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• Learning Leaders SIG

  • When
    Tuesday, April 04, 2023
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Access will be in registration email

  Register

  

  The ATD-Cascadia Learning Leaders Special Interest Group (SIG) is an informal discussion group where Talent Development leaders can talk about their challenges, successes, and what they are learning along the way. Our desire is to build a community of learning leaders who share best practices and feel supported in their work.

  Please join us during the first Tuesday of every month at Noon for an hour of sharing insights and support with your colleagues.

  By attending the Learning Leaders SIG, you will have an opportunity to:

  • Connect with other learning leaders to share current issues

  • Gain actionable insights on delivering a talent development strategy

  • Receive valuable advice and support from your peers

  
  

  Intended Audience
  

  Talent Development Leaders (managers and above) who are members or future members of ATD-Cascadia.

  By talent development, we are specifically looking for those who:

  • Manage a staff of trainers, instructional designers, learning designers

  • Lead the learning and development function for an organization

  • Serve as external consultants who advise on talent development strategy

  • Have positions such as: Manager/Director of L&D/Training, Chief Learning Officer, Head of Talent Development, or HR leaders responsible for Talent Development

  If you are not in a formal L&D leadership position, but want “a peak behind the curtain,” feel free to reach out to Dan Vetter or Dan Bilderback to learn more about this group and see if it is something that appeals to you.

  
  

  Dan Bilderback, CPTD

  Dan has been working in the field of Talent Development since 2006 and is currently the Director of Talent Development at SELCO Community Credit Union, based in Springfield, OR. A longtime member of ATD, Dan earned his CPTD designation in 2011 and was one of the co-founders of the ATD-Cascadia Lane County Geographical Interest Group (GIG). Dan is passionate about partnering with others to create learning solutions that are effective, timely, and fun!

  In his spare time, Dan is a part time professional musician who loves traveling, wine tasting, and playing music with his wife, Corrina. Their border collie, Milo, keeps them active and happy!

  
  

  Dan Vetter, CPTD

  Dan has been improving human performance for 35 years. For 12 years he worked inside a Fortune 500 company developing and facilitating workshops for thousands of participants. Since 1994 he has worked his training magic with over 100 clients. Dan was the 2004 President of American Society for Training and Development – Cascadia Chapter. He is actively involved in Oregon Organizational Development Network and is leading their pro-bono Community Consulting Program. Additionally, he serves as an adjunct faculty member for Portland State University helping mentor and develop the trainers of tomorrow. In 2009 he was one of the earliest NW training professionals to earn the prestigious “Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)” designation from the Association for Talent Development (ATD).

  Dan lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Carmen who is a glass artist. He loves sailing, hiking, cycling, and trips to the Oregon Coast.

  
  

  

  
  

  Career & Leadership Development, Coaching, Collaboration & Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Talent Strategy & Management, Future Readiness

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• Fundamentals of Training - 4 mornings in April

  • Start
    Tuesday, April 11, 2023
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    Friday, April 14, 2023
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom - Access will be provided prior to programs

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  Ready to upskill your learning and development competencies? Looking for a way to add value to your organization? The ATD-Cascadia Fundamentals of Training course is a perfect fit for your needs! Fundamentals of Training provides you with an interactive learning experience addressing the core elements of the ADDIE Instructional Design Model. Facilitated by local industry experts, this course blends the foundational tenets of instructional design with current best practices for training delivery and facilitation.
  

  This course is perfect for:

  • New and aspiring instructional designers and trainers

  • Professionals who are looking to expand their skill set

  • Professionals who train others as a part of their job description

  Session Descriptions

  1a. Needs Assessment - 8:30am - 10:00am, Tuesday, April 11th

  • Differentiating Needs That Have Training Solutions (from those that don't)
  • Planning and Advocating for Needs Assessment

  1b. Learner Analysis - 10:15am - 12:00pm Tuesday, April 11th

  • Learner Analysis Principles and Processes
  • Integrating Learner Analysis into Design and Development

  2a. Course Design Part 1 (Course Development Process and Task Analysis) - 8:30 - 10 am Wednesday, April 12th

  • Course Development Process
  • Task Analysis

  2b. Course Design Part 2 (Learning Objectives) - 10:30 - 12 pm Wednesday, April 12th

  • Learning Objectives

  3. Training Methodologies & Strategies - 8:30am - 12:00pm, Thursday, April 13

  • Training Methods
  • Dale’s Cone of Experience
  • Connecting Training Methodology to Learning Objectives

  4a. Virtual Facilitation Skills - 8:30am - 10:15 am, Friday, April 14

  • Guidelines for Effective Facilitation
  • Practice with Virtual Tools

  4b. Presentation Skills - 10:30am - 12:00pm, Friday, April 14

  • Seven step process to prepare a presentation
  • Practice with presenting

  Our Instructors - Click HERE for the biographies of our instructors.

