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Bridging Generations: Marketing to Gen Alpha's Diverse World

In this episode, Katie Harbath sits down with Michelle O’Grady of Team Friday to unpack how culture, identity, and technology are transforming the way brands and civic leaders connect with younger generations. They explore the rise of mixed-race identities, the fluid ways Gen Z and Gen Alpha see themselves, and what this means for marketers who want to stay relevant. Michelle shares how her work at the intersection of academia and brand strategy helps companies understand shifting consumer behavior—and why long-term thinking matters more than ever. The conversation also reflects on how politics and pop culture are colliding, and what authenticity really looks like when engaging the next generation. Takeaways Understanding generational change is essential for modern marketing Mixed-race identities are rapidly reshaping the demographic landscape Brands must break out of siloed thinking to stay relevant Gen Alpha’s worldview will drive the next wave of consumer expectations Civic engagement is shifting alongside cultural and identity trends Younger audiences expect authenticity from political and cultural leaders Cultural fluidity demands nuanced, adaptive marketing strategies Long-term, relationship-driven approaches outperform quick fixes Effective engagement starts with meeting people where they already are Complex, multifaceted identities require more sophisticated brand storytelling