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2026 MI ATD Regional Conference (Monday, October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

2026 MI ATD Regional Conference

Monday, Oct 12th

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.

Register early to save your spot. Space is limited! MI ATD members are eligible for a reduced registration fee. Become a member today to take advantage of this discount.

Agenda: Click here to view the main conference page for more information about each presenter.

7:30 am Doors Open Check-in / Breakfast

8:00 - 8:30 am Opening Remarks: Conference Chairs and Chapter Presidents
8:30 - 9:30 am Keynote: Megan Torrance
Break
9:45 - 10:45 am Session 1: Christina Calderwood, Julia Keider, Matt Sandel
Break
11:00 - 12:00 pm Session 2: John Armstrong, Kelly Beattie, Dr. Marvie Wright
12:00 - 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 pm Session 3: Betty Dannewitz, Terry Bean, Kelsey Rahal
Break
2:15 - 3:30 pm Panel: Dr. Diana Wong, Megan Torrance, Jerry Kaminski
3:30 - 4:00 pm Closing Remarks: Conference Chairs + Chapter Presidents

4:00 - 5:00 pm Networking / Wrap up

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

Click here to view the main conference page for more information about each presenter.

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: 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.

Location Details:

Washtenaw Community College - Morris Lawrence Building

4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Presenter Information and Agenda are listed on our event page. Click this link for view complete details.

Interested in sponsoring MIATD26? Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations interested in supporting the talent development community across Michigan. Click this link for view complete details.

Sponsors and Exhibitors for MIATD26 (Monday, October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Please consider registering your organization as a Sponsor or Exhibitor for the Michigan ATD regional conference in 2026. We'd appreciate your support in making this event a success.

2026 MI ATD Regional Conference

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

Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor MI

Sponsorships—

Student Sponsor: $100
Unlimited availability

Help make MIATD26 accessible to the next generation of talent development professionals. Your sponsorship supports conference attendance for a college student.

Friends of MIATD: $250
5 available

Show your support for Michigan's talent development community. Friends of MIATD may include one sponsor-provided promotional item in attendee bags and will receive group recognition on social media.

Exhibitor: $500
Sold Out

Connect directly with MIATD26 attendees and showcase your organization throughout the conference. Includes:

One exhibitor table
One conference registration
Opportunity to include one sponsor-provided promotional item in attendee bags
Featured social media recognition
Logo placement on the event page

Event Bag Sponsor: $1,000

Unavailable

Put your brand directly in attendees' hands by providing the official event bags for MIATD26. Bags may feature your organization's branding—conference branding is not required. The sponsor is responsible for supplying bags for all attendees. Final bag design and artwork must be approved by the MIATD26 Conference Team.

Also includes:

One exhibitor table
Two conference registrations
Opportunity to include one sponsor-provided promotional item in attendee bags
Featured social media recognition
Half-page advertisement in the conference program
Logo placement on the event page

Coffee / Snacks Sponsor: $1,000
Sold Out

Keep attendees refreshed and energized while gaining prominent recognition during conference breaks. Your organization will be recognized as the official Coffee & Snacks Sponsor of MIATD26.

Also includes:

One exhibitor table
Two conference registrations
Opportunity to include one sponsor-provided promotional item in attendee bags
Featured social media recognition
Half-page advertisement in the conference program
Logo placement on the event page

Keynote Sponsor: $1,500
1 available

Align your organization with one of the conference's most visible and anticipated sessions. Your organization will receive prominent recognition as the MIATD26 Keynote Sponsor.

Also includes:

One exhibitor table
Two conference registrations
Opportunity to include one sponsor-provided promotional item in attendee bags
Opportunity to place one sponsor-provided, single-sheet marketing piece on each attendee's chair for the keynote
Featured social media recognition
Full-page advertisement in the conference program
Logo placement on the event page
Up to 10 minutes to address attendees before the keynote introduction

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.

Looking for more information about the conference, click here.

Want to register as a conference attendee? click here.

Questions: Please contact info@a2atd.org

Oct Coffee Chat (In-Person) (Monday, October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT

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

Mon Oct 19, 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: Arrive early to purchase any drinks or snacks you prefer.

8:30 - 8:35 AM | Welcome
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 Oct. 18th 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.

