ATD Nashville upcoming events

ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual) (Mon, April 13, 2026)

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

We welcome engagement from all ATD members throughout the year. Our leadership council regularly partners with volunteers across a variety of focus areas, including programs, coaching, conference, professional development, membership, technology, sponsorship, and special events. A full list of current board members and their contact information can be found here.

For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

If you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

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ATD Nashville Happy Hour (Wed, April 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

ATD Nashville Happy Hour
Sponsored by Leadership-in-a-Box® with Nathan Magnuson

Join us for a relaxing and engaging Happy Hour sponsored by Leadership-in-a- Box®! This is your chance to unwind, connect with colleagues, and spark meaningful conversations in a casual setting. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, share ideas, or simply enjoy a great atmosphere after a full day, this gathering offers the perfect space to do it. Stop by for refreshments, conversation, and a closer look at how Leadership-in-a-Box® is supporting innovative approaches to professional growth and development.

Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CST

Location: Uncle Julio's Mexican Restaurant: 209 Franklin Rd. Brentwood, TN 37027

Members & Non-Members: FREE

About our Sponsor:

Leadership-in-a-Box® is a premium off-the-shelf programming partner for corporate leadership development programs. We offer PRACTICAL 60 minute programs on over 20 leadership topics focused on immediate skill development, which are EASY for facilitators and administrators to deliver and a SCALABLE pricing model for the entire enterprise so every leader can be included. Practical. Easy. Scalable.

Some of our most requested programs include:

Engaging & Retaining Teams
Difficult Conversations
Leading Change
Teamwork Essentials
Time Management & Productivity
Stress Management
Emotional Intelligence
Accountability *And many more

Whether you need a content partner for your internal leadership development program or if you're starting from scratch, we can help you begin quickly, confidently and with immediate results. For more information, visit our website or contact us for a demo at: www.leadershipinabox.com.

SIG: Organizational Development (OD) - Virtual (Thu, April 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Diagnosing Workplace Human Performance Challenges: Applying Behavioral and Organizational Models

Organizational Development SIG

Join us for the ATD Nashville Organizational Development (OD) SIG!

Organizational Development (OD) is the study and implementation of organizational change processes. Join two leaders in the OD field for this Special Interest Group (SIG) discussion on OD related topics. Each bi-monthly meeting will have a specialized topic for discussion, workshop, or guest speaker.

This session will explore how organizations can more effectively diagnose workplace human performance challenges using evidence-based frameworks from behavioral science and organizational psychology. Rather than defaulting to training as the primary solution, participants will examine how human performance is shaped by multiple factors including capability, work design, environmental supports, and motivation.

Learning Objectives:

Describe and discuss the ATD Human Performance Improvement Model.
Use the model to analyze and evaluate a real-world workplace performance case scenario.

ATD Capability Alignment: Organizational Development and Culture, Learning Sciences, Knowledge Management, Coaching

Time: 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM CST

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

ATD Nashville 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.

Hosts:

Deborah (Deb) Tobey, Ed.D. is a thought leader, educator, and practitioner of Organization Development (OD) and Change. Deb has held an OD consulting practice for many years. In addition, she has held positions as Director of OD in a financial services organization, Director of Talent Management in a government agency, and adjunct faculty member at George Washington University and Vanderbilt University. Deb also taught OD full-time at the master's level at Vanderbilt University for eight years. Her other specialties include Human Performance Improvement, Talent Development, and Consultation skills and practices. She is author/co-author of three books for OD practitioners.

In her work, Deb focuses on creating client efficacy, through human performance analysis, identification, design, implementation, and evaluation of human performance interventions.

Lauren Kiproff-Downer is a dynamic Organizational Psychology practitioner and the founder of Perpara Consulting, LLC, based in the Nashville, TN area. With a unique blend of emotional intelligence, innovative problem-solving, and data-driven insights, Lauren is committed to empowering organizations and their employees to achieve new levels of success and job satisfaction.

Lauren specializes in transforming organizational performance, elevating organizational culture, enhancing employee engagement, and advancing talent development across diverse sectors, including healthcare, publishing, and nonprofit organizations. Her intervention approach focuses on creating tailored solutions that improve organizational culture, develop leadership potential, increase employee retention, and support success in virtual or hybrid work environments.

