Join us at noon on Wednesday, May 8 to hear Lora Haines present They’re Here and They Meme Business: Leading Gen Z.
Ready or not, here they come! We’ve all heard about Millennials, but what about Gen Z who are entering offices as interns and new hires? This generation has an entirely new set of expectations and ideas to offer your organization, but don’t worry – we’re here to make sure you’re Gen Z ready.
In this engaging program, you gain the insights, skills, and tools to lead and engage this unique generation. Building on the collaborative mindset that Millennials traditionally possess, Gen Z is realistic, self-sufficient, and searching for growth opportunities. They crave recognition and rewards that are logical and useful, and they expect a culture of transparency. Gen Z is hungry to use their experiences with technology to proactively build their future, but they could use your support. Everyone will leave this course with the ability to foster grit and tenacity in this group of resourceful and rising future leaders.
Participants leave this program with the ability to:
Lora Haines is a high-energy, world-class facilitator, keynote speaker, and instructional design expert. She has over fifteen years of experience in learning and development at world-class organizations like Walt Disney, and has designed and developed several of JB Training’s most popular workshops. Lora knows a thing or two about how to keep the modern workforce engaged: she focused her Master’s thesis on effectively retaining high-performing early career professionals. While flashy perks may be intriguing initially, she believes that dynamic leadership, a strong culture, and plentiful career development opportunities are necessary to retain star employees for the long haul.
Lora is a certified coach who is passionate about helping professionals reach their highest career aspirations. In addition to being a SHRM Annual Conference Top Rated Speaker, she is the VP of Community Relations for the Milwaukee ATD chapter: SEWI-ATD. When she isn’t facilitating workshops, she develops engaging curriculum and consults global organizations such as Microsoft, Eli Lilly, Subaru, Spectrum Reach, and Publicis Groupe. Outside of the training room, you can find Lora cruising around town on her bike, supporting local restaurants, and spending as much time as possible near the beach.
This networking event will inspire meaningful conversations as you connect and share with other Talent Development professionals.
Register now to join us for a Monday morning virtual cup of coffee!
Please join us virtually on Monday, June 24 to hear Shannon Curth present Increasing L&D Value: Collaboration with Continuous Improvement Initiatives
Many organizations pride themselves on "continuously improving", so much so that they often have individuals or teams dedicated to formal continuous improvement programs or initiatives. L&D is an integral piece to a successful continuous improvement program or process improvement project. In this session you will learn how to partner with Continuous Improvement employees or teams and help them see the value an L&D professional can add to their work.
Objectives:
Shannon Curth, Director of Training & Continuous Improvement for Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, R&D, and EHS at Medline Industries, has 10+ years of experience in the corporate learning space. Through her work in insurance and healthcare, she has developed partnerships between L&D and the Continuous Improvement functions with IS, manufacturing, and distribution teams contributing to millions of dollars in cost savings through process improvements. In her session, expect to learn how to: -Increase the value you and/or your L&D team can have in an organization by becoming an integral part of the Continuous Improvement process -Develop and pitch a value statement on the impact your skills and offerings can have on Continuous Improvement projects and initiatives -Identify the links between L&D project cycles and Continuous Improvement project cycles
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This popular, in-person event will take place at Northern Illinois University’s Naperville campus on Tuesday, August 20.
Sponsorship Levels
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Join hosts STC Chicago and ATDChi at the next annual Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase for an exploration of elearning best practices and technology.
Since our first event in 2008, the Chicago eLearning & Technology Showcase has earned the enthusiastic praise of attendees and presenters alike. We will gather again this summer to celebrate the evolution of learning technologies.
The Showcase provides a full day of presentations with an emphasis on the role of technology and interactive methods in organizational training. Our speakers explore all aspects of eLearning—analysis, instructional design, development tools, virtual instruction, evaluation, social and interactive applications, mobile learning, rapid eLearning, and more.
