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Are you attending the ATD International Conference &Expo (a.k.a. ATD25 or ICE) in Washington D.C.? Lucky you! Before you pack your bags, join fellow attendees from the Midwest for a casual virtual meetup. It's a great chance to connect, share tips for navigating the event, and get excited together—whether it’s your first ATD or your fifteenth. You’ll walk away with new connections and helpful insights to make the most of your time in D.C.!
Join Stephanie Blakemore to learn more!!
The Sales Enablement Community of Practice is a gathering of industry experts all focused on the same thing: driving predictable sales performance. Come to learn what has worked for others in different stages of their companies' growth.
Networking and collaboration in sales enablement is crucial because it helps you keep pace with the latest trends and changes in the evolving sales landscape. This way, you can adjust your enablement approach to continue improving your sales team’s performance.
The group will meet the last Wednesday of the month, 5:30pm - 7:00pm at Stories Coffee Company.
In order to make this a valuable experience, this is for sales enablement professionals only.
Data-Driven L&D Strategies: Using data analytics to inform and optimize learning programs
Our speaker for this event is Debbie Petru.
Debbie Petru is the Director of Talent Development at Heritage Communities, overseeing the learning strategy at 17 locations across four states. She designed and co-facilitates a virtual manager training program with 125 graduates and an 80% retention rate. Debbie also leads the Career Advancement Program (CAP), a year-long apprenticeship for caregivers, which has reduced nursing turnover by 20% and earned national recognition. She collaborates with managers to identify leadership development opportunities and drives frontline engagement through the Heritage Always Learning Academy (HALA). A past president of the Nebraska chapter for the Association for Talent Development (ATD), Debbie enjoys family time, outdoor activities, movies, and community service. She is currently working on relaunching her website and authoring her first book.
This event is in partnership with ATD Central Iowa
This event is FREE for ATD Nebraska Members using the member code found here and $29 for Non-Members. For additional details and to register for this event, please visit ATD Central Iowa's event page here.
Providing Feedback: Is there a science to providing feedback?
This session brings awareness to one of the most important leadership activities. Feedback is a method of communication between employee and leader in which both parties dialogue expectations, measure progress against goals and discuss ways to improve. During this dynamic session, leaders discover why many attempts at feedback fail. They learn a tool for ensuring that the feedback they provide, whether positive or corrective, has the best possible chance for success. Learning Objectives:
Understand that feedback is neither negative or positive- it's a method of communication. They will be able to dialogue expectations, measure progress against goals, and discuss ways to improve. They will have tools and skills to implement immediately after the session. Why most attempts at feedback fall short Formula for providing feedback Model that visualizes barriers to feedback and illuminates opportunities Formula for receiving feedback
Speaker's Information: Kylie Gottschalk Speaker's Bio: Kylie cares about creating learning environments that are welcoming, engaging, and supportive. She has 12 years of experience in legislative advocacy, community organizing, and education within public and nonprofit sectors. She holds a Master of Science degree in Leadership Development with an emphasis in Talent Development from Drake University and a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and Public Relations from the University of Northern Iowa. (Full bio on ATD Central Iowa site).
Are you looking for a groundbreaking training solution that can effectively influence employee decision making? Look no further! In this breakout session, participants will explore an innovative training technique that utilizes the power of decision making to generate positive behavior change.
Imagine the excitement and engagement you felt when reading a choose your own adventure book for the first time. You had the opportunity to step into the shoes of the main character and make choices that determined the outcome of the story. This immersive experience is invaluable, and we can harness its power for effective learning.
In this session, we will introduce a digital and revamped choose your own adventure story, specifically tailored to the workplace environment. By utilizing a simple survey tool, participants will navigate through authentic scenarios, making decisions that impact the storyline. This gamified approach to learning provides a simulated experience with multiple decision points, allowing participants to actively engage in the training process.
About the Speaker:
Laura Greet is a Manager of Training Design for Union Pacific Railroad. In this role, Laura designs training solutions to meet customer needs. She specializes in computer-based training, gamification, and evaluation. Laura's approach to training solutions is truly unique as she explores ways to meet learning needs through the innovative use of technology. Laura is highly focused on using tools readily available to employees while discovering new and inventive ways to utilize those tools.
As we navigate an ever-evolving professional landscape, how do we ignite new possibilities?
By embracing continuous learning, staying adaptable, seeking out fresh opportunities, and fostering strong connections with peers and mentors, we can spark innovation and growth. A positive mindset and a commitment to development empower us to overcome challenges and achieve success.
At our 2025 ATD Nebraska Regional Conference, you'll gain valuable insights and tools through tailored professional development tracks designed to fuel your potential. Join us as we Ignite Possibilities Together!
Click here for full details, including the list of our keynote speakers.
If you are interested in bringing a team of more than five (5) Members or Non-members from the same company, email us at contactus@atdnebraska.org for group discount information and invoicing.
Registration ends September 12.
ATD Nebraska, P.O. Box 85793 Lincoln, NE 68501-5793 | (402) 850-6710 | contactus@atdnebraska.org
