Monday, May 18, at a Glance

Mainstage

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The Next Renaissance Former head of Go To Market for OpenAI Zack Kass has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence’s global transformation for more than 15 years. Kass will share a positive vision of AI that offers the potential for game-changing innovation, opportunity, and human potential. 8–9:30 a.m., West Hall, Level One

The Next Renaissance
Former head of Go To Market for OpenAI Zack Kass has been at the forefront of artificial intelligence’s global transformation for more than 15 years. Kass will share a positive vision of AI that offers the potential for game-changing innovation, opportunity, and human potential.
8–9:30 a.m., West Hall, Level One

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Book Signing With Zack Kass Monday’s keynote speaker, Zack Kass, will be signing copies of his book at 10:30 a.m. in the 309 Foyer. Capacity is limited, so get there early!

Book Signing With Zack Kass
Monday’s keynote speaker, Zack Kass, will be signing copies of his book at 10:30 a.m. in the 309 Foyer. Capacity is limited, so get there early!

Monday at the EXPO

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Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Location: South Hall Lobby, Level One

Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: South Hall Lobby, Level One

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Brew & Steep Stations. Coffee and tea will be available throughout the EXPO hours. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Coffee and dessert will be served from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Brew & Steep Stations. Coffee and tea will be available throughout the EXPO hours.
Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Coffee and dessert will be served from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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Headshot Lounge , sponsored by LinkedIn Get a free professional headshot. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (at the end of the 2300–2400 aisle)

Headshot Lounge, sponsored by LinkedIn
Get a free professional headshot.
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (at the end of the 2300–2400 aisle)

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Bark Break, sponsored by Evolve Solutions Group 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (at the Puppy Playground)

Bark Break, sponsored by Evolve Solutions Group
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (at the Puppy Playground)

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TD for Good Turn inspiration into good. In the spirit of the ATD Talent Development for Good Award, this space celebrates and recognizes organizations that leverage TD to improve lives, strengthen communities, and serve society in powerful ways. Stop by to participate in a hands-on activity supporting the Los Angeles host community. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TD for Good
Turn inspiration into good. In the spirit of the ATD Talent Development for Good Award, this space celebrates and recognizes organizations that leverage TD to improve lives, strengthen communities, and serve society in powerful ways. Stop by to participate in a hands-on activity supporting the Los Angeles host community.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday at The ATD Exchange

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Hours: 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Location:Concourse Hall, Level One

Hours: 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Location:Concourse Hall, Level One

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Table Talks 10:45–11:30 a.m., “Gaining Buy-in and Leading Change” 2:15–3 p.m., “Navigating an LMS Transition” 3:30–4:15 p.m., “Global Perspectives on Certification: Wondering How Best to Define Your Skills in a Global Market?”

Table Talks
10:45–11:30 a.m., “Gaining Buy-in and Leading Change”
2:15–3 p.m., “Navigating an LMS Transition”
3:30–4:15 p.m., “Global Perspectives on Certification: Wondering How Best to Define Your Skills in a Global Market?”

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Note: The Table Talks have limited capacity and are first-come, first-served.

Note: The Table Talks have limited capacity and are first-come, first-served.

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Ask Me Anything 10–10:30 a.m., “Influencing Stakeholders and Driving Change,” Michael Dorsey 11–11:30 a.m., “Let’s Talk Skilled Trades,” with JD Dillon and Diane Elkins 2–2:30 p.m. “Instructional Designers: Best Questions for a Great Needs Assessment,” with Jeff Suprenant 3–3:30 p.m., “Modernizing Your L&D Tech Stack,” with Destery Hildenbrand 5–5:30 p.m., “Let It Go to Grow: Delegation as a Leadership Skill”

Ask Me Anything
10–10:30 a.m., “Influencing Stakeholders and Driving Change,” Michael Dorsey
11–11:30 a.m., “Let’s Talk Skilled Trades,” with JD Dillon and Diane Elkins
2–2:30 p.m. “Instructional Designers: Best Questions for a Great Needs Assessment,” with Jeff Suprenant
3–3:30 p.m., “Modernizing Your L&D Tech Stack,” with Destery Hildenbrand
5–5:30 p.m., “Let It Go to Grow: Delegation as a Leadership Skill”

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Meet Ups 1:15–2 p.m., Healthcare Professionals 3:15–4 p.m., E-Learning Professionals 4:45–5:30 p.m., Government Professionals

Meet Ups
1:15–2 p.m., Healthcare Professionals
3:15–4 p.m., E-Learning Professionals
4:45–5:30 p.m., Government Professionals

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Overview of the Talent Development Capability Model 12:15–12:45 p.m.

Overview of the Talent Development Capability Model
12:15–12:45 p.m.

