PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Pull up a chair, bring dinner, and get ready to connect with fellow learning professionals in this fun, informal meetup focused on learning technologies. Whether you’re an eLearning developer or a facilitator, we all have stories about tools that saved the day—and ones that totally flopped.

Through a card-based discussion game, we’ll reflect on what’s working, what’s not, what we’ve learned, and what we’re curious about when it comes to using tech to support learning. No slides, no sales pitches—just good conversation and great company.

Perfect for instructional designers, L&D leaders, and anyone who wants to swap tips, ideas, and a few tech fails in a low-pressure environment.

SPEAKER BIO

Tory Hord is a Learning and Development Consultant based in Kansas City with a diverse background in instructional design, eLearning development, and graphic design. She has worked with organizations ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 companies. Tory is passionate about helping organizations achieve their goals through effective learning and development initiatives. She holds a Master of Education in Instructional Design and Technology from Texas Tech University and is a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD).

Toryhord.consulting@gmail.com

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Reflect on personal and team experiences using learning technologies effectively (or not so effectively).
• Identify at least one new tool, trend, or idea to explore further in their own work.
• Exchange practical strategies, insights, and lessons learned with peers in the learning and development field.
• Build local connections with other L&D professionals who share an interest in tech-enabled learning.

ATD CAPABILITIES

• 2.4 Technology Application
• 3.8 Future Readiness
• 1.7 Lifelong Learning