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• ATD Nashville Chapter Monthly Board Meeting (Virtual)

  • Start
    Mon, January 12, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Mon, November 09, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    10 sessions
  • Location
    Zoom

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  The ATD Nashville Chapter Board is made up of passionate leaders just like you—who are committed to serving others and strengthening our talent development community.

  We welcome engagement from all ATD members throughout the year. Our leadership council regularly partners with volunteers across a variety of focus areas, including programs, coaching, conference, professional development, membership, technology, sponsorship, and special events. A full list of current board members and their contact information can be found here.

  For transparency and shared learning, board meeting notes, annual updates, and board role descriptions are available on our website.

  We invite you to get involved. Volunteer-led organizations like ATD Nashville thrive because of leaders who are willing to connect, contribute, and serve.

  f you would like to submit an agenda item for a board meeting, please email president@atdnashville.org at least one week (7 calendar days) prior to the meeting for inclusion.

  

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• New Member Meetup

  • When
    Thu, February 05, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    28 registrants

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  New Member Meetup
  
  

  Whether you’re brand new to the chapter, exploring membership or just looking to get more involved, this session is a great way to:

  • Meet fellow members and chapter board leaders

  • Learn about upcoming programs, professional development opportunities, and volunteer roles

  • Ask questions and connect with our learning & development community

  It’s informal, interactive, and held over Zoom so you can join from wherever you are. We’d love to see you there!

  If you can't attend the session but want to learn more about our chapter, please email Regina Taute at membership@atdnashville.org.

  Facilitator:

  
  

  Regina Taute is an experienced leadership and talent management consultant with over 25 years of expertise in organizational development. She is the founder of Collective Growth Coaching and Consulting, where she partners with organizations to create wildly practical talent strategies that drive results. Regina is a GACC and ACC Certified Coach and holds certifications in MBTI and Hogan assessments, which she leverages to help leaders and teams thrive.

  As VP of Membership Experience for ATD Nashville, Regina is dedicated to creating meaningful connections, delivering value to members at every stage of their careers, and fostering a vibrant, welcoming community for learning and development professionals.

  Outside of work, Regina enjoys the organized chaos of taxiing her two young boys from one activity to the next and spoiling Walter, the family dog, who keeps everyone entertained.

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• Pages & Progress (Book Club): Think Again

  • When
    Fri, February 13, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    14 registrants

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  Think Again (Adam Grant)
  Pages & Progress  - A No-Pressure Book Club for Learning Pros

  A guilt-free book club for busy L&D professionals who love learning but are drowning in their to-do lists. We meet quarterly on Fridays at Noon to discuss development books - read (or listen) to the whole thing, skim a chapter, or just show up for the conversation. No judgment, just great discussions, peer networking, and actionable insights you can take back to your work. Progress over perfection, always. Books are selected based on the ATD Talent Capability Model. 

  This month we'll read Think Again by Adam Grant.
  

  Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there's another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn. In our daily lives, too many of us favor the comfort of conviction over the discomfort of doubt. We listen to opinions that make us feel good, instead of ideas that make us think hard. We see disagreement as a threat to our egos, rather than an opportunity to learn. We surround ourselves with people who agree with our conclusions, when we should be gravitating toward those who challenge our thought process. The result is that our beliefs get brittle long before our bones. We think too much like preachers defending our sacred beliefs, prosecutors proving the other side wrong, and politicians campaigning for approval--and too little like scientists searching for truth. Intelligence is no cure, and it can even be a curse: being good at thinking can make us worse at rethinking. The brighter we are, the blinder to our own limitations we can become.

  Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

  Members: FREE

  Non-Members: $10
  
  Facilitator:

  
  

  Kelly L. Knowles is owner of Kelly K Consulting. She is a national speaker known for her ability to inspire and engage audiences virtually and in-person. She is a published author and has over a decade of experience in training and development for large law firms.

  She has certifications in Six Sigma, Color Code Personality Science, and Adult Learning (Association for Talent Development). Kelly earned her BBA and MBA from Middle Tennessee State University.

  Kelly is a published author of the book Chin Hairs and Other Things Mama Didn’t Tell You: From Surviving to Thriving in Your 20s and 30s. Her audible book of the same title is a worthwhile listen.

  She is passionate about adult learning, helping people realize and develop their potential, and enabling adult learners to improve their everyday effectiveness by authentically maximizing their skills.

