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Registration link: https://www.a2atd.org/event-6058858/Registration
This unique event is co-hosted by ATD Ann Arbor and ATD Detroit.
We are excited to bring you this special conference, made possible in part by the support of TorranceLearning, whose dedication to advancing learning technologies and professional development strengthens our community.
Join us for a 1-day hybrid conference featuring five talented Michigan-based speakers who will be presenting at the ATD International Conference & EXPO 2025. Whether you stay for the full day or drop in as your schedule allows, this event is designed to give you valuable insights and inspiration.
This year, members of A2ATD, Detroit ATD, and West Michigan ATD can participate in an in-person gathering at BrightWorks @ Forest Cove co-working space, sponsored by TorranceLearning.
Enjoy coffee, tea, water, and light refreshments while networking with fellow Michigan ATD members.
Agenda:
8:30 AM - Welcome & Introductions
9:00 AM - Laurel Schulert
10:00 AM - Betty Dannewitz
11:00 AM - Megan Torrance
12:00 PM - Lunch Break
1:00 PM - Matt Pierce
2:00 PM - Ester Jackson
3:00 PM - Closing
Session descriptions below!
Location: Online & Ann Arbor — Limited In-Person Seats!
The in-person portion of this hybrid event will take place in Ann Arbor, MI at the BrightWorks @ Forest Cove co-working space. Click here to get directions.
BrightWorks Coworking | 3027 Miller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Registration:
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Virtual *Early-bird Michigan ATD member = $25
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In-person *Early-bird Michigan ATD chapter member = $25
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Virtual Michigan ATD chapter member = $35
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In-person Michigan ATD chapter member = $35
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Virtual non-member = $45
*Early-bird rate ends April 9, 2025
Registrations are not considered definite or confirmed until payment has been submitted.
Cancellations & Refunds:
Cancellations will be accepted until 24 hours prior to the event and a refund request should be sent to finance@a2atd.org. Refunds will be issued and returned directly using the same form of payment.
Refunds within 24 hours of the event will not be issued, but we will gladly accept a substitution should you wish to send someone in your place or request that the registration be moved to a future virtual event of the same cost.
Session Descriptions:
9:00 AM — Laurel Schulert
A-List Team, Assemble!
Equip yourself and your L&D team to soar by identifying your leadership metrics for success. Position yourself as the ideal candidate for your dream leadership job, then make a personalized action plan for the role. Explore how to recruit, select, and retain top L&D talent, and define your team's mission, vision, and value proposition to your stakeholders.
10:00 AM — Betty Dannewitz
Imposter Syndrome Steals Talent—Spot It and Stop It!
Imposter Syndrome is a thing! When you have imposter syndrome, you feel inadequate, like a fraud, undeserving of your position or success - despite evidence that you are fully qualified and deserving. In this workshop, you will learn to spot your own internal imposter monster and gain resources and techniques to help you stop it effectively.
11:00 AM — Megan Torrance
Level Up Your Learning Data Analytics with GenAI & xAPI
GenAI tools make learning data analytics accessible to nearly all of us. Let's make sure you have the data literacy, AI literacy, and ethical frameworks in order to engage with these powerful tools for maximum impact. You'll get to explore qualitative & quantitative analysis using GenAI tools you probably already have access to, as well as the W.I.S.E. A.T. A.I. framework for applying effective & ethical practices in your AI use.
1:00 PM — Matt Pierce
What Your Audience Wants: A Look at Video View Preferences
Video can enhance many other learning modalities and stand alone - but making sure it is effective can be a challenge. Taking a look at recent research about viewer preferences, together we'll dig into best practices, ideas for improving your videos' effectiveness, and create opportunities for you to level-up your use of videos for learning.
2:00 PM — Esther Jackson
Your Winning Employee Resource Group (ERG) Playbook for Culture Transformation!
You've seen and heard the rest and now you want to launch the best ERG for high engagement but you're not sure where to start. This session has you covered from start to finish with resources from the ERG playbook with the 4Ps (People, Processes, Partnerships, and Performance) focus. Be a part of this learning experience to gain insights on how your ERG can take the L-E-A-D to achieve true impact.
