Utah ATD

04/24/2025

📸 AI, L&D, and a Whole Lot of Insight!

Huge thank you to everyone who joined us last week for ATD Utah's Learning Event with the amazing Jen Milner! 🙌

Jen delivered a thoughtful, practical, and energizing session on how L&D professionals can actually integrate GenAI into their workflows—beyond the buzzwords.

✨ Key takeaways included:
🔍 The importance of human-centered design when using AI
🧠 How to identify pain points before choosing a GenAI tool
✍️ Simple but powerful prompt-writing tips to improve outputs
🚫 Busting common myths about AI capabilities in learning

The energy in the room was incredible—from the engaged questions to the hands-on practice and thoughtful conversations over lunch.

Swipe through a few snapshots from the day 📷👇

If you're looking to explore GenAI in your L&D practice, this session was a fantastic springboard. Big thanks again to Jen Milner and to 1-800 Contacts for hosting us in such a great space!

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04/22/2025

💭 Why Learning DevCamp?

"'There’s something special about DevCamp.' has been said numerous times over the last 10 years. Why? First, DevCamp is about the people and community beyond the technology that supports us all. Second, it is important for us to gather, share, collaborate, celebrate, and commiserate with learning professionals who do the same things you do. Together, we discover and enhance how we design and deploy online learning initiatives. Our sessions are just the beginning; however, the discussions, side-talks, and our 30-60-90 guidance help everyone find new perspectives and next steps. See you in the mountains!" - Jason T. Bickle, PhD, Director of Learning DevCamp 2025

Utah ATD members get a discounted rate! Please message us for more details.

Learn more here: https://hubs.li/Q03fBR3-0

04/17/2025

📍 Today’s the Day!

Join us in person at 11:30 AM for lunch, networking, and a dynamic session on AI for L&D Departments with Jen Milner!

🎯 Learn how to:
✅ Make sense of GenAI in L&D
✅ Solve real challenges with smart tools
✅ Write better prompts that actually work

📅 April 17 | 🕦 Lunch & networking at 11:30 | 🧠 Session starts at 12:00
📍 1-800 Contacts – Draper, UT (SlickRock Conference Room, 2nd floor)

Still time to join us ⬇️
https://utahatd.org/event-6128953

See you there! 🙌

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04/14/2025

📅 This Week!

Don’t miss our in-person learning event on April 17:
AI for L&D Departments – Real-World Advice for Using GenAI Tools

Join Jen Milner for a practical, no-fluff session where you’ll explore AI trends, tackle common misconceptions, and learn how to use GenAI tools in your day-to-day L&D work.

🧠 Real examples
✍️ Prompt writing practice
🤝 Lunch + networking
📍 Draper, UT | Free for ATD Utah members
⏰ Arrive at 11:30 | Session starts at noon

Secure your spot today ⬇️

https://utahatd.org/event-6128953

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04/11/2025

🌟 Announcing Our Q1 Rising Star Winners! 🌟

Please join us in celebrating our Q1 Rising Star Award Winners:
✨ Joseph Diaz
✨ RaVae Beck
✨ Adam Nelsen

These outstanding professionals have gone above and beyond in the Utah Talent Development community—demonstrating leadership, innovation, and a deep commitment to helping others grow.

Read more about each of them on our website: https://utahatd.org/page-1701932

Each quarterly winner is now in the running for Rising Star of the Year, to be announced at the Utah ATD Annual Conference this fall! 🏆

💡 Know someone who's making waves in L&D? Nominations are open for future quarters!
👉 Please reach out to [email protected]

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11/18/2024

🎉 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🎉

Utah ATD is looking for passionate, innovative, and dedicated leaders to join our Board of Directors!

🌟 If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the learning and development community and help shape the future of professional development in Utah, we want YOU!

As a board member, you’ll have the chance to:
✨ Influence and drive key initiatives in the L&D space
✨ Network with top professionals and thought leaders
✨ Develop your leadership skills while giving back to the community
✨ Collaborate with a dynamic team of changemakers

We’re seeking individuals with diverse experiences, fresh perspectives, and a passion for talent development. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an emerging leader, your unique voice can help us make a difference.