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, April 20, 2026)

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 3: Conducting Needs Assessments
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

This year’s Instructional Design SIG delivers a full ADDIE‑aligned learning journey designed to elevate the chapter’s instructional design capability through science‑based methods, hands‑on practice, and AI‑enhanced workflows. Each session builds on the last, guiding participants from foundational concepts to fully developed learning assets they can use in their portfolios or workplace. Participants should plan to attend all sessions.

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 3: Conducting Needs Assessments

Techniques for identifying learning needs
Stakeholder analysis and engagement
Tools and methods for conducting effective needs assessments

Activity: Execute a learning needs assessment for a topic of your choice, or an assigned case study, and provide an executive summary of your findings

Activities are due no later than Monday, May 11, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula O'Brien is an Instructional Designer at A. O. Smith, combining creativity and instructional expertise to develop engaging educational programs and knowledge resources. She has expertise in instructor-led training, content creation (including writing, digital photography, infographic and video production) and eLearning development. With 19 years in instructional design, Paula excels in needs assessment, task analysis, curriculum design, LMS administration, program evaluation, facilitation, and project management.

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

She holds a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design and a Master of Education and Human Development from George Washington University, a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management from Rollins College, and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

SIG: Career Transition (Virtual) (Tue, April 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Session 4: AI Tools for Career Growth
Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

Program Overview:

Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 4: AI Tools for Career Growth

Learning Objectives:

Explain ethical considerations in using AI for workplace and job search tasks.
Apply AI tools to generate and refine resumes, stories, and interview prep.
Use prompt templates to accelerate job search workflows.

ATD Capability Alignment: Technology Application, Future Readiness

Date & Time: Tuesday, April 21, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

Virtual Chapter Meeting: From Managing Talent to Mobilizing Capability (Thu, April 23, 2026)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

From Managing Talent to Mobilizing Capability
Virtual Chapter Meeting

Most organizations have invested heavily in talent systems, workforce planning, development programs, performance management, and succession processes. Yet when strategic priorities shift, leaders often still ask the same question:

Do we have the capability to execute this?

In this session, Gayathri Riddhi explores why capability often struggles to move inside organizations, even when talent is present. Drawing on insights from global workforce research and organizational practice, she examines how role structures, team boundaries, and traditional development approaches can unintentionally anchor capability in place.

Participants will explore how organizations can create conditions that allow capability to move across teams, initiatives, and evolving strategic priorities. Rather than focusing on programs alone, this session looks at how organizational design and leadership practices influence the visibility, movement, and growth of capability.

Attendees will leave with a new perspective on talent strategy and a practical diagnostic tool they can use with their leadership teams to assess how effectively capability moves within their organizations.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

Members: FREE

Non-Members: $20

About the Facilitator:

Gayathri Riddhi is a best-selling author, speaker, executive coach, and founder of

Realize To Win, LLC. With more than two decades of experience across corporate

leadership, talent development, and coaching, she brings a perspective that connects organizational strategy with human growth.

She is the host of the Catalyze Your Self podcast and the creator of the SIRE Model™, a framework for conscious leadership centered on self-awareness, self-inspiration, self-regulation, and self-expression.

Gayathri is known for helping leaders see familiar challenges in new ways. Her

speaking explores the intersection of leadership, capability, mindset, and organizational effectiveness, offering practical insights that help leaders strengthen how they think, respond, and lead in times of change.

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, May 01, 2026)

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

Office Hours are a dedicated, monthly informal space designed to support you as you move through your career transition journey alongside the Career Transition SIG. Think of these sessions as your time to get personalized guidance, ask questions, and make meaningful progress—with the support of both Magda and Rebecca and peers in the Learning & Development space.

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

These sessions are intentionally flexible—drop in as needed, bring what you’re working on, or simply listen and learn from others. Whether you’re refining a deliverable, preparing for an interview, or just need a confidence boost, Office Hours are here to help you keep moving forward.

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Office Hours Dates:

May 1, 2026
June 5, 2026
July 3, 2026
August 7, 2026
September 4, 2026
October 2, 2026
November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts:

ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual) (Mon, May 11, 2026)

Mon, 11 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

If you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

Pages & Progress (Virtual Book Club): Black Box Thinking (Fri, May 15, 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Black Box Thinking: Why Most People Never Learn from Their Mistakes (Matthew Syed)
Pages & Progress - A No-Pressure Virtual Book Club for Learning Pros

A guilt-free book club for busy L&D professionals who love learning but are drowning in their to-do lists. We meet quarterly on Fridays at Noon to discuss development books - read (or listen) to the whole thing, skim a chapter, or just show up for the conversation. No judgment, just great discussions, peer networking, and actionable insights you can take back to your work. Progress over perfection, always. Books are selected based on the ATD Talent Capability Model.

