ATD South Florida upcoming events

Read & Reimagine Book Series| Applying AI in L&D| Chapters 10 & 11 with Joh Cavalier (Wednesday, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Read & Reimagine Book Series

Applying AI in L&D by Josh Cavalier

Chapters 10& 11

Meet author Josh Cavalier at this online book club meeting. Bring your questions for the author.

Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT

Location: Online. Register to receive the Zoom link.

Speakers: Josh Cavalier, Author and Joanie Musser VP of Programs from ATD Central Florida Chapter

Registration Process: Register for this event via the ATD Central FL chapter website.

Cost: This event is open to ATDSFL members and the public for free.

You don't have to figure out AI in Learning and Development alone. Join fellow ATD Florida chapter members as you read Applying AI in L&D by Josh Cavalier and turn ideas into action...together.

Author Josh Cavalier will be attending this live Zoom session. When you participate you will learn how to use generative AI to design faster without sacrificing quality. Discover practical ways to integrate AI into your workflows, tools, and learning strategy, and gain clarity on your evolving roles as an L&D professional in an Ai-augmented workplace. You;ll walk away from each session with ideas you can apply immediately.

You can purchase the book on the ATD website (use our CHiP code: CH9060) or Amazon

Not a member of a Florida Chapter? Join today for members-only benefits.

From Vanity Metrics to Performance Intelligence with Vanessa Milara Alzate (Thursday, May 28, 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:30:00 GMT

From Vanity Metrics to Performance Intelligence

Evaluation and Instructional Design

This interactive, virtual workshop takes place on Zoom.

Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET

Location: Online. Register to receive the Zoom link.

Speaker: Vanessa Milara Alzate from ATD Central Florida Chapter

Registration Process: Register for this event via the ATD Central FL chapter website.

Cost: This event is open to ATDSFL members using the code (6YZTMR) and $10 for non-members.

Stop reporting activity and start proving impact. Join Vanessa Milara Alzate for an interactive online session that helps L&D professionals translate participation and satisfaction data into outcome measures that matter. You'll leave with practical decision rules, real-world examples, and peer discussion to make measurement meaningful, and to strengthen L&D's strategic credibility.

By the end of this session you will be able to distinguish vanity metrics from performance-based outcomes, apply the modernized Kirkpatrick Four Levels (R) framework to align learning with business results, and embed evaluation into program design rather than treating it as an afterthought. Vanessa will share ready-to-use templates, stakeholder conversation scripts, and techniques to reframe discussions using performance-focused language. Walk away with actionable strategies to demonstrate learning's contribution to organizational goals and influence leaders with confidence.

Not a member of a Florida Chapter? Join today for members-only benefits.

2025-26 Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast (Saturday, June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Join this hybrid networking event for a morning of connection, gratitude, and celebration!

Time: 10:30 AM -12:00 PM ET

Physical Location: Schmidt Family Complex Executive Education, Room SF 110, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Hosts: ATDSFL President, Colette DeNardo & ATDSFL President-Elect, Jimmy Glenos

This is our way of saying thank you to the dedicated volunteers who power our chapter's success. Enjoy brunch while connecting with fellow members, celebrating our wins for the year, and recognizing the contributions of our vibrant volunteer community. Whether you served on a committee, supported an event, took on a Board role, or worked behind the scenes - your time an talent have made an impact and we are excited to honor you.

Highlights include:

Networking with ATDSFL leadership and fellow volunteers
Recognition of outstanding volunteer contributions
Opportunities to get involved in new and exciting ways for the upcoming year.

Directions to the Boca Raton Campus:

Exit I-95 at Glades (Exit 45) / (Exit 75) from the Turnpike. Head EAST on Glades to W. University Drive (main entrance to FAU). Turn left into campus on W. University Drive until the road curves right. Make the first LEFT at the stoplight into the parking garage/white building complex adjacent to the stadium and across from the College of Business, Office Depot Center.

