Neil Howe Keynote Speaker

Renowned Authority on Generations
Author of "The Fourth Turning is Here"
Coined Term "Millennial Generation"

Neil Howe's Biography

Neil Howe covers the big picture from generations and demographics to the economy and culture. Known for coining the term “Millennials”, Howe is the president of Saeculum Research, which helps managers and investors anticipate changes in markets, consumer preferences, and the public mood. His work debunks many clichés concerning today’s various age cohorts, particularly the Millennial Generation.

For several decades, Howe has explored who generations are, what drives them, and how they are shaping the world. He is the author of 12 books, many of which with William Strauss, including The Fourth Turning, Millennials Rising, and most recently, Millennials in the Workplace. The research duo formulated the “Strauss-Howe generational theory” which identifies a fourfold cycle of generational types and recurring mood eras in American history. Howe and Strauss support their theory through careful documentation of the different generations in America going back to 1584. The theory has offered many insights on how the varying age cohorts of today will effect change concerning economic and social trends.

Howe has served hundreds of clients—from Nike and Fidelity to Disney and the U.S. Marine Corps—helping organizations bridge generational disconnects and misunderstandings. He currently serves as the president of LifeCourse Associates, a senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies’ Global Aging Initiative, and a senior advisor to the Concord Coalition.

Millennials & College

Meet the rising Millennial generation of students—and their hands-on parents. Understanding Millennials is key to navigating the seismic shifts occurring in America’s colleges, from changing notions of campus security to the increased focus on career placement to “helicopter” moms and dads.

In this keynote, Neil Howe offers a big-picture perspective on the most pressing new trends and practical recommendations for anyone involved in college life.

Millennials & K-12 Education

Generational changes are dramatically reshaping the landscape of K-12 education—from hyper-involved parents to new concerns over school security to a rising focus on teamwork and standards in the classroom.

In this keynote, Neil Howe offers a roadmap to help educators best serve today’s Millennial generation of students, align priorities with Gen X parents, and navigate a multigenerational education workforce.

Generational Marketing

Many companies have recognized the need to look beyond traditional demographic categories and understand the effect generational change has on the marketing industry.

Neil Howe traces the life stories and characteristics of today’s generations of consumers to help you understand what product styles and marketing messages work best for each.

Generations in the Workplace

In today’s typical business, Boomers and Gen Xers often struggle to understand each other—and neither generation is quite sure what to do about the rising Millennials just entering the workforce.

Neil Howe explains how each generation approaches work and life differently, and what drives their expectations, motivations, and communication styles.

Discover what the best companies are doing to unleash the potential of every generation and foster productive, collaborative relationships across the workplace.