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Focusing on these six critical elements will foster environments where every individual will have a more successful and meaningful career.

Maximizing Your Leadership Career

Explore methods, techniques, and tools to boost team productivity and foster collective intelligence in companies. We'll focus on the role of thinking preference, essential practices for improved performance, and creating a collaborative environment with open communication to achieve greater productivity and innovation in high-performing teams.
During this event you will learn to:

Foster collaboration, establish shared goals, and promote trust and communication to accelerate team performance.
Empower teams, and benefit from the value of diversity and continuous learning in building collective intelligence.
Cultivate high-performing teams that drive innovation and success.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical insights and actionable strategies to amplify your team's performance and cultivate collective intelligence through Whole Brain® Thinking. Whether you're a team leader, manager, or co-worker, this webinar will equip you with the tools and knowledge to unlock your team's full potential in today's competitive landscape. Register now to secure your spot!
 

Team Synergy Unleashed: Amplify Performance and Cultivate Collective Intelligence

What is ATD’s Leadership Development Day?
ATD’s Leadership Development Day is a free virtual event that offers you the opportunity to hear from top minds in leadership development. You’ll hear leading organizations and solution providers share real-world case studies and actionable insights. During our day of engaging sessions, you’ll learn practical strategies and connect with industry experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your leadership development programs.

Who is it for?
Anyone responsible for developing leaders in their organization. Whether you’re creating a new program from the ground up or interested in transforming an existing program, this event will have relevant insights and practical takeaways for you.
Leadership Development Day Agenda
10:05 - 10:45 a.m.
Shifting the Leadership Culture: A Strategic Imperative
Today's employees want collaborative workplaces in which they are seen, heard, respected, and valued. They will no longer tolerate a command-and-control leadership style. Many organizations must now transform their leadership cultures to retain and attract the best talent. In this discussion, we’ll focus on shifting an organization's leadership culture, share how effective training programs support this shift, and define the meaningful measures that show the impact of this cultural shift.
Join this session to:

Identify the key characteristics of human-centered leadership and how they lead to positive outcomes.
Define drivers for shifting the leadership culture.
Apply four key elements for cultivating a culture.
Define a leadership development framework to build the talent pipeline.
Evaluate the impact of leadership development programs. 

Speakers
Yasmin Gutierrez, Senior Manager of Learning Experience & Acceleration, WM
Rico Maranto, Senior Manager, Leadership Development, WM
11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Leadership Skills in the Age of AI
Leadership is rapidly evolving - and AI is accelerating the pace of change.
But the same technologies that are driving this change, can also be harnessed to help managers develop their skills, and lead more effectively.
In this practical session, we'll explore real-world case studies of AI innovation in leadership development, see a live demo of voice AI helping a manager develop their soft skills, and share a brand new AI maturity model that gives a glimpse into the future of leadership development.
During this event, you will:

Learn how leadership skills are evolving in the age of AI
See practical, real-world examples of AI supporting people leaders
Take away an AI maturity framework for leadership development teams

Speaker
James Cross, Co-founder, Tenor
12:15 - 1:00 p.m.
One Size Fits None: How Assessments Personalize Development
Is your leadership development missing the mark? Discover how assessments can transform one-size-fits-all programs into powerful, personalized experiences. You’ll learn how to use data-driven insights to create "a-ha!" moments, uncover leaders' unique strengths and growth areas, and weave personalized insights into every stage of development. Gain fresh perspectives and practical tactics to reimagine your leadership programs, ensuring every moment counts and delivers real behavior change.
During this event, we will:

Discover how assessment data and insights change the game for leadership development.
Understand the different assessment types and applications for leaders.
Explore ways to personalize and design transformative development experiences

Speaker
Monica Corbitt Rivers, Managing Consultant, DDI
1:15 - 2:00 p.m.
Panel: Developing Future Leaders: Insights from Industry Experts
This session focuses on the essential skills required to develop successful future leaders. Learn from a variety of industry leaders as they share personal anecdotes and expert insights on policies, supporting programs such as coaching, mentoring, and upskilling, and best practices for leadership development. Attendees will gain insights into fostering these crucial skills and effective strategies that will nurture the next generation of leaders.
Join this session to:

Discover the latest information on leadership development from industry experts and the opportunity to compare best practices.
Learn effective strategies from varied industries leaders to support the success of the next generation.
Review existing leadership development programs and determine opportunities for growth in your organization.
Identify the elements needed to create best-in-class leadership development programs.

