ATD25 Program Overview
The Learning & Development Experience of the Year
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Sessions
Attendees
Exhibitors
Keynote Speakers
ATD25 will feature 3 inspiring and relevant keynotes to set the tone throughout the event. It’s a lineup of speakers that is sure to leave you inspired both personally and professionally.
Seth Godin
Teacher, Author, Entrepreneur
Stay tuned as we announce the other two keynotes that will WOW you in Washington, DC, this May. Follow conference activity with #ATD24 on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Seth Godin is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and speaker. In addition to launching one of the most popular blogs in the world, he has written 21 bestselling books, including The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, and What To Do When It’s Your Turn (And It’s Always Your Turn). His book, This is Marketing, was an instant bestseller in countries around the world. His new book, out in 2024, is This is Strategy.
His previous books include The Song of Significance and The Practice, and creatives everywhere have made it a bestseller. Though renowned for his writing and speaking, Godin also founded two companies, Squidoo and Yoyodyne (acquired by Yahoo!). He’s credited as the inventor of email marketing (the good kind). Godin has given five TED talks, including two that rank as the most popular of all time.
By focusing on everything from effective marketing and leadership to the spread of ideas and changing everything, Godin has been able to motivate and inspire countless people around the world.
In 2013, Godin was one of just three professionals inducted into the Direct Marketing Hall of Fame. In an astonishing turn of events, in May 2018, he was inducted into the Marketing Hall of Fame as well. He might be the only person in both.
Learning Tracks
The ATD25 programming follows curated learning tracks to help you gain the insights and solutions you need and connect with other attendees with similar challenges and goals.
Career Development
Influence a community of learning professionals interested in advancing their own careers and helping others develop their skills and expertise.
Future Readiness
Learn to stay curious on topics that help professionals prepare their organization to meet future needs.
Instructional Design
Focus on trends and topics related to the process of analyzing learning and performance.
Leadership & Management Development
Influence a community of leaders driving strategy, developing talent, and building a strong global workforc
Measurement & Evaluation
Implement learning analysis process models and systems in order to measure talent development intervention, program effectiveness and organizational outcomes.
Talent Strategy & Management
Discover trends and topics influencing a community that manages organizational talent and the employee lifecycle.
Government
Find topics for government learning professionals from federal, state, and local agencies. Focuses on modernizing talent development in government, innovation, and preparing for the future of work.
Healthcare
Influence a community of healthcare executives, providers, managers, and trainers working to create next-generation healthcare environments through learning, talent development and cultural change.
Training Delivery & Facilitation
Cover the transfer of knowledge and skills via selecting or developing the appropriate delivery options to make learning engaging, effective, relevant, and applicable.
Learning Science
A collective of professionals interested in understanding and applying the evidence-based methods behind how individuals take in and retain information, form connections and ideas, and apply new behaviors, skills and knowledge on the job to improve performance.
Managing The Learning Function
Managing the learning function has become more complex in recent years as training is moving away from a simple order-taker approach. Responsibilities for those who manage such functions involve understanding more strategically how to approach areas such as business partnering, staffing, managing programs, and more.
On-Site Experiences and Enhancements
In addition to world-class sessions and impactful keynotes, attendees have the opportunity to take advantage of these on-site experiences that enhance their ATD25 learning.
Networking Night
THE most popular event at ATD25.
Hurry – Tickets typically sell out in advance!
National Building Museum Tuesday, May 20, 7–10 p.m.
This year, we’re heading to the iconic National Building Museum, where history meets entertainment. Connect with fellow attendees in an evening filled with music, special exhibits, and unexpected delights. Dance to the beats of a live band, savor delicious bites, and challenge yourself with thrilling games and activities. With surprises around every corner, this is your chance to unwind, make new connections, and create memories in one of D.C.’s most stunning venues. Don’t miss this highlight of the conference!
Pricing:
Members: $100
Non-Members: $150
Not registered for ATD25?
Add on a Networking Night ticket when you register for ATD25.
Already registered for ATD25?
Contact [email protected] or +1.800.628.2783 to purchase a ticket.
Members Have Extra Perks!
ATD Members have exclusive access to the ATD Member Lounge, Exclusive Swag and first-preference at select hotel reservations at ATD25.
Not a Member?
There is no better time to become a member!
When you join ATD, you belong to the world’s strongest community of talent development professionals. Your membership unlocks immediate access to hundreds of actionable performance resources, informative videos, members-only discounts, and so much more. Whether you are a seasoned talent leader or new to the field, ATD membership has something for you! Join today to unlock the countless benefits of ATD.
Schedule at a Glance
Check out the schedule below to start planning your ATD25 experience.
All times are in Eastern Time (ET). The schedule is subject to changes
| Time | Thursday–Friday May 15–16 |
Saturday May 17 |
Sunday May 18 |
Monday May 19 |
Tuesday May 20 |
Wednesday May 21 |
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| 8 a.m. | Community Meetups 8–9 a.m. |
General Session |
General Session |
Concurrent Sessions |
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| 8:30 a.m. |
Certificate |
Certificate Programs*
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| 9 a.m. | EXPO Open 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
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| 9:30 a.m. | Concurrent Sessions 9:30–10:30 a.m. |
EXPO Open 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Lunch Served 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. |
Concurrent Sessions 9:30–10:30 a.m. |
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| 10 a.m. | Concurrent Sessions 10–11 a.m. |
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| 11 a.m. | Concurrent Sessions 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
General Session 11 a.m.–12 p.m. |
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| 11:30 a.m. | Concurrent Sessions 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
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| 12 p.m. |
EXPO Open Lunch Served |
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| 12:30 p.m. | Lunch Served 12:30–2 p.m. |
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| 1 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions 1–2 p.m. |
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| 2 p.m. | Dessert & Coffee Break |
Concurrent Sessions 2–3 p.m. |
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| 2:30 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions 2:30–3:30 p.m. |
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| 3 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions 3–4 p.m. |
Dessert & Coffee Break Treasure Hunt Drawing |
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| 3:30 p.m. | Dessert & Coffee Break |
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| 4 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions 4–5 p.m. |
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| 4:30 p.m. |
ATD Store Opening Reception & Book Sale |
Concurrent Sessions 4:30–5:30 p.m. |
Concurrent Sessions 4:30–5:30 p.m. |
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| 7 p.m. | Awards Night 7–10 p.m.** |
ATD Networking Night* 7–10 p.m. |
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*Separate registration or ticket required
**Invitation-only event