Parking Permit: Directions for Parking will be provided with your Confirmation Email.

Virtual Attendees: Link will be provided upon registration.

New Members Welcome Session (Thursday, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

We invite new Chapter members, and members-to-be, to join our virtual New Members Welcome session! This networking and information session is just for you!

Lisa I. Perez, our Chapter's Director of Member Engagement, will walk participants through membership benefits and how to get most out of the Chapter membership.

Don't miss a session if you are new to our Chapter or are considering the membership. Bring a link to your LinkedIn profile, and be ready to meet new colleagues.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Register to receive the link for the virtual meeting.

ATDSFL Mentorship Program - Graduation (Saturday, June 20, 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This hybrid mentorship session is a celebration of our 2026 mentors and mentees.

Title: 2026 Carol Susan DeVaney Mentorship Program Graduation

Time: 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM ET

Location: Schmidt Family Complex Executive Education, SF 109, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33431 OR Online (Register for the link)

Mentors and mentees can attend a live, in-person breakfast at FAU College of Business at the Boca Raton Campus or participate online via Zoom.

We will be serving breakfast and engaging in a fun, energetic graduation event.

See you there!!

Parking Instructions and the Zoom link will be sent after registration.

Elevating Your Learning and Development Brand From Program Owner to Strategic Business Partner (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Elevating Your L&D Brand From Program Owner to Strategic Business Partner

In this virtual workshop, you will learn how to highlight the strategic role of L&D.

Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

Location: Virtual. The Zoom link will be provided after you register.

Speaker: Rachel Bolton, Leadership Development and Executive Coach

Today's L&D Leaders are being asked to do more than deliver programs. They are expected to influence the business, demonstrate ROI, and operate as strategic partners to senior leadership.Yet many struggle with visibility, credibility, and alignment. This session introduces a practical framework for elevating your internal brand, including the PIE model (Performance, Image, Exposure), helping L&D leaders understand how their work is perceived and how to more intentionally build influence across the organization.

Key Focus Areas:
• Shifting from program delivery to strategic positioning
• Communicating L&D value in business language
• Understanding and applying the PIE framework (Performance, Image, Exposure) to
increase visibility and influence
• Crafting a clear and compelling leadership narrative (including your elevator message)
• Aligning leadership development to business priorities

What Participants Will Walk Away With:
• A clear understanding of how to position L&D as a business driver
• A practical framework (PIE: Performance, Image, Exposure) to increase influence and visibility
• A refined personal elevator message to communicate value with clarity
• Tools to connect leadership development work to business outcomes
• A more intentional approach to building their internal brand

About our Presenter:

Rachel Bolton is a Leadership Development Executive and Executive Coach who designs leadership systems that actually work in real environments. With 20+ years across Fortune 500 organizations, she helps leaders strengthen decision-making, expand influence, and operate with greater clarity, precision, and impact

Consultants' Mastermind Series: Conversations with Elaine Biech: The Mindset of a Resilient and Confident Consultant (Friday, July 10, 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Consultants' Mastermind Series (Special Interest Group)

Conversations with Elaine Biech: The Mindset of Resilient and Confident Consultant

Join the Consultants' Mastermind Series!

Join us for an engaging conversation with Elaine Biech, a highly respected consultant, author, and organizational development expert with decades of experience helping organizations and professionals navigate change and growth. In this interactive mastermind session, Elaine will share practical insights on what it truly takes to build a resilient consulting practice, sustain confidence through challenges, adapt to changing client needs, and continue growing throughout a long and successful career. Participants will gain candid perspectives, real-world lessons, and encouragement for strengthening their own consultant mindset and professional impact.

The Mastermind Series is designed for seasoned consultants who have been managing their own practices for at least two years. This is a members-only event.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Host: Eivina Muniute-Cobb, Ed.D.

Content contributor: Elaine Biech

Event Details:

Zoom link is provided in your registration email.
Questions, contact Eivina Muniute-Cobb at mastermind@atdsfl.org