Beltway Broadcast

Maximizing and Evaluating Training Impact with Dr. Jim Kirkpatrick

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Dr. Jim Kirkpatrick. Dr. Kirkpatrick is co-owner of Kirkpatrick Partners, The Standard for Leveraging and Validating Talent Investments™. He is a visionary, an expert in training evaluation, and the creator of the New World Kirkpatrick Model. Dr. Kirkpatrick co-authored three books with his father, Don Kirkpatrick, who is credited with creating the Kirkpatrick Model. He also has written four books with Wendy Kirkpatrick, including Kirkpatrick's Four Levels of Training Evaluation and Training on Trial. In this episode, Dr. Kirkpatrick discusses the importance of evaluation, shares practical tips on how to get started with evaluation practices, and explains how to use the Kirkpatrick Model to demonstrate training’s value to the business.  

If you’d like to learn more about Dr. Kirkpatrick, visit Kirkpatrick Partners 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

Inclusive Learning Design and Digital Accessibility with Susi Miller

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Susi Miller. Susi is an industry leading expert on accessible learning design with over 30 years of L&D experience, a passionate advocate for digital accessibility, and the author of Designing Accessible Learning Content - A practical guide to applying best-practice accessibility standards to L&D resources. In this episode, Susi talks about the importance of designing accessible learning content, shares best practices and go-to resources on inclusive learning design, and discusses how to become an effective advocate for digital accessibility in the workplace.

If you’d like to learn more about Susi, 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

Andragogy vs. Pedagogy with Justin Harris

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Dr. Justin Harris. Dr. Harris is a lifelong learner with advanced degrees in multiple disciplines including Developmental Psychology, Applied Psychology and Computer Science. He describes himself as a Perspective Shifter, Learning Experience Engineer, Reframer, Storyteller and Foster Dad. Dr. Harris also serves on the Board of Directors of the Association for Talent Development’s Greater Boston Chapter as its current Director of Programs. In this episode, Dr. Harris shares his insights on working with both child and adult learners and how effective techniques with both age groups can inform how we work with the other. 

If you’d like to learn more about Dr. Harris, 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

Mind the Gap: Strategies to Avoid a Generation Gap in Training with Andrea Maliska

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Andrea Maliska. Andrea is an award-winning learning and development professional with over fifteen years of experience in the TD field and the founder of Rebel Learn. In this episode, Andrea discusses how for the first time in history, there are five distinct generations in the workplace and explains how to create learning content and increase the engagement of your learners by keeping the generation spread in mind.

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

To read Andrea’s blog post, go to Your Guide to Blended eLearning Design. 

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

Employee Engagement with Beth Thomas

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Beth Thomas. Beth is an employee engagement expert, global motivational and keynote speaker, CEO of Change4Growth, and the best-selling author of Powered by Happy, a guide to workplace happiness and engagement for organizations of all sizes. In this episode, Beth defines happiness in an ever-changing world, shares practical tips for finding job satisfaction, and discusses how to keep a workforce engaged.

If you’d like to learn more about Beth, 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

Alignment and Success Strategies for a Healthy Work Experience with Laëtitia Gnago

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Laëtitia Gnago. Laëtitia is a Board member of our Chapter and currently serves in the capacity of Vice President of Learning. Laëtitia is a Talent Experience Enhancement Strategist and Alignment Success Architect. She is a Thought Leader, the founder of Aligned Corporate Experiences (ACE), and the author of Ace You Professional Journey. In this episode, Laëtitia shares a formula for creating change, explains how to manage change effectively, and provides strategies and best practices on how to create and design professional experiences on our own terms. 

If you’d like to learn more about Laëtitia, 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

Recruiting Talent Development Executives with Lara Wehrle

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Lara Wehrle. Lara is a Senior Partner at the Lucas Group. She specializes in identifying the right fit, both in skills and personalities to Fortune 500 corporations throughout Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia and Delaware. In this episode, Lara shares how she qualifies candidates at the Executive level, ways she figures out whether someone might be a good fit for an organization, the impact of a company’s culture when looking to match a candidate to a firm, the importance of confidentiality when recruiting executives and how COVID-19 has impacted her industry.

If you’d like to learn more about Lara, visit the Lucas Groups' website or 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

Winning at Board Service with Mashaal Ahmed

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Mashaal Ahmed. Mashaal has been a member and volunteer of our Chapter for years. She currently serves the Metro DC Chapter as its Past President. In this episode, Mashaal discusses Metro DC Chapter’s mission, explains how the election process to run for a board position looks like, shares tips on how to succeed at the board service, and talks about lessons learned from her time on the board. 

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.

If you’d like to learn more about Mashaal or 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

Organizational Tips for the Talent Development Professional with Andrea Hancock

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Andrea Hancock. Andrea loves assisting overwhelmed professionals, individuals in transition, and downsizing families to gain more control in their lives and manage less chaos in their homes and workspaces through her company Dexterous Organizing. In this episode, Andrea provides you with several tips to up your productivity and get more organized.

If you’d like to learn more about Andrea, 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

How To Be An Ally For People Different From You with Julie Kratz

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Julie Kratz. Julie is a highly acclaimed speaker and trainer who led teams and produced results in corporate America for nearly two decades. After experiencing her own career “pivot point,” Julie developed a process to help women leaders create their winning career game plan. In this episode, Julie shares how you can be an ally for people who are different from you.

If you’d like to learn more about Julie, 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