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Is Your Workplace Future Ready?

August 12, 2025

As the next generation of accountants and finance professionals enters the workforce, one priority stands at the forefront: building a workplace that not only attracts younger talent but also keeps them engaged and inspired for the long haul. Alex Romero of Galasso Learning Solutions discusses do and don'ts for both employers and young staff.

Topics discussed:

  • Understanding what younger talent values
  • Creating a culture of belonging
  • Key elements of emotional intelligence that foster retention and engagement
  • The importance of emotional intelligence for young professionals
  • Other important skills for young professionals
  • Tactics to build an employee experience that retains and energizes

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Alexandria A. Romero

Alexandria A. Romero

Alexandria (Alex) Romero, CPA, CIA, is a nationally recognized expert in government finance and leadership training, and was a a former CFO and finance director.

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Don  Meyer

Don Meyer

Don Meyer, CAE, is the chief growth officer of the New Jersey Society of CPAs, where he is responsible for setting the vision, strategy and direction for the organization’s marketing, communications and membership campaigns and for driving the success of a deep and broad swath of organizational initiatives.

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