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• Career Transition SIG Part 4 of 5: Jared Speight - Creating Your Instructional Design Portfolio

  • When
    05/29/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
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    88

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  Creating Your Instructional Design Portfolio

  This series has been created for educators looking to transition into the dynamic field of Talent Development (aka...Learning & Development).

  Sign up for all 5 virtual sessions and get a 1 year membership for free!

  
  

  Featuring Jared Speight

  Career Transition SIG Part 4 of 5

  May 29, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM CT | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  How important is your portfolio in landing an instructional design job? What all should you include in it? What are hiring teams looking for when reviewing your artifacts? Let's discuss the answers to these questions and more as we explore how you can build a portfolio that will make you stand out as a job-seeker.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  Jared Speight - Instructional Design Specialist

  Jared Speight is an instructional design specialist at Mayo Clinic and has previously worked for Stride and on contracted e-learning projects for Junior Achievement, Zoom, and Etsy. Prior to his career in L&D, he was an educator for fourteen years.

  
  

  
  

  Connect with Jared on LinkedIn or at speightid.com.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Communication Professional: Instructional Design, Career & Leadership Development, Technology Application Organizational: Business Impact, Talent Strategy & Management

  
  

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• June 2025 ATD FW/MC Chapter Meeting: Will Baggett - LeaderShift: 4 Ways Connection Creates Culture

  • When
    06/05/2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom; AND In-Person at Diamond Oaks Country Club

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  LeaderShift: 4 Ways Connection Creates Culture

  Featuring WILL BAGGETT

  June 5, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM (CT) | Virtual or In-Person at

  Diamond Oaks Country Club | 5821 Diamond Oaks Drive North | Fort Worth, TX 76117

  Register by Monday, June 2nd | Early Bird pricing ends Thursday, May 15th

  
  

  Session Description

  LeaderShift: Four Ways Connection Creates Culture focuses on how leaders can build stronger teams by creating real connections with their people. In this talk, you'll learn simple but powerful ways to improve relationships, encourage teamwork, and build a positive culture at work. By focusing on connection, leaders can boost employee morale, increase collaboration, and make everyone feel more valued and included. With practical examples and easy-to-apply strategies, this keynote will help you lead in a way that brings out the best in your team.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  WILL BAGGETT-GLOBAL KEYNOTE SPEAKER 

  Will Baggett, former operations manager for the College Football Playoff, is an award-winning major events professional, former strength coach and dynamic speaker. In early 2020, Will was recognized by the White House for outstanding communications and service to the President of the United States.

  Will has also helped produce events such as the Super Bowl, Final Four and a host of college football bowl games.

  Over his six-year coaching career, Will helped produce 26 NFL draft picks, including two first-round picks.

  Will's first book, The Blueprint for a Successful Career, was released in 2017 to widespread acclaim and has been added to the curriculum at six nationally accredited universities.

  He began speaking in 2017 and has since delivered over 250 keynotes, inspiring over 50,000 people across multigenerational workplaces in both the public and private sector.

  Will is considered to be the undisputed authority in personal branding, body language and soft skills leadership, resulting in a 98.13% approval rating across all his speeches.

  Will is highly regarded as the most interactive speaker in the country, leveraging his unique INFJ personality and quick wit to leave teams more inspired and connected than ever before.

  Connect with WILL BAGGETT on LinkedIn or at willbaggett.com.

  
  

  Menu

  • Napa Valley Lemon Chicken
  • Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots
  • Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes
  • House Salad
  • Key Lime Pie

  (Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or prefer a vegetarian meal.)

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:30 pm - In Person Networking

  5:45 pm - In Person Dinner is Served

  5:50 pm - Virtual Attendees Arrive

  6:00 pm - Meeting Begins for Everyone

  6:15 pm - Keynote Presentation Begins

  7:15 pm - Final Announcements and Door Prizes

  7:30 pm - Meeting Concludes

  Virtual reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Collaboration & Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Cultural Awareness & Inclusion Professional: Coaching, Training Delivery & Facilitation, Career & Leadership Development Organizational: Performance Improvement, Organization Development & Culture, Change Management

  
  

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• June 2025 ATD FWMC New Member Welcome

  • When
    06/09/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
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  New Member Welcome

  
  

  Hosted by: Sharon Duong (VP of Membership)

  June 9, 2025 | 5:00 - 5:30 PM (CT) | Virtual attendance only

  
  

  
  

  We love that ATD Fort Worth / Mid-Cities consistently provides outstanding value to our members. We want to welcome you to our chapter and help you learn how to get the most out of your membership.

