Upcoming events

Switch to Calendar View

• ATD Lincoln Mini Conference: Engaging Our Workforce with the Power of Purpose

  • When
    02 Nov 2017
  •  
    11:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Wilderness Ridge Golf Course & Restaurant, 1800 Wilderness Woods Place, Lincoln, NE

  ATD LINCOLN MINI CONFERENCE: ENGAGING OUR WORKFORCE WITH THE POWER OF PURPOSE

  

  ATD Nebraska members may attend ATD Lincoln events at member pricing. Visit www.atdlincoln.org to register and enter the

  member code.

  

  
  

  Save the Date for:

      Engaging Our Workforce
  with the Power of Purpose

  with Special Key Note John Chapo

  

  Learn how Kidwell, Lincoln Industries and Nature's Variety embrace community give-back to increase employee engagement, retention, and foster a positive and meaningful corporate culture

  Connect with non-profit organizations that can help your business get involved in our community and foster the "power of purpose" in your organization

  When:

  Thursday, November 2, 2017

   

  Time:

  11:30 am - 6:00 pm

   

  Where:

  Wilderness Ridge Golf Course and Restaurant

  1800 Wilderness Woods Place

  Lincoln, NE

  
  

  Cost:

  ATD Nebraska Members & Guests: $59

  Non-members: $69

  
  

  Register here

  
  

   Event Agenda:

  • 11:30 – 12:00 noon Event Registration and Check In

  • 12:00 noon – 12:45 p.m. Luncheon (Reservations required)

  • 12:45 – 1:00 Opening Welcome by ATD and Break.

  • 1:00 – 2:00 pm “Sharing Our Purpose” attending non-profits including Lincoln Animal Ambassadors,Tabitha and Junior Achievement give an overview of their organization and the amazing work they do in our community. (check back for updated list)

  • 2:00 pm - 2:30 p.m. Break with Refreshments - connect with non-profits.

  • 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. – “Engaging Our Workforce with the Power of Purpose.” Kidwell, Lincoln Industries and Nature's Variety speak on behalf of how and why they have incorporated community give back into their corporate culture.

  • 3:45 pm – 4:00 p.m. Break

  • 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Keynote Speaker John Chapo

  • 5:00 pm – 6:00 p.m. – Happy Hour and Networking

  Sponsors: 

  Southeast Community College

  

  About John Chapo

  

  John Chapo has been involved in zoo work for 44 years, ever since he began as a teenvolunteer at age 15 in his hometown zoo in South Bend, Indiana. John began his career as a volunteer zookeeper, moved into concessions and gifts, became a zookeeper while attending Indiana University and later became a lead zookeeper, educator and assistant director. He became one of the countries youngest zoo directors in 1984 at the age of 27.

  John headed to Nebraska in 1986 to serve as the director and has enjoyed over 30 years of serving as the President/CEO of the Lincoln Children’s Zoo.

  John has an associate degree in business administration from Indiana University, a Bachelor of Science in Public and Environmental affairs also from Indiana University and he attended the Jersey Wildlife Preservation Trust summer school and received a certificate.

  John currently serves as a Nebraska Tourism Commissioner. He is also very involved with the American Zoo & Aquarium Association, where he is Chair of the Membership Committee. John has and continues to serve on numerous professional and community organizations boards, tasks forces and committees, several in a leadership capacity.

   

  
  

  Show details
• Create Systems of Inclusion

  • When
    08 Nov 2017
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Scott Conference Center, 6450 Pine Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106

  Register

  
  

  Presenter: Ashlei Spivey

  This program will discuss why diversity and inclusion practices are necessary in building a strong company culture and how to embed best practices into company systems like learning and development, coaching, and recruitment structures.

  By the end of the program, participants will have:

  • A better understanding on why inclusion practices should be embedded in company culture    
  • Practical action steps to create systems of inclusion 

  Meet The Speaker

  Ashlei Spivey

  Peter Keiwit Foundation

  
   
  

  Ashlei Spivey was born and raised in the heart of North Omaha. She graduated from North High and went to Jackson State University on a volleyball scholarship for her Bachelor’s degree in Communications. She then attended University of Texas at Arlington for her Master’s program. Ashlei is currently an Associate Program Manager at the Peter Kiewit Foundation.