💡 Positions are now open, but they won’t last long!

Join us in our mission to empower others to learn, grow, and thrive. Ready to step up and lead? Nominate yourself or another L&D leader.

📍https://forms.gle/soXuH6o3tUUMpzxcA

Let’s shape the future of talent development together! 🚀
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09/11/2024

You won’t want to miss this session tomorrow!

Thank you University of Phoenix for highlighting our amazing conference and for spotlighting our girl

If you have met or worked with Barb then you know how bright she shines.

See you tomorrow! 🤩

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Barbara Schifano, senior director of learning and development, joins the 2024 Association for Talent Development (ATD) Utah Chapter Learning Insights Conference, an event bringing together workplace learning, talent development, human resources (HR), an...

09/09/2024

HAPPY CONFERENCE WEEK! We cannot wait to host you at our 20th Annual Conference.

See you soon!

09/05/2024

🌟 Unlock Your Learning Potential with the Utah ATD Learning Insights Conference! 🌟

Are you ready to elevate your skills, connect with industry leaders, and be part of Utah's premier learning and development community? Look no further! The Utah ATD Learning Insights Conference is just around the corner, and it's THE event you can't afford to miss.

💼 Why Attend?
Gain actionable insights from our incredibly talented roster of speakers.
Participate in interactive sessions tailored to today’s most pressing L&D challenges.
Network with peers and expand your professional circle.

🔗 Explore the Full Agenda and Register Now: https://atdutah.org/page-1701929

🚀 Who Should Attend?
Learning & Development Professionals
HR Leaders
Organizational Development Experts
Anyone passionate about professional growth!

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your leadership skills, embrace new technologies in learning, or simply connect with like-minded professionals, this conference is your gateway to growth and innovation.

📅 When: September 11, 2024 📍 Where: Utah Cultural Celebration Center

Don’t wait—seats are filling up fast! Click the link above to secure your spot and take the next step in your professional journey. See you there!

09/03/2024

🚀 Keynote Speaker Spotlight: Get Ready to Be Inspired at the Utah ATD Learning Insights Conference! 🚀

We are thrilled to spotlight our two outstanding keynote speakers who will be sharing their insights and expertise at this year's Utah ATD Learning Insights Conference. Prepare to be engaged, enlightened, and empowered by these industry leaders!

🎤 Joe Folkman – A renowned expert in leadership and organizational development, Joe Folkman is the Co-founder and President of Zenger Folkman. With decades of experience and groundbreaking research in the field, Joe's insights into what makes leaders and organizations excel are invaluable. He will be discussing actionable strategies to enhance leadership effectiveness and build high-performance cultures.

🎤 Garima Gupta – As the Founder and CEO of Artha Learning Inc., Garima Gupta brings a wealth of knowledge in eLearning and instructional design. With a passion for leveraging technology to drive impactful learning experiences, Garima's session will explore innovative approaches to designing learning solutions that truly resonate with today's diverse workforce.

Don't miss the opportunity to learn from these thought leaders and take your professional growth to the next level!

📅 Date: Wednesday, September 11th

📍 Location: Utah Cultural Celebration Center

1355 W 3100 S, WVC, UT 84119

✨ Join us for a day of inspiration, learning, and networking with peers and industry experts. Register today and secure your spot! https://atdutah.org/event-5716872

09/03/2024

Another huge shout out to one of our conference sponsors! Thank you 1-800 CONTACTS for your support.

Here's a bit about 1-800 CONTACTS:
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We’re a company that aims big, fails fast, and cheers on one another. 100% guarantee? We live by our Gajillion Percent Promise. We’ve fulfilled more than 87 million orders, and last Deidra and her team checked, we have 86 million contacts in stock – ready to ship to our contact lens wearing friends.

As workstyle needs have changed, we’ve listened and adapted. We’re recognized as a great place to work by companies like Forbes and Fortune 100 and attribute this to our people, culture, and the work we are doing. Looking to join a team that’s passionate about pursuing a better way in vision care? Join us: https://www.1800contacts.com/careers