  
  

  Who should attend: 

  New members, existing members and future members who want to learn how to get the most value from an ATD Fort Worth / Mid-Cities membership. Some ways we will cover are the outstanding programs that we offer as well as many ways to get involved and build relationships.

  
  

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  Zoom link is sent by email in your event confirmation.
  

  
  

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• Career Transition SIG Part 5 of 5: Kevin Wheeler - Making the Leap from Teaching to LinkedIn: A Guide

  • When
    06/12/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
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  Making the Leap from Teaching to LinkedIn:

  A Guide

  This series has been created for educators looking to transition into the dynamic field of Talent Development (aka...Learning & Development).

  Sign up for all 5 virtual sessions and get a 1 year membership for free!

  
  

  Featuring Kevin Wheeler

  Career Transition SIG Part 5 of 5

  June 12, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM CT | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  When leaving education, transitioning teachers are often overwhelmed by the sheer differences between the public school system and the corporate world. One of the greatest hurdles of all is getting on LinkedIn or similar job sites/boards and just being totally blindsided with the upskilling, networking, and career searching components inherent with the platform.

  No one taught teachers how to network because we were often cloistered in our classrooms and had no reason to talk with others in our field.

  No one taught teachers how to look for jobs outside of education.

  No one taught teachers how to regularly upskill because there's no job growth as an educator and thus no reason to learn new things except for a pay bump.

  Though this conversation will not be an entirely comprehensive dive into LinkedIn or how to use social media to change careers, I will help you get started with that process. It's incredibly stressful and daunting at first, but we'll figure it out together.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  Kevin Wheeler - Instructional Designer

  Kevin Wheeler is a former middle and high school History and English teacher from Southern California. He transitioned into the Learning and Development field back in 2022 and became an Instructional Designer after obtaining his Certificate in eLearning and Instructional Design from UC Irvine. He formerly made trainings for the customer success team at the autonomous vehicle firm, Cruise, but currently works for Hanger Inc. - the renown prosthetic and orthotic company - where he creates training videos and eLearning courses for clinicians, office administrators, and fabrication specialists.

  Kevin is also an avid YouTuber and Podcaster where he discusses transitioning teacher issues, instructional design topics, and provides general career advice.

  Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn and enjoy his portfolio here.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Communication Professional: Career & Leadership Development, Technology Application Organizational: Consulting & Business Partnering, Talent Strategy & Management

  
  

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• Career Development SIG: Learning Lounge Series with Taresa Scott - Three Steps to Getting What You Want in a Negotiation

  • When
    06/19/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
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  Three Steps to Getting What You Want in a Negotiation

  
  

  Featuring Taresa Scott

  Career Development SIG

  June 19, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  We negotiate all the time at work -- for raises, promotions, time off -- and we usually go into it like it's a battle. But it's not about dominating, says organizational psychologist Ruchi Sinha. Let's learn how to approach it with confidence and build stronger relationships along the way.

  Join us to learn and develop three key steps that will help you master this skill.

  
  

  About the Guest Speaker 

  Taresa Scott - Founder | Chief Learning Officer 

  

  Taresa Scott is a passionate advocate for building cultures of learning that drive employee retention and organizational success. With a proven track record of transforming training and development initiatives, Taresa specializes in partnering with organizations to address challenges such as high turnover, low engagement, and outdated or ineffective training programs.

  Taresa collaborates with leadership to uncover the key drivers of employee satisfaction and crafts tailored strategies to keep top talent engaged, motivated, and thriving.

  Expertise Includes:

  • Discovery & Assessment: Conducting focus groups and skill gap analyses to pinpoint organizational learning needs.
  • Strategic Program Development: Designing competency-based learning paths for onboarding, career progression, and skill enhancement.
  • Implementation & Optimization: Implementing personalized learning solutions and gathering feedback to continuously refine and improve outcomes.

  Whether organizations are struggling with employee turnover, lack standardized onboarding processes, or need to modernize their training programs, Taresa provides the expertise and strategic approach to align learning initiatives with business goals.

