Sophie Renton is a social researcher and generational expert who is passionate about using evidence-based insights to inform strategy and help organisations to thrive amidst complexity. As the Managing Director at the internationally recognised McCrindle, she leads the McCrindle team in search of insights that lead to better outcomes for organisations, communities, and individuals.
As the author of numerous research publications, she keeps her finger on the pulse of the trends shaping our lives. From the factors disrupting the future of education, leading thriving intergenerational teams and developing leaders, Sophie believes having a clear understanding of the context in which leaders are operating today is essential for mapping the path forward.
After almost a decade in the education sector and her experience as a non-executive director, Sophie understands the need to equip directors with insights to govern well. As a sought after consultant, media commentator, and facilitator, Sophie’s passion for leadership, building healthy intergenerational teams and the next generation enables her to bring robust, research-based content to her engaging presentations and consulting.
Talking Points
The Future of Work and Careers
How educators and employers can equip the next generation to thrive in changing times.
The Future of Work and Careers
The Top Trend Every Board Needs to Know
Understanding the external environment to position your organisation for success.
The Top Trend Every Board Needs to Know
Leading Teams in Changing Times
Creating an engaging culture for multigenerational workplaces
Leading Teams in Changing Times
Understanding and Engaging with Generation Z
Inspiring staff, volunteers & teams towards engagment
Understanding and Engaging with Generation Z
Changing Times, Emerging Trends; The Top 5 Trends Transforming Organisations
A snapshot of the most influential demographic, social and global trends
Changing Times, Emerging Trends; The Top 5 Trends Transforming Organisations
The Future Consumer
Understanding the trends at play shaping consumer behaviour
The Future Consumer
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Sophie was able to understand the precise intel that we needed to extract and why. The findings were set out in a helpful and rational sequence. ... keep reading Anglicare
Spohie was a great addition to the conference. She was able to span the NZ and Australian contexts well. She is a very good speaker and was well able to engage the audience.
Sophie was a very engaging and authentic presenter, she took the time to understand our audience and tailored her content to give them the insights they needed. She brought the energy and humour and told a compelling story through her insights. Thank you!
Sophie facilitated a fantastic presentation, one of the most engaging I have participated in of late. The information presented was excellent and highly relevant. It was lively, engaging and informative.
Sophie’s presentation on Leading Thriving Intergenerational Teams resonated very well with our audience, as this is a topic that involves each and everyone of us.
The presentation was clear in delivery and met the requirement of the topic. Sophie held the audience with her engaging skills and delivered to the audience a clear path… Thank you, Sophie, you shared such knowledge with our delegates.
Sophie is an impressive young lady. Great role model! Insightful and can engage an audience.
Sophie was fantastic. Our staff haven’t stopped talking about the presentation. It has been a conversation starter for our week of professional development.