  
  

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• SIG: Instructional Design (ID)

  • When
    Mon, February 16, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    14 registrants

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  Session 1: Introduction to Instructional Design
  Instructional Design SIG

  Program Overview:

  This year’s Instructional Design SIG delivers a full ADDIE‑aligned learning journey designed to elevate the chapter’s instructional design capability through science‑based methods, hands‑on practice, and AI‑enhanced workflows. Each session builds on the last, guiding participants from foundational concepts to fully developed learning assets they can use in their portfolios or workplace. Participants should plan to attend all sessions. 

  To see an outline of the whole program, please visit this website. 

  Current Session Information:

  Session 1: Introduction to Instructional Design

  • Foundations of learning science
  • The importance and impact of instructional design
  • Core learning theories including:
  • • Behaviorism
    • Cognitivism
    • Constructivism
    • Adult Learning Theory
    • Bloom’s Taxonomy

  TIME: 5:30-6:45 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Host:

  
  

  Paula O'Brien is an Instructional Designer at A. O. Smith, combining creativity and instructional expertise to develop engaging educational programs and knowledge resources. She has expertise in instructor-led training, content creation (including writing, digital photography, infographic and video production) and eLearning development. With 19 years in instructional design, Paula excels in needs assessment, task analysis, curriculum design, LMS administration, program evaluation, facilitation, and project management.

  Paula actively supports her profession by leading the ATD Nashville Instructional Design SIG, where she mentors fellow talent development professionals.

  She holds a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design and a Master of Education and Human Development from George Washington University, a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management from Rollins College, and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

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• SIG: Career Transition (Virtual)

  • When
    Tue, February 17, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    25 registrants

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  Session 2: Core Values & Transferable Skills
  Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 2: Core Values & Transferable Skills

  Learning Objectives:

  • Identify top personal and professional values using a guided framework.
  • Map transferable L&D skills to multiple TD career paths.
  • Apply a strengths-inventory tool to job search materials.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Performance Improvement

  Date & Time: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• In-Person Chapter Meeting: Leading with Influence: Strategies for Facilitating Change Across Organizational Silos

  • When
    Thu, March 19, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Vaco - 5501 Virginia Way, Suite 120 Brentwood, TN 37027
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  Leading with Influence: Strategies for Facilitating Change Across Organizational Silos

  In Person Chapter Meeting

  For talent development and HR professionals, influence is at the heart of effective leadership, especially when initiatives require cross-functional collaboration. Whether you’re implementing new learning programs, supporting culture change, or partnering with leaders across departments, the ability to lead without formal authority is often the difference between stalled progress and lasting impact.

  In this interactive session, we’ll explore four practical strategies for navigating organizational silos, building strategic partnerships, and turning resistance into a driver for stronger results. You’ll learn how to frame a compelling case for change, gain executive buy-in, and equip leaders at all levels to collaborate more effectively.

  Participants will leave with tools they can immediately apply to influence across the organization, support transformational initiatives, and increase their impact on business outcomes.

  Learning Objectives

  • Frame a compelling case for change that resonates across functions and levels
  • Build strategic partnerships and secure leadership support
  • Leverage resistance to improve engagement and results

  5:30 PM - 7:30 PM CST

  Members: FREE

  Non-Members: $20

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Facilitator:

  
  

  Michelle Pauk is an executive coach, facilitator, and author of Build a Golden Bridge: How to Lead Change When You’re Not in Charge. With more than 20 years of experience in global companies, high-growth startups, and nonprofits, she equips leaders to navigate complex transformations with confidence and humanity. Her work blends strategic insight with emotional intelligence, helping changemakers at every level create better, more sustainable change.

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• SIG: Career Transition (In-person)

  • When
    Thu, March 26, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Franklin Library, 2nd Floor Learning Center: 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064
  • Spaces left
    15
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Session 3: Community & Connection: Networking Lab
  Career Transition SIG (In-person)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 3: Community & Connection: Networking Lab

  Learning Objectives:

  • Demonstrate effective networking strategies for L&D professionals.
  • Create a personalized outreach and follow-up plan.
  • Practice strategic introductions/pitches aligned to career goals.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Collaboration & Leadership, Communication

  Date & Time: Thursday, March 26, 2026 from 5:30-7:30 PM CST

  Location: In-person, Franklin Main Library 2nd Floor Learning Center

  The Franklin Library is located at 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN. The Learning Center is on the 2nd floor. PLEASE NOTE: Food and Drink are not allowed in this room.