Moderator
Katie Sheketoff, Director of Global Leadership Development, Marriott International
Panelists
Jim Hemgen, Talent Development Director, Booz Allen
Sarah Sprott, Senior Director of Talent Development, Candid
Darryl Cross, US Executive Sales Coach, Norton Rose Fulbright
Don Stanley, Director, Learning & Leadership Development, Grainger
2:15 - 3:00 p.m.
Fueling Growth and Success Through Investing in Leadership Pipeline
This session will focus on Grainger’s approach to building leaders with an enterprise mindset to deliver business results today and into the future.
Join this session to:

Summarize a framework for organizing leaders (Stages of Leadership Framework).
Understand Grainger’s enterprise leader framework for aspiring senior leaders.
Learn about Grainger’s learning solutions for all leaders and differentiated development programs.
Discover how executive leaders invest in high potential talent.

Speakers
Don Stanley, Director, Learning & Leadership Development, Grainger
Susana Sipes, Talent Management & Org Effectiveness, Grainger

ATD's Leadership Development Day

For far too long, DISC training programs have been one-and-done experiences. People take an assessment, participate in a training program, and with any luck, walk away with styles that stick. As training professionals, we know that’s not how learning works. In this webinar, we will explore nine DISC-based training programs and certifications that dive deeper. Discover sessions that connect the DISC styles to emotional intelligence for individuals and enhance team dynamics for groups. You’ll be introduced to programs that enable leaders and salespeople to apply the styles in their daily interactions, along with DISC-based programs for managing conflict and fostering innovation. Coaches will find a program that integrates DISC into the coaching process, and you’ll see how e-learning and an award-winning styles-based training video can reinforce DISC insights and skills. Join us in this webinar and learn how to embed the styles into the fabric of your organizational culture.
In this webinar, you will:
• Discover a fresh approach to the DISC styles using the memorable Eagles, Parrots, Doves, and Owls to bring the styles to life.
• Learn how to apply the DISC styles in a way that is engaging, effective, and long-lasting.
• Explore nine style-based training programs that can be led by you or Take Flight Learning facilitators.
• Understand why thousands of trainers have transitioned to this dynamic ecosystem of DISC training programs, profiles, videos, and e-learning resources.

DEMO: DISC Reimagined: DISCover 9 DISC Training Programs & Certifications

How do you create a culture of belonging, now an essential for attracting top talent in healthcare and reducing burnout? This webinar will explore foundational principles for fostering a culture of belonging and well-being within healthcare organizations.

Key takeaways:
 • Define the four principles of a culture of well-being and belonging in healthcare.
 • Describe the foundational beliefs of a culture of belonging and well-being in healthcare settings.
 • Identify practical strategies for taking action and creating a culture of well-being and belonging on your teams.
 

Fostering a Culture of Belonging in Healthcare: Prioritizing Wellbeing and Connection

Lighten Up! Fostering Levity and Connection in Virtual Events

These days, meeting online is the only option. But how can you help people feel connected to each other? We will explore some ideas for how to bring levity to your regular meetings as well as create online events that will help you make personal connections with colleagues. Bring your ideas and success stories too. There will be time for sharing with the group. Less a presentation about and more of an experience of, this will be a workshop you won't want to miss!

Participants will:

Experience how connection is fostered among meeting participants.
Gather new ideas for online events focused on fostering interpersonal connections.
Have the opportunity to share their ideas and best practices.


Higher Ed: Lighten Up! Fostering Levity and Connection in Virtual Events

Discover the transformative power of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging within your organization. In this webinar, Nycci Jones and Audrey Erker will delve into the tools, strategies, and best practices driving the ERG Advantage. You’ll explore the purpose, structure, measurement, and importance of ERGs that enable your organization to thrive in an increasingly diverse and dynamic workplace.

During this event, you will:
• Recognize the role of ERGs in fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.
• Describe how ERGs contribute to employee retention and talent development.
• Illustrate the stages of creating sustainable ERGs in your organization.
• Discuss the importance of regularly evaluating your ERGs.
• Identify steps to measure impact and success. 

Elevating Inclusivity and Belonging: The Employee Resource Group (ERG) Advantage

Understanding trauma and its effects empowers these developers to create environments that foster employee well-being, engagement, and value creation. In this article, we delve into the concept of trauma, its effects on employees, and how trauma-info

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