On-Site Experience

ATD Central is your place to come and learn about all the ways ATD supports your professional development. Are you looking to professionalize your talent development skills but don’t know where to start? Looking for guidance on how to use ATD’s Talent Development Capability Model™ self-assessment? Register for a complimentary Learning & Development Consultation while in New Orleans with an ATD expert to identify your skill needs and get personalized recommendations for your personal, team, or credentialing learning journey.   

Sign up by stopping by the ATD Central main desk. Sessions are approximately 15-20 minutes, and the exact location will be provided in your session confirmation email. Availability is first come, first served.  

Visit the ATD Career Center, your one-stop shop for addressing all your individual career development needs!  

• Attend smaller professional development sessions with well-known speakers.  

• Come to the Career Center and sign up for a coaching session with ICF-credentialed coaches.  

• You can find helpful resources on developing your personal brand, your resume, conducting a job interview, and creating a portfolio.  

Visit the Career Center page for more information.

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The Global Village is open to everyone interested in global exchange. Meet fellow professionals from other countries and start building connections beyond your country. Also, get to know ATD Global staff members who are there to assist you during your ATD24 conference experience. 

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Get a complimentary, personalized, one-on-one professional development consultation while at ATD24! Identify skill requirements and get a variety of resource recommendations to support your learning journey as a TD professional. Choose from three consultation types: 

• Create a professional development plan for myself  

• Plan to earn the APTD or CPTD Certification  

• Develop a plan for my talent development team   

Register for your complimentary consultation here or stop by the ATD Central main desk on-site. These consultations are 15-20 minutes long and had a waiting list at our International Conference & EXPO last year!

Secure your consultation today!

Explore and enjoy New Orleans with other ATD attendees! ATD has selected the following tours for attendees to book at a 20% discount using code ATD24 at Checkout. The ATD discount and opportunity to network with other ATD attendees will only be available for the dates and times listed.

Purchase your tour here: atd24.website.bokun.io

Tours:

New Orleans City & Cemetery Tour + Garden District
May 18 at 2 p.m.

Interactive Ghosts & Spirits Tour
May 19, 20, 23 at 7 p.m.

Steamboat NATCHEZ Dinner Jazz Cruise
May 18, 19, 20, and 22
Boards 6 p.m., Cruises 7–9 p.m. (Two dinner seatings offered)

Participate in a friendly competition with your peers! Work your way up the leaderboard and exceed challenge goals to win prizes! Engage in wellness activities and earn bonus steps to help you achieve your goals. 

The Wellness Challenge will start on Sunday, May 19, at 8 a.m. and end on Wednesday, May 22, at 10:30 a.m. Participation is open to both registered ATD24 in-person and virtual attendees. In-person and virtual attendees will have a separate leaderboard and can participate in different challenges tied to their experience! Signup for the challenge will open in May.

Need a moment to recharge? Escape to this quiet space that will provide a safe and calming environment to help if you are feeling overwhelmed or overstimulated. Fidget toys and other activities will be available to help you quietly recharge.  

Start your ATD24 experience with a reception in the ATD Store. Browse new releases and bestsellers as you mingle with conference attendees from around the world. ATD will provide the refreshments, and we’ll automatically discount your entire purchase by 10%!  

Saturday, May 18, 4:30–6 p.m. 

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Stop by the ATD Store to meet authors, have your books signed, and network with fellow conference-goers. This is a great opportunity to talk with some of the best in the business!   

Schedule: 

Sunday, May 19  
4–4:30 p.m.  

Monday, May 20 
5:30–6 p.m.  

Tuesday, May 21 
12:30–1 p.m.  
4–4:30 p.m.  

Wednesday, May 22 
12:30–1 p.m.  

Popular speakers and authors will present at scheduled times throughout the conference at the ATD Store. Come by for Q&A sessions and author signings after select events. Session details are included on the mobile app.   

Schedule: 

Monday, May 20 
10–10:45 a.m.  
11–11:45 a.m. 
2:15–3 p.m. 

Tuesday, May 21 
2:15–3 p.m. 

Wednesday, May 22 
9:30–10:15 a.m. 

Are you a talent development leader seeking networking opportunities with like-minded peers? The Talent Development Leader Networking Room is designed for you! Stop by Monday through Wednesday to connect with other TD leaders.   

Schedule: 

Monday, May 22 
9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.  

Tuesday, May 23 
9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, May 24 
8 a.m.–2 p.m.   

Members, are you looking for a place to relax, network with other members, or ask questions about your current membership? Come to the Member Lounge located next to ATD Central! Visit to update your information, chat with staff, enter a raffle for a free year of membership, and pick up ATD members-only swag.

