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January

The State of the Industry Report

The State of the Industry Report is ASTD’s definitive review of workplace learning and development.  Hear directly from our ASTD Chapter Coach about the larger trends that are shaping the learning and development industry at the national and international level.

January 19, 2012
7:30 AM to 9:30AM (ET)
Hilton Garden Inn – Buffalo Airport
4201 Genesee Street
Cheektowaga, NY 14225

Technology SIG

 Help ring in the New Year!

What: ASTD Technology SIG Planning Meeting

When: Wednesday, January 25, 2012, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: CTG, 800 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY  14209
(Between Bryant and Summer. Parking is behind the building. Just walk around to the big side door for entry.) 

Who: You

Why: Here’s your opportunity to impact next year’s journey

How: If you plan to attend please…
 

February

The ASTD Competency Model

Hear about the ASTD Competency model from an expert panel of local and national training professionals.

• Understand how the ASTD Competency Model sets the standard of quality for learning and development.
• Learn how the Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) credential can help advance your career.
• Get practical advice for studying for and completing your CPLP certification from CPLP instructors and former students.

Panelists include Rebecca Boyle, Executive Director Human Resources and College Support Services at Trocaire College and former NFASTD President; Trish Uhl, CPLP coach and ASTD Chicago Chapter President; Georgia Buscaglia, VP, Sr. Manager NA ComplianceHSBC Bank USA N.A.

February 16, 2012
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM (ET)
Canisius College
Center for Professional Development
300N Corporate Parkway
Amherst, NY 14226

March

Measuring Strategic, Visible and Costly Learning Programs

Jeffrey Berk, Chief Operating Officer, Knowledge Advisors, Inc.

This presentation will share why measuring critical programs like leadership development, sales training and on-boarding are vital to program managers.  The session will then go through the major elements of a measurement plan to successfully and comprehensively generate quantitative and qualitative metrics in a timely and practical manner with limited resources.  Examples of tools such as a key performance indicator matrix, a communication plan, sample smart sheet evaluations and sample reports, including dashboards, will be shared.

March 15, 2012
7:30 AM to 9:30 AM (ET)
Hilton Garden Inn – Buffalo Airport
4201 Genesee Street
Cheektowaga, NY 14225