Beltway Broadcast

Adaptability in Talent Development with Esther Jackson

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Esther Jackson. Esther is a people potential accelerator with a myriad of experiences in project management, talent development, and DEI. She is the author of Adaptability in Talent Development. Esther also serves as a NAC with ATD. In this episode, Esther discusses why adaptability is a vital skill for TD professionals and shares practical tips on how to raise your self-awareness and develop an adaptive mindset. 

If you’d like to learn more about Esther, checkout her LinkedIn profile.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

Mentoring Programs That Work with Jenn Labin

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Jenn Labin. Jenn is the Chief Talent & Diversity Officer at MentorcliQ. She is the author of Mentoring Programs That Work and Real World Training Design and co-author of Balancing Time, Quality and Expectations in the ASTD Handbook 2nd Edition. In this episode, Jenn discusses how you can embrace mentoring as one of the most powerful talent development tools and how to help your organization succeed by building mentoring programs that connect people and inspire learning transfer. 

If you’d like to learn more about Jenn, visit her company’s website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

Agile for Instructional Designers with Megan Torrance

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Megan Torrance. Megan is the CEO and founder of TorranceLearning. She is a frequent speaker at conferences nationwide and the author of Agile for Instructional Designers, The Quick Guide to LLAMA, and two ATD TD at Work publications: Agile and LLAMA for ISD Project Management and Making Sense of xAPI. In this episode, Megan discusses how to use Agile methodology to manage training projects, adapt to change as it happens, and deliver the content most needed by learners. 

If you’d like to learn more about Megan, visit her company’s website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

Emotional Intelligence in Talent Development with Patrick Malone

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Dr. Patrick Malone. Dr. Malone is the Director of Key Executive Leadership Programs at American University, a frequent guest lecturer on leadership and organizational dynamics, and the author of Emotional Intelligence in Talent Development. He is a retired navy captain, having spent 22 years in a number of senior leadership and policy roles. In this episode, Dr. Malone discusses how to develop strong emotional intelligence by examining real-world challenges that TD professionals face. 

If you’d like to learn more about Dr. Malone, checkout his LinkedIn profile.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

AI in Talent Development with Margie Meacham

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Margie Meacham. Margie, “The Brain Lady,” is a scholar-practitioner in the field of education and learning and president of LearningToGo. She is the author of Brain Matters: How to Help Anyone Learn Anything Using Neuroscience, The Genius Button: Using Neuroscience to Bring Out Your Inner Genius, and AI in Talent Development: Capitalize on the AI Revolution to Transform the Way You Work, Learn, and Live. In this episode, Margie discusses the benefits, uses, and risks of AI technology and offers practical tools to strengthen and enhance learning and performance programs.

To learn more about the history of AI, read Margie’s blog post A Brief History of AI. 

If you’d like to learn more about Margie, visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

Next Level Virtual Training with Diana Howles

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Diana Howles. Diana is an award-winning speaker, global virtual facilitator, and master trainer who brings 25 years of experience in the talent development industry. She is CEO and co-founder of Howles Associates and the author of Next Level Virtual Training. In this episode, Diana shares tips on how to develop on-camera competence, apply learning experience design to live online learning, and prepare for the combination of onsite and online learners together in a post-pandemic hybrid work environment.

If you’d like to learn more about Diana, checkout her LinkedIn profile or visit her company’s website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

The Hard and Soft Sides of Change Management with Kathryn Zukof

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Kathryn Zukof. Kathryn is a learning and organizational development practitioner and educator with over 30 years of experience in industries ranging from manufacturing to higher education to technology services. She is the author of The Hard and Soft Sides of Change Management. In this episode, Kathryn discusses practices and approaches to help you and your organization roll out, receive, and manage change effectively. 

If you’d like to learn more about Kathryn, checkout her LinkedIn profile.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers with Maria Morukian

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Maria Morukian. Maria is a recognized organizational development practitioner specializing in training, coaching, and facilitation with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. She is the president of MSM Global Consulting, an adjunct faculty member at American University’s School of International Service, and the author of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers. In this episode, Maria discusses the knowledge and skills required for DEI training and offers strategies for embedding DEI and promoting sustainability through collaborative practices and dialogues. 

If you’d like to learn more about Maria, visit her company’s website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

Connection Culture with Michael Stallard

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Michael Stallard. Michael is a thought leader, author, speaker, and expert on how human connection in culture affects the health and performance of individuals and organizations. He is the president and co-founder of E Pluribus Partners and the Connection Culture Group as well as the primary author of Fired Up or Burned Out and Connection Culture. In this episode, Michael explains why creating a connection culture at your organization is more important now than ever before and shares practical tips on how to begin fostering a connection culture at your workplace. 

If you’d like to learn more about Michael, visit his website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges

Promotions Are So Yesterday with Julie Winkle Giulioni

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Julie Winkle Giulioni. Julie is a champion for workplace growth and development and helps executives and leaders optimize talent and potential within their organizations. One of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 speakers, she’s the author of Promotions Are So Yesterday and the co-author of the international bestseller, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, translated into seven languages. In this episode, Julie explains why career development is so much more than promotions alone and offers a new approach for developing your employees’ careers and helping them thrive in a company when promotions are not readily available. 

If you’d like to learn more about Julie, checkout her LinkedIn profile or visit her website.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, hosts, or sponsors.

For more info about the Metro DC Chapter of ATD, visit DCATD.org. 

Episode Credits:

Series Announcer: Julie Waters

Hosts: Christina Eanes, Stephanie Hubka, Laëtitia Gnago, and Halyna Hodges