ATD Greater Twin Cities

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Creating business results
through the joy of learning

Networking Community fostering growth and
success through collaboration and care

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Join a Community That Shares the Joy of Learning

We serve professionals across industries focused on all facets of talent development, from learning and leadership to organizational change and performance enhancement. Our programming and content connect you with what brings you joy and helps you excel—driving better business outcomes, engaging learners, and advancing your career.

We are a community of coaches, trainers, L&D leaders, curators, designers, and more, we share a passion for sparking “aha” moments in someone. As a chapter of ATD, we’re here to support your growth with meaningful events, workshops, connections, and a strong, supportive network.

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WHO WE ARE

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What We Offer

Our mission is to bring the joy of learning into every aspect of what we do, from our programs and events to our member engagement.

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Communities
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We are a chapter of the national Association for Talent & Development. We are located in the Greater
Twin Cities of Minnesota, abbreviated ATD-GTC. We have more than 200 members in Minnesota,
including Talent, Development, Training, Learning, and Coaching professionals.

Our chapter’s brand, the Joy of Learning, reflects the excitement we all share in inspiring that spark
in others and nurturing a love of learning. It’s our mission to ensure that every member experiences
professional development that truly ignites their own Joy of Learning.

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National Members

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Local Members

Upcoming Events

Book Banter – Who We Become When Life Makes Other Plans by Maya Shankar

July 14, 2026
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location : Virtual

Join us as we discuss The Other Side of Change: Who We Become When Life Makes Other Plans. This book is about disruption, identity, resilience, and the unexpected ways change reshapes us.

Leadership Development Community of Practice: Making Strategic Decisions in Leadership Training Content: Buy, Build, or Blend

July 16, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Modernwell

This session provides a decision framework and guides participants through an organizational audit to help them evaluate their current approach and identify opportunities for greater strategic alignment and impact.

Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable in L&D Measurement

July 23, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location : Virtual

Many learning practitioners fail to tap into the power of analytics because of their discomfort with one or more elements associated with the measurement and evaluation process. This session will review topics like ROI, benchmarks, self-reported data, impact indicators, negative data, low impact learners, NPS, AI and roughly reasonable.