  
  

  Program Details
  

  • Sessions are held virtually over Zoom. Links to the Zoom meeting are sent prior to each session.
  • Because our sessions use all of the interactivity tools available from Zoom, joining the training from a desktop or laptop computer is strongly recommended.
  • Enrollment is limited to 30 participants.

  Universal Access

  ATD Cascadia is committed to providing universal access to all of our participants and will make reasonable efforts to accommodate requests. Please contact Linda at 503-579-1552 or adminassistant@tdcascadia.org to request accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

  
  

  Additional Information

  • Early bird registration ends March 31, 2023

  • Online registration is available until April 9. 2023

  • Discounted registration is available for our partner organizations (ICF, NSA, ODN, SHRM only).

  • Contact the ATD office at 503-579-1552 or Adminassistant@tdcascadia.org for assistance with any of the following: 

  • • Multiple registrations

    • Scholarship assistance 

    • Refunds (available only until April 1)

    • Substitutions (allowed at any time; price adjustment for nonmembers)

    • Partial registration (We highly recommend taking all four sessions; however, if you are looking for a refresher, need to make up a session or can only attend one, partial registration may be allowed).

  Recertification Credits

  CPTD (estimated 12 hours)
  CPTDs earn one recertification point/credit for each physical hour of continuing education within one’s current role/job or involving a new experience or content. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any paperwork required by National ATD. Visit the CPTD Website for complete information.

  
  

  HRCI and SHRM
  This program may be eligible for self-certification for HRCI and SHRM recertifications credits. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any paperwork required by either HRCI and SHRM. Visit either site at HRCI website or SHRM website for more information.

  ATD Capability Model

  The ATD Capability Model outlines what practitioners need to know and do to development themselves, others, and their organizations. Participants in the Fundamentals of Training course complete a free self-assessment and learn how to build a custom learning plan for ongoing professional professional development. For more information about the ATD Capability Model, please visit this website. 

  This course develops Professional Capability in the following areas:

  • Learning Sciences

  • Instructional Design

  • Training Delivery and Facilitation

  
  

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• Communities in Practice (CIP): Assess Your Learners

  • Start
    Wednesday, April 12, 2023
  •  
  • End
    Wednesday, May 10, 2023
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom Access will be provided
  • Spaces left
    39

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  Are you using the full power of assessments in your training efforts? No matter how perfect your training may be, without a solid assessment strategy you’ll never know if you’re making a difference. And your learners could be missing much needed corrections during training. Clearly we must be as good at developing assessments as we are at developing instruction.

  To harness the power of assessments, join our latest three-part Community in Practice series: “Assess Your Learners.” This program will benefit instructional designers, live instructors, and coaches – in short, any learning professional.

  You will embark on a “quest” in three stages:

  • Learn best practices, including how to:

  • • choose the right type of assessment 

    • align questions to learning objectives

    • craft valuable feedback for learners

  • Practice with examples, including how to:

  • • use formative assessment while teaching

    • write clear and fair quiz questions

    • design for accessibility and avoid bias 

  • Grow your skills:

  • • use an assessment planning tool 

    • collaborate on a small assessment design challenge

    • leverage many take-away resources

  Your registration gets you into all three sessions from 5 to 6:30pm.

  Your registration gets you into all three sessions, but if you miss a session, our facilitators can get you caught up. Don’t miss this unique chance to boost a vital learning & development capability!

  
  

  Target Audience: 

  • All L & D Professionals

  
  

  Please register for all three dates in this series: 
  

  • Learn: April 12, 2023 5 to 6:30 PM (PDT)
  • Practice: April 26, 2023 5 to 6:30 PM (PDT)
  • Grow: May 10, 2023 5 to 6:30 PM (PDT)

  
  

  
  

  Sylvie Dale, APTD, is a Talent Development Manager for Advance Local, the parent company of OregonLive.com. She's been a trainer for 9 years.

