CGK President Jason Dorsey recently delivered the keynote at the International Dairy Foods Association’s (IDFA) international event, where dairy industry leaders from around the world gathered to talk about the future of their sector. The focus: generational and workforce trends reshaping manufacturing and operations teams.
A room built for the future of the industry
The event brought together a strong leadership community. IDFA CEO Michael Dykes shared his perspective on where the industry is heading, and a Q&A with Tom Wojno sparked meaningful discussion around leadership, strategy, and what’s ahead for the sector.
What the keynote covered
Jason presented CGK’s generational research built specifically for manufacturing and operations workforces. The session focused on three areas:
- Hidden generational shifts affecting recruiting, retention, and talent development
- What drives cross-generational performance, trust, and communication
- Succession planning during a critical period for the industry
The format stayed interactive throughout, and leaders connected the research directly to their own organizations in real time.
A full-circle moment
There was a personal thread to the day. Jason grew up in a Texas community tied to dairy farming, so sharing generational research with the leaders now shaping the industry carried real meaning.
A big thank-you to IDFA, Michael Dykes, Tom Wojno, and everyone who took part. Watching an industry invest this seriously in multigenerational leadership and talent is exactly the kind of momentum that builds the future of work.
The strongest industries aren’t the ones that wait for the next generation to arrive. They’re the ones already planning for who’s next.
Q: What did Jason Dorsey speak about at the IDFA international event?
A: CGK President Jason Dorsey presented CGK’s generational research for manufacturing and operations workforces, covering hidden generational shifts in recruiting and retention, cross-generational performance and trust, and succession planning during a critical period for the industry.
Q: Who is IDFA?
A: IDFA is the International Dairy Foods Association, which convened industry leaders from around the world at this event. IDFA CEO Michael Dykes shared insights on the industry’s direction during the gathering.
