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☕ ATD Nebraska Coffee Chat
Connect. Learn. Grow.
Join us each month for an ATD Nebraska Coffee Chat — a casual gathering offered in person during odd months and virtually during the even ones. It’s a great chance to connect with fellow members, share ideas, and build relationships in our talent development community. Feel free to bring a friend or colleague who's interested in learning more about ATD! All are welcome.
When employees are asked what would enhance their experience at work, two needs stand out: clearer communication and more effective leadership.
In this session, we’ll focus on how to build the leadership skills that matter most by using the power of emotional intelligence.
You’ll learn about building empathetic leadership skills by using mindfulness to strengthen self-awareness and self-regulation.
You’ll also learn practical ways to improve communication and engage with others with greater empathy and clarity.
Speaker's Information: Amy McCae
Speaker's Bio: Amy is an Executive Coach and Workplace Wellness Strategist who blends mind‑body well-being with human potential. She is dedicated to helping people heal, grow, and thrive. Guided by her Clifton-Strengths—Empathy, Responsibility, Intellection, Input, and Strategic—Amy helps others express their emotions clearly, build strong connections, and lead with confidence. She holds multiple certifications including Life Coaching, Mindfulness Meditation, Worksite Wellness, and Psychological Safety.
The ATD Nebraska Monthly Working Session is a recurring, one-hour virtual co-working experience designed to give members a dedicated time and space to work on real talent development work, strategy, and tasks together. These sessions will create an environment where members simply:
• Log into Zoom • Work on their own projects • Ask real-time questions • Share ideas • Learn from peers in the moment
Whether you’re designing a program, troubleshooting a challenge, building content, or thinking through a tough decision, you’ll be surrounded by peers who understand your world. Work quietly on mute, or jump into the conversation to ask questions, get feedback, or share what you’re creating.
This is a supportive, judgment-free space built especially for remote professionals and small teams who want connection, perspective, and community.
Learn About the Career Planning SIG!
Resumes tell people what you have done. Portfolios show how you did it. In this session, we’ll discuss options for creating a professional portfolio containing your work samples, the kinds of things you might want to include, and options for showcasing your skillset in a way that aligns with your career goals.
Let’s prioritize ourselves and our professional growth—together.
Welcome New Members! Please join us for this online meeting where you'll have the opportunity to meet board members, hear from a tenured member about their experience and learn more about the benefits of ATD and how to access our resources!
Orientation is facilitated by members of ATD Nebraska's Membership team.
AI, green technology, and augmented reality aren’t just buzzwords—they’re transforming industries and redefining the skills organizations need to thrive.
Technical experts drive this innovation, but when they struggle to communicate their ideas clearly, it can lead to stalled projects, missed opportunities, and diminished collaboration.
For L&D professionals, this is a strategic opportunity: equipping technical staff with strong presentation and communication skills amplifies their impact and accelerates organizational success.
In this session, you’ll learn why speaker training for technical professionals should be a priority and how to design programs that deliver measurable value.
Speaker's Information: Neil Thompson, Founder Teach the Geek
Speaker's Bio: Neil is an engineer-turned-communication coach who helps STEM professionals become confident public speakers. After facing challenges explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences, he founded Teach the Geek, a platform dedicated to improving communication skills for technical experts.
Neil offers customized speaker training programs, hosts a podcast, and is a published author of book and articles in publications like Inc. Magazine.
One way to build your personal brand and get your name out there is by presenting in front of others. Whether you want to be a guest speaker in a college class, give a presentation for a non-profit organization’s monthly meeting, or deliver a breakout session at a conference, speaking opportunities abound. In this session, we’ll discuss where to find speaking opportunities, how to position yourself, and tips and tricks for making a great submission.
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the talent development landscape, yet many HR and L&D professionals feel uncertain about how to navigate this change responsibly and effectively.
This interactive webinar demystifies AI literacy and provides practical guidance for enabling AI productivity while maintaining critical safety and governance standards.
Speaker's Information: John Rood, CEOwner Proceptual
Speaker's Bio: John Rood is the Founder of Proceptual, where he specializes in AI governance and safety. He teaches these subjects at Michigan State University and the University of Chicago, sharing his expertise with the next generation of leaders. As a Certified AI Systems Auditor, John has conducted AI audit, governance, and training projects for a diverse range of organizations, from Global 50 corporations to innovative startups.
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