  Steven Brooks is a Senior Instructional Designer at Public Partnerships, specializing in eLearning.
  

  Monique Babin is a Learning Experience Designer at Ellucian where she designs training solutions that improve workforce performance and customer success.
  

  
  And many thanks to Dr. Suzanne Dunn for providing a big portion of our research and references
  

  
  

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• ATD Cascadia's Learning over Lunch

  • When
    Thursday, April 20, 2023
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom - registration will be provided upon registration

  Register

  
  

  Are you looking for a friendly and collaborative opportunity for knowledge sharing? Join other Talent Development professionals for our Free  ATD-Cascadia’s Learning over Lunch series. 
  

  This virtual discussion group is offered every third Thursday of the month from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. We will explore current trends and topics through small group discussions based on a shared resource, article, video, or podcast selected by a chapter member. We invite you to bring your ideas, experience, or questions to what we hope will be engaging sessions! 

  
  

  Pre work for this session:

  Please come prepared to be on video (if possible) and participate in small group discussions based on based on Ashton Applewhite’s Ted Talk, Let’s end ageism (11 minutes, 28 seconds)

  
  

  Details:

  • This month’s discussion topic is including age in our DEI efforts

  • Zoom Access information will be sent via email prior to the program
    

  
  

  

  
  

  Cultural Awareness & Inclusion

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• Board of Directors Meeting - April 2023

  • When
    Tuesday, April 25, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom - Zoom access will be provided in your confirmation email

  Register

  
  

  
  

  The board meeting is open to any interested person.

  To see previous agendas, minutes and handouts, click here.

  Please indicate your interest in attending by registering in advance.

  Please note that the meeting location may either be in a secure building where you will need to receive instructions prior to the meeting to gain access.  Or, this will be a Zoom session and access will need to be given.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Beyond Bullet Points - Virtual Slide Design & PowerPoint Hacks (In Person)

  • When
    Friday, April 28, 2023
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Portland English Language Academy Inside the Lloyd Center – 3rd Floor Offices 2007 Lloyd Center, Portland, OR 97232
  • Spaces left
    20

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  Learn how to design high-impact slides using a little bit of brain science, some under-used PowerPoint tools, and a handful of graphic design techniques.

  During this workshop, we’ll explore intermediate approaches to slide design that produce clean presentations that engage your audience. We will cover:

  • Non-traditional slide designs
  • Multimedia principles anchored in brain science
  • Image editing
  • Visual storytelling
  • Resources for images and icons

  During this workshop, please be prepared to:

  • Bring your laptop
  • A boring or otherwise challenging slide that you would like to transform

  Intended audience:

  • Anyone interested in creating clear, high-impact presentation slides
  • Anyone who wants hands-on coaching to develop their slide design skills

  
  

  Limited to 20 Participants.

  CPTD Recertification Credit

  CPTDs earn one recertification point/credit for each physical hour of continuing education within one’s current role/job or involving a new experience or content. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any required paperwork.

  Visit the CPTD webpage for complete information.

  The Chapter estimates 2 recertification hours for this workshop.  The Capability categories are Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, Communication.

  HRCI and SHRM Recertification Credit

  This program may be eligible for self-certification for HRCI and SHRM recertification credits. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any required paperwork.

  Visit the HRCI recertification webpage or the SHRM recertification webpage for more information.

  
  

  D.J. Netz is Leadership Curriculum Manager, Enterprise Operations, for Lockheed Martin Corporation. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading the portfolio of learning programs for all levels of leadership throughout the enterprise.

  Previously, Mr. Netz was a senior learning consultant for GP Strategies, a global performance improvement provider. In that role, he advised enterprise level organizations on digital learning transformation, crafting solutions that balance technology and scalability. Throughout his career, D.J. has led several initiatives for leadership strategy, financial acumen, data science, and business development training.

  Mr. Netz graduated from Portland State University with a Master’s degree in Adult Education. He earned his undergraduate degree in Management of Human Resources from George Fox University. He achieved Scrum Master certification in 2019.

  D.J. is a three-time Brandon Hall award winner. He serves on the board of the ATD-Cascadia Chapter, a role he has held for ten years. In his free time, D.J. enjoys domestic travel and organic farming.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Beyond Bullet Points - Virtual Slide Design & PowerPoint Hacks (Virtual)

  • When
    Monday, May 01, 2023
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - this session is virtual
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

  

  Learn how to design high-impact slides using a little bit of brain science, some under-used PowerPoint tools, and a handful of graphic design techniques.

