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• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion SIG - July (bi-monthly)

  • When
    17 Jul 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
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    70

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  JULY 17 

  DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION SIG 

  Stay tuned for the July Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion SIG topic. 

       next Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion SIG is September 18     

  

  ABOUT THE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION SIG

  We provide a forum for COATD members to gain knowledge, learn about best practices, and share resources with one another. In addition, this forum will champion the efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion for talent development professionals to embrace our multicultural workforce. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADERS

  

  Tori Smart is currently living in Ohio, but has also lived in several states across the country giving her exposure to character building experiences.  
  As an Instructional Designer she is dedicated to elevating talent through providing learners with meaningful educational opportunities.

  During her career as a leader and patient family advocate, Tori has worked with diverse populations coaching them towards their best outcomes, and enhancing their wellbeing.  

  
  

  

  Mathew has over 9 years of learning and development experience, most recently as an Organizational Development Trainer for Columbus State Community College (CSCC).

  In addition, he has been an advocate for LGBTQIA+ issues.

  While at NiSource, Mathew was a founder and President of the LGBTQIA+ ERG, NiPRIDE, implementing a variety of companywide initiatives.

  Currently, Mathew is the co-lead for PRISM, the CSCC LGBTQIA+ ERG and is a graduate of United Way’s Project Diversity/Pride Leadership program. 

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• Organizational Development SIG - July (bi-monthly)

  • When
    25 Jul 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
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  JULY 25

  BUILDING TALENT PIPELINES

  How do we plan for succession in today's organizations?

       next Organizational Development SIG is September 26   

  

  ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SIG

  We provide a forum for COATD members to gain knowledge, learn about best practices, and share resources with one another. In addition, this forum will champion the efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion for talent development professionals to embrace our multicultural workforce. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Mary coaches leaders on how to get maximum engagement from their employees and the highest level of performance and productivity from their teams.
  She is a business coach, and her focus is on the development of high performance teams.
  In business, like any other area, teams don’t just spontaneously come together.
  The level of engagement and performance you get from your team depends on the quality of leadership in the organization and the degree to which top leaders and managers throughout the organization are committed to training, coaching, and mentoring talent in the workforce … and promoting teamwork as a way of life. 

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• Leadership Development SIG - August (bi-monthly)

  • When
    07 Aug 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
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    69

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  AUGUST 7

  Time to Share: The Coaching Experiences that shaped me as a Mentor/Coach.  

  Embarking on a coaching journey indeed highlights the importance of learning from experienced mentors. Reflecting on your own experiences, who were the mentors that guided you in coaching? Even if you haven’t been a formal or paid coach, or have had limited training, your insights and experiences are valuable to this discussion. Similarly, if coaching isn’t a part of your daily work, sharing your experiences of being coached can provide a fresh and healthy perspective to our conversation.

       next Leadership Development SIG is October 2     

  

  ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SIG

  No successful organization exists without effective leadership. It is the primary driver for growth, development, and innovation. For the participants in this SIG, leader development is not only what they do, but also what they love to do, and we enjoy learning from each other’s experiences, history and ideas. Join us to discuss current leadership trends and how we are developing the leaders of today and tomorrow. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Carey Anne M. Curran is a Sr. Learning & Development Specialist for American Honda Motor Co. in Marysville.
  In her role, she manages Honda’s North American leadership development program for senior managers,
  is a certified Leadership Circle coach for program participants, facilitates online courses (internal), provides DiSC® Training for individuals and teams, and
  supports HR digital functions and projects.
  She enjoys achieving clear goals and encouraging learners, leaders and followers to develop,
  collaborate and connect. 

  
  

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• Technology SIG - August (bi-monthly)

  • When
    12 Aug 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
  • Spaces left
    69

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  AUGUST 12

  Join the Technology SIG for an open topic discussion about
  all things Learning Technology.

