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We encourage all of our members and non-members to look through the scheduled events and attend as many as you'd like.

 We also have all of our chapter board meetings and department committee meetings scheduled and available on the Committee Meetings calendar. We encourage members to attend any of these meetings to learn more about leadership and how the chapter operates.  

Upcoming events

    • 18 Feb 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9098408828
    Register


    We are excited that you want to learn more about the ATD Austin Chapter and the value of membership!

    Please join us for a 30-minute orientation to our chapter professional development and networking opportunities.

    New, existing, or prospective members are welcome to join!


    Meeting Details will be sent in an email upon registering.  Reach out to Chelsea Delbar at membership@tdaustin.org with any questions.


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    Visit https://zoom.us/download to download the Zoom client to join the call.






    • 18 Feb 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Join us via zoom!
    Register


    Personal & Professional Development Community

    Influence Without Authority – Building Buy-In at Every Level

    With Isla Reddin – Director of the Personal & Professional Development COP

    Are you ready to amplify your impact and get your ideas heard, even when you’re not the one in charge? In today’s collaborative workplaces, success often depends on your ability to inspire and persuade others—without the benefit of formal authority.

    This dynamic 60-minute workshop is designed to equip professionals like you with the tools to build trust, present ideas persuasively, and foster meaningful collaboration to achieve your goals. Whether you’re managing up, influencing peers, or driving change, this session will empower you to take the lead wherever you are.

    What You’ll Learn:

    Understand the Psychology of Influence: Discover the science behind persuasion and how to use it ethically and effectively.

    Build Trust and Respect: Cultivate relationships that form the foundation of your ability to influence others.

    Align Your Message with Stakeholders’ Priorities: Craft persuasive communication that resonates with what matters most to your audience.

    Leverage Collaboration for Buy-In: Use shared goals and teamwork to gain support for your initiatives.

    Why You Need This Workshop:

    Get Your Ideas Heard: Stop watching great ideas get overlooked—learn how to make your voice impactful.

    Lead Without a Title: Influence outcomes and decisions even when you’re not the designated leader.

    Master Persuasive Communication: Tailor your approach to effectively reach diverse audiences and priorities.

    Build Trust and Credibility: Develop the confidence and rapport needed to gain support for your initiatives.

    Achieve Greater Impact: Create lasting change in your organization by driving alignment and collaboration.

    Don’t let lack of authority hold you back. Join us to unlock your potential to lead and influence from any position.

    About Your Speaker: 

    Isla Reddin, Corporate Performance Coach

    Isla Reddin is a corporate performance coach passionate about bringing diverse tools and strategies to support individuals and teams to grow and reach their desired goals. Her background in curriculum design, training, and project management informs her coaching practice. Isla believes new tools and paradigms of learning need to be constantly created to meet the needs of individuals and society.

    In her early career, Isla supported global sales, media, and PR events for international automotive, pharmaceutical, and financial services companies. In the past 15 years, she has worked in Europe and the US as a consultant and corporate performance coach with multiple clients, and as an entrepreneur in the tech, and education spaces. She understands how to help leaders and teams handle the diverse challenges they face with practical, creative, and flexible solutions.

    The ATD Austin Chapter has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.


    • 18 Feb 2025
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom


    CPTD Study Group

    Spring Cohort - Free Information Session

    This free information session will give you an overview of the virtual study group and what you can expect. This study group is designed for talent development professionals who are pursuing the CPTD designation. 

    • Attend the free information session on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 6:30 CST to learn about the certification. 
    • The cohort will run Tuesdays, February 25th - May 13th from 6:30 - 8:30 CST.
    • Registration required prior to March 10, 2025

    WHO CAN REGISTER:

    The study group is open to anyone, anywhere who is interested in pursuing the CPTD certification. 

    International participants are welcome. 

    ATD or ATD Chapter membership is not required, but ATD partner chapters receive discounted pricing on registration for the full cohort.

