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ASTD Houston Chapter http://www.astdhouston.org/tresources/en/images/icons/tendenci34x15.gif http://www.astdhouston.org Copyright 2008 ASTD Houston Chapter Tendenci Association Software by Schipul - The Web Marketing Company en-us noemail@astdhouston.org Sat, 17 May 2008 11:27:41 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?126 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?126"> <span class="summary">Executive Board Meeting</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20090113T233000Z">13-Jan-09 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20090114T020000Z">13-Jan-09 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> Speaker: <br> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/add.asp"> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?126 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:50:35 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?125 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?125"> <span class="summary">Executive Board Planning Retreat</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081213T143000Z">13-Dec-08 8:30 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081213T233000Z">13-Dec-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> Speaker: <br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><div>2008 Board Members</div> <div>Kathi Crawford - President</div> <div>Alise Isbell - President-Elect</div> <div>Kent Nuttall - Past President</div> <div>Sarah Hurst - VP Membership</div> <div>Bonnie Crowder - VP Communications</div> <div>Mark Prasatik - VP Technology</div> <div>Jay Clancy - VP Marketing</div> <div>Susan Ashley - VP Finance</div> <div>Ron Chlebo - VP Professional Development</div> <div>Peggy Krohn - VP Programs</div> <div>Vicky Esse - VP Conference </div> <div>Lauren Kirby - VP Sponsor Relations</div> <div>Emmie Thomas - Chapter Administrator</div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/edit.asp"> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?125 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:48:21 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?134 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?134"> <span class="summary">Career Transitions SIG: Subject TBA</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081125T220000Z">25-Nov-08 4:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081125T233000Z">25-Nov-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> The H.E.S. S. Club, Houston, Texas 77056</span> <br/> Speaker: <br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><p>No transition is ever made without having to overcome a few obstacles on the way. They may be mountains or molehills; either way they can sap your energy and defeat your will power. Being forewarned is half of the battle. Join us for an interactive 10 point discussion on how to permanently deal with temporary setbacks. Learn how you can smooth the road that you are travelling to your New World. </p> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.astdhouston.org">The H.E.S. S. Club <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="country-name">USA</span> <span class="postal-code">77056</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?134 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 15:59:12 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?124 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?124"> <span class="summary">Executive Board Meeting</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081111T233000Z">11-Nov-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081112T020000Z">11-Nov-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> Speaker: <br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><div>2008 Board Members</div> <div>Kathi Crawford - President</div> <div>Alise Isbell - President-Elect</div> <div>Kent Nuttall - Past President</div> <div>Sarah Hurst - VP Membership</div> <div>Bonnie Crowder - VP Communications</div> <div>Mark Prasatik - VP Technology</div> <div>Jay Clancy - VP Marketing</div> <div>Susan Ashley - VP Finance</div> <div>Ron Chlebo - VP Professional Development</div> <div>Peggy Krohn - VP Programs</div> <div>Vicky Esse - VP Conference </div> <div>Lauren Kirby - VP Sponsor Relations</div> <div>Emmie Thomas - Chapter Administrator</div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/edit.asp"> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?124 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:47:14 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?128 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?128"> <span class="summary">ASTD Chapter Leader's Conference</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081030T143000Z">30-Oct-08 8:30 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081101T233000Z">1-Nov-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> Speaker: <br> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/add.asp"> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?128 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:54:57 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?133 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?133"> <span class="summary">Career Transitions SIG: Subject TBA</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081028T220000Z">28-Oct-08 4:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081028T233000Z">28-Oct-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> The H.E.S. S. Club, Houston, Texas 77056</span> <br/> Speaker: <br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><p>No transition is ever made without having to overcome a few obstacles on the way. They may be mountains or molehills; either way they can sap your energy and defeat your will power. Being forewarned is half of the battle. Join us for an interactive 10 point discussion on how to permanently deal with temporary setbacks. Learn how you can smooth the road that you are travelling to your New World. </p> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.astdhouston.org">The H.E.S. S. Club <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="country-name">USA</span> <span class="postal-code">77056</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?133 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 15:53:32 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?144 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?144"> <span class="summary">Crucial Conversations Certification Program</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081016T130000Z">16-Oct-08 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081017T220000Z">17-Oct-08 5:00 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> Location To be determined</span> <br/> Speaker: Hayden Hayden, Master Trainer<br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><div>&nbsp;</div> <div>ASTD Houston sponsors the Crucial Conversations two day Certification program.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>List price for two day certification:&nbsp; $2,000</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>ASTD special price for two day certification:&nbsp; $1,459</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>To get the special ASTD certification price you <span style="color: red">MUST CALL Tara Jones at 801-724-6342 </span>or email her at <a href="mailto:tjones@vitalsmarts.com">tjones@vitalsmarts.com</a>.&nbsp; You must tell them you want the ASTD special pricing.&nbsp; You do not have to be an ASTD member to get special pricing.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>The two-day Certification is priced separately from the&nbsp;two day Crucial Conversations class.&nbsp; </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Location To be determined </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?144 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 15:04:32 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?145 Downtown Lunch Bunch Start Date: 15-Oct-08 11:15 AM End Time: 15-Oct-08 12:30 PM Location: United Way, Houston, TX Speaker: Kathi Crawford Event Details: TOPIC: Training, Organizational Development and Human Resources at a Crossroads As Training, Organizational Development and Human Resource professionals we are at a crossroads in our role and function within the organization. This is an important time of opportunity, a time to seize the day. Many of us are involved in key initiatives in our organizations that have a significant impact on the performance and continuity of the business. And still there are many of us that are struggling to find a way to bring our voice into discussions at a time when Talent Management initiatives will make or break the company. Kathi Crawford will facilitate a discussion to: · Define what Talent Management is and is not · Provide an overview of the Talent War we are facing today and why it’s important to focus on Talent... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?145 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 01:16:13 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?123 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?123"> <span class="summary">Executive Board Meeting</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081014T223000Z">14-Oct-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081015T010000Z">14-Oct-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> Speaker: <br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><div>2008 Board Members</div> <div>Kathi Crawford - President</div> <div>Alise Isbell - President-Elect</div> <div>Kent Nuttall - Past President</div> <div>Sarah Hurst - VP Membership</div> <div>Bonnie Crowder - VP Communications</div> <div>Mark Prasatik - VP Technology</div> <div>Jay Clancy - VP Marketing</div> <div>Susan Ashley - VP Finance</div> <div>Ron Chlebo - VP Professional Development</div> <div>Peggy Krohn - VP Programs</div> <div>Vicky Esse - VP Conference </div> <div>Lauren Kirby - VP Sponsor Relations</div> <div>Emmie Thomas - Chapter Administrator</div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/edit.asp"> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?123 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:46:23 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?143 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?143"> <span class="summary">Crucial Conversations Class</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081014T130000Z">14-Oct-08 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081015T220000Z">15-Oct-08 5:00 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> To be determined</span> <br/> Speaker: Hayden Hayden, Master Trainer<br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><div>ASTD Houston Chapter sponsors the Crucial Conversation Class and Certification</div> <div>Class is two days; certification is an additional two days</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>List price for two day class $995.00</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Special ASTD price for two day class $750.00</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="color: red">To obtain special pricing you MUST CALL Tara Jones (801-724-6342 or email </span><a href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#116;&#106;&#111;&#110;&#101;&#115;&#64;&#118;&#105;&#116;&#97;&#108;&#115;&#109;&#97;&#114;&#116;&#115;&#46;&#99;&#111;&#109;">tjones@vitalsmarts.com</a>.&nbsp; Tell them you are calling for special ASTD pricing.&nbsp; You do not have to be a member to get this special pricing, but you must call for the special pricing.</div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">To be determined </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/?143 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:52:59 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/476/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/476/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20090324T210000Z">24-Mar-09 4:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20090324T223000Z">24-Mar-09 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">The HESS Club <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/476/ Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:59:59 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/475/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/475/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20090224T220000Z">24-Feb-09 4:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20090224T233000Z">24-Feb-09 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">The HESS Club <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/475/ Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:59:59 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/474/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/474/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20090127T220000Z">27-Jan-09 4:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20090127T233000Z">27-Jan-09 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">The HESS Club <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/474/ Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:59:59 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/473/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/473/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081223T220000Z">23-Dec-08 4:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081223T233000Z">23-Dec-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">The HESS Club <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/473/ Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:59:59 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/73/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/73/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081204T000000Z">3-Dec-08 6:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081204T020000Z">3-Dec-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">RAC Houston <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">1880 S. Dairy Ashford, Bldg. II, Ste. 220</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="country-name">USA</span> <span class="postal-code">77077</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/73/ Mon, 28 Jan 2008 21:29:00 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/483/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/483/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081125T233000Z">25-Nov-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081126T020000Z">25-Nov-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">The H.E.S.S. <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77056</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/483/ Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:57:26 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/72/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/72/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081106T000000Z">5-Nov-08 6:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081106T020000Z">5-Nov-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">RAC Houston <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">1880 S. Dairy Ashford, Bldg. II, Ste. 220</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="country-name">USA</span> <span class="postal-code">77077</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/72/ Mon, 28 Jan 2008 21:29:00 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/482/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/482/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081028T233000Z">28-Oct-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081029T020000Z">28-Oct-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">The H.E.S.S. <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77056</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/482/ Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:57:26 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/71/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/71/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081001T230000Z">1-Oct-08 6:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081002T010000Z">1-Oct-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">RAC Houston <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">1880 S. Dairy Ashford, Bldg. II, Ste. 220</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="country-name">USA</span> <span class="postal-code">77077</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/71/ Mon, 28 Jan 2008 20:29:00 GMT Events http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/481/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/481/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20080923T223000Z">23-Sep-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20080924T010000Z">23-Sep-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">The H.E.S.S. <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">5430 Westheimer Way</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77056</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cev/r/dt/481/ Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:57:26 GMT Articles http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?16 Untitled Document Welcome to the ASTD Houston Career Transition newsletter of upcoming events, articles, jobs and more. In March we had to sharpen our pencils and our brains while Linda Stiles introduced us to Sudoku Leadership. There are many parallels between the strategies used to complete the numbers puzzle and the strategies used by Transitioners in homing in on their most desired solution. In Sudoku, for example, every new number that... <br><br>17-Apr-08 7:00 AM ASTD Houston Career Transition Newsletter 17-Apr-08 Untitled Document Welcome to the ASTD Houston Career Transition newsletter of upcoming events, articles, jobs and more. In March we had to sharpen our pencils and our brains while Linda Stiles introduced us to Sudoku Leadership. There are many parallels between the strategies used to complete the numbers puzzle and the strategies used by Transitioners in homing in on their most desired solution. In Sudoku, for example, every new number that... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?16 noemail@astdhouston.org Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?10 Untitled Document Career Transitions Newsletter Welcome to the ASTD Houston Chapter Career Transition newsletter! Were Back After an absence of over six months while we adapted to changes in the ASTD Houston web site upgrade, the Career ... <br><br>21-Mar-08 10:00 PM ASTD Houston Career Transition Newsletter 21-Mar-08 Untitled Document Career Transitions Newsletter Welcome to the ASTD Houston Chapter Career Transition newsletter! Were Back After an absence of over six months while we adapted to changes in the ASTD Houston web site upgrade, the Career ... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?10 noemail@astdhouston.org Sat, 22 Mar 2008 03:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?7 <div><span style="font-size: 12pt">Posting a press release is a member privilege. If you are not a member, you can <a style="font-size: 12pt" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/memberships/applications/add.asp?userid=" target="_blank">join now</a>. Announcements or promotions, newspaper articles, book reviews, etc. are recommended as press releases. Content will be monitored. Only appropriate content will be approved. <br> <br> If you want to post a Press Release on the ASTD Houston Website, follow these instructions: </span></div> <ol><span style="font-size: 12pt"> <ol> <li>Go to <a style="font-size: 12pt" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/" target="_blank">www.astdhouston.org</a>. <li>Log in as a member by putting your username and password in the boxes in the left column. <li>Put your mouse over the “About Us” line on the blue box on the left. <li>Select “Press Releases” from the drop down box <li>Under the tabs that read “Releases, Articles, Calendar” there are some very small links. Click the one that says “Add.” <li>Add your Press Release. Make sure to choose “Member Accomplishments” under “Category” and write your press release in the large box. <li>Click “Submit.” <li>Item will be approved by the webmaster before it is public. </li> </ol> </span></ol> <br><br>12-Mar-08 5:00 PM How to Post a Press Release on the ASTD Houston Website <div><span style="font-size: 12pt">Posting a press release is a member privilege. If you are not a member, you can <a style="font-size: 12pt" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/en/memberships/applications/add.asp?userid=" target="_blank">join now</a>. Announcements or promotions, newspaper articles, book reviews, etc. are recommended as press releases. Content will be monitored. Only appropriate content will be approved. <br> <br> If you want to post a Press Release on the ASTD Houston Website, follow these instructions: </span></div> <ol><span style="font-size: 12pt"> <ol> <li>Go to <a style="font-size: 12pt" href="http://www.astdhouston.org/" target="_blank">www.astdhouston.org</a>. <li>Log in as a member by putting your username and password in the boxes in the left column. <li>Put your mouse over the “About Us” line