CHICAGOLAND CHAPTER: Coffee & Connections: A Monthly Virtual Networking Event
SUMMARY: The Chicagoland Chapter hosts a virtual networking event on the second Monday morning of the month entitled “Coffee & Connections.” Each session is focused on a theme and includes small and large group discussions, clear takeaways, and action items to complete before the next session. At the beginning of each conversation, key takeaways from the previous meeting are revisited to create a sense of connectivity and encourage repeat attendance. This program has grown into the chapter’s most popular event, strengthened the sense of community within the chapter, increased membership numbers, and led to new sponsorship opportunities.
YEAR: 2023
ANN ARBOR CHAPTER: Professional Name Badge Printing for Low Cost and High Efficiency
SUMMARY: The Ann Arbor Chapter identified a way to print professional name badges in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The chapter purchased the Brother QL-710W printer, which has the capacity to print badges, labels, and small banners. The chapter can now print name badges on-site at events, thereby creating a professional and efficient check-in experience for attendees, and it has the ability to include a question or icebreaker on the badges, which facilitates conversation and networking.
Ann Arbor - SOS Submission Form
Ann Arbor - How to Set Up Brother Printer
Ann Arbor - Brother QL-710W Brochure
Ann Arbor - Printing Name Badges Job Aid
YEAR: 2019
NEW YORK CITY CHAPTER: Monthly ATD Facilitator Webinar Series
SUMMARY: The chapter board created a virtual opportunity, the ATD Webinar Series, for those unable to attend the monthly chapter events in person. The offering provided more professional development opportunities that did not require travel and promoted Power Membership by highlighting a caliber of ATD presenters and thought leaders. These presenters volunteered their time, and most allowed the chapter to record the session. The chapter has approximately 50 participants per webinar without negatively impacting the success of its in-person events.
New York City - SOS Submission Form
YEAR: 2018
BUFFALO NIAGARA CHAPTER: Monthly Member Webinars
SUMMARY: The chapter found that many members were unable to attend monthly events due to job constraints and the chapter’s redundant use of speakers, and it decided to shift to monthly, recorded webinars for standing meetings. Using webinar technology, the chapter provided a variety of speakers addressing different areas of the ATD Competency Model. Moreover, because the presentations are recorded, the chapter developed a webcast archive for members, increasing the value of membership. Through the change, the chapter gained new members and now provides a wider variety of topics and programming.
Buffalo Niagara - SOS Submission Form
YEAR: 2018
PIEDMONT CHAPTER: Road Shows
SUMMARY: The chapter hosts an interactive program, know as a Road Show, where a local company opens its doors and hosts one of the chapter's monthly meeting events. The company shares best practices, stories about overcoming challenges, and processes used use to train its team.
Piedmont - SOS Submission Form
YEAR: 2015
HAWKEYE CHAPTER: Facilitating Program Meetings Across Different Geographic Locations
SUMMARY: Because the chapter supports four different regional locations in Iowa spanning a distance of up to 70 miles between cities but not large enough to support a Geographic Interest Group (GIG), the chapter developed “sites” to hold simultaneous programming. Each location has a "site coordinator" appointed by the board of directors and responsible for working with the VP Programs in facilitating our monthly programs. The chapter meets the same time each month allowing the site coordinator to work with the board to find a location within their city to host the program meeting. Members from that city or surrounding area attend the meeting in their site's host location and participate virtually in the chapter event. Facilitating these events in various locations allows the chapter to deliver the in-person networking opportunities its members desire.
Hawkeye - SOS Submission Form
Hawkeye - Site Coordinators' Meeting Checklist
Hawkeye - Agenda Template for Monthly Meeting
YEAR: 2015
HAWAII CHAPTER: AOE Event Stamp Card
SUMMARY: To support the development of the knowledge and skills that are defined in the Areas of Expertise specified in the ATD Competency Model, the chapter encouraged its members to sharpen their sword in each of these 10 areas by attending at least one event in each area.
Hawaii - SOS Submission Form
Hawaii - 2014 Stamp Card
Hawaii - 2015 Stamp Card
YEAR: 2014
ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHAPTER: Past & Future Leaders' Quorum
SUMMARY: With the goal of creating a stronger community among the board, chapter members, and the greater Denver learning community, the Rocky Mountain Chapter developed the Past & Future Leaders' Quorum. Through a collaboration of past and aspiring chapter leaders and the use of brainstorming techniques, including mind-mapping and World Café, the chapter collected ideas for future efforts to build the chapter.
Rocky Mountain - SOS Submission Form
Rocky Mountain - World Café Pamphlet
YEAR: 2014
ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHAPTER: Drink & Draw
SUMMARY: The chapter hosts a unique program that highlights visual note taking or graphical illustration that satisfies learners who are both inclined to learning visually, kinesthetically, as well as auditory with verbal step-by-step directions given during the program. A happy hour is provided to foster a relaxed environment allowing participants, who may be more introverted or self-conscious of their artistic ability, to relax, and lower inhibitions and have fun with learning.
Rocky Mountain - SOS Submission Form
Rocky Mountain - Transportation Cheat Sheet
Rocky Mountain - Drawing Cheat Sheet
Rocky Mountain - Kris Whittmann Bio
YEAR: 2014
ALASKA CHAPTER: GCI eLearning Case Study
SUMMARY: To demonstrate the value of eLearning, the chapter partnered with a local organization, GCI, to present an example of how eLearning can be implemented within a company using tools that are available on the market. The program doubled the chapter's normal attendance rates and resulted in an invite to present at the Alaska SHRM State Conference.
