2008 ASTD Workplace Learning Conference and Exposition

The Houston Chapter of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) is hosting our 2008 Annual Conference and Exposition on September 23 at the Hilton Americas in downtown Houston.

The conference features interactive sessions with industry professionals helping trainers, training managers, HR professionals, educators, and line managers to increase their knowledge in the latest workplace learning topics. Our two featured keynotes are Dr. Steven Lundin (author of the world-renowned FISH! book series) and Karen McCullough. The conference also includes an exposition where training vendors share their approaches to adding value to organizations.

Companies can participate in this industry-leading event as vendors in the exposition, or can become sponsors alongside some of the top companies in Houston.

Schedule Summary

September 23, 2008
Registration and Continental Breakfast begins at 7:00 a.m.
Welcome and Introduction begins at 8:00 a.m.
Conference ends at 4:15 p.m.
View the full schedule here.

Content Summary
The conference theme is R.O.D.E.O. – Raising Organizational Development Excellence Overall. The conference is a one-day event with many dynamic sessions. Keynotes are:

Dr. Steven Lundin – Topic: “Cats: The Nine Lives of Innovation”.
Karen McCullough – Topic: “Change is Good – You go first”.

Spend the day with a number of thought leaders and speakers who will raise your awareness and challenge your perceptions of today’s workplace. We have two keynote speakers and 12 concurrent interactive sessions.

You will learn about practical strategies and tools that can be implemented in your organization that speak to the needs of each individual employee.
We will help you build culturally competent workplace learning and talent management strategies and programs.
Our speakers will bring actionable ways in which to forge a path in your organization to maximize the value of a diverse workforce.
You will learn how to expand your own capabilities through discussion and sharing of best practices.
You will also have the chance to meet and speak with over 30 different sponsors and vendors.
This is a great opportunity for you to participate and contribute to the evolving design and practice of our profession.
You will emerge with greater insight and support to make meaningful contributions to your company or your business and the world.

Cost Summary

The registration price Includes admittance to the exposition hall, continental breakfast, lunch, workshops and conference handouts. The early discount rate is good through August 25, 2008. Register before August 25 and save $20.00 to $30.00. With the money you save you will be able to buy a best seller at the Conference ASTD Bookstore! Register here.

	Before 25-Aug-08	Before 21-Sep-08	After 21-Sep-08
Member:	$199.00	$225.00	$235.00
Non-Member:	$269.00	$269.00	$279.00
Student Member:		$80.00
Table/Team:	$150.00	$150.00	$150.00

Volunteer Opportunities

Email astd@astdhouston.org to express your interest in volunteering for the conference and

You'll have great exposure to new people in various industries
The relationships you'll build will give you great networking opportunities
Some opportunities allow you to use your presentation skills to introduce and direct others
Some opportunities allow you to work with the ASTD Houston board members behind the scenes
You don't have to miss any of the conference

Don't miss this opportunity to network, have fun and build lasting relationships with leaders in your field.

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