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We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events. Our informative and interactive events are designed to enhance your professional development. 

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Upcoming events

    • 17 Apr 2025
    • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register


    The Talent Tea Topic
    Gamification in L&D


    Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025

    Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

    Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

    (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


    Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
    Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

    What to Expect:

    • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
    • Expert insights and practical takeaways
    • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
    • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
    • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
    • The library- hot takes on all things LD


    Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

    Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

    Hosts: 

    Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine

    • 24 Apr 2025
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Fairfield University, 1073 N Benson Rd., Fairfield, CT 06824, Nursing & Health Sciences Building, Room 103
    Register


    AI in Action: 

    Unlocking HR Possibilities

    Location: Fairfield University

    Nursing & Health Sciences Building

    Room 103: In-person

    Date: April 24, 2025

    Time: 6:30-8:00 pm

    Non-Member Registration: $25

    Member Registration: $10

    Student Registration: Free

    Program Description:

    This 60-minute interactive workshop is designed to equip Learning & Development teams with the foundational understanding and practical tools to leverage artificial intelligence effectively. Tailored for teams with minimal AI exposure, the session will focus on demystifying AI, exploring practical applications, and building confidence in using AI tools for learning design, content creation, and team development. Participants will leave with actionable insights and techniques to integrate AI into their workflows, fostering innovation and efficiency.

      Speaker Bio:

       Theresa Fesinstine, a distinguished leader at the intersection of HR and AI, brings over 25 years of rich experience in HR leadership to the forefront. With a passion for driving business operations, nurturing talent development, and fostering employee engagement, Theresa has garnered recognition and awards for her outstanding contributions. 
      As the Founder of peoplepower.ai, Theresa embarked on a journey to demystify artificial intelligence (AI) for HR and non-tech professionals. Her mission, to Flatten the AI Learning Curve, is fueled by a deep commitment to making AI accessible and actionable for everyone.

      • 01 May 2025
      • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      The Talent Tea Topic
      Coaching Skills for Managers


      Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025

      Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


      Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
      Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

      What to Expect:

      • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
      • Expert insights and practical takeaways
      • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
      • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
      • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
      • The library- hot takes on all things LD


      Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

      Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

      Hosts: 

      Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine

      • 15 May 2025
      • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      The Talent Tea Topic
      Data-Driven Talent Development


      Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025

      Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


      Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
      Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

      What to Expect:

      • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
      • Expert insights and practical takeaways
      • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
      • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
      • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
      • The library- hot takes on all things LD


      Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

      Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

      Hosts: 

      Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine

      • 22 May 2025
      • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      How to Build an Executive

      Coaching Business

      Presenters: 
      Susan Franzen and Joe Garbus

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)

      Date: Monday, May 22, 2025

      Time: 6:30-8:00 pm

      Online Networking - 6:30-7pm

      Presentation/Q&A - 7-8 pm

      Non-Member Registration: $15

      Member Registration: $5

      Student Registration: Free

      No refunds are granted within 24 hours of event.

      Program Description:

       How to Build an Executive Coaching Business

      Program description

      You’ve made the investment to get the necessary experience and certifications to become an executive coach. But, getting the skills and certifications are only the beginning. How do you build a book of business? How do you determine what clients look for when hiring a coach?

      In this highly interactive panel discussion, learn what it takes to go from wanting to be a coach to building a thriving coaching business. You will hear the nuts and bolts of how to start finding clients, the importance of building strategic relationships with partners, and discovering trusted collaborators to enable you to scale up your coaching services and increase your impact. In this discussion we will explore the criteria clients use when looking to engage a coach. In addition, this dialogue will help you make choices around being part of a consortium or being an individual practitioner. You will be able to get candid answers from experts with deep expertise and experience in our field.

      By the end of this discussion, we expect new coaches will have the necessary information to go from “I want to be a coach, to I can do it.” For experienced coaches you will gain insights that will help you increase your performance and help your clients.

      Come join us!

