View and Register for A2ATD Events

A2ATD is committed to offering valuable, monthly educational programs along with networking opportunities for those in (or interested in) the training and development field. Our program topics are aligned with the ATD's Capability Model.


Events are usually the First Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) and program times can vary.  See each event description for virtual or in-person information as mode of delivery will vary based on the specific event.

Click here for Cancellation and Media policies.  Full details are listed when you click on each event title.  

A2ATD has been pre-approved by the ATD Certification Institute to offer educational programs that can be used towards initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials.  Email info@a2atd.org for information.

Upcoming Events

    • Wednesday, July 01, 2026
    • Monday, August 31, 2026



    We hope you find some time to relax and rejuvenate in July and August. We look forward to seeing you at our fall events. View and register for other events at this link: https://a2atd.org/events




    • Sunday, July 26, 2026
    • 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Virtual Meeting (Zoom)
    Register

    If you have heard about ATD's Capability Model, you may be ready to take the next step on your professional journey by becoming CPTD certified. 


    Ann Arbor ATD is here to support your goals with the

    CPTD Study Group for Fall 2026


    If you are ready to learn more about how our study group works, join us for our FREE information kickoff session on:

    July 26, 2026 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (Eastern Time)

    This is open to A2ATD members, non-members and to the general public.  You can get more details here: https://www.a2atd.org/CPTDStudyGroup

    You can also email us at certification@a2atd.org with questions.

    • Sunday, August 02, 2026
    • Sunday, October 11, 2026
    • 11 sessions
    • Virtual Meeting (Zoom)
    Register

    CPTD Study Group - Fall 2026



    Having a support system as you prepare for the CPTD exam can have a big impact on your success and we're here for you!  

    Ann Arbor ATD is hosting a study group for current CPTD candidates pursuing certification.  We welcome everyone, including those from our partner chapters Metro DC ATD, ATD Nebraska, ATD Long Island and ATD Nashville

    Cohort Details:

    The cohort will run on Sundays, 2 August 2025 to 11 October 2026 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM EST.  

    • This study group is aligned with testing window: 1 August 2026 to 31 October 2026 as well as the first weeks of testing window starting 1 October 2026 to 31 December 2026. 
    • Attend the free information session / kickoff on Sunday, 26 July 2026 at 6:30 PM EST to learn more!

    Prior to registration you must visit https://www.a2atd.org/CPTDStudyGroup and submit a short survey.  You will be contacted with more information as well as the code needed to register.  If you have additional questions, please email certification@a2atd.org

    We look forward to assisting you on your road to next level performance!

    • Thursday, September 03, 2026


    Mark your calendar for an upcoming in-person event, Thu Sep 3rd. 


    Additional Details to Come. 




    • Tuesday, September 08, 2026


    Mark your calendar for an upcoming virtual event, Tue Sep 8th. 


    Additional Details to Come. 




    • Thursday, October 01, 2026
    • 8:30 AM - 9:25 AM
    • Sweetwaters Cafe Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor
    • 29
    Register



    In-Person Coffee Chat: Connect and Grow with Us!

    Oct 1, 8:30 - 9:25 AM

    Hosted by: Joy Beatty

    Location & Address: Sweetwater Cafe 3393 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105


    Join us for a warm and welcoming coffee chat—an excellent opportunity for our members to connect and share in an informal setting! Whether you're a seasoned member or new to our community, this is the perfect chance to foster connections and learn more about what we have to offer.

    Meet your board, mingle with fellow TD professionals, and dive into meaningful conversations. This month, we’ll reflect on insights from our recent event and explore key takeaways applicable to our work and professional growth. Bring your ideas, celebrate successes, and seek support for challenges!


    Agenda:

    8:30 - 8:35 AM | Welcome & Grab Your Coffee
    8:35 - 9:20 AM | Discussion
    9:20 - 9:25 AM | Meeting Close


    Registration Details:

    • Ann Arbor Chapter Members: Free
    • Other MI ATD Chapters: Free
    • Student Members: Free
    • Non-Members/Guests: $10

      Please register by Sep.30th All attendees (including guests) must register in advance so we can make final preparations.


      Cancellations & Refunds:

      Cancellation refund requests will be accepted in writing when emailed to finance@a2atd.org up to 24 hours before the event start time.

