SouthCoast Young Professionals Network to Host Off the Clock – Generational Differences in the Workplace

The SouthCoast Young Professionals Network (SCYPN) will host the next edition of their “Off the Clock” event series on Monday, October 17th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Hampton Inn Fairhaven, located at One Hampton Way. “Off the Clock” is not your typical networking event. “Off the Clock” blends educational opportunities with peer to peer networking among young professionals in the SouthCoast.

David Platt, Partner-in-charge, New England Market Territory of Grant Thorton will be discussing the different generations and the impact of generational differences in the workplace.

David Platt is the New England market territory’s partner-in-charge and is an Audit Services partner. He was previously the managing partner of CCR LLP in New England. Prior to CCR, he worked for Ernst & Young for many years in New York City and Providence, R.I. With more than 20 years of experience, Platt’s specialties include strategic planning, corporate board governance, corporate profitability enhancements, M&A services, divestitures, bankruptcy and litigation support services, including expert witness testimony. He has extensive experience as an audit partner serving a multitude of industries, including manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, commercial, and not-for-profit entities.

Space is limited so please register prior to the event at www.newbedfordchamber.com or by calling 508-999-5231. The cost is $5 to attend and includes complimentary appetizers and beverages.

The New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit business association based in the City of New Bedford, MA. Chartered in 1885, the Chamber serves nearly 1,000 member businesses of all sizes from virtually all industries in the ten communities of New Bedford, Acushnet, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Freetown, Mattapoisett, Marion, Rochester, Wareham, and Westport. The Chamber supports and promotes the local business community through leadership in public advocacy, education, networking, information, and community development.