experienced executive leader, global leadership consultant, speaker, ICF accredited coach, award-winning professor, retired military officer and principal owner of Sperenza Leadership Solutions. Leadership and the development of others are her passion and calling. Join Dr. Sperenza in exploring how individual experiences shape perception, intuition and bias when interacting with others.
Participants will examine how these perceptions influence trust, communication and workplace behavior within a multigenerational workforce. Through discussion and a practical case study, participants will learn strategies to recognize assumptions, improve communication and leverage generational diversity.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to:
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Explain how personal experiences shape perception, intuition, and bias
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Recognize how assumptions influence workplace communication and trust
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Identify strategies for improving collaboration in a multigenerational workforce