This quarter we'll read Black Box Thinking: Why Most People Never Learn from Their Mistakes by Matthew Syed.

Nobody wants to fail. But in highly complex organizations, success can happen only when we confront our mistakes, learn from our own version of a black box, and create a climate where it’s safe to fail.

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Members: FREE

Non-Members: $10

Facilitator:

Kelly L. Knowles is owner of Kelly K Consulting. She is a national speaker known for her ability to inspire and engage audiences virtually and in-person. She is a published author and has over a decade of experience in training and development for large law firms.

She has certifications in Six Sigma, Color Code Personality Science, and Adult Learning (Association for Talent Development). Kelly earned her BBA and MBA from Middle Tennessee State University.

Kelly is a published author of the book Chin Hairs and Other Things Mama Didn’t Tell You: From Surviving to Thriving in Your 20s and 30s. Her audible book of the same title is a worthwhile listen.

She is passionate about adult learning, helping people realize and develop their potential, and enabling adult learners to improve their everyday effectiveness by authentically maximizing their skills.

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, May 18, 2026)

Mon, 18 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 4: Crafting Learning Objectives
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 4: Crafting Learning Objectives

Importance of clear, measurable learning objectives
Writing effective learning objectives using Bloom’s Taxonomy
Aligning objectives with organizational goals

Activity: Given a case study, write learning objectives for a learning experience.

Activities are due no later than Monday, June 15, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

SIG: Career Transition (Virtual) (Tue, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Session 5: Resilience & Reinvention
Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

Program Overview:

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 5: Resilience & Reinvention

Learning Objectives:

Describe psychological impacts of career transition.
Apply resilience-building strategies to real scenarios.
Construct personal routines that support reinvention.

ATD Capability Alignment: Emotional Intelligence, Change Management

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, June 05, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Office Hours Dates:

June 5, 2026
July 3, 2026
August 7, 2026
September 4, 2026
October 2, 2026
November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts:

ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual) (Mon, June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

If you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

Virtual Chapter Meeting: Proving Impact by Strengthening How L&D Operates (Thu, June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Proving Impact by Strengthening How L&D Operates

Virtual Chapter Meeting

L&D leaders are facing a clear question this year: how do we know learning is working. Executives want evidence that learning improves capability, readiness, and performance. Many teams feel the pressure because their operating model was never set up to show that level of clarity.

This session looks at measurement through the lens of learning operations. When workflows, demand intake, governance, and technology support one another, evaluation becomes part of how the team runs the business of learning. Reporting stops feeling like a separate task and becomes a natural reflection of strong operations. Leaders see the impact more quickly and trust it more fully.

We will walk through how high-functioning L&D teams link measurement to the questions the business cares about. Are we improving time to productivity? Are managers making stronger decisions? Are skill gaps closing in roles that impact organizational goals? When processes and data point to outcomes the business recognizes, measurement becomes simpler and more credible.

You will leave with a clearer view of how learning operations supports impact across the lifecycle. We will look at examples of organizations that rebuilt key parts of their operating model to improve readiness, build executive confidence, and create cleaner, more meaningful evaluation practices. The focus is practical and rooted in the day-to-day realities L&D teams manage.

If you feel the gap between rising expectations and what your current structure can support, this session offers a grounded way forward. It is designed for leaders who want their teams seen as partners in performance and who want a model that makes impact easier to demonstrate.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

Members: FREE

Non-Members: $20

About the Facilitator:

Tracie Cantu is Chief Learning Strategist at Your CLO and a recognized authority in learning operations and technology. With two decades of experience leading L&D transformation at organizations such as Meta, Atlassian, and Whole Foods Market, she helps companies modernize their learning functions, scale their impact, and align with business priorities. Tracie brings a sharp focus on strategy, systems, and execution. She helps L&D teams scale their impact, deliver business value, and operate like a strategic business function.

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, June 22, 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 5: Selecting Instructional Strategies
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 5: Selecting Instructional Strategies

Evidence-based strategies, including retrieval practice, feedback, elaboration, spaced practice, and interleaving
Selecting strategies based on learning goals and constraints
Designing for retention and real-world application

Activity: Design a learning unit that incorporates multimedia and interactive elements for a learning unit of your choice or an assigned case study.