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APTD and CPTD Recertification Simplified Theater session, 2:15–2:45 p.m.

APTD and CPTD Recertification Simplified
Theater session, 2:15–2:45 p.m.

Monday in the ATD Store

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Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: South Lobby, Level One

Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: South Lobby, Level One

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Author Chats Join us in the ATD Store as popular speakers and authors chat about their books, then stay to get your book signed by the author. Find session descriptions in the conference app.

Author Chats
Join us in the ATD Store as popular speakers and authors chat about their books, then stay to get your book signed by the author. Find session descriptions in the conference app.

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10–10:45 a.m. “Beyond the Surface: A Guide to the Emotional Connection Series,” with Lola Gershfeld, Niamh Hannan, and Polina Marian. Sponsored by EmC Leaders.

10–10:45 a.m. “Beyond the Surface: A Guide to the Emotional Connection Series,” with Lola Gershfeld, Niamh Hannan, and Polina Marian. Sponsored by EmC Leaders.

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11–11:45 a.m. “The Emotional Intelligence Edge: Four Skills, Four Tactics to Drive Agility, Collaboration, and Executive in the Age of AI,” with Kevin Kruse. Sponsored by LEADx.

11–11:45 a.m. “The Emotional Intelligence Edge: Four Skills, Four Tactics to Drive Agility, Collaboration, and Executive in the Age of AI,” with Kevin Kruse. Sponsored by LEADx.

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2:15–3 p.m. “Deliver: Why Some Leaders Get Results and Most Don’t,” with Russ Hill. Sponsored by Lone Rock Leadership.

2:15–3 p.m. “Deliver: Why Some Leaders Get Results and Most Don’t,” with Russ Hill. Sponsored by Lone Rock Leadership.

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Author Meet and Greets Stop by the ATD Store to meet authors, have your books signed, and network with fellow conference-goers.

Author Meet and Greets
Stop by the ATD Store to meet authors, have your books signed, and network with fellow conference-goers.

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12:15 – 12:45 p.m. Vanessa Milara Alzate Elaine Biech Michael L. Dorsey Luke Goetting Cindy Huggett Gwen Navarrete Klapperich Kristal Markle-Temons Sandra Mashihi Vince Molinaro Kenneth Nowack Becky Pike Pluth Dan Pontefract Debbie Richards Sarah Skidmore Alaina Szlachta Erin Thorp Jevon Wooden

12:15–12:45 p.m.
Vanessa Milara Alzate
Elaine Biech
Michael L. Dorsey
Luke Goetting
Cindy Huggett
Gwen Navarrete Klapperich
Kristal Markle-Temons
Sandra Mashihi
Vince Molinaro
Kenneth Nowack
Becky Pike Pluth
Dan Pontefract
Debbie Richards
Sarah Skidmore
Alaina Szlachta
Erin Thorp
Jevon Wooden

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5:30–6 p.m. Christopher Allen Michael Allen Britt Andreatta Bianca Baumann Brandon Carson Kevin Eikenberry Julie Winkle Giulioni Jonathan Halls Bev Kaye Katrina Kennedy Michelle Lentz Sardek Love Koreen J. Pagano Patti Phillips Tami Reiss Mike Taylor Carla Torgerson Megan Torrance

5:30–6 p.m.
Christopher Allen
Michael Allen
Britt Andreatta
Bianca Baumann
Brandon Carson
Kevin Eikenberry
Julie Winkle Giulioni
Jonathan Halls
Bev Kaye
Katrina Kennedy
Michelle Lentz
Sardek Love
Koreen J. Pagano
Patti Phillips
Tami Reiss
Mike Taylor
Carla Torgerson
Megan Torrance

Global Village

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Join colleagues interested in global exchange and meet with fellow professionals from other countries. 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Concourse Foyer, Level One

Join colleagues interested in global exchange and meet with fellow professionals from other countries.
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Concourse Foyer, Level One

Sensory Room

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Need to recharge, reduce stress, or take a moment to yourself? The Sensory Room provides space for you to rejuvenate your senses and enhance your overall conference experience. 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Room 513, Level Two

Need to recharge, reduce stress, or take a moment to yourself? The Sensory Room provides space for you to rejuvenate your senses and enhance your overall conference experience.
7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Room 513, Level Two

Prayer and Meditation Rooms

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These rooms provide a space for spiritual purposes. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Rooms 508B (women) and 508C (men), Level Two

These rooms provide a space for spiritual purposes.
7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Rooms 508B (women) and 508C (men), Level Two

Conference Team Connection Center

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Visit the center for exclusive networking opportunities for your team. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., EXPO

Visit the center for exclusive networking opportunities for your team.
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., EXPO

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Read more about ATD26 at conferencedaily.td.org .

Read more about ATD26 at conferencedaily.td.org.