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As the talent development field continues to grapple with the impact of AI, ATD’s talent development leader communities are finding their own unique ways to help their members upskill on AI. The ATD Forum’s Collaborative Approach to AI Best PracticesThe ATD Forum is a consortium for member organizations to connect, collaborate, and share, with the goal of leveraging proven practices to address organizational challenges and accelerate performance. As with all Forum content, their approach to AI is informed by the needs of their members. In 2025, the Forum formed a working group dedicated to AI practice and experimentation. This group aims to go beyond the theoretical and showcase specific ways that members such as Whole Foods Market, Accenture, and Gant Travel are already using AI in their talent development practices. Because Forum members have all signed a non-disclosure agreement, companies have been very open about sharing AI use-case details, such as prompt libraries and agent instructions.In addition to the bi-monthly meetings, the Forum’s AI cohort group also has access to the ATD Community platform. This allows members to collaborate in between meetings and share questions and resources related to AI as they emerge in real time.Outside of the cohort group, the Forum is helping members upskill on AI through quarterly roundtables that bring in experts in the field to share their insights on the current AI landscape. These roundtable sessions are smaller and more interactive than traditional webinars, making them a great way for members to ask questions of and get facetime with AI thought leaders, as well as continuing to connect with other Forum members who are interested in AI.The Forum also fields an annual survey that asks members about the impact and usage of AI in their talent development programs. This allows Forum members to track usage over time and access up-to-date information on other members’ practices, so they can reach out to peer companies with specific questions or challenges. Forum members can also field surveys on specific AI or learning tech questions as they emerge throughout the year.You’ll find all related materials—cohort resources, recordings, surveys, and curated AI content from ATD and the field—on a dedicated landing page inside the Forum’s members-only site. Forum members are also encouraged to reach out to each other directly to brainstorm and collaborate on AI-related questions as needed.CTDO’s Tools for Leading Talent Development in AI StrategyCTDO is ATD’s premier membership for talent development executives who want to shape the future of the profession. This network of global learning leaders focuses on transformations that are influencing the field, including skills-based talent development, the expanding role of the TD leader, and how to reimagine traditional career journeys for the future of work. In 2025, AI topped the list of transformations CTDO explored, and the community developed a series of practical tools to help the talent development profession navigate this significant disruption. These resources were designed to move beyond theory, giving TD leaders the frameworks and methods they need to evaluate, adopt, and apply AI with confidence. Together, these tools provide TD leaders a practical roadmap for leveraging AI to drive workforce capability, organizational performance, and business credibility. They include the following, among others:Are You Ready to Be in the AI Strategy Conversation? This self-assessment is structured as a practical checklist across 13 dimensions, including AI literacy, alignment with business goals, ethical governance, change management, and workforce analytics. It provides a clear picture of where a TD function stands today and what gaps must be addressed to lead confidently in an AI-enabled workplace. AI Job Impact Toolkit. As AI continues to reshape the workplace, talent professionals face a critical challenge: understanding how AI will affect the jobs and skills within their organization. This toolkit helps the TD function navigate that challenge with clarity, consistency, and strategic insight.Six Essentials to Keep Talent Development at the Center of AI. As organizations adopt AI, TD professionals must secure their role in shaping AI strategies. Follow these steps to ensure TD remains central to AI-driven workforce transformation.AI for Strategic Readiness. This toolset helps talent development leaders move beyond reaction to strategy, pinpointing the areas where AI can create the most meaningful value and ensuring that implementation aligns with organizational priorities.CTDO follows a THINC approach to create content outputs, such as the tools mentioned previously for the profession. Together, the community discusses, shares best practices, and learns about each Transformation. Then, they determine the Necessary Changes and New Capabilities required to ensure the success of talent development in the future.Explore how the ATD Forum and CTDO senior leader communities can help you stay ahead in AI practices and strategy.