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 2 points.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (Virtual)

  • When
    Tue, April 21, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    Be the first

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  Session 4: AI Tools for Career Growth
  Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 4: AI Tools for Career Growth

  Learning Objectives:

  • Explain ethical considerations in using AI for workplace and job search tasks.
  • Apply AI tools to generate and refine resumes, stories, and interview prep.
  • Use prompt templates to accelerate job search workflows.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Technology Application, Future Readiness

  Date & Time: Tuesday, April 21, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pages & Progress (Book Club): Black Box Thinking

  • When
    Fri, May 15, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Black Box Thinking: Why Most People Never Learn from Their Mistakes (Matthew Syed)
  Pages & Progress  - A No-Pressure Book Club for Learning Pros

  A guilt-free book club for busy L&D professionals who love learning but are drowning in their to-do lists. We meet quarterly on Fridays at Noon to discuss development books - read (or listen) to the whole thing, skim a chapter, or just show up for the conversation. No judgment, just great discussions, peer networking, and actionable insights you can take back to your work. Progress over perfection, always. Books are selected based on the ATD Talent Capability Model. 

  This quarter we'll read Black Box Thinking: Why Most People Never Learn from Their Mistakes by Matthew Syed.
  

  Nobody wants to fail. But in highly complex organizations, success can happen only when we confront our mistakes, learn from our own version of a black box, and create a climate where it’s safe to fail.

  Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

  Members: FREE

  Non-Members: $10
  
  Facilitator:

  
  

  Kelly L. Knowles is owner of Kelly K Consulting. She is a national speaker known for her ability to inspire and engage audiences virtually and in-person. She is a published author and has over a decade of experience in training and development for large law firms.

  She has certifications in Six Sigma, Color Code Personality Science, and Adult Learning (Association for Talent Development). Kelly earned her BBA and MBA from Middle Tennessee State University.

  Kelly is a published author of the book Chin Hairs and Other Things Mama Didn’t Tell You: From Surviving to Thriving in Your 20s and 30s. Her audible book of the same title is a worthwhile listen.

  She is passionate about adult learning, helping people realize and develop their potential, and enabling adult learners to improve their everyday effectiveness by authentically maximizing their skills.

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (Virtual)

  • When
    Tue, May 19, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    Be the first

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  Session 5: Resilience & Reinvention
  Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 5: Resilience & Reinvention

  Learning Objectives:

  • Describe psychological impacts of career transition.
  • Apply resilience-building strategies to real scenarios.
  • Construct personal routines that support reinvention.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Emotional Intelligence, Change Management

  Date & Time: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (In-person)

  • When
    Thu, June 25, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Franklin Library, 2nd Floor Learning Center: 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064
  • Spaces left
    18
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Session 6: Storytelling for Career Influence
  Career Transition SIG (In-person)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 6: Storytelling for Career Influence

  Learning Objectives:

  • Describe elements of an effective L&D impact story.
  • Apply storytelling frameworks (STAR, problem-solution-impact) to personal experiences.
  • Craft at least one polished professional story.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Communication, Instructional Design

  Date & Time: Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 5:30-7:30 PM CST

  Location: In-person, Franklin Main Library 2nd Floor Learning Center

  The Franklin Library is located at 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN. The Learning Center is on the 2nd floor. PLEASE NOTE: Food and Drink are not allowed in this room.

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 2 points.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (Virtual)

  • When
    Tue, July 21, 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Session 7: Skills Mapping & Learning Agility
  Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 7: Skills Mapping & Learning Agility

  Learning Objectives:

  • Evaluate personal capabilities using the ATD Talent Development Model.
  • Identify upskilling opportunities aligned with current market trends.
  • Create a personalized learning plan that supports reinvention.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Learning Sciences, Performance Improvement

  Date & Time: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pages & Progress (Book Club): Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion

  • When
    Fri, August 14, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion (Robert Ciadini)
  Pages & Progress  - A No-Pressure Book Club for Learning Pros

  A guilt-free book club for busy L&D professionals who love learning but are drowning in their to-do lists. We meet quarterly on Fridays at Noon to discuss development books - read (or listen) to the whole thing, skim a chapter, or just show up for the conversation. No judgment, just great discussions, peer networking, and actionable insights you can take back to your work. Progress over perfection, always. Books are selected based on the ATD Talent Capability Model. 