  Connect with Taresa Scott on LinkedIn or at www.bleuprint.design.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  11:55 am - Log In

  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Communication, Collaboration & Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making Professional: Coaching, Career & Leadership Development Organizational: Organizational Development & Culture, Change Management

  
  

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• Learning Technologies SIG: Samuel Apata - June E-Learning Mix

  • When
    06/26/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
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  E-Learning Mix

  
  

  Featuring Samuel Apata

  Learning Technologies SIG

  June 26, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Each month, we explore a range of AI-powered video and media tools designed to support a variety of learning and communication goals. Drawing from real-world experience, each session showcases practical applications, highlight key features, and offer guidance on selecting and integrating tools that best suit your needs. You'll leave with valuable insights to make confident, strategic decisions when incorporating new technologies into your workflow.

  Key Takeaways:

  • Gain a practical understanding of the strengths and limitations of various AI-driven media tools.
  • Learn how to match tool capabilities to specific objectives, content types, and audience needs.
  • Discover workflow strategies for integrating media tools into cohesive, high-impact experiences.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  SAMUEL APATA - Senior ELearning Developer

  

  Samuel is a dedicated learning and development professional with a decade of experience developing and retaining talent for companies. He is well-versed in creating motivational and meaningful learning that develops skills and inspires better performance. With experience in various mentoring roles, including assisting transitioning teachers and job seekers, Samuel has identified solutions to common areas learning developers struggle with. He is a regular contributor to the Articulate E-Learning Heroes Community and often shares his knowledge at workshops and conferences.

  Connect with Samuel Apata on LinkedIn or at samuelapata.com.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Project Management Professional: Instructional Design, Technology Application, Training Delivery & Facilitation Organizational: Performance Improvement, Future Readiness, Business Impact

  
  

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• July 2025 ATD FW/MC Chapter Meeting: Summer Social at Chicken N Pickle

  • When
    07/16/2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    In-Person Only at Chicken N Pickle | 4600 Merlot Ave. | Grapevine, TX 76051
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  Summer Social at Chicken N Pickle

  
  

  
  

  July 16, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30 PM (CT)

  In-Person at Chicken N Pickle

  4600 Merlot Ave. | Grapevine, TX 76051

  Register by Monday, June 30th

  
  

  Event Description

  ATD Fort Worth/Mid-Cities and ATD Dallas are joining forces for an evening of fun at Chicken N Pickle in Grapevine — and you're invited!

  Come meet Learning and Development professionals from across the Metroplex in a relaxed, playful environment. Hit the pickleball courts or just hang out and enjoy the appetizers — no pressure to play if you’d rather network and watch!

  Your ticket includes appetizers and pickleball play (paddles provided). Beverages are available for purchase separately. Bring your friends, your coworkers, or your family — everyone’s welcome!

  Whether you’re looking to expand your network, reconnect with familiar faces, or just enjoy a casual night out, this is the perfect opportunity.

  
  

  (Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.)

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Collaboration & Leadership, Cultural Awareness & Inclusion, Communication Professional: Career & Leadership, Coaching Organizational: Performance Improvement, Organizational Development & Culture

  
  

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• Learning Technologies SIG: Samuel Apata - July E-Learning Mix

  • When
    07/31/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
    93

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  E-Learning Mix

  
  

  Featuring Samuel Apata

  Learning Technologies SIG

  July 31, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Each month, we explore a range of AI-powered video and media tools designed to support a variety of learning and communication goals. Drawing from real-world experience, each session showcases practical applications, highlight key features, and offer guidance on selecting and integrating tools that best suit your needs. You'll leave with valuable insights to make confident, strategic decisions when incorporating new technologies into your workflow.

  Key Takeaways:

  • Gain a practical understanding of the strengths and limitations of various AI-driven media tools.
  • Learn how to match tool capabilities to specific objectives, content types, and audience needs.
  • Discover workflow strategies for integrating media tools into cohesive, high-impact experiences.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  SAMUEL APATA - Senior ELearning Developer

  

  Samuel is a dedicated learning and development professional with a decade of experience developing and retaining talent for companies. He is well-versed in creating motivational and meaningful learning that develops skills and inspires better performance. With experience in various mentoring roles, including assisting transitioning teachers and job seekers, Samuel has identified solutions to common areas learning developers struggle with. He is a regular contributor to the Articulate E-Learning Heroes Community and often shares his knowledge at workshops and conferences.