Current chapter leaders are encouraged to use the Chapter Leader Lounge as their home base throughout the conference. Stop by to network with other chapter leaders, recharge your phones and other devices, and gather ideas for growing and sustaining your chapter.   

An exclusive lounge will be available to ATD24 VIP holders. Find a space to take a break or a call away from the conference. Get a few extra perks at the VIP lounge, such as a refreshing coffee break or join a happy hour just for VIP holders. VIP registrants also receive priority reserved seating in the General Sessions and a ticket to ATD Networking Night.  

To gain access, add the ATD24 New Orleans VIP package to your registration.  

Are you passionate about L&D and eager to connect with others who share your interest? Our Community Meetups are the perfect chance to exchange knowledge and ideas. Join your fellow ATD24 attendees on Sunday morning for an exciting networking opportunity based on our learning paths. Learning Paths are a curated list of sessions to help you navigate the voluminous education programming choices. We will also offer a Community Meetup for attendees to speak with APTD/CPTD credential holders about the value of pursuing a certification.

Community Meetups offer an open and friendly atmosphere, providing you with the perfect opportunity to expand your network and connect with others who are just as passionate about talent development as you are. Meet other attendees with similar interests, share ideas, and discuss topics related to one of the many learning paths. Whether you're an expert, a practitioner, or just getting started, you'll find plenty of opportunities to connect, learn, and grow. 

Learning Paths: 
Consultant 
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 
First-Time ATD Attendee 
Global Perspectives 
Instructional Design Trends 
Level Up Your Talent Development Toolkit 
Navigate the AI Revolution 
New to L&D 
Own Your Career 
Talent Leaders 

Making new connections is one of the best parts of attending a conference, followed closely by getting solutions to your most pressing problems. Returning for ATD24, we are bringing you a series of discussions designed to help you connect with other TD professionals in a relaxed, comfortable setting. Our facilitated networking sessions provide you with the opportunity to join your peers in targeted discussions on specific topics. Get support on challenges, share expertise, exchange ideas, and create new relationships. 

A tradition at every ATD International Conference & EXPO, this is an event that offers a chance for attendees to get together for a fun-filled evening, enjoy authentic New Orleans cuisine, play in the grown-up playground, dance the night away to a local band, and network with friends and colleagues. This year’s event will take place at Mardi Gras World. You will have an opportunity to explore where all the magic of Mardi Gras is created, with a surprise around every corner. For more information, click here. 

Tuesday, May 21, 7–10 p.m. 

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Join ATD Global for a festive networking luncheon exclusively for international attendees. It’s a great opportunity to start your conference by networking with attendees from around the world.   

Sunday, May 19, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 

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Build a High-Performing Team in the New Age of Revenue Enablement

Free to ATD24 attendees responsible for sales training and enablement. Learn strategies forward-thinking Revenue Enablement leaders are practicing in 2024 to build winning teams. From ongoing enablement programming to building the optimal tech stack, the role of AI, and KPIs, Enablement leaders have a ton to consider. Arrive early to save your seat for this first-come, first-served special event.

Sunday, May 19, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 

Location: Room R05

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Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders

Free to public sector professionals registered for ATD24. Join us as we address the rapidly evolving range of skills needed to lead effectively in today’s federal workplace, and innovative approaches to leadership development programs designed to accelerate competencies for current and aspiring leaders at all levels. Arrive early to save your seat for this first-come, first-served special event.

Sunday, May 19, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 

Location: Room 350-351

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The Healthcare Workforce of the Future: Proven Strategies for Skill Building

Join us for lunch and an engaging afternoon focused on upskilling your workforce. Our panel will discuss strategies and innovative approaches aimed at enhancing skills for the evolving healthcare workplace of the future. This program is designed for talent development professionals of all levels.  No need to RSVP. Lunch will be provided! 

Sunday, May 19, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 

Location: Rivergate Room

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Join us for a cocktail hour to network with your sales training and enablement peers, share best practices, and discuss the latest trends. 

Monday, May 20, 5:45–6:45 p.m. 

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Have lunch and learn alongside other talent development leaders. Enjoy your meal and network while listening to a professional thought leader and gaining more insight. 

Sunday, May 19, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 

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CPTDs and APTDs Only

CPTD and APTD credential holders are invited to partake in good food, drink, and conversation at this reception. The event is open only to CPTD and APTD credential holders and ATD Certification Institute’s specially invited guests.   

Sunday, May 19, 5:45–7 p.m. 

Enjoy some hors d'oeuvres and drinks while you connect with other talent development leaders. 

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All of ATD’s 2024 award winners will be recognized during an awards ceremony held during the ATD 2024 International Conference & EXPO in New Orleans. The program will celebrate this year’s Excellence in Practice, BEST, and Advancing Talent Development Awards. 

Award-winning organizations and other award volunteers will attend this invitation-only event.