Chapter of the Month
Congratulations to the October Chapter of the Month, Kansas City!
KANSAS CITY CHAPTER: Collaborating for Certification: Building a Multichapter Study Group that Supports APTD® and CPTD® Success
SUMMARY: The Kansas City Chapter Multi-Chapter Certification Study Group is a collaborative, learner-led program that supports APTD and CPTD candidates through a blended model of self-study, peer learning, and coached feedback. By shifting from a traditional facilitator-led format to a scalable, multichapter approach, the program expanded access, increased engagement, and empowered participants to take ownership of their learning. With significant growth in participation, global reach, and a strong pipeline from candidate to facilitator, this initiative demonstrates how cross-chapter collaboration can drive certification success, build community, and create sustainable leadership development pathways.
YEAR: 2026
Each Chapter of the Month receives the following:
$500 cash prize
Profile on the Chapter of the Month homepage
Letter from the ATD president and CEO
Use of press release banner and press release
Public recognition at the ATD Chapter Leaders Conference (ALC)
Listing in the ALC program
Use of the Chapter of the Month logo
Recognition in the Leader Connection Newsletter
If your chapter has had a Sharing Our Success (SOS) submission accepted, is CARE achieved, and have not been featured recently as Chapter of the Month (within 18 months), you might be the next chapter for this award!
The COM program is managed by the Chapter Recognition Committee (CRC). Visit the CRC webpage for more information about COM and committee contact information.
If you have questions, please see the FAQs or contact your chapter relations manager (CRM). We look forward to working with you!