  Connect with Samuel Apata on LinkedIn or at samuelapata.com.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

  Invite your friends by sharing this link on social media.

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Project Management Professional: Instructional Design, Technology Application, Training Delivery & Facilitation Organizational: Performance Improvement, Future Readiness, Business Impact

  
  

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• Power Hour: Munch and Mingle with Danielle Eisenach-Reichel

  • When
    08/01/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Corner Bakery | 100 State St Southlake, TX 76092
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  Power Hour:

  Munch and Mingle

  Join Danielle Eisenach-Reichel

  at Corner Bakery

  100 State St Southlake, TX 76092

  August 1, 2025 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CT 

  Free for entry | Lunch available for purchase

  
  

  Session Description

  Join Past President Danielle Eisenach-Reichel for a casual and engaging Networking Lunch where great conversations meet delicious food! This event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your network in a relaxed setting. Whether you're looking to build new relationships, catch up with colleagues, or explore potential collaborations, this is the place to do it – all while enjoying a delicious meal.

  Come as you are, bring your appetite for good food and great connections, and leave with fresh insights and new contacts to help you thrive professionally. Don't miss out on this chance to network and nourish your career!

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Collaboration & Leadership, Communication Professional: Career & Leadership Development, Coaching Organizational: Organization Development & Culture, Talent Strategy & Management

  
  

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• Instructional Design SIG: Stephanie Yesil & Tanya Andrassy Beniquez- How to Build a Standout Instructional Design Portfolio Using AI

  • When
    08/05/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
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  How to Build a Standout ID Portfolio Using AI

  Featuring Steph Yesil & Tanya Andrassy Beniquez

  Instructional Design SIG

  August 5, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM (CT) | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Join us for a live session designed for transitioning teachers looking to break into Instructional Design, eLearning, or EdTech. Learn what hiring managers are looking for in 2025, use AI to build high-value learning content quickly, and participate in a live demo where AI generates a 360° learning scene in real time! Whether you're an aspiring ID or looking for more information on AI and the future of learning, this session will give you the practical strategies and AI tools to help you stand out. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step in your career!

  
  

  About the Speakers 

  Steph Yesil - Founder of Elevated Careers

  Steph Yesil is the powerhouse behind Elevated Careers, where she helps educators transition out of the classroom and into growth-forward corporate roles. She made her own move from teaching to a six-figure corporate career, climbing the ladder through promotions, and built her business on showing others how to do the same. Educators go to her when they’re ready to stop playing small and start building real, lucrative careers beyond education.

  Connect with Steph on LinkedIn or at www.elevated.careers.

  
  

  Tanya Andrassy Beniquez - Founder of eTeach, LLC

  Tanya is the CEO and founder of eTeach, where she helps aspiring Instructional Designers break into eLearning with confidence, cutting-edge skills, and portfolios that stand out. After transitioning from a TV career to a nationally awarded role in immersive learning, she mastered a process to build 360° VR scenarios in hours—not days—by leveraging AI. Now, she teaches others how to future-proof their careers with in-demand, tech-forward skills and bite-sized, approachable training that gets results.

  Connect with Tanya on LinkedIn or at eteach.mykajabi.com.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

  Invite your friends by sharing this link on social media.

  Connect with us

        

  
  

  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Communication Professional: Instructional Design, Technology Application, Career & Leadership Development Organizational: Future Readiness, Talent Strategy & Management

  
  

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• August 2025 ATD FW/MC Chapter Meeting: Paul Lopushinsky - How To Improve Your Employee Experience Through Employee Journey Mapping

  • When
    08/07/2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom; AND In-Person at Diamond Oaks Country Club

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  How To Improve Your Employee Experience Through Employee Journey Mapping

  Featuring Paul Lopushinsky

  August 7, 2025| 6:00 - 7:15 PM (CT) | Virtual or In-Person at

  Diamond Oaks Country Club | 5821 Diamond Oaks Drive North | Fort Worth, TX 76117

  Register by Monday, August 4th | Early Bird pricing ends Thursday, July 17th

  
  

  Session Description

  Employee Journey Mapping is a powerful tool to help organizations understand and improve the stages of an employee’s journey. It can help organizations understand the “moments that matter” for employees and improve the employee experience. They can help you gain a better understanding of employee’s needs.

  In this talk, you will learn about the fundamentals of employee journey mapping. By understanding the learnings an employee journey map can offer, you can find those critical “moments that matter” for employees.