Activities are due no later than Monday, July 15, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

SIG: Career Transition (In-person) (Thu, June 25, 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 6: Storytelling for Career Influence
Career Transition SIG (In-person)

Program Overview:

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 6: Storytelling for Career Influence

Learning Objectives:

Describe elements of an effective L&D impact story.
Apply storytelling frameworks (STAR, problem-solution-impact) to personal experiences.
Craft at least one polished professional story.

ATD Capability Alignment: Communication, Instructional Design

Date & Time: Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 5:30-7:30 PM CST

Location: In-person, Edmonson Pike Library: 5501 Edmonson Pike, Meeting Room Side A, Nashville, TN 37211

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, July 03, 2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Office Hours Dates:

July 3, 2026
August 7, 2026
September 4, 2026
October 2, 2026
November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts:

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, July 20, 2026)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 6: Designing Engaging Content
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 6: Designing Engaging Content

Designing engaging, relevant learning experiences through...
- Principles of content development
- Strategies for creating engaging and relevant content
- Incorporating multimedia and interactive elements

Activity: Design a learning unit that incorporates multimedia and interactive elements for a learning unit of your choice or an assigned case study.

Activities are due no later than Monday, August 10, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

SIG: Career Transition (Virtual) (Tue, July 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Session 7: Skills Mapping & Learning Agility
Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

Program Overview:

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 7: Skills Mapping & Learning Agility

Learning Objectives:

Evaluate personal capabilities using the ATD Talent Development Model.
Identify upskilling opportunities aligned with current market trends.
Create a personalized learning plan that supports reinvention.

ATD Capability Alignment: Learning Sciences, Performance Improvement

Date & Time: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, August 07, 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Office Hours Dates:

August 7, 2026
September 4, 2026
October 2, 2026
November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts:

ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual) (Mon, August 10, 2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

If you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

Pages & Progress (Virtual Book Club): Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion (Fri, August 14, 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion (Robert Ciadini)
Pages & Progress - A No-Pressure Virtual Book Club for Learning Pros

This quarter we'll read Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Ciadini.

In the new edition of this highly acclaimed bestseller, Robert Cialdini—New York Times bestselling author of Pre-Suasion and the seminal expert in the fields of influence and persuasion—explains the psychology of why people say yes and how to apply these insights ethically in business and everyday settings. Using memorable stories and relatable examples, Cialdini makes this crucially important subject surprisingly easy. With Cialdini as a guide, you don’t have to be a scientist to learn how to use this science.

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Members: FREE

Non-Members: $10

Facilitator:

She has certifications in Six Sigma, Color Code Personality Science, and Adult Learning (Association for Talent Development). Kelly earned her BBA and MBA from Middle Tennessee State University.

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, August 17, 2026)

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 7: Developing Instructional Materials
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 7: Developing Instructional Materials

- Best practices for developing participant guides, facilitator guides, and supporting materials
- Use of visuals, text, and audio in instructional materials

Activity: Create a sample instructional module.

Activities are due no later than Monday, September 14, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

SIG: Career Transition (Virtual) (Tue, August 18, 2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Session 8: Peer Coaching & Mid-Year Alignment
Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

Program Overview:

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 8: Peer Coaching & Mid-Year Alignment

Learning Objectives:

Practice peer coaching techniques to support professional growth.
Evaluate progress on career goals and adjust direction.
Share insights and learnings with a supportive community.

ATD Capability Alignment: Coaching, Collaboration

Date & Time: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, September 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Office Hours Dates:

September 4, 2026
October 2, 2026
November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts:

ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual) (Mon, September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

If you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, September 21, 2026)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 8: Implementing Training Programs
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 8: Implementing Training Programs

- Effective delivery methods for different learning environments
- Facilitation skills and techniques for learner engagement
- Managing logistics and resources for training programs

Activity: Present a detailed plan, including needs assessment, objectives, instructional strategies, and materials needed to implement your chosen training program. This can be a recorded presentation.

Activities are due no later than Monday, October 12, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

SIG: Career Transition (In-person) (Thu, September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 9: The Art of the Interview
Career Transition SIG (In-person)

Program Overview:

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 9: The Art of the Interview

Learning Objectives:

Describe behavioral and situational interview formats.
Apply storytelling to communicate accomplishments.
Demonstrate improved interview responses through skills practice.

ATD Capability Alignment: Communication, Performance Improvement

Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5:30-7:30 PM CST

Location: In-person, Franklin Main Library 2nd Floor Learning Center

The Franklin Library is located at 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN. The Learning Center is on the 2nd floor. PLEASE NOTE: Food and Drink are not allowed in this room.