The Internal Trainer Preparation & Certification Model (Thursday, November 05, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The Internal Trainer Preparation & Certification Model

Thu Nov 5th, at 5:30 for dinner and networking

Washtenaw Community College - Morris Lawrence Building

Virtual via Zoom 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Join us for networking, dinner and a practical session with Jordon Taylor, the "Corporate Training Companion" as he unveils a robust framework for validating trainer readiness and ensuring consistent, high-quality learning experiences. We will move beyond theory and dive into two essential tools: the Certification Guidelines and the Training Lesson Plan.

Can't attend in-person, join us virtually for this special hybrid event!

Attendees will explore a systematic process for the tracking of trainer capability, ensuring that no critical skill gap is overlooked. You will also learn how to implement a four-step preparation model, covering participant learning, trainer preparation, delivery strategies, and lesson breakdowns. This model empowers facilitators to deliver with confidence. Whether you are building a new internal team or upskilling subject matter experts, this session provides the actionable blueprint you need to internally certify your trainers for success.

Agenda:

5:30 - 6:00 PM Doors Open, Dinner & Networking

6:00 - 6:15 PM Welcome & Introductions

6:15 - 7:15 PM Presentation

7:15 - 7:45 PM Questions & Learning Wrap-Up

7:45 - 8:00 PM Meeting Close

In-person Registration Details: Dinner and beverage included with registration fee.

Ann Arbor Chapter Members: Advanced Registration $30 by Oct. 22, Regular Registration $35
Other MI ATD Chapters: Advanced Registration $35 by Oct. 22, Regular Registration $40
Student Members: $15
Non-Members/Guests: $45

Please register by Oct. 30th for in-person. All in-person attendees (including guests) must register in advance so we can make facility and food arrangements.

Virtual Registration Details:

Ann Arbor Chapter Members: $10
Other ATD Chapters: $10
Student Members: $5
Non-Members/Guests: $20

Location Details:

Washtenaw Community College - Morris Lawrence Building

Community Meeting Room ML 150

4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Presenter Bio:

Jordon Taylor is a corporate training expert with over 15 years of hands-on experience

partnering with Fortune 500 companies across technology, logistics, startups, and government contract sectors. As founder of Corporate Training Companion, Jordon has designed and delivered high-impact training programs for thousands of professionals, implemented AI-powered learning solutions, and coached emerging trainers to become confident, effective facilitators.

Specializing in corporate trainer development, AI-powered training solutions, and strategic L&D consulting, Jordon empowers professionals to overcome outdated methods, build delivery confidence, and leverage emerging technologies such as AI to achieve measurable results. His practical, immediately applicable frameworks help practitioners create learner-centered facilitation that aligns with business objectives.

https://corporatetrainingcompanion.com

November Coffee Chat (Virtual) (Friday, November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Virtual Coffee Chat: Connect and Grow with Us!

Fri Nov 13 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM

Hosted by: Jami Washington, A2ATD Chapter President

The instructions to join the Zoom webinar will be included in the registration confirmation email and in the email the morning of the event.

Agenda:

10:00 - 10:10 AM | Welcome & Introductions
10:10 - 10:50 AM | Discussion
10:50 - 10:55 AM | Closing Remarks

Registration Details:

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

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. See further information on our Event Policies page at this link.

Employee Learning Week Virtual Series (Tuesday, December 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Human Skills at Work, virtual three-part series

Tue Dec 8 - Wed Dec 9 - Thu Dec 10

12:00-1:00 PM ET each day

Join 1 or all 3

As the year comes to a close, we're spending Employee Learning Week focused on the people at the center of talent development: how we connect, manage pressure, create psychological safety, and build workplaces where people can thrive.

Join Ann Arbor ATD for Human Skills at Work, a three-part virtual series exploring the person- and people-centered capabilities that shape how we learn, collaborate, lead, and support one another at work.

Attend one session or join us for all three as we move through a simple progression:

CONNECT → RESET → THRIVE

How we relate to one another → how we manage ourselves → how we create healthier workplaces.

Series Schedule

Tuesday, December 8: CONNECT

The Science of Play: How Play Shapes Learning, Collaboration, and Psychological Safety
Alexandra Suchman

How trust, play, and psychological safety affect collaboration and learning.

Description:
In fast-paced, high-pressure workplaces, open communication, trust, and psychological safety can easily suffer. This interactive session explores how evidence-based play can create space for people to express themselves, take risks, work together more effectively, and strengthen collaboration.

Participants will explore the science behind play and its role in learning and psychological safety, experience practical play-based approaches, and leave with ideas they can apply to their own teams and learning environments.

