For Shawn Reid, nothing is more satisfying than the lightbulb moment – witnessing concepts click into comprehension. Like many in the Learning and Development world, he started his career somewhere else - sports journalism - and discovered his true professional home by accident.
It started with an observation and a question - a trusted friend who pointed out his excitement any time he talked about the training he was doing as a side duty, and asking if maybe he'd want to do that type of work full time? Now, after more than a decade and a half in the L&D sphere in a variety of roles, Shawn is a Learning Content Designer at Husch Blackwell. He might not have become the next great American sportswriter, but every day he gets an opportunity to help someone else become the next great American (whatever), and he wouldn't have it any other way!
Despite leaving behind his sports-writing career, watching, reading about, and chatting about sports – especially the Chiefs and Royals – remains a favorite pastime for Shawn. And as a parent of kids who seem to age six months every time he turns around, he has acquired a new love (necessity?)– good coffee with an extra shot of espresso!
Jana Meyers is the Director of Talent Management and Organizational Effectiveness at H&R Block. Her passion is to find ways to maximize the value and engagement of talent and create strong, creative, effective teams, leaders, and support organizations. She has over 15 years’ experience in designing, supporting, facilitating, and leading talent programs and functions.
In her role as VP of Membership, Jana is focused on creating the conditions for talent professionals to find connection, resources, and growth as a result of their experience being a part of the ATDKC family.
A lifelong learner, she holds degrees in finance and Adult Learning and Leadership. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her fur baby Heidi and her two nephews, connecting with friends and family, traveling, reading, and classic movies.
With over two decades of experience, Shelley is a seasoned learning and development professional who thrives on bringing people together, fostering authentic connections, and creating meaningful experiences. Shelley is deeply inspired by The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker, Bobb Biehl’s Decade by Decade research, and Arthur Brooks’ From Strength to Strength. These influences shape her approach to building community, and helping others see the irreplaceable value of time and relationships.
Shelley’s journey into volunteering began unexpectedly at a 2017 chapter meeting, where she enthusiastically jumped in to enhance webinars and the virtual experience. Earning her CPTD certification in December 2022,, Shelley is currently working professionally as a Senior Learning and Development Manager for JE Dunn, a Kansas City-based construction company. Always learning, Shelley and her husband take dance lessons, if she is not reading, enjoying her family, gardening, cooking, or volunteering.
Piper Stone, Executive Team Coach
Piper Stone is a talent development professional with over 18 years of experience specializing in onboarding, communication, relationship-building, coaching, and culture evolution. She currently serves as the Talent Management Manager at Honeywell FM&T working with an amazing team of Talent Management specialists, Instructional Designers, and Technical Learning Specialists.
Piper has a BA in English and a BS in Education from Kansas State University (GO CATS!) and an MA in Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution from Baker University. Always looking to learn something new, in 2021 Piper earned her SHRM-SCP certification and also how to ride a motorcycle. In 2023 Piper looks forward to helping ATDKC plan for the future!
When she is off the clock, Piper plays volleyball, reads, teaches fitness classes, and volunteers for a few animal shelters in the KC area. She and her husband have fostered over 300 dogs and puppies in the last four years, and have three personal dogs of their own.