  Paul Lopushinsky, founder of Playficient, will work through a practical example of building an employee journey map by navigating through the map that comes from a cumulation of past client work and best practices.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  Paul Lopushinsky - Founder

  

  Paul Lopushinsky is the founder of Playficient, a consultancy helping organizations create better employee experiences.

  Areas of focus for Playficient include the following:

  • Employee Journey Mapping for identifying the strengths and shortcomings of the employee experience

  • Utilizing the Eight Play Personalities to create better work cultures that don't rely on fancy office perks or forced fun

  Paul has worked with organizations such as Ronald McDonald House, The British Columbia Lottery Corporation, UXPressia, and Culture Amp.

  Paul’s work has been featured in the BBC, Harvard Business Review, Association for Talent Development, and People Managing People.

  Connect with Paul on LinkedIn or at playficient.com.

  Join the Playficient Mailing List at eepurl.com/gdtBBL.

  
  

  Menu

  • Filet Mignon Stroganoff Medallions with Roasted Mushrooms
  • Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots
  • French Green Bean Almondine
  • Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

  (Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or prefer a vegetarian meal.)

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:30 pm - In Person Networking

  5:45 pm - In Person Dinner is Served

  5:50 pm - Virtual Attendees Arrive

  6:00 pm - Meeting Begins for Everyone

  6:15 pm - Keynote Presentation Begins

  7:15 pm - Final Announcements and Door Prizes

  7:30 pm - Meeting Concludes

  Virtual reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

  Invite your friends by sharing this link on social media.

  Connect with us

        

  
  

  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Cultural Awareness & Inclusion, Collaboration & Leadership Professional: Instructional Design, Coaching, Evaluating Impact Organizational: Performance Improvement, Organization Development & Culture, Change Management

  
  

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• August 2025 ATD FWMC New Member Welcome

  • When
    08/11/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
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  New Member Welcome

  
  

  Hosted by: Sharon Duong (VP of Membership)

  August 11, 2025 | 5:00 - 5:30 PM (CT) | Virtual attendance only

  
  

  
  

  We love that ATD Fort Worth / Mid-Cities consistently provides outstanding value to our members. We want to welcome you to our chapter and help you learn how to get the most out of your membership.

  
  

  Who should attend: 

  New members, existing members and future members who want to learn how to get the most value from an ATD Fort Worth / Mid-Cities membership. Some ways we will cover are the outstanding programs that we offer as well as many ways to get involved and build relationships.

  
  

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  Zoom link is sent by email in your event confirmation.
  

  
  

  Connect with us

        

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• Career Development SIG: Jen Recla - Discovering Your Working Genius for Personal & Team Success

  • When
    08/19/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
    94

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  Discovering Your Working Genius for Personal & Team Success

  Featuring Jen Recla

  Career Development SIG

  August 19, 2025 | 6:00 -7:00 PM (CT) | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Are you ready to uncover the parts of the work process that energize and frustrate you? Join us this June as we explore the Working Genius model, created by Pat Lencioni of The Table Group. Discover the six essential types of work that drive personal fulfillment and professional success. We'll explore how understanding these types can empower us to leverage our natural gifts, enhance productivity, and cultivate a more cohesive team dynamic. By gaining insight into our unique strengths and preferences, we will be equipped to navigate our work with greater clarity, purpose, and effectiveness.

  What sets this tool apart?

  -It's simple, there are only six stages of work in the model

  -The assessment tool is 80% focused on productivity, 20% on personality

  -While many assessments help us understand how we are wired, this tool helps us understand how we best fit into the work process

  What you'll learn:

  -Review the six types of working genius model

  -Identify your top geniuses and frustrations*

  -Uncover ways you can apply this model to your work

  *You may access the Working Genius Assessment at workinggenius.com; however, you do not need to complete it in advance to participate in the workshop.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  Jen Recla-Nonprofit Leadership Coach & Trainer, Recla Coaching & Consulting

  

  As a coach, trainer, and outdoor enthusiast, Jen is on a mission to awaken passion, joy, and the spirit of adventure in leadership.

  With over 15 years of experience in leadership, organizational development, and coaching, she specializes in creating growth experiences that inspire and equip leaders to navigate their workload effectively, lead with confidence, and build high-performing, engaged, and resilient teams.

