• Recognize and Reward: The Impact of Informal Learning Recognition

    What if informal learning experiences were as valued and as recognized as formal training?     Your employees might be more engaged in continuous growth and development!  Informal learning recognition is all about acknowledging and valuing the skills and knowledge people gain outside of traditional (formal) training programs. This includes learning from everyday experiences like ... Read more

  • Red, White, and Brew: Coffee Chat Social

    Join us for a special coffee chat on July 5th called "Red, White, and Brew: Coffee Chat Social." With many of us enjoying a long weekend, this session will be a relaxed, casual conversation. Maybe you have Friday picnic plans, but maybe you don't, or perhaps you are "across the pond" and looking for a ... Read more

  • Facilitation Mastery: Tips for Classroom Management

    Want to share your most effective classroom management techniques and learn new ones from peers?     Join us for an engaging coffee chat designed specifically for L&D professionals who also serve as facilitators. This session will be a vibrant exchange of stories, insights, and best practices in classroom management. As a facilitator, you know ... Read more

  • AI: Your New Instructional Design Sidekick

    Wondering what all the fuss is about AI? You're not alone! The question is not if AI can help us, but how?     In this workshop: We will address AI's capabilities and limitations, such as understanding and mitigating issues like hallucinations and automation bias, ensuring you use these tools with confidence and accuracy. Starting ... Read more

  • Creating Effective “Buddy Programs”

    Imagine starting a new job and having a friendly, knowledgeable guide by your side to help you navigate those first crucial weeks. That's the power of a well-crafted buddy program. However, while we mean well when it comes to assigning a buddy during the onboarding process, there are several challenges that get in the way. ... Read more

  • Implementing Active Learning Circles for Leadership Development

    Think about participants not just sitting through another typical training session but actively engaging, solving real organizational problems, and growing together. That's the magic of active learning circles! What is an action learning circle? An action learning circle or set is a structured group process where participants work together to solve real problems that are ... Read more

  • Cracking the Code of Learning Impact

    Curious About Cracking the Code of Learning Impact? Sure you are. Let's tackle the challenges of learning evaluation head-on! Join us for an engaging AMA session with Alaina Szlachta, author and expert in the field of learning measurement. In this Coffee Chat, titled "Cracking the Code of Learning Impact," we will delve into the honest ... Read more

  • Making Compliance Training Interesting. (Is it possible?)

    Do you find it challenging to create engaging compliance training from dry, mandated material? Are you running out of creative ideas? The struggle is real! Compliance training is often seen as a necessary evil—essential but uninspiring. Yet, it's crucial for ensuring safety, legal adherence, and ethical behavior within organizations. How can we, as L&D professionals, ... Read more

  • Taking a New Approach to Book Clubs

    Are you struggling to engage participants or even sign up for your book clubs? You're not alone. When it comes to book clubs, everyone means well, but it can be challenging to capture the interest of busy professionals. Let’s gather to discuss how we can revitalize book clubs as powerful learning tools and make them ... Read more

  • Using AI As Your Effective Research Sidekick

    We've all heard it, and probably even told others: "Do your own research." But when it comes down to it, where should you start? How do you know you're getting information that’s objective, or if you're just stuck in an echo chamber? Together, let's break down the essential components of conducting research, including identifying credible ... Read more

  • Navigating Change: How L&D Can Help Steer the Course

    Is your organization constantly in a state of flux, leaving your people struggling to keep up with the changes? Join this coffee chat to explore how L&D can become a strategic partner in navigating change effectively. We’ll discuss how to design learning programs that help employees adapt, empower managers to lead through change and ensure ... Read more

  • L&D Round Table: Deep Dives into Ecosystems, Measurement & Busyness

    Join us for an engaging and unique L&D Round Table featuring three expert guest speakers, each leading a small group discussion on critical topics shaping the future of learning. You’ll have the unique opportunity to rotate through intimate conversations about AI in learning ecosystems, learning measurement, and taking stock and reconnecting with ourselves. You'll dive deep ... Read more