ATD-LA News

We are excited to announce that ATD has updated its logo colors to align with our ongoing efforts to ensure a cohesive and accessible identity across all our offerings. The new blue and green color palette emphasizes our commitment to accessibility and inclusivity.

This refreshed branding better represents our values and mission, making it easier for everyone to connect with and recognize our organization.

Thank you for being a valued part of the ATD community. We look forward to continuing our journey together with this fresh, new look.

ATD-LA successfully met all required CARE elements for 2024 and was recognized for 100% achievement of CARE. Based on our reported CARE Plus responses, ATD-LA was also recognized as a CARE Plus achieved chapter. The 2024 award is for chapter affiliation requirements met in 2023.

Thank you to the 2023 ATD-LA Leadership team for providing and sustaining a vibrant community that serves our members and the entire talent development profession!

Don’t miss out on your chance to enjoy membership in your premier Learning & Development community at 2023 rates!

Join as a new member or renew your current or expired membership before Monday, April 1,* to get in on last year’s rate! Yes, you can take advantage of this offer, even if your membership is not yet due for renewal (just call or email the office).

Here are some NEW perks to take advantage of today:

• Option to renew for two years and lock in your 2023 membership rate (call or email the office to take advantage of the extended savings)
• Earn continuing professional development credits for CPTD and APTD certifications while attending ATD-LA Chapter Meetings and events
• Access to special member rates to events in other ATD chapters
• Virtual and in-person chapter and networking events

ATD-LA is the only community dedicated to Learning & Development professionals in the Los Angeles area, where you can build your professional and peer network, engage in career enhancement, and take part in professional development opportunities.

For any questions or assistance, contact Denise at 562.908.3020 or office@atdla.org.

*Member rates will be increasing by $10 for all membership levels on April 1, 2024.

Dear ATD-LA Members and Community,

We would like to wish you a very happy and healthy 2024! It was such a pleasure to see many of you in person again at our holiday mixer in December. We look forward to connecting personally with each of you as we put the pandemic isolation behind us.

It seems that the years go by so quickly, and we here at ATD-LA are committed to adapting to the pace of change and making sure that you have a unique resource in your ATD-LA community.

Before sharing our thoughts for 2024, we would like to take a look back at some of the highlights of 2023.

• This was the first time that ATD-LA has had two Co-Presidents, demonstrating that when things evolve, all organizations can be nimble and innovative. It has been a joy to share the role between us, and our partnership is strong.
• We came back together for three in-person chapter events in the LA area and for the ATD International Conference and Expo in San Diego.
• In January, the Board developed a member value proposition that centered on being your exclusive resource for developing your competencies and network through chapter meetings and workshops featuring:
• • Emerging technology trends (the metaverse and augmented/virtual reality; artificial intelligence in learning design and delivery; and the gamification of learning)
  • Career development strategies (conducting an effective job search, identifying growth opportunities, and recognizing one’s own talents)
  • Hot topics that impact Learning and Talent Development professionals (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Sales Enablement, Imposter Syndrome)
  • Foundational knowledge and skills (emotional intelligence, neuroscience)
• Our Young Professionals Special Interest Group had a knockout year with excellent programming topics (for all members) and grew from being a local group to a Southern California group to a total California group. Talk about a rocket ship that just keeps going higher!
• The Mentor Program was a great success and gave many members the opportunity to learn and grow in ways that might not be available to them in the workplace or academic environment alone.
• Late in the year, we lost a dear member of the ATD-LA family, Sue Gabriele, who passionately led the Roundtable (formerly the South Bay GIG) with our ISPI colleagues. Sue was a longtime member of ATD-LA and a dedicated advocate of learning through discussion, dialogue, and questioning.  She will be greatly missed, and we are thankful for her contributions to our community.