  Jen leverages her top Gallup strengths—woo, maximizer, communication, futuristic, and arranger—to make learning fun and impactful, helping leaders work smarter, not harder.

  When she’s not coaching or training, you’ll find her exploring the outdoors, where she draws inspiration for her work helping leaders embrace resilience, adaptability, and the thrill of growth.

  Connect with Jen on LinkedIn or at jenrecla.com.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Collaboration & Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making Professional: Career & Leadership Development, Coaching Organizational: Performance Improvement, Change Management, Organization Development & Culture

  
  

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• Career Development SIG: Learning Lounge Series with Taresa Scott - Let Curiosity Lead

  • When
    08/21/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
    93

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  Let Curiosity Lead

  
  

  Featuring Taresa Scott

  Career Development SIG

  August 21, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Embrace your 'distractions,' as actress Yara Shahidi suggests, for they are often your curiosity leading you to your future. Learn how to recognize these clues and chart your own path.

  Join us to discover how you can let your curiosity steer you in the right direction for your career.

  
  

  About the Guest Speaker 

  Taresa Scott - Founder | Chief Learning Officer 

  

  Taresa Scott is a passionate advocate for building cultures of learning that drive employee retention and organizational success. With a proven track record of transforming training and development initiatives, Taresa specializes in partnering with organizations to address challenges such as high turnover, low engagement, and outdated or ineffective training programs.

  Taresa collaborates with leadership to uncover the key drivers of employee satisfaction and crafts tailored strategies to keep top talent engaged, motivated, and thriving.

  Expertise Includes:

  • Discovery & Assessment: Conducting focus groups and skill gap analyses to pinpoint organizational learning needs.
  • Strategic Program Development: Designing competency-based learning paths for onboarding, career progression, and skill enhancement.
  • Implementation & Optimization: Implementing personalized learning solutions and gathering feedback to continuously refine and improve outcomes.

  Whether organizations are struggling with employee turnover, lack standardized onboarding processes, or need to modernize their training programs, Taresa provides the expertise and strategic approach to align learning initiatives with business goals.

  Connect with Taresa Scott on LinkedIn or at www.bleuprint.design.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  11:55 am - Log In

  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making Professional: Coaching, Career & Leadership Development Organizational: Organizational Development & Culture, Talent Strategy & Management

  
  

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• Learning Technologies SIG: Samuel Apata - August E-Learning Mix

  • When
    08/28/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
    94

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  E-Learning Mix

  
  

  Featuring Samuel Apata

  Learning Technologies SIG

  August 28, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Each month, we explore a range of AI-powered video and media tools designed to support a variety of learning and communication goals. Drawing from real-world experience, each session showcases practical applications, highlight key features, and offer guidance on selecting and integrating tools that best suit your needs. You'll leave with valuable insights to make confident, strategic decisions when incorporating new technologies into your workflow.

  Key Takeaways:

  • Gain a practical understanding of the strengths and limitations of various AI-driven media tools.
  • Learn how to match tool capabilities to specific objectives, content types, and audience needs.
  • Discover workflow strategies for integrating media tools into cohesive, high-impact experiences.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  SAMUEL APATA - Senior ELearning Developer

  

  Samuel is a dedicated learning and development professional with a decade of experience developing and retaining talent for companies. He is well-versed in creating motivational and meaningful learning that develops skills and inspires better performance. With experience in various mentoring roles, including assisting transitioning teachers and job seekers, Samuel has identified solutions to common areas learning developers struggle with. He is a regular contributor to the Articulate E-Learning Heroes Community and often shares his knowledge at workshops and conferences.

  Connect with Samuel Apata on LinkedIn or at samuelapata.com.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

  Invite your friends by sharing this link on social media.