  If you have an L&D technology question bring it to the group.

       next Technology SIG is October 14   

  

  ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGY SIG

  Technology is constantly changing and growing in demand, and it can certainly enhance your training. Topics may include elearning, video, mobile, virtual ILT, gamification, accessibility, LMS, software/online tools, automation, augmented reality, artificial intelligence or other topics. We provide a forum for COATD members to network, share and learn best practices and trends in technology that supports talent development. Have a question or just want to keep up? Come join us!   

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Todd is an Instructional Designer and Developer with a background in elearning, multimedia, project management, accessibility, user experience design, gamification, visual design, and more. He has been a leader in non-profits for many years including Toastmasters, Nationwide’s Accessibility Advocate Forum and Central Ohio ATD (4 years as VP of SIGs and 4 years as Technology SIG leader.)
  
  He has taught adult education classes at OSU, presented at WSU, UI and several industry conferences on multimedia, usability, gamification, automation and how to speak. He enjoys creating experiences that train, communicate and entertain audiences. Past roles include Art Director, Multimedia Touch-screen kiosks Developer, and Usability Specialist. For the past 19 years he has been a Learning and Performance Consultant at Nationwide.

  
  

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• Independent Consultant SIG - August (bi-monthly)

  • When
    19 Aug 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
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• 2025 COATD Learning Technology and Design Day

  • When
    09 Sep 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Quest Conference Center, 9200 Worthington Rd, Westerville OH 43081
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  Central Ohio ATD’s Learning Technologies and Design Day builds on what we’ve learned over the past year and provides real, cutting-edge solutions aligned with adult learning theory.  You will learn how to utilize new strategies, increase engagement, make learning more accessible and improve performance by leveraging the power of learning technologies.

  KEYNOTE SPEAKER

  We are excited to announce that this year’s conference features 

  Mary Rapaport

  
  

  Mary's keynote:

  Unleashing the Strategic Mindset: Building More Proactive and Responsive Teams

  In this session, we will delve into the historical backdrop of the decline in strategic thinking, examining the economic, social, and other factors that have contributed to the de-prioritization of strategic thinking in the workplace. Mary will share practical and actionable approaches for leaders who are eager to nurture a more strategic team. You will gain insights and ideas for developing your team's ability to think and operate strategically, empowering you to take immediate steps towards building a forward-looking, proactive, and responsive workforce.

  During the presentation, you will have the opportunity to reflect on where strategic thinking and performance can benefit your organization. Additionally, you will participate in a strategic thinking learning activity that can be applied with your own teams.

  Key Takeaways:

  • Gain familiarity with strategic and critical thinking skills and understand their importance in modern business success.
  • Learn about the economic, social, and other factors that have hindered the growth of strategic thinkers in business.
  • Discover new approaches for strengthening the strategic thinking capacity of your teams.
  • Take practical and actionable steps to build a more forward-looking, proactive, and responsive team.
  •  Learn strategies for developing better strategic thinking skills across the organization.

  About Mary Rapaport: As the founder of Xcelerate, Mary brings over 20 years of experience in driving business outcomes and helping individuals perform at their best. As a learning strategist, consultant, and coach, she empowers others to elevate their thinking, increase their effectiveness, and make a greater impact.

  Connect with Mary on LinkedIn at and visit her website for more information.

  
  

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• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion SIG - September (bi-monthly)

  • When
    18 Sep 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
  • Spaces left
    72

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  SEPTEMBER 18

  DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION SIG 

  Stay tuned for the September Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion SIG topic. 

       next Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion SIG will be in 2026    

  

  ABOUT THE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION SIG

  We provide a forum for COATD members to gain knowledge, learn about best practices, and share resources with one another. In addition, this forum will champion the efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion for talent development professionals to embrace our multicultural workforce. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADERS

  

  Tori Smart is currently living in Ohio, but has also lived in several states across the country giving her exposure to character building experiences.  
  As an Instructional Designer she is dedicated to elevating talent through providing learners with meaningful educational opportunities.

  During her career as a leader and patient family advocate, Tori has worked with diverse populations coaching them towards their best outcomes, and enhancing their wellbeing.  

  
  

  

  Mathew has over 9 years of learning and development experience, most recently as an Organizational Development Trainer for Columbus State Community College (CSCC).

