At 29, Donna Korren was Advertising Manager for Vogue Magazine when the publication was at the height of its influence in the 1990’s. Now in her 50’s, Donna is encouraging her peers to stand out in the workplace as energetic, technically competent colleagues. Her vision is for an intergenerational workplace in which wisdom is shared both up and down the age range.

Donna’s Tedx talk, The Newest Workforce Disruptors are Over 50! illuminates the increasing number of professionals launching new businesses and creating second careers after 50.  

Topics include:

• Qualities of the 50+ entrepreneur that lead to a high success rate 
• The overlooked advantages of 50+ workers
• The value of intergenerational office culture, from mentoring to fresh ideas
• The absolute imperative to master digital technology
• How advertising to the 50+ consumer is missing the boat
• Tips for moving with intention towards your goals

Donna Korren is also the founder and President of Change, a women owned payment processing company. Her digital platform, Empty Quester™, includes a video series and articles of interest for empty nesters on a quest for a new bold chapter. She is a graduate of Cornell University. 

Resources:

Change:  Payment Processing Done Differently

Tedx Talk with Donna Korren: The Newest Workforce Disruptors are Over 50!

Empty Quester

Washington Post:  Five things you should do right now  if you're taking a break from work to raise children by Donna Korren