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Central Ohio ATD’s Connect: Talent & Learning Summit builds on what we’ve learned over the past year and provides real, cutting-edge solutions aligned with adult learning theory. You will learn how to utilize new strategies, increase engagement, make learning more accessible, and improve performance by leveraging the power of our community's knowledge and experiences.
Register soon - early-bird registration ends on July 31st!
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
We are excited to announce that this year’s conference features...
Kassy LaBorie
Title: More Human Than Ever: What Artists, Performers, and Creators Can Teach Us About Learning, Leadership, and Connection in a Digital World
As technology and AI become increasingly capable, a new question is emerging:
What becomes more important about being human?
Through conversations with artists, performers, athletes, musicians, and creators on her podcast, The Spark Konnect, Kassy LaBorie discovered that the lessons these individuals share extend far beyond their craft. They offer powerful insights into creativity, courage, self- expression, resilience, presence, and connection—the very qualities organizations need most today.
In this uplifting and interactive keynote, Kassy shares the surprising lessons she's gathered from these remarkable individuals and explores how learning professionals can help people bring more of themselves—not less—to their work, learning, leadership, and relationships.
Because while technology continues to evolve, the qualities that make us human become more valuable, not less.
Participants Will Discover:
- Why human connection remains a competitive advantage in a digital world
- What becomes more important about being human as technology becomes more capable
- Lessons from artists, performers, and creators that strengthen creativity, resilience, and presence
- How belonging, trust, and engagement are built through small moments of connection
- Practical ways to bring greater authenticity and humanity into learning and work
- How to recognize and contribute your unique gifts to the people and communities you serve
About Kassy
Kassy LaBorie is a Human-Centered Futurist, a globally recognized pioneer in virtual training, and the two-time bestselling author of Interact and Engage! 75+ Activities for Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars and Producing Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars. Known for her bold energy and practical tools, Kassy equips audiences to embrace new technologies, engage their people, and shine using her signature Y-O-U Framework: Your Invitation, Own the Tools, Unleash Your Presence.
Breakout Session Lineup
We are excited for a fantastic group of speakers for this year's breakout sessions:
Tami Chapek - Leadership reDEFYned: Authenticity as Your Superpower
Deana Messer & Terri LoGuidice - Fix This Course! A Live Instructional Design Makeover
Megan Hysell - Investing In Your Team Through Career Circles Group Coaching
Janet Kendall White - Developing Organizational Capability Through Unshakable Leadership
Seema Patel & Patrick Donadio - Bridging the Talent & Learning Gap: Eliminating "Learning Debt" with IMPACT
Cara North - AI Ate My Portfolio: Now What?
Dr. Rachel Arpin - Get a LEG Up! Play, learn, and build a framework to design effective game-based learning.
Teresa Stevenson - Coaching vs. Managing
Dakota Tevis - Enabling Evaluation Through Metacognitive Orientation to Learning Objectives
Tiffany Miller & Julie Heimann - Beyond "Looks Good": Feedback That Fuels Growth
Buddy Butler - Game On: Learning Design Lessons from Video Game Mechanics
Kara Beth O'Grady & Kristen Edwards - Building a Skills-Enabled Organization: Honda's Journey from Framework to Reality