      • Monday, October 12, 2026
      • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
      • Washtenaw Community College - Morris Lawrence Building
      Register



      2026 MI ATD Regional Conference

      Monday Oct 12th, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

      Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor MI


      Join Michigan’s talent development community for a full day focused on Change in L&D.
      MIATD26 brings together workplace learning professionals from across Michigan and neighboring regions to explore how we lead through change, uncertainty, and transformation in practical and human-centered ways.
      Hosted collaboratively by Ann Arbor ATD and ATD Detroit, with additional support from West Michigan ATD, partners and volunteers, MIATD26 continues to build connection, shared learning, and professional community across the region.


      Why Attend MIATD26?

      Whether you lead learning programs, design training, support organizational change, coach leaders, or help teams adapt to what’s next, MIATD26 is designed to give you practical ideas, fresh perspective, and meaningful professional connection.


      At MIATD26, you’ll have the opportunity to:

      • Explore timely conversations around change, AI, leadership, and workforce transformation
      • Connect with L&D, HR, OD, and talent professionals from across the region
      • Learn practical strategies you can bring back to your organization
      • Hear from speakers and practitioners navigating real workplace challenges
      • Build relationships across Michigan’s ATD community and beyond

        This Year’s Programming Will Center Around:

        • Organizational transformation
        • Human-centered leadership
        • AI and workforce evolution
        • Resilience and adaptability
        • Strategic influence and communication


        A Full-Day Experience Built for Learning, Connection, and Momentum MIATD26 will include a keynote experience, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, sponsor and exhibitor connections, and space to exchange ideas with peers who are facing many of the same questions and pressures.


        The day is designed to be practical, energizing, and community-centered, helping attendees leave with new ideas, useful connections, and renewed confidence for the future of work and learning.

        Who Should Attend?

        This event is designed for:

        • Learning & Development professionals
        • Talent Development leaders
        • Instructional Designers
        • HR and Organizational Development professionals
        • Training managers and facilitators
        • Consultants and coaches
        • Workplace learning strategists
        • Emerging and established leaders

        Registration:

          • MI ATD Chapter Members: Advanced Registration $150 by Sun. Aug 16th, Regular Registration $185
          • Student Members of MI ATD Chapters: $100
          • Non-Members: $225
          • MI ATD Conference Volunteer / Workers: $100

          Please register by Oct. 5, 2026. 
          All attendees (including guests) must register in advance so we can make facility and food arrangements.

          Expected attendance: approximately 80–100 workplace learning professionals from across Michigan and neighboring regions.

          Register early to save your spot. Space is limited, and advanced registration is available through Sunday, August 16, 2026.

          Location Details:

          Washtenaw Community College - Morris Lawrence Building

          4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

          Presenter Information and Agenda Coming Soon:

          Programming is currently being finalized. Keynote, speaker, sponsor, and agenda details will be announced as they are confirmed. Early registration is now open for those who want to reserve their spot.

          Interested in sponsoring MIATD26? Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations interested in supporting the talent development community across Michigan. Details are coming soon.

          • Thursday, November 05, 2026


          Mark your calendar for an upcoming in-person event, Thu Nov 5th. 


          Additional Details to Come. 




          • Monday, December 07, 2026
          • Friday, December 11, 2026



          Mark your calendar for Employee Learning Week December 7 - 11th!

          Additional Details to Come. 



