ATD Kansas City
is proud to welcome our partner chapters
ATD Florida Suncoast
ATD Greater Cincinnati
ATD Hawaii
ATD Hawkeye
ATD Houston
ATD Puget Sound
ATD Certification Study Series
Dates: August 5 - November 18, 2026
Orientation: July 29, 2026
Time: Weekly meetings on Wednesday nights, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CST
Cost: $65 for members, partner chapter members, and non-members
Register here
Are you preparing for the ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) or Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) exam? Join our ATD Multi-Chapter Certification Study Group for structured, collaborative study sessions designed to help you stay accountable, gain insights from certified facilitators, and connect with fellow candidates..
For complete series information, including dates, topics, and partner chapters, VISIT HERE.
What to Expect:
Who Should Attend?
Registration & Commitment
RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY & TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS ATD CERTIFICATION.
Learn more about the study group, including dates and topics, VISIT HERE.
Program Description
ATDKC is hosting its first Campus Connect, bringing the Association for Talent Development (ATD) to students at the University of Central Missouri! Join us for this free virtual event as we spend an hour exploring the exciting and diverse field of Talent Development.
During this session, attendees will explore the many different roles and career paths within the Talent Development field. You’ll hear from six guest panelists as they share insights about their current roles, the journeys that led them there, and the experiences that have shaped their careers.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore Talent Development or already considering a career in the field, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and gain insight from professionals who have been there.
The purpose of the Consultants &Entrepreneurs Special Interest Group (SIG) is to provide an environment within ATD Kansas City where independent consultants, contractors, and business owners can thrive! This unique community of talent developers, instructional designers, learning consultants, and business owners will meet to:
On the second Thursday of each month, the C&E SIG will hold meet-ups - some will be virtual and others in-person - for facilitated networking, knowledge sharing, and socializing. Bring your tough questions and challenges from your business for the group to solve with their wealth of knowledge and experience.
Put it on your calendar today so you can join us in growing together as a group!
ATD Kansas City is proud to announce
2026 Fall Conference
Be part of the area’s largest learning and networking event:
We will again be back at the Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas.
Registration will open at 7:30 am
Program Runs 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Light breakfast and full lunch provided.
Note: Any cancellations must be completed one week prior for a full refund.
To register groups of 5 or more, send attendee list and key contact (for invoicing) to vpmarketing@tdkc.org..
For the latest conference details
Visit the Fall Conference 2026 page at tdkc.org
Keynote, Speakers, Sessions, Community Involvement, Networking
Details Coming Soon
Event Description
Join members of the ATD Kansas City Learning Technologies Special Interest Group for a panel discussion on how artificial intelligence is actually being used in talent development today. Panelists will share concrete use cases from their own organizations — what they tried, what worked, what did not, and what they would do differently. The emphasis is on practical application rather than theory or hype.
All ATD KC members and prospective members with an interest in learning technologies are welcome to attend.
There is no cost to attend. Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.
This session is a moderated panel discussion. Panelists representing a range of organizations and roles will walk through real AI use cases in learning and development — including content development, needs analysis, coaching and practice, translation and accessibility, data and reporting, and administrative support. The moderator will guide the conversation through how each use case was selected, how success was measured, and where guardrails and governance came into play. Time will be reserved at the end for audience questions.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this guide, learners will be able to:
Panelists
The panel will feature practitioners applying AI in a range of learning and talent development settings:
Session Moderator
Jolene Burns is a Senior Manager of Enterprise Training who leads strategic learning initiatives that drive technology adoption and empower employees to succeed. She specializes in transforming complex concepts into engaging, accessible training experiences for diverse audiences.
A collaborative and results-driven leader, Jolene is known for developing high-performing teams, advancing content strategy, and delivering scalable learning solutions aligned to business goals. She is also a founding member and leader of Women in Technology (WiT) employee resource groups, where she champions inclusion and the growth of women in tech.
ATD Capabilities
ATD Kansas City, Membership Coffee
Join us for an informal Networking Coffee!
We love meeting new people in the Talent Development space here in Kansas City! This event is an informal meet-up, hosted by ATDKC Membership Team. Come join us, buy yourself a drink, network, and learn from other Talent Development professionals in the Kansas City area!
Cost: This is a free event for both members and non-members in the Kansas City area.
Even though this is a free event, please register for the event so that we can get an approximate headcount.
We look forward to meeting you there!
PS: If you bring a non-member, yours and their first drink is on the house!!
GET THE MOST FROM YOUR ATD KANSAS CITY MEMBERSHIP
Whether you are brand new to ATD Kansas City, or you've been a member for a while but don't feel like you're getting the most out of your membership, JOIN US!
Let us walk you through the experience of ATDKC Membership. We want you to benefit from your time with us and also realize the vital part you play in our community.
During this session, our goal is for you to:
The Talent Development community in Kansas City is very unique. We cover many different industries and have diverse skillsets, which often has us pursuing varied goals. But the one thing that we have in common and brings us together is that we want the best for the entire community. We want ATKC to be TD Strong.
We build each other up. We encourage one another. And we walk alongside our peers as we reach for greatness.
And you are integral to our success. Won't you join us on June 26?
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