Beltway Broadcast

Aligning Instructional Design With Business Results with Kristopher Newbauer

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Kristopher Newbauer. Kristopher is the chief HR officer and the head of global people and talent for Rotary International. He is the author of Aligning Instructional Design with Business Goals: Make the Case and Deliver Results. In this episode, Kristopher shares how to ensure TD programs are aligned to the company’s strategic objectives, recommends how to design and develop effective TD programs, and discusses how to make the case for your TD function as a strategy for achieving business goals.

If you’d like to learn more about Kristopher, visit 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, and Halyna Hodges

Games, Play, and Learning with Alexandra Suchman

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Alexandra Suchman. Alex is CEO and co-founder of Barometer XP, a company that uses games to spark insightful conversations about how team members can better communicate and collaborate toward shared goals. Prior to Barometer XP, Alex founded AIS Collaborations, a consulting firm that helped small orgs through simple systems, stronger organizing techniques, and better planning. In this episode, Alex explains how different games can help teams learn and practice essential skills, and shares how to use games as tools for experiential learning.

If you’d like to learn more about Alex, 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, and Halyna Hodges

L&D’s Playbook for the Digital Age with Brandon Carson

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Brandon Carson. Brandon is an innovative learning strategist with extensive experience leading corporate global learning programs and teams in environments as varied as startups, tech companies, retail, and transportation. He is a contributing author to Leading the Learning Function and author of Learning in the Age of Immediacy and L&D's Playbook for the Digital Age, both from ATD Press. In this episode, Brandon shares why now is the time to reorient L&D and explains how to navigate the radical and complex transformation in the digital age.

If you’d like to learn more about Brandon, 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, and Halyna Hodges

Disruption Mindset with Charlene Li

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Charlene Li. Charlene is an expert on digital transformation strategy and disruptive leadership, and the author of six books, including her latest, The Disruption Mindset. She is the Founder and Senior Fellow at Altimeter and a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Business School. In this episode, Charlene explains why every L&D professional must have a strategy for disruptive growth, discusses how disruptors create things that result in positive change, and shares tips on how to build your own disruption mindset.

If you’d like to learn more about Charlene, 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, and Halyna Hodges

The Listening Bias with Tony Salvador

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Tony Salvador. In his role as senior principal engineer at Intel, Tony directs research in the experience Insights Lab within Intel Corporation. He is the TEDTalk Speaker and has over 50 published papers and patents in academic journals as well as more popular venues. In this episode, Tony explains why listening to gather insights and information is a key ability that successful professionals possess and shares some strategies for being a better listener.

If you’d like to learn more about Tony, 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, and Halyna Hodges

Organizational Wellness with Chris Coladonato

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Chris Coladonato. Chris is a speaker, coach, and founder of Connection Catalyst. With over 20 years of experience in talent development and human resources, including 13+ years as a remote employee, Chris has learned the importance of prioritizing human connection and well-being in today's fast-paced, tech-focused work environment. In this episode, Chris shares examples of employee wellness, discusses how to promote organizational wellness, and explains key elements of a successful wellness program. 

If you’d like to learn more about Chris, 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, and Halyna Hodges

Performance Reviews with Frank Cespedes

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Frank Cespedes. Frank teaches at Harvard Business School, and is the author of 6 books as well as articles in Harvard Business Review, California Management Review, Organization Science, The Wall Street Journal, and other publications. In this episode, Frank discusses the purpose of performance reviews and shares best practices on how to conduct a great performance review.  

If you’d like to learn more about Frank, 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, and Halyna Hodges

Wired to Become with Britt Andreatta

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Dr. Britt Andreatta. Britt is an internationally recognized thought leader who uses her background in leadership, neuroscience, psychology, and education to create science-based solutions for today’s workplace challenges. She is the former CLO for Lynda.com (LinkedIn Learning) and the author of several books on the brain science of success including Wired to Grow, Wired to Resist, Wired to Connect, and Wired to Become. In this episode, Britt shares new findings about the science of becoming our best selves and discusses tools you can use to clarify your own sense of purpose as well as strategies for building purpose-driven organizations.

If you’d like to learn more about Britt, 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, and Halyna Hodges

Selecting and Implementing an LMS with John Leh

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts John Leh. John is the CEO, Lead Analyst, and LMS selection consultant of Talented Learning. He is a trusted learning tech industry veteran with over 25 years and $100 million-worth of front-line experience in buying and selling complex learning solutions. In this episode, John discusses how to select the right LMS to meet your organization’s business needs, talks about how to measure the success of your LMS implementation, and shares multiple case studies of successful LMS implementation.

If you’d like to learn more about John, 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, and Halyna Hodges

Accidental Instructional Designer with Cammy Bean

In this episode of Beltway Broadcast, your Metro DC Chapter of ATD hosts Cammy Bean. Cammy is the Senior Solutions Consultant for Kineo, a global organization specializing in elearning solutions. She is the author of ATD’s Accidental Instructional Designer. In this episode, Cammy shares advice for those getting started as instructional designers and discusses tips on how to take your own practice to the next level.

If you’d like to learn more about Cammy, 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, and Halyna Hodges