ATD PHL Greater Philadelphia Chapter upcoming events

L&OD SIG Workshop: “Measuring Learning & Development’s Impact” (June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for what may be one of the most valuable workshops that L&D professionals can and should experience as part of their career journey. We are honored to have Patti Phillips, CEO of the ROI Institute and recipient of many talent development awards, as our presenter.

This highly practical 5-hour workshop provides L&D professionals with the tools needed to quantitatively and qualitatively link learning to measurable outcomes. You'll move beyond smile sheets to focus on demonstrating actual impact and ROI, following the Phillips Five-Level Framework and ROI Methodology. This workshop covers concepts critical to demonstrating value, like:

Aligning L&D programs/initiatives with organizational KPIs.
Isolating the effects of L&D programs on business measures like turnover rate, employee engagement scores, customer satisfaction, revenue impact, and leadership pipeline strength.
Calculating Return on Investment (ROI) for L&D initiatives.
Creating a compelling data story to communicate L&D’s impact to stakeholders.

While this workshop is an introduction to the ROI Methodology, you will leave with tools and resources to help you demonstrate value in terms that matter most.

Note: The ROI Methodology was adopted by ATD Education as the methodology of choice for its Evaluating Learning Impact and Measuring Return on Investment Certificate programs. It is documented in over 100 books including more than 50 ATD publications.

Facilitator:

Patti P. Phillips, PhD, CPTD

Patti P. Phillips, PhD, CPTD is CEO of ROI Institute. She helps organizations implement the ROI Methodology® in more than 70 countries. Her work spans private sector, public sector, nonprofit, and nongovernmental organizations. Patti has authored and edited more than 75 books on measurement and evaluation.

Patti serves as chair of the International Federation of Training and Development Organizations Board of Trustees; chair of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research Evaluation Advisory Board; co-chair of the Institute for Corporate Productivity People Analytics Board; and board member of the American Board of Optometry. From 2018-2024, Patti served on the United Nations Institute for Training and Research Board of Trustees. During her tenure she served as board vice chair and finance committee member.

She, along with her husband and ROI Institute co-founder Dr. Jack J. Phillips, is the recipient of the 2024 Association of Learning Providers (ISA) Thought Leader Award, 2022 Association for Talent Development (ATD) Thought Leader Award, and the 2019 Center for Talent Reporting Distinguished Contributor Award. Additionally, in 2015, Patti was honored as the ATD CPTD Fellow, a distinction that recognizes her contributions to the professionalization of the talent development field.

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Get Certified:

Attendees qualify for initial eligibility and recertification of the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) credentials.

ATD Certification Credits for this program: 6.0

ATD Greater Philadelphia Chapter: Open House (June 22, 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

This interactive virtual session is your chance to connect and learn with current members, learn what ATD-PHL offers, and discover how to get the most from your membership. Whether you’re new to the chapter or a long-time member, you’ll meet chapter leaders, explore volunteer and leadership opportunities, and help shape future programs through small-group discussions and networking.

Come share your ideas, ask questions, and get inspired to engage more deeply with our vibrant learning community.

Career SIG Management Webinar: “The EQ Advantage: Navigating and Advancing Your Career in Talent Development” (July 22, 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Whether you’re transitioning into Talent Development, growing within the field, or preparing for your next opportunity, technical expertise alone is rarely enough to move your career forward. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is often the differentiator that influences who gets hired, promoted, and trusted to lead.

In this interactive session, participants will explore how EQ shows up in real career moments including interviews, networking, stakeholder relationships, leadership visibility, and career transitions. Through practical examples and guided reflection, the session will examine the four core EQ competencies—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management—and how they directly impact career growth and professional presence.

Attendees will identify their own EQ strengths and growth areas, gain strategies for managing career-related stress and uncertainty, and learn actionable techniques to communicate with greater clarity, influence, and confidence. Participants will leave with practical tools they can immediately apply to strengthen relationships, increase career mobility, and navigate the evolving Talent Development landscape more effectively.

Presenter:

Dr. Michael Brenner | Founder & CEO

As founder and CEO of Right Chord Leadership, Dr. Michael Brenner collaborates with leaders and teams at all levels to strengthen the essential skills needed for peak performance. He is the author of Strike the Right Chord: The Emerging Leader’s Guide to Exceptional Performance and has partnered with leading organizations in a variety of industries, including Penn Medicine, the City of Philadelphia, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Boeing, and United Way.

Michael has been a featured speaker at industry events and conferences around the world, including South Asia, Canada and Australia. He holds a doctorate in Adult Learning and Leadership from Columbia University and a master’s degree in Adult and Organizational Development from Temple University. He has taught courses in organizational behavior, negotiation skills, and interpersonal relations (among others) at American University, Temple University, and La Salle University. Currently, Michael is a guest lecturer at Penn State University.

Learning Conference (September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

ATD Greater Philadelphia and the Villanova College of Professional Studies are pleased to announce our first ever Learning Conference to be held on September 15th, 2026 (this will be an all-day event) at the Inn at Villanova University. More information to follow soon! Mark your calendars and keep an eye out for registration information.