  This quarter we'll read Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Ciadini.
  

  In the new edition of this highly acclaimed bestseller, Robert Cialdini—New York Times bestselling author of Pre-Suasion and the seminal expert in the fields of influence and persuasion—explains the psychology of why people say yes and how to apply these insights ethically in business and everyday settings. Using memorable stories and relatable examples, Cialdini makes this crucially important subject surprisingly easy. With Cialdini as a guide, you don’t have to be a scientist to learn how to use this science.

  Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

  Members: FREE

  Non-Members: $10
  
  Facilitator:

  
  

  Kelly L. Knowles is owner of Kelly K Consulting. She is a national speaker known for her ability to inspire and engage audiences virtually and in-person. She is a published author and has over a decade of experience in training and development for large law firms.

  She has certifications in Six Sigma, Color Code Personality Science, and Adult Learning (Association for Talent Development). Kelly earned her BBA and MBA from Middle Tennessee State University.

  Kelly is a published author of the book Chin Hairs and Other Things Mama Didn’t Tell You: From Surviving to Thriving in Your 20s and 30s. Her audible book of the same title is a worthwhile listen.

  She is passionate about adult learning, helping people realize and develop their potential, and enabling adult learners to improve their everyday effectiveness by authentically maximizing their skills.

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (Virtual)

  • When
    Tue, August 18, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Session 8: Peer Coaching & Mid-Year Alignment
  Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 8: Peer Coaching & Mid-Year Alignment

  Learning Objectives:

  • Practice peer coaching techniques to support professional growth.
  • Evaluate progress on career goals and adjust direction.
  • Share insights and learnings with a supportive community.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Coaching, Collaboration

  Date & Time: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (In-person)

  • When
    Thu, September 24, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Franklin Library, 2nd Floor Learning Center: 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064
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  Session 9: The Art of the Interview
  Career Transition SIG (In-person)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 9: The Art of the Interview

  Learning Objectives:

  • Describe behavioral and situational interview formats.
  • Apply storytelling to communicate accomplishments.
  • Demonstrate improved interview responses through skills practice.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Communication, Performance Improvement

  Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5:30-7:30 PM CST

  Location: In-person, Franklin Main Library 2nd Floor Learning Center

  The Franklin Library is located at 1314 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN. The Learning Center is on the 2nd floor. PLEASE NOTE: Food and Drink are not allowed in this room.

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 2 points.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (Virtual)

  • When
    Tue, October 20, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Session 10: Confidence & Professional Presence
  Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 10: Confidence & Professional Presence

  Learning Objectives:

  • Identify common confidence blockers during job search
  • Apply mindset shifts to increase self-efficacy.
  • Develop strategies for maintaining professional presence.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Emotional Intelligence, Communication

  Date & Time: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pages & Progress (Book Club): The Power of Moments

  • When
    Fri, November 13, 2026
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact (Chip & Dan Heath)
  Pages & Progress  - A No-Pressure Book Club for Learning Pros

  A guilt-free book club for busy L&D professionals who love learning but are drowning in their to-do lists. We meet quarterly on Fridays at Noon to discuss development books - read (or listen) to the whole thing, skim a chapter, or just show up for the conversation. No judgment, just great discussions, peer networking, and actionable insights you can take back to your work. Progress over perfection, always. Books are selected based on the ATD Talent Capability Model. 

  This quarter we'll read The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip and Dan Heath.
  

  While human lives are endlessly variable, our most memorable positive moments are dominated by four elements: elevation, insight, pride, and connection. If we embrace these elements, we can conjure more moments that matter. What if a teacher could design a lesson that he knew his students would remember twenty years later? What if a manager knew how to create an experience that would delight customers? What if you had a better sense of how to create memories that matter for your children?
  
  This book delves into some fascinating mysteries of experience: Why we tend to remember the best or worst moment of an experience, as well as the last moment, and forget the rest. Why “we feel most comfortable when things are certain, but we feel most alive when they’re not.” And why our most cherished memories are clustered into a brief period during our youth.
  