  During this workshop, we’ll explore intermediate approaches to slide design that produce clean presentations that engage your audience. We will cover:

  • Non-traditional slide designs
  • Multimedia principles anchored in brain science
  • Image editing
  • Visual storytelling
  • Resources for images and icons

  During this workshop, please be prepared to:

  • Share your screen - we will work through the techniques together
  • A boring or otherwise challenging slide that you would like to transform

  Intended audience:

  • Anyone interested in creating clear, high-impact presentation slides
  • Anyone who wants hands-on coaching to develop their slide design skills

  
  

  Limited to 20 Participants.

  CPTD Recertification Credit

  CPTDs earn one recertification point/credit for each physical hour of continuing education within one’s current role/job or involving a new experience or content. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any required paperwork.

  Visit the CPTD webpage for complete information.

  The Chapter estimates 2 recertification hours for this workshop.  The Capability categories are Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, Communication.

  HRCI and SHRM Recertification Credit

  This program may be eligible for self-certification for HRCI and SHRM recertification credits. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any required paperwork.

  Visit the HRCI recertification webpage or the SHRM recertification webpage for more information.

  
  

  D.J. Netz is Leadership Curriculum Manager, Enterprise Operations, for Lockheed Martin Corporation. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading the portfolio of learning programs for all levels of leadership throughout the enterprise.

  Previously, Mr. Netz was a senior learning consultant for GP Strategies, a global performance improvement provider. In that role, he advised enterprise level organizations on digital learning transformation, crafting solutions that balance technology and scalability. Throughout his career, D.J. has led several initiatives for leadership strategy, financial acumen, data science, and business development training.

  Mr. Netz graduated from Portland State University with a Master’s degree in Adult Education. He earned his undergraduate degree in Management of Human Resources from George Fox University. He achieved Scrum Master certification in 2019.

  D.J. is a three-time Brandon Hall award winner. He serves on the board of the ATD-Cascadia Chapter, a role he has held for ten years. In his free time, D.J. enjoys domestic travel and organic farming.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Learning Leaders SIG

  • When
    Tuesday, May 02, 2023
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Access will be in registration email

  Register

  

  The ATD-Cascadia Learning Leaders Special Interest Group (SIG) is an informal discussion group where Talent Development leaders can talk about their challenges, successes, and what they are learning along the way. Our desire is to build a community of learning leaders who share best practices and feel supported in their work.

  Please join us during the first Tuesday of every month at Noon for an hour of sharing insights and support with your colleagues.

  By attending the Learning Leaders SIG, you will have an opportunity to:

  • Connect with other learning leaders to share current issues

  • Gain actionable insights on delivering a talent development strategy

  • Receive valuable advice and support from your peers

  
  

  Intended Audience
  

  Talent Development Leaders (managers and above) who are members or future members of ATD-Cascadia.

  By talent development, we are specifically looking for those who:

  • Manage a staff of trainers, instructional designers, learning designers

  • Lead the learning and development function for an organization

  • Serve as external consultants who advise on talent development strategy

  • Have positions such as: Manager/Director of L&D/Training, Chief Learning Officer, Head of Talent Development, or HR leaders responsible for Talent Development

  If you are not in a formal L&D leadership position, but want “a peak behind the curtain,” feel free to reach out to Dan Vetter or Dan Bilderback to learn more about this group and see if it is something that appeals to you.

  
  

  Dan Bilderback, CPTD

  Dan has been working in the field of Talent Development since 2006 and is currently the Director of Talent Development at SELCO Community Credit Union, based in Springfield, OR. A longtime member of ATD, Dan earned his CPTD designation in 2011 and was one of the co-founders of the ATD-Cascadia Lane County Geographical Interest Group (GIG). Dan is passionate about partnering with others to create learning solutions that are effective, timely, and fun!

  In his spare time, Dan is a part time professional musician who loves traveling, wine tasting, and playing music with his wife, Corrina. Their border collie, Milo, keeps them active and happy!