Our Board is meeting in January 2024 to finalize this year’s strategy and goals. Be on the lookout for the update. Some things we would like to spotlight for 2024 are:

• Distinctiveness – We understand that there are many organizations and resources available for self-development under the Talent Development umbrella. As lines sometimes cross within Talent Development and HR, ATD-LA stands as a unique resource committed to the discipline of Learning & Development as a core focal point. Our programming for 2024 continues to center on this distinction.
• Membership – The heart and soul of this organization is our membership and the opportunity to build relationships that can last for years. We strive to provide the resources and opportunities that will help you build your own skills and nurture your network. As with many organizations, the pandemic has changed the face of engagement for all of us, and we have seen our membership dip.
• • If your membership is up for renewal, has expired, or has lapsed, now is the time to make sure that it is active and current so that you don’t miss a beat and we can all get to know one another.
  • If you have questions or thoughts about your membership, please reach out to us.
• Volunteerism – We are a volunteer organization where each volunteer gives a few hours per month to help the organization be its best. If you are looking for ways to develop leadership, sales, marketing, communication, networking, negotiation, and many other critical skills, we encourage you to volunteer with ATD-LA. If you are currently in transition or looking for new opportunities, volunteering with ATD-LA is a great way to keep your pulse on the industry and build a referral network.
• Engagement, Programming, and Value – ATD-LA continues to evolve our offerings to you. With so many opportunities to learn new things easily available at your fingertips, we are always looking for ways to give you individualized and quality programs and networking opportunities. We are proud to be a 2024 ATD Certified Provider so that you can receive continuing education credits for participating in our programs. We will also offer members-only access to events and programs with other ATD chapters in the region. Stay tuned!

Thank you for your time and attention, and we look forward to seeing you in 2024!

Sincerely,

Anupa Naik and Valerie Quezada
Presidents, ATD-LA

Invest in your professional development with discounts on bestselling ATD products!  Happy Member Appreciation Month, we've got some seriously exciting savings for you! We're talking major discounts on some of your favorites. Savings on certificate and masters programs, national membership, books, and trusted research reports. You won't want to miss out on these deals, valid for one week only January 8th-12th!    Head over to our sale to stock up on everything you need to supercharge your career. While you're at it, don't forget to bundle your membership! Our ATD national membership provides exclusive members-only content and trusted resources to support the work you do. You will have the chance to lock in the absolute lowest price on your ATD National membership for up to 3 years!  Your chapter receives a portion of your purchase through the Chapter Incentive Program (ChIP). All you have to do is select ATD-LA from the dropdown menu at checkout, and you will support your local chapter! But don't wait too long to take advantage of these amazing savings. The sale ends on January 12, 2024!

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ATD-LA volunteers, directors, and office staff will be taking a break between December 25 and January 2. We wish you a happy holiday! See you in 2024!

On November 6, the ATD - Los Angeles learning and development community lost an important leader and innovator. Sue Gabriele was a beloved long-time member of the ATD - Los Angeles Chapter. She will be remembered most as the founder of the GEMS RoundTable meeting method and leader of the RoundTable SIG. You can learn more about Sue's great works at www.gemslearning.net

Below are details on how to celebrate Sue on Friday, December 8 with members of several other organizations with which Sue was involved.

A LETTER FROM THE FAMILY & INVITATION TO HONOR SUE ON 12/8

Dear friends, family, and colleagues.

Our beloved mother Susan Farr Gabriele passed away on November 6th.

On Friday, December 8th, we honor our Mom's academic achievements on-line from 8am to 9am, to be sponsored by the International Society of Professional Improvement. Please REGISTER FREE at this SITE (to get the meeting link).

Our family misses her and loves her more than words can describe. If you are one of the nice people who miss her also, please feel free to leave messages here on her remembrance site:

https://everloved.com/life-of/susan-gabriele/

We use this site to announce her Celebration of Life too, which will be Jan 8th for the 1:30pm Funeral and Reception at American Martyrs Church (1431 Deegan Place, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266)

On Jan 9th, at 10am will be the Interment at Inglewood Park Cemetery (720 E Florence Ave, Inglewood, CA 90301).

Thank you dearly, and you are all welcome to each event. 

Tony and Sylvie Gabriele

Attention APTD and CPTD credential holders — ATD-LA is now a preapproved education provider for both recertification and initial application professional development hours!

Save $50 off your first year of New Individual ATD-LA Membership. That's our lowest price of the year!

This offer is valid from November 22 to December 1. Use promo code BFRIDAY2023.

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ATD-LA welcomes its 2024 Board of Directors!

• Co-President: Anupa Naik
• Co-President: Valerie Quezada
• Treasurer: Vince LoRusso
• Director of Chapter Meetings: Amanda Peterson
• Director of Marketing & Communications: Smita Sanbui