Is there anything she can’t do?! We don't think so, so join us for our Season 1 finale where we'll dig into what each of us can do to make our learning programs more accessible, how to tap into the power of Power Apps and the connection between game design and instructional design. We’re wrapping up Season 1 with instructional designer extraordinai…

The secrets about creating and curating content for learning, what L&D professionals can steal from marketing and what it takes to build a following and showcase your personal brand. Come along for an exciting conversation with content curation guru and learning consultant, Mike Taylor! About Mike Taylor Mike Taylor is a teacher at Franklin Univers…

Insights about the secrets to discovering your career path, becoming an eLearning superhero and how AI may (or may not) change the game for instructional designers and eLearning creators. This week, we’re talking to Tim Slade, Creator of The eLearning Designer’s Acadamy and one of the industry’s leading voices in eLearning! About Tim Slade Tim Slad…

Preparing students for their post-college career, the evolving needs of the emerging workforce and the best things leaders can to do support young professionals. Join us for a special conversation with Kristin Economos, Senior Director of the Adam’s Leadership Institute at Drake University and owner of The Life Skills Launch, LLC! About Kristin Eco…

The secrets to designing engaging and compelling eLearning courses, honing your craft as a designer and what makes for an ideal onboarding program. Join us as we talk with Jeni Johnson, Senior Instructional Designer at Traliant, for a wide-ranging conversation and peek behind the curtain about how to create stunning and meaningful training courses.…

The secrets and research behind why psychological safety is critical for the modern-day leader, what’s trending in leadership development and how emerging technology like AI is shaping the talent development game. Tune in for an exciting conversation with Molly Mackey, longtime supporter of ATD Central Iowa, KAT Director for Optimae Lifeservices an…

The importance of community involvement, the intersection of volunteerism and professional development and why formal learning isn’t always the answer for building new skills. Join us this week for a wide-ranging conversation with Rona Berinobis, SVP of Corporate Social Responsibility, Organizational Development and Internal Communications at Athen…

The secrets to unlocking your innovation, creating a culture of idea generation and why failure can ultimately lead to extraordinary success. It’s time for a conversation with author, keynote speaker and former CEO of the Iowa Lottery and Blank Park Zoo, Terry Rich! About Terry Rich: Terry Rich is a disruptive innovator and entrepreneur with a driv…

We’re shifting gears this week for an exciting conversation with Gianna Pugliese, Intercultural Outreach Coordinator with the West Des Moines Community School District. Listen in as Gianna talks about the intersection of K-12 education and corporate learning, the difference between guilt and shame and how acknowledging our biases leads to stronger …

We’re getting knowledge for days as we talk to Amy Pfeifer, Sr. Talent Consultant at Principal for a peek behind the curtain at what talent development looks like for a global FORTUNE 500 company, current trends in employee development needs and an introduction to heutagogy! About Amy Pfeifer: Amy has been working in the world of talent development…

What an episode we’ve got today! Get to know Deidre Williams, Vice President, Organizational Effectiveness at EMC Insurance for a wide-ranging conversation including the importance of continuous learning, the secrets of staying AGILE and how a last-minute pivot due to the COVID-19 pandemic led to an award-winning talent development strategy! About …

In a wide-ranging conversation, get to know Kai Gillespie, Talent Development Coordinator at IMT Insurance as she shares insights about making organizations more people-centered, the intersection of DEI and talent development and the connection of anthropology and talent development! Plus, Kai runs down "The 5!" About Kai Gillespie: Kai has been in…

Introducing ATD Central Iowa’s own Joey Spivey! Finding your passion in talent development, building an organizational development structure from the ground up and the secrets to honing your personal facilitation style. Plus, Joey runs down "The 5!" About Joey Spivey: Like many, Joey kind of tripped and fell into the world of talent development. He…

Get to know Sara Faas Jones, Director of Training, Education and Quality at Nationwide Insurance as she shares the secrets to measuring and evaluating program effectiveness, transitioning from tactical to strategic work and how to drive accountability and stay organized while navigating rapid change. Plus, Sara runs down "The 5!" About Sara Faas Jo…

Get to know Kristin Tague, Head of Talent Acquisition and Talent Development at Pella Corporation and she sheds light on the secrets to successfully transitioning to a new company, instilling a coaching mindset and the intersection of talent acquisition and talent development! Plus, Kristin runs down "The 5!" About Kristin Tague With over 29 years …

Growing a business in an evolving talent development landscape, how to get consistent, measurable results and how giving back to the community can lead to personal fulfillment and growth. Listen as we chat with Todd McDonald, Founder & President of ATW Training Solutions as he shares wisdom about how to survive and thrive in an ever-changing indust…

The joys (and challenges) of starting a business, what it's like to write a book and how a background in theater performance led to a passion for reducing harm in the workplace, listen as Sarah Noll Wilson, President & CEO of Sarah Noll Wilson Inc. takes us on a journey through her career. Plus, Sarah runs down "The 5!" About Sarah Noll Wilson: Sar…

Want to hear some stories, experiences and tips to help you learn and grow in your career in talent development? Well, welcome to Connect 5, the exclusive podcast from ATD Central Iowa bringing you the need-to-know information – right from the people who have it – to help you thrive in talent development. In each episode, we’ll introduce you to som…