  In addition, he has been an advocate for LGBTQIA+ issues.

  While at NiSource, Mathew was a founder and President of the LGBTQIA+ ERG, NiPRIDE, implementing a variety of companywide initiatives.

  Currently, Mathew is the co-lead for PRISM, the CSCC LGBTQIA+ ERG and is a graduate of United Way’s Project Diversity/Pride Leadership program. 

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• Organizational Development SIG - September (bi-monthly)

  • When
    26 Sep 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
  • Spaces left
    73

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  SEPTEMBER 26

  LEADERSHIP FOCUS

  What do today's leaders need to focus on?

       next Organizational Development SIG is November 14  

  

  ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SIG

  We provide a forum for COATD members to gain knowledge, learn about best practices, and share resources with one another. In addition, this forum will champion the efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion for talent development professionals to embrace our multicultural workforce. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Mary coaches leaders on how to get maximum engagement from their employees and the highest level of performance and productivity from their teams.
  She is a business coach, and her focus is on the development of high performance teams.
  In business, like any other area, teams don’t just spontaneously come together.
  The level of engagement and performance you get from your team depends on the quality of leadership in the organization and the degree to which top leaders and managers throughout the organization are committed to training, coaching, and mentoring talent in the workforce … and promoting teamwork as a way of life. 

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• Leadership Development SIG - October (bi-monthly)

  • When
    02 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
  • Spaces left
    72

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  OCTOBER 2

  TD Magazine Article Follow Your Compass

  When we hear the word “strategy,” many of us might roll our eyes, anticipating a tedious conversation. Even those who are intrigued often find strategy to be abstract and impersonal, like wearing clothes chosen by someone else. Seth Godin aims to revitalize this concept. He starts by redefining strategy not as a fixed map, but as a compass that guides us from today towards a better future. This perspective is quite inspiring.

  The review linked will prompt us to rethink strategy, and some might be encouraged to explore Godin’s book further. This topic is particularly relevant now, as many organizations are deep into their Q4 planning.

       next Leadership Development SIG is December 4    

  

  ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SIG

  No successful organization exists without effective leadership. It is the primary driver for growth, development, and innovation. For the participants in this SIG, leader development is not only what they do, but also what they love to do, and we enjoy learning from each other’s experiences, history and ideas. Join us to discuss current leadership trends and how we are developing the leaders of today and tomorrow. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Carey Anne M. Curran is a Sr. Learning & Development Specialist for American Honda Motor Co. in Marysville.
  In her role, she manages Honda’s North American leadership development program for senior managers,
  is a certified Leadership Circle coach for program participants, facilitates online courses (internal), provides DiSC® Training for individuals and teams, and
  supports HR digital functions and projects.
  She enjoys achieving clear goals and encouraging learners, leaders and followers to develop,
  collaborate and connect. 

  
  

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• Technology SIG - October (bi-monthly)

  • When
    14 Oct 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
  • Spaces left
    70

  Register

  
  

  OCTOBER 14

  Join the Technology SIG for an open topic discussion about
  all things Learning Technology.

  If you have an L&D technology question bring it to the group.

       next Technology SIG will be in 2026   

  

  ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGY SIG

  Technology is constantly changing and growing in demand, and it can certainly enhance your training. Topics may include elearning, video, mobile, virtual ILT, gamification, accessibility, LMS, software/online tools, automation, augmented reality, artificial intelligence or other topics. We provide a forum for COATD members to network, share and learn best practices and trends in technology that supports talent development. Have a question or just want to keep up? Come join us!   

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Todd is an Instructional Designer and Developer with a background in elearning, multimedia, project management, accessibility, user experience design, gamification, visual design, and more. He has been a leader in non-profits for many years including Toastmasters, Nationwide’s Accessibility Advocate Forum and Central Ohio ATD (4 years as VP of SIGs and 4 years as Technology SIG leader.)
  