      Speaker Bios:

      Susan Franzen: Transformational Leader, Strategic Innovator, and Executive Coach

      Susan Franzen is the Founding Principal of PatternShifts, LLC, where she empowers organizations through strategy and leadership development using her innovative "double-helix" coaching approach. Previously, she served as Vice President at AXIOM Learning Solutions and spent 11 years at The University of Texas System, including as Assistant Vice Chancellor. Earlier, she founded LifeU, Inc., a national leadership consulting firm.

      Susan holds a Master's in the Neuroscience of Leadership from Middlesex University and numerous professional certifications. She serves on the board of Friends of Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy and maintains a passion for studying neuroscience and human potential. Susan Franzen | LinkedIn

      Joe Garbus, Principal, Accelerate Performance, LLC

      Joe Garbus is a seasoned, results-driven coach, facilitator and advisor with over three decades of leadership experience spanning biotech, financial services, media, fashion, and nonprofit sectors.  As Founder and Principal of Accelerate Performance, LLC, Joe’s hallmark approach—Contextual Leadership—aligns individual, team, and company objectives to create environments where clear decision-making and powerful collaboration thrive. With deep expertise, in the areas of coaching, leadership development, and team-building, Joe offers strategic insights on talent strategy, leadership programming, team effectiveness, change management, and cultivating a high-performance culture.

      Joe holds a Master's in Human Resource Development from Fordham University and a Bachelor's in English from Dickinson College. When Joe isn’t guiding organizations to success, he enjoys spending time with his family, diving into historical books, collecting vinyl records, listening to music, cooking, and crafting classic cocktails. Joe Garbus | LinkedIn

       

       

       

      • 29 May 2025
      • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      The Talent Tea Topic
      Leveraging Microlearning (Nudges)
      for Maximum Impact


      Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025

      Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


      Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
      Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

      What to Expect:

      • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
      • Expert insights and practical takeaways
      • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
      • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
      • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
      • The library- hot takes on all things LD


      Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

      Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

      Hosts: 

      Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine

      • 12 Jun 2025
      • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      The Talent Tea Topic

      Creating a Culture of Curiosity


      Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025

      Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


      Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
      Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

      What to Expect:

      • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
      • Expert insights and practical takeaways
      • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
      • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
      • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
      • The library- hot takes on all things LD


      Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

      Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

      Hosts: 

      Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine

      • 26 Jun 2025
      • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      The Talent Tea Topic

      The Future of Soft Skills in an AI World


      Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025

      Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


      Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
      Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

      What to Expect:

      • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
      • Expert insights and practical takeaways
      • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
      • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
      • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
      • The library- hot takes on all things LD


      Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

      Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

      Hosts: 

      Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine

      • 10 Jul 2025
      • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      The Talent Tea Topic

      Storytelling as a Learning Tool


      Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025

      Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


      Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
      Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

      What to Expect:

      • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
      • Expert insights and practical takeaways
      • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
      • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
      • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
      • The library- hot takes on all things LD


      Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

      Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

      Hosts: 

      Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine

      • 24 Jul 2025
      • 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Zoom
      Register


      The Talent Tea Topic

      Mentoring vs. Sponsorship:
      What’s the Difference?


      Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025

      Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

      Location: Online Zoom Meeting 

      (Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)


      Join us every other week for a refreshing deep dive into the world of Learning and Talent Development!
      Hosted by ATD CT, this engaging virtual event brings you the latest insights, trends, and occasionally, some juicy gossip from the world that is L&D. 

      What to Expect:

      • Candid conversations on current L&D hot topics
      • Expert insights and practical takeaways
      • A dash of humor and a sprinkle of controversy
      • Real talk about the challenges and triumphs in talent development
      • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry leaders and innovators
      • The library- hot takes on all things LD


      Whether you're a seasoned L&D professional, a learning enthusiast, or just curious about the ever-evolving landscape of workplace learning, The Talent Tea promises to inform, inspire - and occasionally raise an eyebrow. 

      Tune in to see what’s brewing, expand your professional network, and join a community of forward-thinking L&D practitioners. It's more than just talk – it's your bi-weekly boost of L&D wisdom and wit! 

      Hosts: 

      Iris McQuillan-Grace Theresa Fesinstine


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