  Prior to taking this new role, she was the Diversity Officer to a local nonprofit. She has a passion for helping her community and challenging injustice. She is the mother of a handsome two-year-old Naasir, and guardian to her sister Yaasmyn.
  
  Schedule Of Events

  11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Networking
  12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Program 
  
  

  Registration
  

  Members:
  $20 through Monday, October 30
  $25 from Tuesday, October 31 - Tuesday, November 7
  $35 day of program
  Non-members: $35
  
  

  Event Contact
  
  June Kowalewski
  vpprogramming@atdnebraska.org
  
  Cancellation Policy: No-shows will be billed. To avoid a no-show billing, please cancel by 5:00 PM CST on Monday, November 6, 2017, by calling 402-850-6710.

  Show details
• Winter Social Event

  • When
    26 Jan 2018
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    J’s on Jackson - 1101 Jackson Street, NE 68102

  Register

  
  

  This social is a chance to celebrate the excellent work of our chapter from the past year and recognize our colleagues for their outstanding contributions in developing the talent of people. 

  The event is available to our members and their significant others. 
  

  You will receive two complimentary drink coupons per/person and several tasty appetizers will be served during the reception time. The complimentary drink coupons can be used for beer, wine, several mixed drinks, plus the signature ATD Nebraska drink. 

  Show details
• 2018 Regional Conference

  • Start
    06 Mar 2018
  •  
    7:30 AM
  • End
    07 Mar 2018
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Metropolitan Community College, 31st and Sorensen Parkway, Omaha NE

  Register

  

  In a world that is frequently changing, how do you stay energized and current? Attend the ATD Nebraska Regional Conference! Our keynote speakers and concurrent sessions have been carefully selected to bring the most value to you and your team! By attending, you'll gain useful knowledge and tools to help you maximize learning, optimize resources, and drive company results.

  Day One - March 6     
  

  7:30am - 8:00am - Registration

  8:00am - 4:00pm - Conference & Expos

  4:00pm - 6:00pm - Networking Event

  Keynotes and Concurrent Sessions
  

  Featured keynotes include:

  • David Kelly - eLearning Guild
    
  • Annamarie Mann - Gallup
    
  • Kelli Hinshaw - Reality-Based Leadership
    

  Concurrent sessions include:

  • Three concurrent sessions blocks
  • Up to five offerings per concurrent session block
  • Sessions will not be repeated
  • Topics include: Augmented Reality, Hands-On Technical Training, Creating an Onsite Escape Room, and much more...

  Sign up for the networking event after day one to continue connecting with the speakers and other professionals in attendance.

  Food Information
  

  • Continental Breakfast*
    
  • Hot Buffet Lunch*
    
  • Light snacks and beverages at Networking Event
    
  • All food catered by Fort Campus Bistro
    

  *Dietary options available
  

  

  Day Two - March 7 

  Registration

  Keynote Introduction

  Select Your Own Workshop - Part One

  Lunch

  Select Your Own Workshop - Part Two

  Keynote and Workshop Sessions
  

  Topics include: Augmented Reality (follow up from Day One), Making Effective Presentations, How to Train the Trainer, and much more...

  Food Information
  

  • Continental Breakfast*
    
  • Hot Buffet Lunch*
    
  • All food catered by Fort Campus Bistro
    

  *Dietary options available

  

  Registration Pricing

  Note: If you are a member of any ATD Chapter, please use the Member registration options.
  

  Early Bird Member (through January 31)

  • Conference and Networking Event $199
    
  • Conference Only $189
    

  Member (after January 31):

  • Conference and Networking Event $279
    
  • Conference Only $269
    

  Early Bird Non-Member (through January 31):

  • Conference and Networking Event $259
    
  • Conference Only $249
    

  Non-Member (after January 31):

  • Conference and Networking Event $299
    
  • Conference Only $289

  

  Location

  Metropolitan Community College
  Fort Omaha Campus
  Culinary Arts Building
  31st & Sorensen Parkway, Omaha NE
  

  Show details