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• Igniting Learning & Development Excellence: Connect, Engage, & Thrive

  • When
    23 Oct 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Red Cedar Lodge @ Wannatee Park, 1700 Big Bluestem Dr, Marion, Ia 52302
  • Registered
    14 registrants

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  Igniting Learning & Development Excellence: Connect, Engage, & Thrive

  Date: Thursday, October 23rd

  Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  Location: Red Cedar Lodge @ Wannatee Park, 1700 Big Bluestem Dr, Marion, IA 52302

  Join the ATD Hawkeye Chapter and local L&D professionals for a fun fall evening at Red Cedar Lodge! There'll be cozy culinary delights (soup cook off, festive fall treats) along with activities and takeaways that you can bring back your organization.

  Can't attend for the whole event? That's okay! Check out the agenda below: 

  Welcome & Kickoff

  A warm welcome from our President, Marcie VanNote followed by a quick spotlight on our event sponsor.

  Part 1: Connect

  Break the ice and build energy with interactive activities that set the tone for collaboration and creativity.

  Part 2: Engage

  Get ready for a hands-on, scenario-based challenge that threads through four essential L&D topics. Participants will team up to tackle real-world complexities, followed by rapid-fire expert insights: 10 Tips in 10 Minutes.

  Topics:

  • Trying Again After Failing – Practice, persistence & resilience
  • Virtual Learning Design – Inclusive & flexible experiences
  • Engaging Diverse Learners – Creative strategies for tough dynamics
  • Microlearning That Sticks – Bite-sized learning, big impact

  Part 3: Thrive

  Wrap up with a dynamic discussion and activity to leave you inspired.

  Cost:

  Members can attend FREE of charge.

  Guests are welcome to attend for a fee:

  • Students - $5
  • Non-Members - $10
  • Members - No Cost

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Navigating Change with the Brain in Mind©

  • When
    27 Oct 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    14 registrants

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG:Navigating Change with the Brain in Mind©

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, October 27th | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to launch a new Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  While the SIG will run for at least 12 months, only the first several topics are scheduled so far—future topics will be shaped by participants’ needs and interests.

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Transforming Your Stress© with the Brain in Mind (aka Be The Zebra©)

  • When
    24 Nov 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    7 registrants

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Transforming Your Stress© with the Brain in Mind (aka Be The Zebra©)

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, November 24th | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to launch a new Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  While the SIG will run for at least 12 months, only the first several topics are scheduled so far—future topics will be shaped by participants’ needs and interests.

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Planning with Your Brain in Mind©

  • When
    22 Dec 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG:Planning with Your Brain in Mind©

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, December 22nd | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to launch a new Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  While the SIG will run for at least 12 months, only the first several topics are scheduled so far—future topics will be shaped by participants’ needs and interests.

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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