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Office Hours Dates:

October 2, 2026
November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts:

ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual) (Mon, October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

If you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Session 9: Evaluating Learning Outcomes
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 9: Evaluating Learning Outcomes

- Designing assessments to measure learning outcomes
- Methods for collecting and analyzing evaluation data
- Using feedback to improve instructional design

Activity: Develop an assessment and answer key for your learning unit.

Activities are due no later than Monday, November 9, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

SIG: Career Transition (Virtual) (Tue, October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Session 10: Confidence & Professional Presence
Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

Program Overview:

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 10: Confidence & Professional Presence

Learning Objectives:

Identify common confidence blockers during job search
Apply mindset shifts to increase self-efficacy.
Develop strategies for maintaining professional presence.

ATD Capability Alignment: Emotional Intelligence, Communication

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, November 06, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Office Hours Dates:

November 6, 2026
December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts:

ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual) (Mon, November 09, 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

If you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

Pages & Progress (Virtual Book Club): The Power of Moments (Fri, November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact (Chip & Dan Heath)
Pages & Progress - A No-Pressure Virtual Book Club for Learning Pros

This quarter we'll read The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip and Dan Heath.

While human lives are endlessly variable, our most memorable positive moments are dominated by four elements: elevation, insight, pride, and connection. If we embrace these elements, we can conjure more moments that matter. What if a teacher could design a lesson that he knew his students would remember twenty years later? What if a manager knew how to create an experience that would delight customers? What if you had a better sense of how to create memories that matter for your children?

This book delves into some fascinating mysteries of experience: Why we tend to remember the best or worst moment of an experience, as well as the last moment, and forget the rest. Why “we feel most comfortable when things are certain, but we feel most alive when they’re not.” And why our most cherished memories are clustered into a brief period during our youth.

Readers discover how brief experiences can change lives, such as the experiment in which two strangers meet in a room, and forty-five minutes later, they leave as best friends. (What happens in that time?) Or the tale of the world’s youngest female billionaire, who credits her resilience to something her father asked the family at the dinner table. (What was that simple question?)

Many of the defining moments in our lives are the result of accident or luck—but why would we leave our most meaningful, memorable moments to chance when we can create them? The Power of Moments shows us how to be the author of richer experiences.

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Members: FREE

Non-Members: $10

Facilitator:

She has certifications in Six Sigma, Color Code Personality Science, and Adult Learning (Association for Talent Development). Kelly earned her BBA and MBA from Middle Tennessee State University.

SIG: Instructional Design (ID) - Virtual (Mon, November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Session 10: Emerging Trends in Instructional Design
Virtual SIG: Instructional Design

Program Overview:

To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website.

Current Session Information:

Session 10: Emerging Trends in Instructional Design

- Leveraging new technologies (AI, VR, AR) in instructional design
- Microlearning and gamification
- Future directions and continuous improvement in instructional design

Activity: Develp a learning unit about an emerging trend of your choice.

Activities are due no later than Monday, December 14, 2026

TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: $20 with registration

Host:

Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

SIG: Career Transition (Virtual) (Tue, November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Session 11: Turning Insight Into Action
Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

Program Overview:

By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

A complete Career Portfolio
Increased professional confidence
Stronger networks and deeper community
Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

Current Session Information:

Session 11: Turning Insight Into Action

Learning Objectives:

Synthesize key learnings from the year.
Build a short-term and long-term career action plan.
Set SMART goals for the next 6 months of transition.

ATD Capability Alignment: Project Management, Performance Improvement

Date & Time: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom

*Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

Members: FREE with registration

Non-Members: FREE with registration

Hosts:

SIG: Career Transition Office Hours (Virtual) (Fri, December 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Career Transition SIG
Virtual Office Hours

During Office Hours, you can:

Get targeted feedback on your career portfolio materials (resume, LinkedIn, work samples)
Ask real-time questions about job searching, career direction, or challenges you’re facing
Receive coaching and guidance on applying session concepts (e.g., storytelling, interviewing, AI tools)
Work through roadblocks or uncertainty in a supportive, low-pressure environment
Build deeper connections with others navigating similar transitions
Practice your interviewing skills or strategic introduction

This is where ideas turn into action—and where you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Date: Friday, December 4, 2026

Time: 12:00-1:00 PM CST

Location: Zoom (link sent after registration)

Members & Non-Members: FREE

Hosts: