COATD Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion SIG - September

When
17 Sep 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
Virtual - Link will be in confirmation and reminder emails.
Spaces left
75

Registration

Greater Cincinnati Member Reciprocity
This registration type is for members of the Greater Cincinnati chapter. Please contact Betsy Young at admin@gcatd.org for registration code.
Greater Cleveland Member Reciprocity
This registration type is for members of the Greater Cleveland chapter. Please contact LeAnn Snyder at office@greaterclevelandatd.com.
Members Only

Thursday, September 17
noon - 1

SESSION TOPIC
will be updated, once selected.

next Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion SIG will be in 2027

ABOUT THE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION SIG

We provide a forum for COATD members to gain knowledge, learn about best practices, and share resources with one another. This SIG will champion the efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion for talent development professionals to embrace our multicultural workforce.

MEET THE SIG LEADERS

Tori Smart is currently living in Ohio, but has also lived in several states across the country giving her exposure to character building experiences.
As an Instructional Designer she is dedicated to elevating talent through providing learners with meaningful educational opportunities.

During her career as a leader and patient family advocate, Tori has worked with diverse populations coaching them towards their best outcomes, and enhancing their wellbeing.

Mathew has over 10 years of learning and development experience, most recently as a Senior Talent Development Trainer for Columbus State Community College (CSCC).

In addition, he has been an advocate for LGBTQIA+ issues.

While at NiSource, Mathew was a founder and President of the LGBTQIA+ ERG, NiPRIDE, implementing a variety of companywide initiatives.

Currently, Mathew is the co-lead for PRISM, the CSCC LGBTQIA+ ERG and is a graduate of United Way’s Project Diversity/Pride Leadership program.

CONTACT US

For more information about our chapter, or to volunteer, please email info@centralohioatd.org or contact any of our Central Ohio ATD Board Officers.

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