ATD Greater Boston upcoming events

New Member Orientation (April 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

We'd like to invite you to a 30 minute "New Member Orientation" event.

The goal of the session is to introduce our chapter and membership benefits as well as to allow you to ask questions about membership and our goals for the chapter.

It will also be a great opportunity to meet other prospective or new members.

Learning Measurement SIG Presents: Where Do We Start? A Practical Guide to Meaningful Training Metrics (April 17, 2026)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT

ATD GREATER BOSTON

LEARNING MANAGEMENT SIG PRESENTS:

Where Do We Start? A Practical Guide to Meaningful Training Metrics

with Elham Arabi

April 17, 2026

2:30 to 3:30 PM

Virtual event - link in registration email

Training evaluation often feels overwhelming. Where do you begin? Which metrics actually matter? And how do you measure them in a way that’s useful—not just reportable?

In this practical session, we’ll cut through the noise and focus on what really helps you evaluate training with rigor and confidence. You’ll learn how to move from vague intentions to clear, meaningful metrics that align with performance and business goals. We’ll walk through simple, evidence-informed approaches to selecting metrics, designing evaluation plans, and avoiding common pitfalls that lead to data without insight.

Key Takeaways:

You’ll leave with practical tools, guiding questions, and examples you can apply immediately—so evaluation feels doable, not daunting. This session is designed for learning professionals who want less theory, more clarity, and actionable next steps.

Our Guest - Elham Arabi

Dr. Elham Arabi is an award-winning global learning consultant and researcher in corporate and higher-ed with more than 15 years of experience in the US, South-East Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Elham’s career spans teaching, instructional design, and strategic advisory roles.

She has championed better design and evaluation practices in several organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and done practical research to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of learning programs that lead to learning transfer and impact. She holds a PhD in Curriculum & Instruction. Her thesis was on enhancing training design based on training evaluation to investigate the effects on training transfer.

Refund Policy

A full refund will be issued if the cancellation request is made on or before fourteen calendar days before the scheduled event.

WEBSITE PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE AUTHORIZATION

In consideration of my position as an attendee/member of the Association for Talent Development Greater Boston (ATD GB), I agree with ATD GB’s unrestricted right/permission to take, use, re-use, publish and re-publish photographic, video/audio content including, in whole or in part, all media now and hereafter known for illustration, promotion, training, exhibition, advertising in connection with ATD GB and its initiatives. I expect ATD GB to use the content professionally, but waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product/products, advertising copy or other matter that may be used in connection therewith or the use to which it may be applied. I hereby certify that I am fully competent and of full legal age and have the right to execute this release with ATD GB.

ATD Capabilities - Developing Professional Capability, Training Delivery and Facilitation, Knowledge Management, Career & Leadership Development, Evaluating Impact, Building Personal Capacity, Lifelong Learning, Performance Improvement, Change Management, Data & Analytics, Future Readiness

Networking@Noon (May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Networking@Noon

May 13, 2026

June 10, 2026

from 12:00 to 1:00 PM

Virtual event - Link in Confirmation Email

Elevate your professional network at Networking @Noon! Join us each month for facilitated networking that connects you to other professionals. Discuss job availability, job changes, what you’re working on, and anything else on your mind.

Do Your Learning Technologies Work Together — Or Against You? (May 14, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

ATD GREATER BOSTON PRESENTS:

Do Your Learning Technologies Work Together — Or Against You?

with

Matt Kurtin

May 14, 2026

12:00 to 1:00 PM

Virtual event - link in registration email

A cohesive learning technology ecosystem includes many elements: Vision, Audience and Macro Learning Needs, Governance, Delivery Methods, Procurement, Technology and Infrastructure, Evaluation, Organizational Structure, and an Implementation Plan.

This session by Innovative Learning Group's (ILG) Senior Director of Technology and Visual Design, Matt Kurtin, highlights how integrating your learning technologies can eliminate redundancies, reduce friction, and amplify impact across your organization's entire learning strategy.

Key Takeaways:

Identify the signs when your learning technologies are working against each other
Describe the key components needed to create a unified learning technology ecosystem
Determine strategies for eliminating technology silos and overlaps that waste resources

Our Guest - Matt Kurtin

Matt Kurtin is Innovative Learning Group’s senior director of technology and visual design. With nearly 30 years of experience, he has guided a wide range of organizations in developing and executing technology strategies that drive learning and performance improvement. Matt brings deep expertise in building comprehensive learning strategies that address key components such as vision, audience needs, governance, delivery methods, procurement, infrastructure, evaluation, and implementation planning.

He also provides insight into best practices for selecting, implementing, and integrating learning technologies to ensure they support strategic goals and deliver measurable results. His approach helps organizations make informed, scalable decisions that align learning systems with business priorities and learner needs.

Refund Policy

A full refund will be issued if the cancellation request is made on or before fourteen calendar days before the scheduled event.

WEBSITE PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE AUTHORIZATION

ATD Capabilities - Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, Training Delivery and Facilitation, Technology Application

ATD26 International Conference and Expo - We have discount codes! (May 17, 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

ATD26 International Conference and Expo

Los Angeles, California

May 17 - 20, 2026

We have discount codes. They will be sent in a confirmation email if you are express interest.

You don't have to be a member of National ATD to take advantage of this offer! If you've already signed up and paid for the conference, let us know and we may be able to get the difference refunded to you.

For more information about the conference, please click here.

ATD26 National Member Registration Fees

The discounted team rates depend on whether or not you are a member of National ATD. There are also options for virtual pricing as well.

Upon registering, please use our special code: CH1025 and ATD Greater Boston will receive a financial rebate which helps the chapter!

New Member Orientation (May 21, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

We'd like to invite you to a 30 minute "New Member Orientation" event.

The goal of the session is to introduce our chapter and membership benefits as well as to allow you to ask questions about membership and our goals for the chapter.

It will also be a great opportunity to meet other prospective or new members.

Networking@Noon (June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Networking@Noon

June 10, 2026

from 12:00 to 1:00 PM

Virtual event - Link in Confirmation Email

New Member Orientation (June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

We'd like to invite you to a 30 minute "New Member Orientation" event.

The goal of the session is to introduce our chapter and membership benefits as well as to allow you to ask questions about membership and our goals for the chapter.

It will also be a great opportunity to meet other prospective or new members.