Ann Arbor ATD

05/06/2026

What does a career in talent development actually look like?

Not always linear. Not always upward. And definitely not one-size-fits-all.

The upcoming Career Pathways in Talent Development Panel conversation is all about exploring the different paths people take in this field—and how to think more intentionally about your own.

We’d love to have you join us.

https://a2atd.org/event-6575568

05/05/2026

No commute. No pressure. Just good conversation.

We saved you a seat. 👇🏽

🔗 https://www.a2atd.org/event-6575568

Join our Career Pathways in Talent Development panel event to hear real career journeys, explore what's possible, and get clarity on what's next.

This event is now virtual and easier to attend than ever!

🗓 May 7, 2026 at 6 PM ET via Zoom

Jen Laidlaw Association for Talent Development - ATD

04/19/2026

Calling all current and aspiring Learning Professionals!

Join us for our May event where you'll meet successful Talent Development professionals Christina Calderwood, Julia Keider, MA, SHRM-CP, CPTD, and DeAnna Strand, MA, CPTD and hear about the different journeys they took to get where they are now.

Whether you're a 🍎teacher looking to move into 🖥️corporate or 💬consulting, or an aspiring 📈project manager, 📝instructional designer, 🥇team leader, 🏢business owner, or 🛠️entrepreneur, there'll be something for everyone during this panel discussion!

To learn more and register, visit https://www.a2atd.org/event-6575568

- We can't wait to see you there!

04/13/2026

We’re so excited to offer the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗣𝗿𝗲-𝗔𝗧𝗗 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 again this year with our event partner, ATD Detroit!

This is your chance to get a sneak peek at what Megan Torrance, Dr. Esther Jackson, Betty Dannewitz, and Matthew Pierce will be sharing at the national Association for Talent Development - ATD 2026 conference!

✨👀Limited in-person watch party tickets are also available at the Innovative Learning Group in Troy MI. Refreshments🥤, lunch🥪, after-party fun🎉, and face time with your favorite TD professionals😁 are included with your in-person ticket!

** By registering, you'll receive access to the recordings of these sessions for you to watch at your convenience. **

For more information and to register: https://www.a2atd.org/event-6459556

- See you there!

03/28/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹... 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿-𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧!

We're so excited to partner with ATD Detroit on April 24th for our annual 1-day virtual conference featuring four talented Michigan-based speakers who will be presenting at the Association for Talent Development (ATD) International Conference & EXPO 2026 later this year.

This is your chance to get a sneak peek at what Megan Torrance, Dr. Esther Jackson, Betty Dannewitz, and Matthew Pierce will be sharing at the big conference!

Attend virtually and stay for the full day or hop online as your schedule allows. By registering, you'll receive access to the recordings📼 of these sessions for you to watch at your convenience!

✨👀Limited in-person watch party tickets are also available! Join us for an in-person watch party at the Innovative Learning Group in Troy MI. Refreshments🥤, lunch🥪, after-party fun🎉, and face time with your favorite TD professionals😁 are included with your in-person ticket!

Link for more information: https://www.a2atd.org/event-6459556

- See you there!

03/23/2026

☕𝘾𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚?

Join us for our next Coffee Chat on Wednesday, April 8, at 12pm with CPTD expert Lisa Garcia, MOD, CPTD, CTT!

Coffee chats are an excellent way for members to connect and share in an informal setting! Whether you're a seasoned member or new to our community, this is the perfect chance to foster connections and learn more about what we have to offer!

This month, we’ll meet online and spend time talking about the benefits of the ATD Capability model and our CPTD study group. Bring your questions, ideas, and aspirations! Celebrate your successes, and seek support for challenges!

- We can't wait to see you there!

Link for more information and to register: https://www.a2atd.org/event-6599807

03/06/2026

What do 🗑️Sesame Street and interviews with 🐐goats have to do with instructional design? 🧐

IYKYK! 😂

We had a great time learning with Amber Vanderburg at our monthly meeting tonight!

Some great takeaways on starting with connection, focusing on a single message, and make learning fun! Thanks, Amber!

Did you miss this event? No worries! Members can watch the recording on our website in the members only section posted soon!

Hope to see you at our coffee chat next week or a future event!

03/03/2026

It's not too late! ⌛

Join us THIS THURSDAY for our monthly chapter event!

If you're looking for fun and practical ideas to make your training more engaging, join us for our next in-person event with Amber Vanderburg!

Amber will share her method to strategically build learning design in a proven 5 step process for a richer learning experience.

Join us for 🍽️dinner, 🤝connection, and 💡learning!

Registration is OPEN! Click to learn more: https://www.a2atd.org/event-6430122

We'll see you there!

01/24/2024

𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴... 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮?

Join us for a virtual live event on February 8 to learn from talent development author and AI expert JD Dillon!

If you want to:

💡Reimagine your learning ecosystem within the AI-powered workplace

✅ Apply the 5 core technology values of AI-enabled learning

🤓 Make informed decisions regarding the application of AI within your L&D strategy

then this event is for you!

𝘈𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘈𝘐 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺? Let us help!

For more information and to register, visit https://www.a2atd.org/event-5520760

12/12/2023

🗓️ Save the date to start off the new year with !

We're kicking off 2024 with a virtual event on with Carla Torgerson. Registration is open, so go ahead and save your seat and we'll see you there!

Microlearning: What the heck is it – and 20 ways to use it!
(Virtual Event)
January 11, 2024
6:00 - 7:15 PM ET
https://a2atd.org/event-5499240

This event is open to the public with discounted rates for Ann Arbor ATD professional members, student chapter members, and members of other local Association for Talent Development - ATD chapters.

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