  
  

  Dan Vetter, CPTD

  Dan has been improving human performance for 35 years. For 12 years he worked inside a Fortune 500 company developing and facilitating workshops for thousands of participants. Since 1994 he has worked his training magic with over 100 clients. Dan was the 2004 President of American Society for Training and Development – Cascadia Chapter. He is actively involved in Oregon Organizational Development Network and is leading their pro-bono Community Consulting Program. Additionally, he serves as an adjunct faculty member for Portland State University helping mentor and develop the trainers of tomorrow. In 2009 he was one of the earliest NW training professionals to earn the prestigious “Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)” designation from the Association for Talent Development (ATD).

  Dan lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Carmen who is a glass artist. He loves sailing, hiking, cycling, and trips to the Oregon Coast.

  
  

  

  
  

  Career & Leadership Development, Coaching, Collaboration & Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Talent Strategy & Management, Future Readiness

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• ATD International Conference and Expo (ICE)

  • Start
    Sunday, May 21, 2023
  • End
    Wednesday, May 24, 2023
  • Location
    San Diego, California

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  ATD International Conference and Expo (ICE)

  San Diego, California

  May 21 - 24, 2023

  Every year, National ATD hosts their incredible conference, and this year it's in San Diego, California. The keynote speaker is Adam Grant.

  In concert with National ATD, our chapter is able to provide additional discounts on the registration fees but we need to have at least 5 people signed up or be interested to get those discounts for you. 

  Whether you're signed up already or interested in going to the National Conference, please let us know with your name and contact info. Once we have 5 people, National ATD will invoice you at the discounted rate.  By responding here, you are only expressing interest in attending as part of the ATD Cascadia team.  

  You don't have to be a member of National ATD to take advantage of this offer! If you've already signed up and paid for the conference, let us know and we'll be able to get the difference refunded to you.

  For more information about the conference, please click here.

  ICE National Member Registration Fees

  The discounted team rates are $1,450 and $1,850, depending on whether or not you are a member of National ATD, and they are good through April 7th. For comparison, the regular rates are listed below.

  	Rates for Members of National ATD	Rates for those who are not members of National ATD
  Register by April 7th	$1,995	$1,995
  Register by May 16	$2,195	$2,396
  Onsite	$2,395	$2,795

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Board of Directors Meeting - May 2023

  • When
    Tuesday, May 23, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom - Zoom access will be provided in your confirmation email

  Register

  
  

  
  

  The board meeting is open to any interested person.

  To see previous agendas, minutes and handouts, click here.

  Please indicate your interest in attending by registering in advance.

  Please note that the meeting location may either be in a secure building where you will need to receive instructions prior to the meeting to gain access.  Or, this will be a Zoom session and access will need to be given.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Learning Leaders SIG

  • When
    Tuesday, June 06, 2023
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Access will be in registration email

  Register

  

  The ATD-Cascadia Learning Leaders Special Interest Group (SIG) is an informal discussion group where Talent Development leaders can talk about their challenges, successes, and what they are learning along the way. Our desire is to build a community of learning leaders who share best practices and feel supported in their work.

  Please join us during the first Tuesday of every month at Noon for an hour of sharing insights and support with your colleagues.

  By attending the Learning Leaders SIG, you will have an opportunity to:

  • Connect with other learning leaders to share current issues

  • Gain actionable insights on delivering a talent development strategy

  • Receive valuable advice and support from your peers

  
  

  Intended Audience
  

  Talent Development Leaders (managers and above) who are members or future members of ATD-Cascadia.

  By talent development, we are specifically looking for those who:

  • Manage a staff of trainers, instructional designers, learning designers

  • Lead the learning and development function for an organization

  • Serve as external consultants who advise on talent development strategy

  • Have positions such as: Manager/Director of L&D/Training, Chief Learning Officer, Head of Talent Development, or HR leaders responsible for Talent Development

  If you are not in a formal L&D leadership position, but want “a peak behind the curtain,” feel free to reach out to Dan Vetter or Dan Bilderback to learn more about this group and see if it is something that appeals to you.

  
  

  Dan Bilderback, CPTD

  Dan has been working in the field of Talent Development since 2006 and is currently the Director of Talent Development at SELCO Community Credit Union, based in Springfield, OR. A longtime member of ATD, Dan earned his CPTD designation in 2011 and was one of the co-founders of the ATD-Cascadia Lane County Geographical Interest Group (GIG). Dan is passionate about partnering with others to create learning solutions that are effective, timely, and fun!

