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We are pleased to announce Brenda Meeker and Melanie Hoffner will once again facilitate our highly popular Train the Trainer workshops in 2025!
Note: Please see the Train the Trainer website for more information on this program. The information listed below is for the May event only. See Train the Trainer for the Virtual/Hybrid Trainer for information on the June event. Attendance at the June event requires attendance of the May event, or a previous years' Train the Trainer for the Formal Virtual/Hybrid Trainer event.
Location: GreenState Credit Union, North Liberty
Dates:
About the Workshop
This two-day workshop is for those who are new to a training role or individuals who do training as a part of their role but it may not be their primary job role. This workshop is also for experienced trainers who need a refresher to their design and delivery. The first day provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to design training and the second day provides the basics of training delivery. Listed below you will find an outline of the objectives that will be laid out in this course.
Learning Objectives
Pricing:
$199 for members
$249 for non-members
Facilitators
Brenda Meeker
Owner and President, Elevate Consulting, LLC.
Melanie Hoffner
Founder and Chief People Development Specialist, Brain Bonanza, LLC.
Both Brenda and Melanie are Past Presidents of the ATD Hawkeye Chapter.
Note: Please see the Train the Trainer website for more information on this program. The information listed below is for the June event only. See Train the Trainer for the Informal/Formal Trainer for information on the May event. The prerequisite for attending the June event is you must have attended the May event or a past years' Train the Trainer event.
Location: GreenState Credit Union, North Liberty, IA
In the world of remote/hybrid employment, many are faced with the need to deliver information and training virtually. This session held on June 10th and 11th will help you to take the information you learned in your Train the Trainer session and apply those skills in a virtual/remote environment. Both facilitators have experience with leading virtual training and will share best practices. Listed below you will find an outline of objectives to be laid out in this course.
Prerequisite: Attendees must have completed any previous Train the Trainer session (this can include past years).
We're taking it on the road in June, with our Hawkeye ATD June Roadshow! We'll be meeting at Trees Forever in Marion to learn about their important mission to replant our local trees, and educate our community on the importance of trees and natural areas within our lives.
To help us grow, Jennifer Zach with be presenting on Somatic Awareness!
Somatic Awareness: Strengthening Critical Thinking from the Inside Out
Critical thinking isn’t just about what’s in your head — it’s shaped by what’s happening in your body.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn how somatic awareness can sharpen focus, reduce cognitive overload, and strengthen decision-making under pressure. Discover quick, practical techniques to regulate your nervous system, stay mentally sharp, and navigate high-stakes moments with greater clarity and confidence.
When:
Friday, June 13th, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Where:
Trees Forever, 80 W 8th Ave, Marion, IA 52302
Cost:
Members can log into the website and register to attend the program for free. Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00.
We'd be more than happy to apply your registration fee toward a chapter membership when you become a member within one week of this program.
Lunch is optional and costs an additional $15.95. Please select from the following sandwich choices when registering:
Includes potato salad, chips, bottled water and a cookie.
ATD Hawkeye Chapter P.O. Box 10847 Cedar Rapids, IA 52410-0847
info@hawkeyeatd.org
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