Chapter Leader Community (CLC)

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Best Practices

Find best practices, resources, and programs that are easy to implement for every chapter.

Chapter of the Month

Sharing Our Success (SOS)

Chapter Excellence Awards

Administration

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Administration

Learn how your chapter can succeed, inspire, and grow through strong chapter administration and leadership. Access essential chapter and board development tools to take your chapter to the next level.

ATD Education/Chapter Partnership Program

Promote upcoming certificate programs and earn ChIP revenue. Chapters may also be eligible to receive a complimentary registrat... Learn More
Chapter Speaker Resources

Identify speakers for chapter events, programs, and meetings through the Speakers Bureau and request form. This is kept current... Learn More
Wild Apricot Partnership

A partnership with Wild Apricot is available to provide membership, website, and event management services to chapters at a dis... Learn More
Toolkits

Toolkits should be disseminated to chapter leaders responsible for that functional area throughout the year and when new inform... Learn More

Finance

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Finance

Learn how to build a legacy for your chapter through financial success and stability. Use these resources to create a strong foundation.

Chapter Incentive Program (ChIP)

The Chapter Incentive Program (ChIP) is a revenue-sharing program that offers chapters an opportunity to earn additional revenue.
ATD Partnerships

Chapters can save money by taking advantage of ATD-established partnerships with Wild Apricot, InterCall, Corporate Sports, and Eventbrite. These partners offer a convenient w... Learn More

Membership

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Membership

Toolkits and free marketing and collateral materials are available to show chapter leaders how to market Power Membership.

Power Membership Resources

Power Membership can assist chapters with retaining current members and recruiting new members. Through joint membership, members can thrive within the talent development prof... Learn More
Chapter Membership on the ATD Store

To provide a streamlined customer experience, support joint membership efforts, and lessen administrative burdens for chapter leaders, chapter membership is now available for ... Learn More

Board Development

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Board Development

ATD offers professional development opportunities and resources for chapter leaders. Learn about chapter-related national committee opportunities and attend events specially for chapter leaders, such as the ATD Leadership Conference (ALC) and Chapter Leader Day at the annual International Conference & Exposition.

Board Development

Explore resources designed to provide board members with tools to flourish in their positions.
Chapter Webinars

Watch free webcasts that focus on leadership, management, and growth.
Chapter Leader Day

Take advantage of Chapter Leader Day at the annual International Conference & Exposition to network, share ideas, and learn abo... Learn More
ATD Chapter Leaders Conference (ALC)

Come to an annual conference designed exclusively for ATD chapter leaders! Current and incoming board members are invited to ne... Learn More
ATD Chapter Leaders Conference Program Advisory Committee (ALC PAC)

The ALC PAC, a national advisory committee composed of chapter leaders, works with ATD staff to develop and execute the annual ... Learn More
Chapter Recognition Committee (CRC)

The CRC, an ATD advisory committee composed of chapter leaders, is charged with identifying, recognizing, and sharing chapter b... Learn More

Communications & Marketing

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Communications & Marketing

Stay up-to-date about ATD by accessing the latest Leader Connection Newsletter (LCN), networking through social media groups, and requesting marketing materials.

Leader Connection Newsletter (LCN)

This monthly newsletter provides the news you need to run a successful chapter! Check your inbox each month for the LCN and acc... Learn More
Social Media

Connect with the ATD chapter services team and stay up-to-date on new information through social media.
Marketing and Branding Materials

ATD provides materials about ATD membership, programs, and initiatives, which chapters can distribute individually or on a tabl... Learn More
Free Content for Chapter Leaders

This page offers access to a variety of ATD blog summaries chapters can share with members for free through your chapter newsle... Learn More

Succession Planning

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Succession Planning

Succession planning describes the ongoing process of identifying and developing candidates for key chapter leadership positions to ensure the sustainability of the chapter. Review the available resources to support your chapter’s efforts to build a leadership pipeline and prepare for unexpected vacancies.

Recruitment

Effective recruitment strategies can support your efforts to grow chapter membership, engage new volunteers, and attract chapter leaders.
Succession Planning Resources

Onboarding is an opportunity for chapters to orient incoming board members to their roles, educate them about responsibilities and expectations, and familiarize them with the ... Learn More

CARE: ATD Chapter Affiliation Requirements

ATD Chapter Affiliation Requirements (CARE) are a set of performance guidelines designed to help chapters deliver consistent benefits to members. Learn how your chapter can succeed, inspire, and grow through strong chapter administration and leadership.

CARE: Chapter Affiliation Requirements

Power Membership Award Winners

2022 CARE Results

ATD's Commitment to Chapters