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As a talent development leader, you might be looking for a more curated experience at ATD’s largest annual conference. You are now in a role where instead of designing, training, and facilitating, you are leading a team of L&D professionals. When you plan your ATD25 experience in a few weeks, the sessions that will be best for you are the ones that incorporate the expectations of your leadership role.~Look no further than the Talent Development Leader (TDL) track~The TDL experience is now in its third year of helping TD leaders stay ahead of the curve with curated content, meaningful networking, and solutions tailored to your role. The comprehensive track includes interactive Forum programming, a dedicated networking room, and 10 exclusive concurrent sessions built for leaders just like you. Whether you’re looking to connect with peers, exchange ideas, or explore emerging trends and tools, this is the place to be! For a quick glance at the schedule and offerings, check out the official TDL programming page. Otherwise, here is a breakdown of what to expect at this year’s conference in Washington, DC.Forum Sessions: A Hot TicketATD25 features five exclusive Forum sessions hosted by the ATD Forum, a membership community for senior TD professionals. These interactive sessions use practical tools to ensure attendees can apply insights directly in their organizations. This is where peer insight meets innovation, as you will hear directly from established TD leaders who will provide immediate feedback, tools, and resources to elevate your own leadership and organizational learning function. Insider tip: Because of their hands-on format, demand for these sessions is high (one of the sessions is even being offered twice!). Although we wish everyone could sit in on these sessions, seating is limited. Make sure to arrive early!Sessions:Fueling Growth and Success Through Talent Investments Monday, May 19, at 11:30 a.m.Want Solutions That Work? Do a Deep Dive Monday, May 19, at 1 p.m. & Tuesday, May 20, at 1 p.m.Connect, Collaborate, Share: Unleash Innovative Performance Opportunities With Peer Benchmarking Tuesday, May 20, at 2 p.m.Unlock Your Organization’s Potential Using the Wow Factor Wednesday, May 21, at 9:30 a.m.In the Room Where It Happens (Room 102)The Talent Development Leader Networking Room is your conference home base. Open from Monday to Wednesday, Room 102 offers refreshments, a quiet space to reflect or recharge, and opportunities to engage in both facilitated networking sessions and casual conversations. Personally, the TDL networking room changed my life. It’s where I connected with another professional who held the key to solving a problem in one of my projects. You can read all about that story here, or you can take my word for it: The TDL networking room is the place to be. Room Hours:Monday–Tuesday: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.Wednesday: 8–11 a.m.Facilitated Sessions You Don’t Want to MissThese sessions spotlight real-world case studies, hot topics, and tools for today’s TD challenges. (Again, seating is limited, so make sure you plan accordingly.) Session Schedule:The Power of Compassion-Driven Leadership: Insights From Japan with Tadahiro Wakasugi from GLOBIS Corporation, sponsored by GLOBIS Monday, May 19, at 1 p.m.Crafting a Dynamic Onboarding Journey for Executive Leaders with Alissa Weiher and Mackenzie Friday, UCHealth Monday, May 19, at 4:30 p.m.The Science of Great Teams: How to Create a Culture of Psychological Safety with Britt Andreatta Tuesday, May 20, at 11:30 a.m.AI in Action: Real-World Insights From TD Leaders with Markus Bernhardt Tuesday, May 20, at 2 p.m.Improve Your Storytelling – and L&D Results – With “Garlic Press” Questions with Deb Arnold Tuesday, May 20, at 4 p.m.What’s Your Organization’s Conflict Cocktail? A Guided Conversation for L&D Leaders with Karin B. Hurt and David M. Dye Wednesday, May 21, at 8 a.m.*All sessions will occur in Room 102 on Level 1 of the conference center*Invite-Only Experiences for Senior LeadersThe remainder of the TDL programming sessions are invite-only for those participating in ATD’s senior leader communities: ATD Forum, CTDO, and the ATD-Penn GSE Talent Development Executive Certificate. Learn more about ATD’s TD leader communities here.Stay Engaged All Year With ATD Talent Development Leader While the conference is only a few days long, Talent Development Leader is more than just a conference track! As ATD’s professional development brand for people leading learning in their organization, TDL provides you with cutting-edge industry insight, advice from leaders doing the work, budding research, and more. Subscribe to the Talent Development Leader newsletter and get the tools you need to lead the future of learning. Don’t miss out on monthly articles, podcasts, webinars, and special events—such as our current collaboration with Thinkers50 Radar Class of 2025!See You at ATD25!Personally, I am counting the days until the conference starts on May 18. Make the most of your time at ATD25 by fully immersing yourself in the Talent Development Leader Experience. From exclusive sessions to invaluable connections, it’s your launchpad to greater impact and innovation in talent development.

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