ATD Greater Cleveland upcoming events

ATD Greater Cleveland Social Hour - Meet & Greet (June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

ATD Greater Cleveland Social Hour

Join us for some time to have a chat, share a snack, spin a prize wheel, and make new local connections among learning and development professionals.

We will supply the appetizers, bring yourself, and join us for drinks and some great conversations. We look forward to connecting with you!

Registration is FREE for members and non-members. Please register so we know how many to accommodate in our space.

Event Details

Date	Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time	5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location	The Oak Barrel 5975 Canal Road Valley View, OH 44125
Cost	Registration: FREE for members and non-members Appetizers are on us!

Please contact programs@atdgreatercleveland.org with event / registration questions.

New and Prospective Member Welcome (August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

New and Prospective Member Welcome

New to ATD Greater Cleveland (ATD GC) or curious about what our chapter offers within Northeast Ohio? Whether you a new member or considering membership, please join us for a free welcome and orientation so that you can take advantage of everything that our local chapter has to offer. The session is facilitated by ATD GC board members and we will chat about member benefits, our in-person and virtual events, ways that you can get involved, and the opportunities to connect with others in the community. Please join us!

This session ties to the ATD Capability Model in the following areas:

Building Professional Capability
Networking and Partnering

Program Details

Date	Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time	12:00pm – 12:45pm - Session
Location	Virtual Google Meet
Cost	This event is FREE!

Presenter: Jess Pischel

Jess Pischel works with leadership teams to turn AI from an overwhelming set of possibilities into clear, prioritized decisions that drive real business value. Her work sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, culture, and change helping organizations adopt AI in ways that actually stick.

With a background spanning consulting and in-house leadership roles, Jess brings a practical, human-centered lens to AI strategy. Her experience includes working with nationally recognized brands such as KeyBank, Lexus, Celebrity Cruises, and Lush Cosmetics, supporting initiatives across customer experience, employee experience, and operational effectiveness.

Jess is known for translating complex ideas into clear roadmaps, facilitating productive executive conversations, and helping leaders focus on where AI can save time, reduce errors, and create measurable ROI without losing sight of people, trust, or adoption.

She holds an MBA, is Prosci Change Management Certified, and has completed executive education in AI and business strategy through MIT. Her approach combines structured strategy with real-world pragmatism, helping organizations move forward with confidence rather than hype.

Please contact programs@atdgreatercleveland.org with event / registration questions.

From Trainer to L&D Leader: Coaching, Feedback and Influence Skills (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Transitioning into L&D Leadership Roles

Stepping into L&D leadership requires a shift from delivering content to driving results through others. Certified (CPCC) coach Candice Gouge will show you how to navigate this transition by mastering the "soft" skills that define a Director-level professional. You’ll explore how to flex your communication style for different personality types, use proven frameworks to pitch ideas to leadership with confidence, and lead meetings that actually get results. Through practical coaching scenarios and feedback models, you’ll leave with a toolkit for influencing stakeholders and leading your team with greater clarity and impact.

This session ties to the ATD Capability Model in the following areas:

Building Professional Capability
Networking and Partnering

Program Details

Date	Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time	5:30pm – 6:30pm - Session
Location	Virtual Zoom Meeting
Cost	Current ATD Greater Cleveland Chapter Members: $10 Current Members of any Ohio ATD Chapter: $10 Non-Members & Guests: $15

Presenter: Candice Gouge

As a certified coach and L&D expert, Candice Gouge thrives on helping teams and leaders bridge the gap between strategy and execution. She specializes in creating strong organizational structures that allow learning functions to scale and succeed on a global level. Candice’s philosophy is simple: leadership is about driving excellence through others.

Please contact programs@atdgreatercleveland.org with event questions.

ATD Greater Cleveland Holiday Meet & Greet (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

ATD Greater Cleveland Holiday Social Hour

Join us for some time to have a chat, share a snack, spin a prize wheel, and make new local connections among learning and development professionals.

We will supply the appetizers, bring yourself, and join us for drinks and some great conversations. We look forward to connecting with you!

Registration is FREE for members and non-members. Please register so we know how many to accommodate in our space. Questions? Please email programs@atdgreatercleveland.org.

Event Details

Date	Thursday, December 3, 2026
Time	5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location	The Hooley Pub & Kitchen 10310 Cascade Crossing Brooklyn, OH 44144
Cost	Registration: FREE for members and non-members Appetizers are on us!