Hello ATD Rocky Mountain Chapter Members,

Change is a constant. As talent development professionals, we help our organizations navigate it daily. This year is no exception, especially as many of our Colorado colleagues adapt to shifts under a new administration and evolving workplace demands.

For those in DEI work or consultants with federal contracts, these changes have been particularly impactful, leaving many wondering what’s next. While the future is uncertain, one thing remains true, your ATD community is here for you through every transition, challenge, and growth opportunity.

Please reach out and lean on us as you navigate these challenges and let us know what you need!

Each year, our ATD Rocky Mountain board comes together to plan, and this year, we decided on the theme: “Your professional community to connect, grow, innovate, & belong.”

We bring this to life by:

• Building skills, one at a time

• Creating intentional engagements

• Providing solutions to fuel your career

Our Focus for the Year:

• Delivering high-quality programming that meets your needs

• Retaining and growing our membership

• Increasing event participation

• Expanding volunteer engagement

• Strengthening sponsorships to enhance member benefits

Wherever you are in your career, we invite you to lean into this dynamic and resourceful community.

We’ve already had a successful start to the year! Here’s a few of the things we’ve accomplished so far. 

• Completed our first book club discussion on Multipliers by Liz Wiseman

• Hosted a vibrant happy hour networking event

• Delivered two educational events on resilience and imposter syndrome

• Launched our latest CPTD study group cohort

• Welcomed and onboarded new board members

• Set the date for our annual conference—Save the date: October 23 at the DU Joy Burns Center!

None of these achievements would be possible without our incredible members and dedicated board of directors. If you haven’t connected with them on LinkedIn yet, we encourage you to do so:

Board Members:Mary Hoftizer, Jen Recla, Elizabeth Bayee, Rakhi Ihiga, Laura Dreelin, TracyDee Lufkin, Ashley Wasserman, Sarah Schepman, Meg Druyor, Rene’ Johnston

What’s Coming Up:

• March 5: Don’t miss Jess Almlie, a former ATD President and a Learning & Performance Strategist, as she shares insights on transitioning from an order taker to a strategic partner. If you haven’t, check her out on her L&D Must Change Podcast! Register here.

Looking to get more involved? We’re growing our programming and conference committees and would love for you to join us! Reach out to programs@atdrmc.org to learn more.

You belong here. Let’s connect, grow, innovate, and build this community together.

Warmly,

Alyssa Willet

ATD Rocky Mountain Chapter President

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You can stay connected with us by: 

• Making sure you are signed up for our bi-weekly newsletter. 

• Connect with us and follow us on our LinkedIn page. Even better, share our posts and invite other talent development colleagues to join. 

• Register for events early and bring a friend!

• Share with us about your talent development experience and be featured in a member spotlight. 

• Volunteer on our programs committee or conference committee!

• Reach out to me at president@atdrmc.org with your ideas and questions. And of course, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn!

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Sponsors

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