ATD-Los Angeles upcoming events

ATD-LA Membership Orientation Webinar (04/21/2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Are you a:

new member of ATD-Los Angeles Chapter and would like to become familiar with the Board, benefits and services

potential member that is interested in learning about the chapter and its value

current member who hasn't attended a new member orientation in a while time?

This meeting will help you understand how the chapter is structured and provide an overview of its many programs, features, and benefits.

Make your professional investment count. Whether you are new to the talent management field or a seasoned professional, the chapter provides many opportunities for learning and career growth.

Come join ATD-Los Angeles and be part of a localized network of colleagues and peers!

Photography and Video Waiver

By registering for this event, I do hereby give ATD Los Angeles and and its associates or assigns, or anyone acting under its authority or permission, the irrevocable and unrestricted right and permission to: capture the image, audio, and content via photograph, videotape, audiotape, transcription, or other means now available, copyright in its own name or otherwise, and use, reuse, publish, and republish any and all material of which I presented, or may have been included in presenting, in whole or in part. I consent to the use of all media now or hereafter known for illustration, promotion, art, editorial, advertising, trade, or any other purpose whatsoever. I hereby waive any right that I may have to inspect or approve the finished product or products and the advertising copy or other matter that may be used in connection therewith or the use to which it may be applied. If I do not provide permission, I understand that I will not activate my web camera during virtual sessions.

Please click here for cancellation and refund policies. We cannot guarantee that webinar/Zoom recordings will be available.

All ADA accommodations require a seven day advanced notice by email to office@atdla.org so that we can reasonably search for and secure accommodations. ATD-LA cannot guarantee that accommodations can be reasonably secured with shorter notice. ATD-LA will cover costs for accommodations as required by law, for the published duration of the event only

Virtual Networking: Cultural Competency in the Workplace (05/06/2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the launch of our new Virtual Networking Series designed to help talent development professionals connect, grow, and sharpen critical workplace skills.

Each session features:

A focused spotlight topic

An expert presenter

Structured networking time with peers

JOIN US THIS SPRING:

March 18 – Establishing Your Value in Every Way You Communicate
May 6 – Cultural Competency in the Workplace
June 3 – Organizational Development Strategies for L&D Leaders

These sessions are interactive, practical, and built for professionals who want both insight and connection.

Cultural Competency in the Workplace

In the first webinar in the series, Join us for a dynamic networking session featuring a brief spotlight from Doaa Saleh on cultural competency in today’s global workplace.

Drawing from her experience leading talent and learning initiatives across the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, Doaa will share practical insights on building cultural agility, strengthening cross-border communication, and navigating cultural nuance in team and leadership dynamics.

After her 5–7 minute segment, participants will engage in guided discussion and networking to exchange perspectives, share experiences, and build meaningful professional connections.

This session offers a rich blend of learning, reflection, and relationship-building—perfect for professionals looking to elevate their cultural fluency and workplace impact.

Participants will:

Gain insight into the core elements of cultural competency in modern workplaces
Explore how cultural agility enhances organizational learning and leadership effectiveness
Network with peers to share experiences and exchange diverse perspectives

MEMBER VALUE PROPOSITION:

Sharpen Your Skills – expanding cultural and interpersonal competence
Build Your Network – structured peer connection and discussion
Advance Your Career – strengthening a capability increasingly essential in global roles

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:

Doaa Saleh is a certified Talent Development and Leadership Strategy executive with over 15 years of experience across banking, education, trucking and logistics, and social services. She holds the Certified Professional in Talent Development credential from the Association for Talent Development, Hogan Assessments Certification with Advanced Interpretation, and is a Certified DDI Facilitator. Her recent studies include the Talent Development Executive Certificate through the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education in partnership with ATD.

Her career spans roles including Corporate Trainer, Instructional Designer, Founder and License Partner, Talent Development Program Designer, Learning and Development Manager, and Director of Talent Development.

Doaa has designed enterprise training programs, led global learning initiatives, implemented LMS platforms, and built multiple L and D functions from the ground up. She has worked across the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, consistently aligning learning strategy with business priorities and performance outcomes.