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Project Management Professional: Instructional Design, Technology Application, Training Delivery & Facilitation Organizational: Performance Improvement, Future Readiness, Business Impact

  
  

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• September 2025 ATD FW/MC Chapter Meeting: John Wright - How to Get an A in Business and Life

  • When
    09/04/2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom; AND In-Person at Diamond Oaks Country Club

  Register

  
  

  How to Get an A in Business and Life

  Featuring John Wright

  September 4, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM (CT) | Virtual or In-Person at

  Diamond Oaks Country Club | 5821 Diamond Oaks Drive North | Fort Worth, TX 76117

  Register by Monday, September 1st | Early Bird pricing ends Thursday, August 14th

  
  

  Session Description

  As learning professionals we have a responsibility to help others to achieve their full potential or "get an A." Yet, we often struggle with achieving excellence in our own lives and professions, resulting in stress, anxiety, and frustration. John will share some simple leadership strategies that will help you do more of what matters and less of what doesn't, becoming happier and more fulfilled in the process.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  John Wright - Founder and President

  

  John Wright has been training managers and developing leaders for over thirty-five years. As Founder and President of Simple Leadership Strategies, John has lead workshops in thirty-six cities in the U.S and twelve countries on five continents. Specializing in transformational or heart learning, he helps organizations transform customers into advocates, workgroups into teams, employees into partners and managers into leaders. Job one is to create leaders at every level of an organization. He is a Certified Seminar Leader and a Past President of the Association of Talent Development. He and his wife Karen have been married for fifty-two years, have four children, twelve grandchildren, and one great grandchild.

  Connect with John on LinkedIn or at simpleleadershipstrategies.com.

  
  

  Menu

  • Southern Comfort Buffet with Pot Roast Carrots & Onions
  • Country Bacon Green Beans
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Apple Pie

  (Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or prefer a vegetarian meal.)

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:30 pm - In Person Networking

  5:45 pm - In Person Dinner is Served

  5:50 pm - Virtual Attendees Arrive

  6:00 pm - Meeting Begins for Everyone

  6:15 pm - Keynote Presentation Begins

  7:15 pm - Final Announcements and Door Prizes

  7:30 pm - Meeting Concludes

  Virtual reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

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  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Collaboration & Leadership Professional: Career & Leadership Development, Coaching, Evaluating Impact Organizational: Performance Improvement, Organization Development & Culture

  
  

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• Career Development SIG: Learning Lounge Series with Taresa Scott - How to be a Team Player — Without Burning Out

  • When
    09/18/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
    94

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  How to be a Team Player —

  Without Burning Out

  
  

  Featuring Taresa Scott

  Career Development SIG

  September 18, 2025 | 12:00 PM (CT)| Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Collaboration pioneer Rob Cross discusses how to be a team player without burning out. He addresses the problem of collaboration overload in the workplace, where the emphasis on teamwork ironically reduces individual productivity.

  Join us as we learn how to navigate workplace collaboration effectively, avoid burnout, and improve your well-being while remaining an effective team player.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  Taresa Scott - Founder | Chief Learning Officer

  Taresa Scott is a passionate advocate for building cultures of learning that drive employee retention and organizational success. With a proven track record of transforming training and development initiatives, Taresa specializes in partnering with organizations to address challenges such as high turnover, low engagement, and outdated or ineffective training programs.

  Taresa collaborates with leadership to uncover the key drivers of employee satisfaction and crafts tailored strategies to keep top talent engaged, motivated, and thriving.

  Expertise Includes:

  • Discovery & Assessment: Conducting focus groups and skill gap analyses to pinpoint organizational learning needs.
  • Strategic Program Development: Designing competency-based learning paths for onboarding, career progression, and skill enhancement.
  • Implementation & Optimization: Implementing personalized learning solutions and gathering feedback to continuously refine and improve outcomes.

  Whether organizations are struggling with employee turnover, lack standardized onboarding processes, or need to modernize their training programs, Taresa provides the expertise and strategic approach to align learning initiatives with business goals.

  Connect with Taresa Scott on LinkedIn or at www.bleuprint.design.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  11:55 pm - Log In

  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

  Invite your friends by sharing this link on social media.

  Connect with us

        

  
  

  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Collaboration & Leadership Development Professional: Career & Leadership Development, Coaching Organizational: Performance Improvement, Organization Development & Culture, Change Management

  
  

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• Learning Technologies SIG: Samuel Apata - September E-Learning Mix

  • When
    09/25/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
    94

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  E-Learning Mix

  
  

  Featuring Samuel Apata

  Learning Technologies SIG

  September 25, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Each month, we explore a range of AI-powered video and media tools designed to support a variety of learning and communication goals. Drawing from real-world experience, each session showcases practical applications, highlight key features, and offer guidance on selecting and integrating tools that best suit your needs. You'll leave with valuable insights to make confident, strategic decisions when incorporating new technologies into your workflow.

