Simpson University Hosts Sold-Out Luncheon, Generation iY Discussed

Simpson University hosted a sold-out crowd of community, business and civic leaders during its 13th annual Business Leadership Luncheon on Aug. 12.

Dr. Tim Elmore, best-selling author, speaker and president of Growing Leaders, spoke about the tech-savvy generation born between 1984 and 2002—a group he calls “Generation iY,” in reference to its members’ connection to the iPhone, iPad, iTunes, etc. Continue reading →

Aug 20, 2014 /prREACH/ -- For Immediate Release

Aug. 20, 2014

REDDING, Calif.—Simpson University hosted a sold-out crowd of community, business and civic leaders during its 13th annual Business Leadership Luncheon on Aug. 12.

The luncheon had more than 500 registrants – the largest in its history.

Dr. Tim Elmore, best-selling author, speaker and president of Growing Leaders, spoke about “Generation iY,” so-called due to its members’ connection with the iPhone, iPad, iTunes, etc.

Generation iY comprises those born in the ‘90s and is a subset of Generation Y—those born between 1984 and 2002. Also called Millennials, Mosaics, and the Internet Generation, among other descriptors, Generation Y is the largest generation in American history at 80 million, Elmore said.

Simpson University invites a motivational speaker each year to address hundreds of attendees from throughout far Northern California representing city, county, state, nonprofit, educational and business organizations. Past speakers included Pat Williams, senior vice president of the NBA’s Orlando Magic.

In his speech, “From Backpack to Briefcase: Turning Potential Into Performance in Generation iY,” Elmore noted that this is the first generation that does not need adults to get information (though adults are needed for interpretation and context, he emphasized); that can broadcast thoughts and emotions in real time; that enjoys 24/7 external stimuli at their fingertips; and that will learn more from a portable device than in a classroom.

He sees them approaching life cafeteria-style, customizing their choices. Confident, socially connected, and comfortable with technology, these young people tend to be optimistic about the future, family oriented, experiential and looking for leaders they can emulate.

Elmore encouraged the multi-generational crowd to creative incentives for “iY” employees, letting them share ideas, telling them the truth, and launching mutual mentoring initiatives.

Elmore and his team provide public schools, universities, civic organizations and corporations with resources to foster the growth of young leaders. His books include 12 Huge Mistakes Parents Can Avoid: Leading Your Kids to Succeed in Life, and Generation iY: Our Last Chance to Save Their Future. Learn more at growingleaders.com.

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Simpson University, established in 1921, is celebrating its 25th year in Redding, Calif. In fall 2014, the university will dedicate a new Science & Nursing Building. Simpson is a Christian university offering undergraduate, graduate, and teaching credential programs. Academic programs include ASPIRE, a degree-completion program geared toward working adults. Simpson is expanding its online course offerings, including degrees in psychology and organizational leadership. For information about the university, or to arrange a campus visit, call 1-888-9-SIMPSON or visit simpsonu.edu.