MooreCo’s been an expert in providing environments for students to thrive for over 35 years. With a focus on the developmental needs of humans, MooreCo’s products were designed to evolve with each user, from kindergarten to the workplace.
This year, we’re turning our attention to the needs of higher education students and asking: What does Gen Z need to thrive? We've put together a panel of experts to help answer that question.
Session 1
Who is Gen Z?
How to Communicate with, Reach, and Support Young Adults in Learning Environments
Speaker: Mark Beal, Generation Z Marketing Expert
Communications Professor and Author Mark Beal shares his research on Generation Z and what they require in their learning and working spaces.
Session 2
What College Students Need to Thrive:
Meeting Physical and Sensory Needs in Every Space
Speakers: Dr. Lisa Harris, OT and Dr. Amy Rohsner, PT, Co-owners, Healthworks Ergonomics
A physical therapist and occupational therapist discuss the physical needs of young adults in collegiate environments and what sensory tools, ergonomic furnishings, and spaces they need to thrive.
Session 3
Campus of Tomorrow Tour:
Creating a Space for Students to Thrive
Speakers: Sylvia Kowalk and Robin Randall, Legat Architects
Frequent MooreCo collaborators and educational designers from Legat Architects discuss the value of creating emotionally-intelligent and ergonomically-sound college environments for Generation Z.
Session 4
Creating Authentic Spaces with MooreCo:
Tools to Act, Move, and Thrive in Higher Learning
Speakers: Paola Moore, Greg Moore, and Ryan Haase, MooreCo, Inc.
The MooreCo team discuss how the developmental aspects of human health apply to design in collegiate environments and debut MooreCo’s newest line of products.
About Our Speakers:
Mark Beal Mark Beal is an author, marketing professional, and speaker who has also served as an adjunct professor in the School of Communication at Rutgers University since 2013. He has designed and taught 300 and 400 level courses including Media, Marketing and Communication; Leadership in Groups & Organizations; Principles of Public Relations; and Message Design for Public Relations. His books include 101 Lessons They Never Taught You In College, 101 Lessons They Never Taught You In High School About Going To College, Decoding Gen Z, and 101 Lessons Generation Z Will Teach Corporate America, Marketers and Media.
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Dr. Lisa Harris, OT Dr. Harris co-owns Healthworks Ergonomics. She believes a professionally developed ergonomics program promotes employee well-being, maximizes efficiency and saves money by preventing injuries and keeping people well and at work. She can also help your company stay compliant with OSHA, ADA and worker’s compensation. |
Dr. Amy Rohsner, PT Dr. Rohsner co-owns Healthworks Ergonomics. She believes a professionally developed ergonomics program promotes employee well-being, maximizes efficiency and saves money by preventing injuries and keeping people well and at work. She can also help your company stay compliant with OSHA, ADA and worker’s compensation. |
Robin Randall Robin Randall leads clients in a customized design process that transforms their mission and purpose into meaningful, budget-conscious, forward-thinking learning environments. She builds exceptional collaborative teams around projects including master plans, facilities assessments, renovations, and new educational facilities. |
Sylvia Kowalk Since joining Legat Architects in 2011, Sylvia Kowalk has directed the firm's interior design program. Her portfolio ranges from PreK–12 and tiger education facilities to performing art centers, community health centers, and corporate environments. Sylvia regularly speaks about interior design trends and challenges at regional and national conferences. |
Greg Moore As the CEO of MooreCo and family of brands, Greg Moore has spent the past three decades committed to improving the way students learn and people work. Greg has served as Chairman of the Board for EdSpaces as well as the board of BIFMA. MooreCo's success story has lasted decades, in large part due to Greg's passion for design and furniture manufacturing solutions. |
Polly Moore During her tenure at MooreCo, Polly Moore has influenced the design process, following industry trends and using her experience and love of fashion to improve each brand. Her goal is to create products with purpose that resonate with customers across all markets. Her driving philosophy puts human intellectual and emotional development at the core of every design. |
Ryan Haase As Director of Product Development for MooreCo, Ryan Haase has used his skills as an innovation leader and design engineer to create environments that feature balanced aesthetics and a focus on functionality and sustainability. Originally from Michigan, Ryan holds a BS in Product Design Engineering Technology from Ferris State University, and an MBA from Michigan State. |
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