    MEETING DETAILS:

    Registered participants will be sent the virtual meeting logon information 24 hours in advance of the session. Virtual meeting times are:

    4:30 to 6:30 pm Pacific Time

    5:30 to 7:30 pm Mountain Time

    6:30 to 8:30 pm Central Time

    7:30 to 9:30 pm Eastern Time

    INFORMATION SESSION REGISTRATION:

    Please note, this event is only the free information session, if you would like to attend the entire cohort, please register for both the info session and cohort.

    For any questions, please contact cptd@tdaustin.org.

    Register for the Info Session 

    • 20 Feb 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • UFCU Plaza 8303 N Mopac Expy, Austin, TX 78759 (Building C, Floor 1)
    Register


    Q1 Chapter Meeting:

    Navigate the Future of Talent Development

    Building Agile Talent for a Changing World

    Join ATD Austin’s Q1 meeting as we Navigate the Future of Talent Development, exploring how the workplace is evolving and why strategic talent development is crucial to organizational success. 

    As we look to 2025, companies are prioritizing skills-based hiring, shifting away from traditional qualifications to focus on measurable competencies that align with business goals. This shift underscores the importance of developing agile talent strategies that prepare employees for rapidly changing roles and industries. By investing in talent development as a key driver of growth, organizations can build a workforce equipped to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.

    Another major focus in the future of talent development is the move toward personalized training. Employees increasingly expect development opportunities tailored to their individual goals and career paths, creating a more engaging and impactful learning experience. Technology tools such as generative AI and data analytics, are enabling organizations to deliver customized training at scale while also streamlining workflows and enhancing engagement. 

    What You’ll Learn:

    ▪️ How skills-based hiring is aligning talent strategies with business needs.

    ▪️ Why personalized learning is becoming essential to employee development.

    ▪️ How AI and data analytics are transforming talent development

    Who Should Attend?

    This event is designed for everyone in talent development, from instructional designers and facilitators to HR leaders and L&D professionals. If you’re committed to creating impactful learning experiences and preparing your team for the future, this is the place for you.

    Key Takeaways:

    ▪️ Insights into the latest trends in talent development.

    ▪️ Practical strategies to prepare your workforce for the future.

    ▪️ Tools and approaches for implementing personalized learning at scale.

    Take this opportunity to connect with peers, share ideas over great food, and gain actionable insights and future-proofing tools to shape the future of talent development in your organization.


    This chapter meeting is a complimentary event for ATD Austin Members.


    Guests are invited for just $15!


    Register Now


    For more information about the event, contact our VP of Professional Development: pro_dev@tdaustin.org 

    • 21 Mar 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    • https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9098408828
    Register


    We are excited that you want to learn more about the ATD Austin Chapter and the value of membership!

    Please join us for a 30-minute orientation to our chapter professional development and networking opportunities.

    New, existing, or prospective members are welcome to join!


    Meeting Details will be sent in an email upon registering.  Reach out to Chelsea Delbar at membership@tdaustin.org with any questions.


    New to Zoom?

    Visit https://zoom.us/download to download the Zoom client to join the call.






    • 26 Aug 2025
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom


    CPTD Study Group

    Fall Cohort - Free Information Session

    This free information session will give you an overview of the virtual study group and what you can expect. This study group is designed for talent development professionals who are pursuing the CPTD designation. 

    • Attend the free information session on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 6:30 CST to learn about the certification. 
    • The cohort will run Tuesdays, September 2nd - November 18th, 2025 from 6:30 - 8:30 CST.

    WHO CAN REGISTER:

    The study group is open to anyone, anywhere who is interested in pursuing the CPTD certification. 

    International participants are welcome. 

    ATD or ATD Chapter membership is not required, but ATD partner chapters receive discounted pricing on registration for the full cohort.

    MEETING DETAILS:

    Registered participants will be sent the virtual meeting logon information 24 hours in advance of the session. Virtual meeting times are:

    4:30 to 6:30 pm Pacific Time

    5:30 to 7:30 pm Mountain Time

    6:30 to 8:30 pm Central Time

    7:30 to 9:30 pm Eastern Time

    INFORMATION SESSION REGISTRATION:

    Please note, this event is only the free information session, if you would like to attend the entire cohort, please register for both the info session and cohort.

    For any questions, please contact cptd@tdaustin.org.

    Register for the Info Session 

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