Alaska - SOS Submission Form
Alaska - GCI Program Press Release on Meet Up
Alaska - GCI PowerPoint with Notes
Alaska - GCI PowerPoint
YEAR: 2014
GREATER CHATTANOOGA CHAPTER: Wild Apricot Certificate of Attendance
SUMMARY: The chapter received requests for proof of attendance at monthly meetings for attendees to demonstrate personal/professional growth to their employers. The chapter modified a Wild Apricot template to look like a certificate, which is emailed to all meeting attendees automatically after each event.
Greater Chattanooga - Wild Apricot Certificate of Attendance Submission
YEAR: 2013
SACRAMENTO CHAPTER: Trainer Throw-down
SUMMARY: To re-energize programming, the chapter devised an annual holiday event known as the "Trainer Throw-down." Six trainers were given 12 minutes to present their best material, and one winner was ultimately awarded the title of "Trainer Throw-down Champ."
Sacramento - SOS Submission Form
Sacramento - 2013 Pecha Kucha Event
Sacramento - 2012 Throw-Down Ballots
Sacramento - 2012 Throw-Down Flyer
Sacramento - Draft Email Blast
Sacramento - 2013 Contestant Bios
Sacramento - 2012 Event Agenda
YEAR: 2013
NEBRASKA CHAPTER: Providing HRCI Credits at Monthly Programs
SUMMARY: To provide certification credit for members and nonmembers and to attract attendance, the chapter began offering HR Certification Institute (HRCI) credit at monthly meetings.
Nebraska - SOS Submission Form
YEAR: 2013
GREATER DETROIT CHAPTER: Joint Event with ISPI
SUMMARY: The chapter partnered with the local chapter of ISPI to put on a training event that would benefit both participating groups. The chapters pooled together their resources to host the event, which led to an increase in membership for both chapters and created the beginnings of a strong partnership.
Greater Detroit - SOS Submission Form
YEAR: 2013
HAWKEYE CHAPTER: Non-Profit Training (NPT) Day
SUMMARY: The chapter developed a day where non-profit professionals could come attend chapter events for free that were specifically tailored to individuals who work or volunteer for a non-profit organization.
Hawkeye - Non-profit Training Day Submission
Hawkeye - NPT Day Press Release
Hawkeye - NPT Day Budget
Hawkeye - NPT Day Schedule
Hawkeye - NPT Day Flyer
Hawkeye - NPT Day Evaluation
Hawkeye - NPT Day Thank You Letter
Hawkeye - NPT Day Presenter Evaluation Questions
YEAR: 2012
CENTRAL IOWA CHAPTER: Professional Development Marketing Ad
SUMMARY: The chapter developed a marketing campaign to advertise the importance of attending programs.
Central Iowa - Professional Development Marketing Ad Submission
YEAR: 2012
CASCADIA CHAPTER: Learning Event Punch Card
SUMMARY: The Cascadia Chapter developed a rewards program for chapter member who attend their monthly events. After your fifth punch, you get the next event free.
Cascadia - Learning Event Punch Card Submission
Cascadia - Learning Event Punch Card Process
YEAR: 2012
SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA CHAPTER: Career Club
SUMMARY: The Career Club meets on the second Saturday of each month to address topics such as finding federal service jobs, building a resume, helping the interviewer discover your qualifications, and the art of networking. The sessions cover a wide variety of topics to ensure the chapter is meeting the needs of new workplace learning professionals as well as individuals looking for the next opportunity.
YEAR: 2012
GREATER CHATTANOOGA CHAPTER: "If I Were President of ASTD, I would..."
SUMMARY: During a monthly meeting, all participants were asked to take out their business card, turn it over, and write, "If I were President of ASTD, I would...” They were asked to consider and enhancement, improvement, program, etc. they wanted the chapter to consider. At the end of the meeting, the business cards were collected and responses posted to the chapter website.
Greater Chattanooga - Participant Responses
YEAR: 2010
UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA CHAPTER: Expanded Meeting Options
SUMMARY: This SOS describes what to do when your speaker cancels, addressing managing attendee expectations, assisting the speaker, providing g sufficient content, and paving the path to the next local ASTD event.
YEAR: 2010
ALASKA CHAPTER: When a Speaker Cancels
SUMMARY: This SOS describes what to do when your speaker cancels, addressing managing attendee expectations, assisting the speaker, providing g sufficient content, and paving the path to the next local ASTD event.
Alaska - SOS Submission Form
YEAR: 2008
EMERALD COAST CHAPTER: Attracting Speakers
SUMMARY: To attract high quality speakers on a limited budget, the Emerald Coast Chapter asked local resorts to contribute a night's stay to the speaker.
Emerald Coast - SOS Submission Form
YEAR: 2007
HAWKEYE CHAPTER: Chapter Meeting Evaluation
SUMMARY: The Iowa Hawkeye chapter created an evaluation that is used at the conclusion of every quarterly chapter meeting to receive feedback from the chapter’s members about the presenter, topic, and overall meeting itself. The feedback helps determine future meeting topics.
Hawkeye - SOS Submission Form
Hawkeye - Evaluation Form
Hawkeye - Evaluation Results
YEAR: 2004
