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• Book Club-L&D Order Taker No More! Jess Almlie

  • Start
    Thursday, October 23, 2025
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    12:00 PM
  • End
    Thursday, January 08, 2026
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    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  L&D Order Taker No More!

  Our next book is L&D Order Taker No More! by Jess Almlie. We will begin meeting in October and conclude in January 2025, with virtual meetings held every two weeks to discuss the chapters read. Our final meeting will be with the author herself, Jess Almie!

  We will take it slow, giving everyone time to read, reflect, and engage in a focused conversation.

  Everyone is asked to BYOB (Bring Your Own Book). This book can be purchased from the ATD Bookstore. If you attend the North Dakota ATD Summit on October 8th, 2026, you will receive a copy of the book as an attendee. 

  
  

  The schedule:

  • 10/23/2025: Chapters 1,2,3 (53 pages)
  • 11/06/2025: Chapters 4,5,6 (64 pages)
  • 11/20/2025: Chapters 7,8  (60 pages)
  • 12/4/2025: Chapters 9,10 (61 pages)
  • 12/18/2025: Chapters 11,12, Conclusion (57 pages)
  • 1/8/2026: Conversation with the author

  
  

  
  

  
  

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  Jodi Stende, Organizational Learning Manager- SOLV Energy
  

  

  With extensive experience in organizational learning strategy and instructional design, Jodi is passionate about driving growth and success for her current organization and others through her involvement with North Dakota ATD. In her current role, she provides strategic and operational support for designing and implementing key training initiatives. Jodi thrives on collaborating with teams across the enterprise to identify training needs, develop effective learning programs, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. She is dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, and she consistently provides metrics to demonstrate how training solutions support organizational objectives.

   

   

  Angela Jallo, Learning & Development Specialist-Goldmark Property Management
  

  

  Angela brings over 15 years of expertise in Learning and Development, specializing in software and technology training. She excels in optimizing systems, managing enterprise-wide implementations, and administering Learning and Content Management Systems to deliver impactful training programs. Angela supports key initiatives like onboarding, sales development, e-learning, and instructor-led training, driving organizational growth.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Community of Practice (COP) TechTalk: Digital Solutions for Human Challenges

  • When
    Monday, November 03, 2025
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    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  Community of Practice (COP) TechTalk: Digital Solutions for Human Challenges

  Join ND ATD for a collaborative discussion-based TechTalk where learning and development professionals will explore how technology can help solve real workplace problems. From onboarding hurdles to engagement gaps, we’ll show each other a variety of tech tools that support talent development and HR problem-solving. This 90-minute session is designed to spark ideas, share experiences, and leave you with practical takeaways you can apply in your organization.

  ️ Agenda

  Duration: 90 minutes

  1. Welcome & Framing the Problem (10 min)
     • Brief overview of common L&D and HR challenges
  2. Tool Showcase & Discussion (60 min)
     • Participants share tech tools they’ve used or are curious about
     • Discussion prompts:
     • • What problem did this tool help solve?
       • What worked well? What didn’t?
       • Would you recommend it?
  3. Group Reflection & Idea Exchange (15 min)
     • What new tools or approaches are you excited to try?
     • How might these tools fit into your organization’s strategy?
  4. Wrap-Up & Resources (5 min)
     • Summary of tools discussed
     • Links to explore further

  COP Leader: Sara Madsen, Sr. Instructional Designer at Border States

  Sara Madsen, Sr. Instructional Designer at Border States, leads the ND ATD Tech Talk Community of Practice. Passionate about creating engaging learning experiences, Sara specializes in online courses and projects that drive strategic goals and leverage technology. Her expertise includes supporting people leaders in talent management and designing career development initiatives
  

  
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Connect and Learn (Fargo - In Person)

  • When
    Thursday, November 06, 2025
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    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Porter Creek, 1555 44th St S, Fargo, ND 58103
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  Please join us on Thursday, November 6th, 2025, from 4-6 p.m., at Porter Creek to learn and connect with other ND ATD members in Fargo/Moorhead.

  This in-person event is an informal time of learning and connecting with other ND ATD members based on topics that interest you!

  • Guests are welcome and encouraged! 

  Menu: Porter Creek Menu

  
  

  
  

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• Professional Development Session: From Learning to Action: How to Design Behavior-First Microlearning

  • When
    Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
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  From Learning to Action: How to Design Behavior-First Microlearning

  Most training stops at content delivery—but real performance change happens when knowledge is applied. In this session, Blake will guide you through creating targeted, behavior-first learning interventions that close the knowing-doing gap and deliver measurable business impact.

  What you’ll learn: -

  • Build fast, tailored, and iterative training experiences using the 7taps microlearning framework 
  • Deliver learning in the flow of work (Slack, MS Teams, SMS)—no LMS required
  • Track engagement and completion instantly 
  • Reinforce key behaviors over time with spaced nudges

  What you’ll walk away with:

  • A proven method for designing behavior-first learning 
  • Strategies for frictionless content delivery 
  • Tactics to measure and prove training ROI

  Blake Martin, Account Executive at 7taps Microlearning

   With years of experience in the learning space, Blake helps L&D and Enablement teams tackle low engagement, poor retention, and slow course creation. At 7taps, he supports organizations like Cisco and Johnson & Johnson i

  n driving real behavior change through targeted, impactful learning interventions. He’s your go-to for training that’s faster to build, easier to launch, and impossible to ignore.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Community Of Practice -Leading Change with Clarity and Confidence

  • When
    Thursday, December 04, 2025
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    7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
  • Location
    Randy’s Too, 641 32nd Ave W, West Fargo ND
  • Spaces left
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  Community Of Practice (COP) Leading Change with Clarity and Confidence

  As we conclude our journey through the art of leading change, this final session focuses on a crucial topic: the common mistakes leaders make when navigating change—and how to avoid them.

  Change leadership can be challenging, but recognizing potential pitfalls and addressing them proactively is key to success. Together, we’ll explore these challenges, share experiences, and work on practical solutions to strengthen your leadership approach.

  This is your opportunity to reflect, learn, and refine your skills to lead change effectively and confidently. Let’s close out this series with actionable insights that will empower you to inspire and guide others through even the most complex transitions.

  We look forward to seeing you there—don’t miss it!

  COP Leader: Kristi Schultz, Sr. Learning & Development Specialist at Border States

  

  As a child, Kristi Schultz, dreamed of becoming a cheerleader. When told it wasn’t a profession, she refused to let that deter her.  Instead, she has worked hard in every role she’s held, determined to embody the spirit of a cheerleader in every way possible—lifting others up, inspiring positivity, and championing those around her.    

  Kristi is a devoted and compassionate individual with an unwavering passion for empowering others to reach their personal and professional goals. She firmly believes in the boundless potential within every person and blends empathy, expertise, and dedication to help individuals unlock their greatest capabilities. 

  As a mentor, coach, and advocate, Kristi has supported countless individuals through their growth journeys, providing practical tools, personalized strategies, and motivational guidance tailored to their unique needs. Whether helping others advance in their careers or navigate personal development, Kristi creates meaningful connections that foster confidence, clarity, and lasting success. 

  In her free time, Kristi enjoys reading, volunteering, exploring innovative ways to make a difference, and cherishing moments with her grandchildren. Her life’s work reflects her heartfelt belief that helping others succeed is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling endeavors.  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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