In May 2025, Doaa was selected as a Subject of Biographical Record in Marquis Who’s Who. She is known for integrating adult learning theory, and behavioral insight into practical learning experiences that support leadership effectiveness and cultural change.

ATD Capability Model

Building Personal Capability:

Cultural Awareness & Inclusion
Communication
Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making

Developing Professional Capability:

Career & Leadership Development
Training Delivery & Facilitation (via guided discussion + peer engagement)

Impacting Organizational Capability:

Organization Development & Culture
Talent Strategy & Management

Photography and Video Waiver

By registering for this event, I do hereby give ATD Los Angeles and and its associates or assigns, or anyone acting under its authority or permission, the irrevocable and unrestricted right and permission to: capture the image, audio, and content via photograph, videotape, audiotape, transcription, or other means now available, copyright in its own name or otherwise, and use, reuse, publish, and republish any and all material of which I presented, or may have been included in presenting, in whole or in part. I consent to the use of all media now or hereafter known for illustration, promotion, art, editorial, advertising, trade, or any other purpose whatsoever. I hereby waive any right that I may have to inspect or approve the finished product or products and the advertising copy or other matter that may be used in connection therewith or the use to which it may be applied. If I do not provide permission, I understand that I will not activate my web camera during virtual sessions.

Please click here for cancellation and refund policies. We cannot guarantee that webinar/Zoom recordings will be available.Save

Virtual Networking: Organizational Development Strategies for L&D Leaders (06/03/2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the launch of our new Virtual Networking Series designed to help talent development professionals connect, grow, and sharpen critical workplace skills.

Each session features:

A focused spotlight topic

An expert presenter

Structured networking time with peers

JOIN US THIS SPRING:

March 18 – Establishing Your Value in Every Way You Communicate
May 6 – Cultural Competency in the Workplace
June 3 – Organizational Development Strategies for L&D Leaders

These sessions are interactive, practical, and built for professionals who want both insight and connection.

Organizational Development Strategies for L&D Leaders

Join us for an interactive networking session featuring a spotlight from Annie Liao on how Organizational Development (OD) strategies can empower L&D leaders to become true strategic partners.

Rather than responding reactively to “Can you build a training on this?” requests, OD frameworks help uncover root causes, diagnose what’s really happening in the organization, and determine which interventions will meaningfully move the needle.

Annie will introduce practical, approachable ways L&D professionals can apply OD thinking in their everyday work—regardless of title or org size.

After her short segment, participants will engage in guided discussion and networking focused on applying these insights, sharing experiences, and strengthening their strategic influence as talent development professionals.

Participants will:

Gain insight into how OD mindsets and tools help L&D leaders operate more strategically
Explore practical ways to diagnose organizational needs beyond “training requests”
Reflect on their own influence and decision-making within organizational systems
Network with peers to share OD-related challenges, insights, and applications

This session aligns with our Member Value Proposition pillars to:

Sharpen Your Skills – expanding the use of OD frameworks and diagnostic thinking
Build Your Network – structured peer interaction and AMA discussion
Advance Your Career – strengthening strategic capabilities essential for L&D leadership

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:

Annie Liao is an L&D and OD leader with over a decade of experience designing training programs for large, distributed teams. At Dine Brands Global (IHOP), she led enterprise L&D programs on everything from pancakes to POS systems. Now in her consulting work at Corbel Collective, she works with organizations to build practical, people-centered systems for the future of work. As work becomes more automated and transactional, she is determined to build workplaces where people can still feel like people. In her free time you'll probably find her trying to grow a salad in her kitchen, or brainstorming the theme for the next film festival with her friends.

ATD Capability Model

Building Personal Capability

Collaboration & Leadership
Communication
Emotional Intelligence & Decision Making

Developing Professional Capability

Evaluating Impact
Career & Leadership Development
Consulting Skills / Training Facilitation (through peer exploration and applied discussion)

Impacting Organizational Capability

Organization Development & Culture
Performance Improvement
Business Insight
Change Management

Photography and Video Waiver

Please click here for cancellation and refund policies. We cannot guarantee that webinar/Zoom recordings will be available.Save