  Key Takeaways:

  • Gain a practical understanding of the strengths and limitations of various AI-driven media tools.
  • Learn how to match tool capabilities to specific objectives, content types, and audience needs.
  • Discover workflow strategies for integrating media tools into cohesive, high-impact experiences.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  SAMUEL APATA - Senior E-Learning Developer

  

  Samuel is a dedicated learning and development professional with a decade of experience developing and retaining talent for companies. He is well-versed in creating motivational and meaningful learning that develops skills and inspires better performance. With experience in various mentoring roles, including assisting transitioning teachers and job seekers, Samuel has identified solutions to common areas learning developers struggle with. He is a regular contributor to the Articulate E-Learning Heroes Community and often shares his knowledge at workshops and conferences.

  Connect with Samuel on LinkedIn or at samuelapata.com.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  5:55 pm - Log In

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

  Invite your friends by sharing this link on social media.

  Connect with us

        

  
  

  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making, Project Management Professional: Instructional Design, Technology Application, Training Delivery & Facilitation Organizational: Performance Improvement, Future Readiness, Business Impact

  
  

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• October 2025 ATD FWMC New Member Welcome

  • When
    10/13/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
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  New Member Welcome

  
  

  Hosted by: Sharon Duong (VP of Membership)

  October 13, 2025| 5:00 - 5:30 PM (CT) | Virtual attendance only

  
  

  
  

  We love that ATD Fort Worth / Mid-Cities consistently provides outstanding value to our members. We want to welcome you to our chapter and help you learn how to get the most out of your membership.

  
  

  Who should attend: 

  New members, existing members and future members who want to learn how to get the most value from an ATD Fort Worth / Mid-Cities membership. Some ways we will cover are the outstanding programs that we offer as well as many ways to get involved and build relationships.

  
  

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  Zoom link is sent by email in your event confirmation.
  

  
  

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• Career Development SIG: Learning Lounge Series with Taresa Scott - Three Ways to Measure Your Adaptability -- And How to Improve It

  • When
    10/16/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom
  • Spaces left
    94

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  Three Ways to Measure Your Adaptability

  And How to Improve It
  

  
  

  Featuring Taresa Scott

  Career Development SIG

  October 16, 2025 | 12:00 PM (CT)| Virtual attendance only

  Free for Chapter Members, $10 for Guests

  
  

  Session Description

  Venture investor Natalie Fratto believes that adaptability is the key to success in today's rapidly changing world. Let's explore Fratto's framework for assessing your "adaptability quotient" – a crucial skill set that transcends traditional measures of intelligence and charisma.

  Join us this month to learn and develop practical strategies to enhance your own adaptability to stay agile and competitive in your world of work.

  
  

  About the Speaker 

  Taresa Scott - Founder | Chief Learning Officer

  Taresa Scott is a passionate advocate for building cultures of learning that drive employee retention and organizational success. With a proven track record of transforming training and development initiatives, Taresa specializes in partnering with organizations to address challenges such as high turnover, low engagement, and outdated or ineffective training programs.

  Taresa collaborates with leadership to uncover the key drivers of employee satisfaction and crafts tailored strategies to keep top talent engaged, motivated, and thriving.

  Expertise Includes:

  • Discovery & Assessment: Conducting focus groups and skill gap analyses to pinpoint organizational learning needs.
  • Strategic Program Development: Designing competency-based learning paths for onboarding, career progression, and skill enhancement.
  • Implementation & Optimization: Implementing personalized learning solutions and gathering feedback to continuously refine and improve outcomes.

  Whether organizations are struggling with employee turnover, lack standardized onboarding processes, or need to modernize their training programs, Taresa provides the expertise and strategic approach to align learning initiatives with business goals.

  Connect with Taresa Scott on LinkedIn or at www.bleuprint.design.

  
  

  Meeting Agenda

  11:55 pm - Log In

  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT - Speaker Presentation + Q&A

  All online reservations are OPEN the day of the meeting.

  
  

  Invite your friends by sharing this link on social media.

  Connect with us

        

  
  

  How can this session help enhance your professional development?

  This session will provide actionable insights from the Capability Model, showing you how to develop key skills and strategies, such as:

  Personal: Lifelong Learning, Cultural Awareness & Inclusion, Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making Professional: Technology Application, Evaluating Impact, Career & Leadership Development Organizational: Performance Improvement, Future Readiness, Change Management

  
  

  Show details