  Readers discover how brief experiences can change lives, such as the experiment in which two strangers meet in a room, and forty-five minutes later, they leave as best friends. (What happens in that time?) Or the tale of the world’s youngest female billionaire, who credits her resilience to something her father asked the family at the dinner table. (What was that simple question?)
  
  Many of the defining moments in our lives are the result of accident or luck—but why would we leave our most meaningful, memorable moments to chance when we can create them? The Power of Moments shows us how to be the author of richer experiences.

  Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

  Members: FREE

  Non-Members: $10
  
  Facilitator:

  
  

  Kelly L. Knowles is owner of Kelly K Consulting. She is a national speaker known for her ability to inspire and engage audiences virtually and in-person. She is a published author and has over a decade of experience in training and development for large law firms.

  She has certifications in Six Sigma, Color Code Personality Science, and Adult Learning (Association for Talent Development). Kelly earned her BBA and MBA from Middle Tennessee State University.

  Kelly is a published author of the book Chin Hairs and Other Things Mama Didn’t Tell You: From Surviving to Thriving in Your 20s and 30s. Her audible book of the same title is a worthwhile listen.

  She is passionate about adult learning, helping people realize and develop their potential, and enabling adult learners to improve their everyday effectiveness by authentically maximizing their skills.

  
  

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• SIG: Career Transition (Virtual)

  • When
    Tue, November 17, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Session 11: Turning Insight Into Action
  Career Transition SIG (Virtual)

  Program Overview:

  Designing Your Next Chapter is ATD Nashville’s new 2026 Career Transition Special Interest Group (SIG) created for L&D and talent professionals navigating change, exploring what’s next, or rebuilding after a job loss. This SIG will run monthly for twelve (12 months), with a combination of virtual and in-person sessions.

  Each month, we’ll blend practical tools with real community: think portfolio-ready deliverables, guided reflection, skill-building workshops, and networking that actually feels good. Whether you’re clarifying your direction, refreshing your brand, or searching for your next role, you’ll gain momentum, confidence, and a supportive circle that grows with you. If you’re ready for clarity, action, and a community that understands your journey, join us. Your next chapter starts here!

  By the end of the Career Transition SIG, participants will leave with:

  • A complete Career Portfolio
  • Increased professional confidence
  • Stronger networks and deeper community
  • Market-ready skills in storytelling, interviewing, AI, resilience, and capability mapping
  • Applied knowledge aligned to the ATD Capability Model

  Current Session Information:

  Session 11: Turning Insight Into Action

  Learning Objectives:

  • Synthesize key learnings from the year.
  • Build a short-term and long-term career action plan.
  • Set SMART goals for the next 6 months of transition.

  ATD Capability Alignment: Project Management, Performance Improvement

  Date & Time: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST

  Location: Zoom

  *Zoom URL will be provided upon registration

  Members: FREE with registration

  Non-Members: FREE with registration

  

  ATD Nashville 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. This program qualifies for a maximum of 1 point.

  Hosts:

  
  

  Magda Krych is a PMP-accredited Learning and Development Project Manager with Dollar General, specializing in creating innovative training programs and driving organizational change. With experience across healthcare, technology, construction, retail, and manufacturing, she brings expertise in learning and development, communications, and project management. Magda is passionate about helping people reconnect to their strengths, clarify their goals, and build confidence during seasons of transition. She holds degrees in English Literature from Tennessee Technological University and Tennessee State University, and a Master’s in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University. As a speaker, Magda inspires audiences to embrace growth, innovation, and collaboration in work and life.

  
  

  Rebecca Woodard is a leadership coach and talent development professional with deep experience developing people and programs across healthcare, life sciences, and professional services. As a Certified Master Coach and Facilitator of The Leadership Challenge, she supports professionals at all levels through Challenger, Gray & Christmas, guiding career transitions with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

  She specializes in leadership development, career growth and transitions, and change enablement, bringing a supportive, strengths-based lens to every engagement. Today, she works in performance and organizational development for Wellpath. Rebecca previously served on the Advisory Board for Mindful Leader and as Treasurer for PeaceWorks, a local domestic violence shelter. She looks forward to partnering with ATD Nashville to advance its mission of developing professionals. Rebecca is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Prosci Change Management Practitioner, EQ-i 2.0 facilitator, and holds multiple leadership certifications. She is passionate about creating compassionate, human-centered workplaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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