  He has taught adult education classes at OSU, presented at WSU, UI and several industry conferences on multimedia, usability, gamification, automation and how to speak. He enjoys creating experiences that train, communicate and entertain audiences. Past roles include Art Director, Multimedia Touch-screen kiosks Developer, and Usability Specialist. For the past 19 years he has been a Learning and Performance Consultant at Nationwide.

  
  

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• Independent Consultant SIG - October (bi-monthly)

  • When
    21 Oct 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
  • Spaces left
    72

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  OCTOBER 21
  

  ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SIG

  Stay tuned for the October Independent Consultant SIG topic.

       next Independent Consultant SIG will be in 2026   

  

  ABOUT THE INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT SIG

  The Independent Consultant SIG fosters collaboration and continuous learning among a diverse group of independent professionals working to make a positive impact in the field of Learning & Development.

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADERS

  

  Jennifer Zell is a learning and development professional with over 20 years of experience.
  As a project manager, she has led the development and implementation of a variety of blended programs.
  She has administered learning management systems and facilitates virtually and in person.
  Jennifer is currently an adjunct professor at Maryville University of St. Louis, and founder and instructional design consultant at Creative Learning Solutions, LLC. 

  

  Jake Harter, MHRM, PHR, is a Fractional Talent Management Consultant and owner of BellevueHRM. He specializes in elevating organizations from "good" to "great" by creating institutional programs and processes that foster thriving, proactive, and agile workforces. With a proven track record supporting global Fortune 500 companies and family-owned businesses, coupled with a Master's in Human Resources Management and a Professional in Human Resources® certification, Jake excels in identifying high-potential employees, managing complex change management programs, and driving revenue growth through strategic workforce planning.

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• Organizational Development SIG - November (bi-monthly)

  • When
    14 Nov 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
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    73

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  NOVEMBER 14

  ENTRY INTO ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  How have experienced OD practitioners built their skills?

       next Organizational Development SIG will be in 2026.  

  

  ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SIG

  We provide a forum for COATD members to gain knowledge, learn about best practices, and share resources with one another. In addition, this forum will champion the efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion for talent development professionals to embrace our multicultural workforce. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Mary coaches leaders on how to get maximum engagement from their employees and the highest level of performance and productivity from their teams.
  She is a business coach, and her focus is on the development of high performance teams.
  In business, like any other area, teams don’t just spontaneously come together.
  The level of engagement and performance you get from your team depends on the quality of leadership in the organization and the degree to which top leaders and managers throughout the organization are committed to training, coaching, and mentoring talent in the workforce … and promoting teamwork as a way of life. 

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• Leadership Development SIG - December (bi-monthly)

  • When
    04 Dec 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
  • Location
    Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
  • Spaces left
    71

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  DECEMBER 4

  Leadership Assessments: What’s the Difference and Why Do We Use Them?

  DISC, USC's Interactive Leadership Style Assessment, CliftonStrengths, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Institute for Health and Promotion's Emotional Intelligence Quiz, Energy Leadership Index, Leadership Blind Spot Assessment, Leadership Circle, Passion Profiler, Hogan Assessments, Kolbe A Index, Emergenetics, Saville Wave…all are valid leader assessments used within every industry and organization. Which does your company use and why? What results does your organization derive from the assessment/assessments you use?

       next Leadership Development SIG will be in 2026     

  

  ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SIG

  No successful organization exists without effective leadership. It is the primary driver for growth, development, and innovation. For the participants in this SIG, leader development is not only what they do, but also what they love to do, and we enjoy learning from each other’s experiences, history and ideas. Join us to discuss current leadership trends and how we are developing the leaders of today and tomorrow. 

  

  MEET THE SIG LEADER

  

  Carey Anne M. Curran is a Sr. Learning & Development Specialist for American Honda Motor Co. in Marysville.
  In her role, she manages Honda’s North American leadership development program for senior managers,
  is a certified Leadership Circle coach for program participants, facilitates online courses (internal), provides DiSC® Training for individuals and teams, and
  supports HR digital functions and projects.
  She enjoys achieving clear goals and encouraging learners, leaders and followers to develop,
  collaborate and connect. 

  
  

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