Wednesday, December 9: RESET

The 90-Second Reset: Emotional Fitness for Modern Leadership
Sam Kabert

How leaders can regulate stress and respond more intentionally under pressure.

Description:
Stress affects how we communicate, make decisions, lead, and perform. This session introduces Emotional Fitness as a practical leadership skill and gives participants a repeatable 90-second reset they can use when pressure rises.

Participants will explore simple, evidence-informed techniques for interrupting stress responses in real time and learn how emotional regulation can support clearer thinking, healthier communication, resilience, and leadership performance.

Thursday, December 10: THRIVE

Mental Health, Real Impact: How Supporting Employees Saves More Than Just Stress
Dianne Acuña Andree

How healthier workplace practices support people and organizational performance.

Proposed session description:
Employee well-being is closely connected to engagement, productivity, retention, and organizational success. This interactive session explores how chronic stress and burnout affect employees and what leaders and talent development professionals can do to support healthier workplaces.

Participants will leave with practical strategies for recognizing burnout, strengthening resilience and psychological safety, and supporting employee well-being while strengthening collaboration and performance.

Registration Details: One price for all 3 days

Ann Arbor Chapter Members: Free for Advanced Registration by Mon. Nov 30, $10 Regular Registration beginning Tue. Dec 1
Other ATD Members: Free for Advanced Registration by Mon. Nov 30, $15 Regular Registration beginning Tue. Dec 1
Student Members: Free
Non-Members/Guests: $20

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.

Employee Learning Week Virtual Series (Wednesday, December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Human Skills at Work, virtual three-part series

Tue Dec 8 - Wed Dec 9 - Thu Dec 10

12:00-1:00 PM ET each day

Join 1 or all 3

Attend one session or join us for all three as we move through a simple progression:

CONNECT → RESET → THRIVE

How we relate to one another → how we manage ourselves → how we create healthier workplaces.

Series Schedule

Tuesday, December 8: CONNECT

The Science of Play: How Play Shapes Learning, Collaboration, and Psychological Safety
Alexandra Suchman

How trust, play, and psychological safety affect collaboration and learning.

Wednesday, December 9: RESET

The 90-Second Reset: Emotional Fitness for Modern Leadership
Sam Kabert

How leaders can regulate stress and respond more intentionally under pressure.

Thursday, December 10: THRIVE

Mental Health, Real Impact: How Supporting Employees Saves More Than Just Stress
Dianne Acuña Andree

How healthier workplace practices support people and organizational performance.

Registration Details: One price for all 3 days

Ann Arbor Chapter Members: Free for Advanced Registration by Mon. Nov 30, $10 Regular Registration beginning Tue. Dec 1
Other ATD Members: Free for Advanced Registration by Mon. Nov 30, $15 Regular Registration beginning Tue. Dec 1
Student Members: Free
Non-Members/Guests: $20

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.

Employee Learning Week Virtual Series (Thursday, December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Human Skills at Work, virtual three-part series

Tue Dec 8 - Wed Dec 9 - Thu Dec 10

12:00-1:00 PM ET each day

Join 1 or all 3

Attend one session or join us for all three as we move through a simple progression:

CONNECT → RESET → THRIVE

How we relate to one another → how we manage ourselves → how we create healthier workplaces.

Series Schedule

Tuesday, December 8: CONNECT

The Science of Play: How Play Shapes Learning, Collaboration, and Psychological Safety
Alexandra Suchman

How trust, play, and psychological safety affect collaboration and learning.

Wednesday, December 9: RESET

The 90-Second Reset: Emotional Fitness for Modern Leadership
Sam Kabert

How leaders can regulate stress and respond more intentionally under pressure.

Thursday, December 10: THRIVE

Mental Health, Real Impact: How Supporting Employees Saves More Than Just Stress
Dianne Acuña Andree

How healthier workplace practices support people and organizational performance.

Registration Details: One price for all 3 days

Ann Arbor Chapter Members: Free for Advanced Registration by Mon. Nov 30, $10 Regular Registration beginning Tue. Dec 1
Other ATD Members: Free for Advanced Registration by Mon. Nov 30, $15 Regular Registration beginning Tue. Dec 1
Student Members: Free
Non-Members/Guests: $20

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.

SAVE THE DATE - February Chapter Event (In Person) (Thursday, February 04, 2027)

Thu, 04 Feb 2027 22:30:00 GMT