        Past Events

        Thursday, June 11, 2026 A2ATD Summer Networking Happy Hour
        Monday, May 11, 2026 May Virtual Coffee Chat
        Thursday, May 07, 2026 Career Pathways in Talent Development Panel
        Friday, April 24, 2026 2026 Pre-ATD Michigan Speakers Conference
        Wednesday, April 08, 2026 April Virtual Coffee Chat
        Tuesday, March 10, 2026 March Coffee Chat (In-Person)
        Thursday, March 05, 2026 How to be More Effective in Your Instructional Design
        Thursday, February 26, 2026 February Coffee Chat (In-Person)
        Thursday, February 05, 2026 Navigating The Winds of Change
        Sunday, January 18, 2026 CPTD Study Group - Informational Kickoff Session
        Thursday, January 15, 2026 January Coffee Chat (Virtual)
        Thursday, January 08, 2026 State of the Industry Panel: What's Now & What's Next in L&D
        Monday, December 08, 2025 December Virtual Coffee Chat
        Thursday, December 04, 2025 L&D’s Role in the AI Transformation
        Wednesday, November 12, 2025 November Coffee Chat (In-Person)
        Thursday, November 06, 2025 Instructional Design for Employee Empowerment
        Monday, October 13, 2025 October Coffee Chat (In-Person)
        Thursday, October 02, 2025 MIATD 25 Regional Conference
        Monday, September 15, 2025 September Coffee Chat (In-Person)
        Thursday, September 04, 2025 Project Management: The #1 reason your projects are failing and what to do about it!
        Thursday, August 07, 2025 Ice Cream Social / Member Appreciation Event
        Sunday, July 27, 2025 CPTD Study Group - Informational Kickoff Session
        Tuesday, July 01, 2025 July Summer Break
        Thursday, June 05, 2025 A2ATD Summer 2025 Networking Happy Hour
        Friday, May 30, 2025 May Coffee Chat — IN PERSON!
        Thursday, May 01, 2025 Transforming Training with TechSmith: Video, Images & AI in Action
        Thursday, April 24, 2025 April Coffee Chat
        Friday, April 18, 2025 Pre-ATD25 Michigan Speakers Conference
        Friday, March 28, 2025 March Coffee Chat (IN PERSON!)
        Thursday, March 06, 2025 How To Improve Your Employee Experience Through Employee Journey Mapping
        Tuesday, February 18, 2025 February Coffee Chat
        Thursday, February 06, 2025 I am an imposter.
        Friday, January 24, 2025 January Coffee Chat
        Sunday, January 19, 2025 CPTD Study Group - Informational Kickoff Session
        Thursday, January 09, 2025 State of the Industry Panel: Insights into Learning’s Future
        Thursday, December 05, 2024 CPTD Study Group Celebration: 100+ Certified
        Monday, December 02, 2024 2024 Employee Learning Week (Dec 2–6)
        Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Krewes of Practice with ATD Baton Rouge
        Monday, November 18, 2024 November Coffee Chat (IN PERSON!)
        Thursday, November 07, 2024 Entrepreneurial Business of Learning Professionals, Consultants, and Leadership Coaches
        Friday, October 25, 2024 October Coffee Chat
        Tuesday, October 15, 2024 It's time to REFRESH! — October Mini-Conference Event
        Thursday, September 26, 2024 Career Connections Panel & Networking Event
        Thursday, September 05, 2024 Your Professional Blueprint: Build a Network to Learn, Leverage, Succeed
        Thursday, August 01, 2024 Sweeten Your Network: Summer Ice Cream Social
        Sunday, July 21, 2024 CPTD Study Group - Informational Kickoff Session
        Thursday, June 06, 2024 A2ATD Summer 2024 Networking Happy Hour
        Friday, May 24, 2024 May Coffee Chat
        Thursday, May 02, 2024 How to Earn a Seat at the Table
        Friday, April 19, 2024 April Coffee Chat (IN PERSON!)
        Friday, April 12, 2024 Pre-ATD24 Michigan Speakers Conference
        Friday, March 22, 2024 March Coffee Chat
        Tuesday, March 12, 2024 VR: What is it? Why use it? And experience it!
        Friday, February 23, 2024 February Coffee Chat
        Thursday, February 08, 2024 Harness AI to Transform Your Learning Ecosystem
        Friday, January 19, 2024 January New Year's Coffee Chat
        Sunday, January 14, 2024 CPTD Study Group - Informational Kickoff Session
        Thursday, January 11, 2024 Microlearning: What the heck is it – and 20 ways to use it! (Virtual Event)
        Monday, December 04, 2023 Night of Networking
        Monday, December 04, 2023 Employee Learning Week
        Monday, November 13, 2023 November Coffee Chat
        Thursday, November 02, 2023 The Great Engagement
        Thursday, October 26, 2023 October Coffee Chat
        Tuesday, October 17, 2023 It's time to REFRESH! — October Mini-Conference Event
        Friday, September 22, 2023 Coffee Chat! Welcome Back!
        Thursday, September 14, 2023 Liberating Structures: Power Tools for Peer Learning
        Sunday, July 30, 2023 CPTD Study Group - Fall 2023
        Sunday, July 23, 2023 CPTD Study Group - Informational Kickoff Session
        Thursday, June 01, 2023 A2ATD Summer 2023 Networking Happy Hour
        Wednesday, May 17, 2023 Coffee Chat! Welcome New Members!
        Thursday, May 04, 2023 Putting Performance First
        Monday, April 17, 2023 Coffee Chat! April Event Debrief and Networking
        Thursday, April 06, 2023 Shut Up and Facilitate
        Monday, March 13, 2023 Coffee Chat! March Event Debrief and Networking
        Thursday, March 02, 2023 Defining Learner Success with Journey Mapping
        Thursday, February 02, 2023 A2ATD Networking – Trivia Night!
        Sunday, January 22, 2023 CPTD Study Group - Informational Kickoff Session

                             

        Network. Learn. Grow.

        Creating a World that Works better.

        Ann Arbor ATD  P.O. Box 130131  Ann Arbor, MI 48113


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