Our 2024 keynote speaker is Kevin M. Yates. Yates is known in the global training, learning and talent development community as the L&D Detective™. He will present Find the Facts: The Truth, The Whole Truth, and Nothing but the Truth about Measuring Impact . Join us in August for a celebration of the best eLearning has to offer.
If you have questions, let us know at info@chicagoelearningshowcase.com.
Registration Costs
Registration & Lunch Order Deadlines
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In 2024, dive into the forefront of eLearning innovation with our exclusive, pre-conference workshops. Held on Monday, August 19, ahead of the main event, these immersive sessions are designed to supersize your skill set and empower you to drive impactful learning outcomes. Join us on Monday, August 19 for the following topics and presenters. You can add a workshop to your conference registration, or you can register to attend the workshops only.
PC 001 Easing the Information Overload: Smart Strategies for eLearning Design With Dr. Sean (Bear) Bailey, PhD, EdD, CPLP, NLP For Workshop details, see Easing the Information Overload.
PC002 Embarking on the Generative AI Mastery Journey: Elevating L&D for Enhanced Performance With Trish Uhl, PMP, AI Trailblazer, and Maverick Leader. For Workshop details, see Embarking on the Generative AI Mastery Journey.
PC003 Champion Accessibility Using a Design for All Perspective With Haley Susht, Senior Accessibility Specialist. For Workshop details, see Champion Accessibility Using a Design for All Perspective.
PC004 Embracing Technology in Learning and Development Roles With Deborah G. Harris, Chief Learning Strategist at iCU Learning. For Workshop details, see Embracing Technology in Learning and Development Roles.
Chicago OD Practitioners Network
Topic: Becoming a Trusted Advisor: Unlock the Secrets to Elevating Your Game
Date: Friday, April 26, 2024
Location: Virtual, via Zoom
Time:7:45-8:00 AM, CDT - networking
8:00-9:30 AM, CDT - program
Register: Send an email to CODPNetwork@gmail.com by Monday, April 22 (free program). You will receive a Zoom link the week of the program.
Program Description:
Over the past few decades, more and more shared service functions have decided to move toward a business partner model. HR generalists, learning & development, finance, and quality professionals are asked to serve more employees with fewer resources. To accomplish this, they are asked to become less transactional and be “more strategic”. Easier said than done, as newly titled business partners struggle to understand their new role, build their credibility, and foster the coveted relationship as a trusted advisor. Whether you are an internal or external consultant, the struggle is similar and equally challenging.
The path we walk toward trusted advisor is very similar to a salesperson transitioning from a transactional order-taking role to one that is more consultative and solution-focused. In this session, we will look at proven sales business development methods and apply them to a business partner role. We will seek to understand better what “being strategic” means, assess our current relationships, and learn ways to transform ourselves into a more trusted advisor role with current clients and prospective clients, be they internal or external to the organization.
About the Program Facilitator
With an over 35-year career in organization development, coaching, and training, John is a seasoned HR professional who has participated in, led, and consulted on multiple successful strategic transformations for HR and other shared services. As a dynamic speaker, consultant, and author, John brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his audiences.
He has a diverse background as an internal and external consultant in a wide variety of industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. Currently serving as the Director of Organizational Development in North America for a global industrial automation company, John continues to lead and practice what he teaches. He has also presented at numerous HR groups across North America. As a contributing author to the ATD Publication, "Leading the Learning Function," he shares valuable insights and practical techniques for strategic transformation.
His engaging presentation style, filled with energy, humor, and thought-provoking content, engages audiences. John goes beyond the surface, guiding participants to a deeper understanding of concepts, making each session not only informative but also transformative.
Program Format:
Initial presentation, followed by large group & small group interactive discussions. Informal Zoom atmosphere. We ask that all participants keep their camera on during the entire program, to promote good involvement and interaction.
To register, send an email to CODPNetwork@gmail.com by Monday, April 22 (free program). You will receive a Zoom link the week of the program.