  In his spare time, Dan is a part time professional musician who loves traveling, wine tasting, and playing music with his wife, Corrina. Their border collie, Milo, keeps them active and happy!

  
  

  Dan Vetter, CPTD

  Dan has been improving human performance for 35 years. For 12 years he worked inside a Fortune 500 company developing and facilitating workshops for thousands of participants. Since 1994 he has worked his training magic with over 100 clients. Dan was the 2004 President of American Society for Training and Development – Cascadia Chapter. He is actively involved in Oregon Organizational Development Network and is leading their pro-bono Community Consulting Program. Additionally, he serves as an adjunct faculty member for Portland State University helping mentor and develop the trainers of tomorrow. In 2009 he was one of the earliest NW training professionals to earn the prestigious “Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)” designation from the Association for Talent Development (ATD).

  Dan lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Carmen who is a glass artist. He loves sailing, hiking, cycling, and trips to the Oregon Coast.

  
  

  

  
  

  Career & Leadership Development, Coaching, Collaboration & Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Talent Strategy & Management, Future Readiness

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• Board of Directors Meeting - June 2023

  • When
    Tuesday, June 27, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom - Zoom access will be provided in your confirmation email

  Register

  
  

  
  

  The board meeting is open to any interested person.

  To see previous agendas, minutes and handouts, click here.

  Please indicate your interest in attending by registering in advance.

  Please note that the meeting location may either be in a secure building where you will need to receive instructions prior to the meeting to gain access.  Or, this will be a Zoom session and access will need to be given.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Learning Leaders SIG

  • When
    Tuesday, August 01, 2023
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Access will be in registration email

  Register

  

  The ATD-Cascadia Learning Leaders Special Interest Group (SIG) is an informal discussion group where Talent Development leaders can talk about their challenges, successes, and what they are learning along the way. Our desire is to build a community of learning leaders who share best practices and feel supported in their work.

  Please join us during the first Tuesday of every month at Noon for an hour of sharing insights and support with your colleagues.

  By attending the Learning Leaders SIG, you will have an opportunity to:

  • Connect with other learning leaders to share current issues

  • Gain actionable insights on delivering a talent development strategy

  • Receive valuable advice and support from your peers

  
  

  Intended Audience
  

  Talent Development Leaders (managers and above) who are members or future members of ATD-Cascadia.

  By talent development, we are specifically looking for those who:

  • Manage a staff of trainers, instructional designers, learning designers

  • Lead the learning and development function for an organization

  • Serve as external consultants who advise on talent development strategy

  • Have positions such as: Manager/Director of L&D/Training, Chief Learning Officer, Head of Talent Development, or HR leaders responsible for Talent Development

  If you are not in a formal L&D leadership position, but want “a peak behind the curtain,” feel free to reach out to Dan Vetter or Dan Bilderback to learn more about this group and see if it is something that appeals to you.

  
  

  Dan Bilderback, CPTD

  Dan has been working in the field of Talent Development since 2006 and is currently the Director of Talent Development at SELCO Community Credit Union, based in Springfield, OR. A longtime member of ATD, Dan earned his CPTD designation in 2011 and was one of the co-founders of the ATD-Cascadia Lane County Geographical Interest Group (GIG). Dan is passionate about partnering with others to create learning solutions that are effective, timely, and fun!

  In his spare time, Dan is a part time professional musician who loves traveling, wine tasting, and playing music with his wife, Corrina. Their border collie, Milo, keeps them active and happy!

  
  

  Dan Vetter, CPTD

  Dan has been improving human performance for 35 years. For 12 years he worked inside a Fortune 500 company developing and facilitating workshops for thousands of participants. Since 1994 he has worked his training magic with over 100 clients. Dan was the 2004 President of American Society for Training and Development – Cascadia Chapter. He is actively involved in Oregon Organizational Development Network and is leading their pro-bono Community Consulting Program. Additionally, he serves as an adjunct faculty member for Portland State University helping mentor and develop the trainers of tomorrow. In 2009 he was one of the earliest NW training professionals to earn the prestigious “Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)” designation from the Association for Talent Development (ATD).

  Dan lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Carmen who is a glass artist. He loves sailing, hiking, cycling, and trips to the Oregon Coast.

  
  

  

  
  

  Career & Leadership Development, Coaching, Collaboration & Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Talent Strategy & Management, Future Readiness

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