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AI isn't just changing how work gets done — it's redefining the role talent development professionals play. This year's ATD Arizona conference brings the TD community together to explore what it means to lead through that shift, not just react to it.
We open with keynote speaker Josh Cavalier, who introduces the Human-Machine Performance Analyst (HMPA) — a new model for the TD professional that blends learning design, data analysis, business acumen, AI literacy, and ethical judgment to drive measurable workplace performance. Josh's opening keynote sets the framework for the day, and he returns to close the conference by tying the day's ideas back to a practical roadmap you can act on Monday morning.
In between, choose from 6 breakout sessions built to extend Josh's ideas into practice, from hands-on AI applications to the strategic, ethical, and human-centered skills TD professionals need to stay indispensable as roles evolve. Whatever your starting point with AI, there's a session that meets you there and moves you forward.
New this year is the Skills Marketplace, a peer-to-peer showcase where individuals demonstrate how they're actually using AI in their day-to-day work. Come see real tools, real workflows, and real results from colleagues across Arizona and leave with ideas you can put to use immediately.
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Bonus #1
Register for the conference as an Early Bird, and you'll be entered for a chance to win a complimentary full-conference pass to DevLearn in Las Vegas November 4-6 (up to a $1,945 value)!
Bonus #2
Register by October 1 and be entered for a chance to win a complimentary seat at ATD Education's Applying AI in Learning & Development Certificate course in Phoenix October 26-28 (up to a $2,745 value)!
Bonus #3
All October 29 Conference registrants will receive a 20% discount for October 7's Beyond Skills: Optimizing the Human "Being" in the Age of AI and October 30's Applying AI in L&D: A Full Day Workshop (up to a $59.00 value)!
Bonus #4
All October 29 Conference attendees will receive a copy of Josh's book Applying AI in Learning & Development (up to a $45.99 value)!
LOCATION
Desert Willow Conference Center
4340 E Cotton Center Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85040-8908
AGENDA
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8:00 - 8:30 am
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Registration and Breakfast
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8:30 - 9:00 am
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Welcome
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9:00 - 10:30 am
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From Learning to Leading: How HMPAs are Reimagining L&D with Josh Cavalier
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| 10:30 - 10:45 am |
Break |
| 10:45 - 11:45 am |
Breakout Sessions
- Dr. Tyrone Holmes - Where Are You at In Your AI Journey?
- Ryan Gottfredson - The Identity Shift: Becoming the TD Professional the Age of AI Requires
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| 11:45 - 12:45 pm |
Lunch |
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12:45 - 1:45 pm
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Breakout Sessions
- Bridgett McGowen - GPT + PPT = OMG!: Using AI to Create Presentations That Sizzle
- Serena Christianson - Updating Job Architecture but Feeling Overwhelmed? Lessons Learned from Using AI to Move from Roles to Skills
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1:45 - 2:00 pm
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Break
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| 2:00 - 3:00 pm |
Breakout Sessions
- Michael Saunderson - Beyond AI Adoption: Demonstrating Business Impact from AI Training
- Scott Knutson & Pat McNeil - The Human Advantage in the Age of AI: Using LEGO® Serious Play® and AI to Discover Hidden Organizational Friction
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3:00 - 4:00 pm
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Networking & Skills Marketplace |
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4:00 - 4:30 pm
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Closing Keynote with Josh Cavalier
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| 4:30 - 5:00 pm |
Closing Remarks & Raffle |
*agenda subject to change
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Josh Cavalier
Josh Cavalier is the founder and CEO of JoshCavalier.ai, helping L&D professionals harness AI to transform human-machine performance. With 30+ years in education technology, he makes AI practical through training, speaking, and his YouTube channel. His book, Applying AI in Learning and Development: From Platforms to Performance, provides a roadmap for integrating AI into L&D, drawing on real-world platforms, tools, workflows, and ethical considerations. He co-founded Talent Rewire (www.talentrewire.ai) and serves as the Chief Strategy Officer. Talent Rewire provides talent leaders with AI impact data on activities and on how associates should be upskilled as roles are redefined by AI.
BREAKOUT SPEAKERS
Check our standout lineup...
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Cancellation Policy
Our cancellation policy is designed to maintain the quality of our events while considering the costs associated with venue, catering, and materials. The following terms apply:
- Full refunds are available until 10/16/2026
- After this date, you may send an alternate attendee at no additional cost
- To request a cancellation or make changes, please email atdaz@atdaz.org
Alternate Attendee Substitution
Registrants may substitute another person to attend in their place at no extra cost. All substitution requests must be received via email no later than one week before the event
Refund Policy & Schedule
Where an alternate attendee substitution is not possible, the following refund schedule applies:
- Full refund available until 10/16/20256
- No refund for cancellations on or after 10/17/20256
Refund requests must be made by the attendee or credit card holder and include the attendee's name and/or transaction number. Refunds will be issued via the original payment method.
Sponsor Communications
By registering, you agree that we may share your name, email address, job title, and/or company name with registered conference sponsor(s) for event-related follow-up and communications. We do not sell your personal information.
Media Consent
Registration implies consent for ATD Arizona to capture and use photographs, video, or audio recordings of attendees during in-person or virtual chapter meetings. Captured media may be utilized for chapter promotional purposes, social media highlights or website updates.
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