on the blue box on the left. <li>Select “Press Releases” from the drop down box <li>Under the tabs that read “Releases, Articles, Calendar” there are some very small links. Click the one that says “Add.” <li>Add your Press Release. Make sure to choose “Member Accomplishments” under “Category” and write your press release in the large box. <li>Click “Submit.” <li>Item will be approved by the webmaster before it is public. </li> </ol> </span></ol> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?7 noemail@astdhouston.org Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?4 Having a Team Meeting in Second Life By: Tom Werner As you may know, Brandon Hall Research has been investigating the usefulness of virtual words as platforms for learning. To this end, our team recently had a meeting in Second Life. It was an interesting experience. Here are some thoughts. On the PLUS side: · It’s a novel environment and, thus, kind of energizing for the group, like any new setting can be. · You can arrange pleasant meeting areas in Second Life, and that seems to have a positive effect (we met outdoors in Second Life, on a nice deck area). · Once you get set up to show PowerPoint slides in Second Life, you can do it fairly well (although a Web-conferencing tool would be more practical if the object is to show PowerPoint slides). · There’s some pleasant sense of experiencing fellow meeting participants as physical representations rather than simply as voices (although how pleasant this is may vary for each individual). ... <br><br>21-Feb-08 7:00 AM Having a Team Meeting in Second Life Having a Team Meeting in Second Life By: Tom Werner As you may know, Brandon Hall Research has been investigating the usefulness of virtual words as platforms for learning. To this end, our team recently had a meeting in Second Life. It was an interesting experience. Here are some thoughts. On the PLUS side: · It’s a novel environment and, thus, kind of energizing for the group, like any new setting can be. · You can arrange pleasant meeting areas in Second Life, and that seems to have a positive effect (we met outdoors in Second Life, on a nice deck area). · Once you get set up to show PowerPoint slides in Second Life, you can do it fairly well (although a Web-conferencing tool would be more practical if the object is to show PowerPoint slides). · There’s some pleasant sense of experiencing fellow meeting participants as physical representations rather than simply as voices (although how pleasant this is may vary for each individual). ... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/art/?4 noemail@astdhouston.org Thu, 21 Feb 2008 13:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?31 &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center" align="center"><strong>The Woodlands, Texas – May 19, 2008</strong></p> <p>The Better Business Bureau Education Foundation recently honored BBB member companies that maintain a superior commitment to ethics, overall excellence, and quality in the workplace at the 2008 <strong><em>Awards for Excellence</em></strong> event held at the Intercontinental Houston Hotel. Sales Training International, a Woodlands based company since 1988 and BBB member, was recognized for the second year in a row, this year receiving the highest honor, the Pinnacle Award. </p> <p>Bob DeGroot, a South Montgomery County Woodlands Chamber of Commerce Board Member, and his wife Kemba, a Woodlands Township Board Member, co-founded the company in 1986 and have grown it into an international training and consulting firm that specializes in Web based training and coaching solutions in Sales, Sales Management and Customer Service all over the world.</p> <p>Initially called the Spirit of Texas Awards, the Awards for Excellence are modeled after the Malcolm Baldridge National Quality Award. Today, the BBB Awards for excellence continues to recognize businesses and non-profits in the Greater Houston Area for their achievements and commitment to overall excellence and quality in the workplace.</p> <p><a href="http://www.saleshelp.com/">www.saleshelp.com</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.learnsellingonline.com/">www.LearnSellingOnline.com</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.learnsalesmanagementonline.com/">www.LearnSalesManagementOnline.com</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.learncustomerserviceonline.com/">www.LearnCustomerServiceOnline.com</a></p> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?31 noemail@astdhouston.org Fri, 16 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?28 It’s May and we are already celebrating. How many of you enjoyed Cinco de Mayo? We continue to celebrate the Battle of Puebla victory for Mexico against France on May 5, 1862. As an avid cyclist, I must mention that the League of American Bicyclists is promoting Bike-to-Work week from May 12th to 16th and Bike-to-Work Day on Friday, May 16th. There are many cycling groups in Houston that will take advantage of this and ride their bike to work. And this Sunday May 11th is Mother’s Day. We end the month with Memorial Day on Monday, May 26th. To recognize the holiday that weekend, we have moved the ASTD General Meeting to Tuesday, May 20th. We hope you will join us as we celebrate our 2008 Corporate Sponsors at this General Meeting. Each of these celebrated sponsors will share a tool or best practice relevant to the Workplace Learning and Performance community. Talk about celebrations! The ASTD Houston Chapter has accomplished so much this year including the following recognition from... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?28 noemail@astdhouston.org Fri, 09 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?25 Invitation to Present at ASTD Houston’s Just Add Water Event June 24, 2008 Click here to download the form. Need Presenters for the annual ASTD Just Add Water event Presentation date June 24, 2008 – 5:30-8:00 Number of presenters needed Eight Presentation time for each speaker There will three 20 minutes sessions (10 present, 10 Q&A). Format Just Add Water format as the presentation of the evening: There will be eight presenters, each stationed at a round table. As a presenter, you will have three 20 minutes sessions to share your knowledge about a topic and to facilitate a question and answer session about your presentation and topic to three different groups of participants who have chosen your topic. At the end... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?25 noemail@astdhouston.org Tue, 06 May 2008 16:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?23 <div> <div>&nbsp;</div> Thanks so much to all of you who participated in the ASTD Houston Chapter Membership Roundup.&nbsp;Your efforts added <em>30 new members</em> to the Chapter!</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Winners of the Membership Roundup prizes are: Jeanette Rosenbalm, iPod; Sue Kinack, $50 Visa Gift Card; Amy Hart, $50 Visa Gift Card.&nbsp;Others who participated in the Roundup and their names noted in the “referred by” column of the membership registration form:&nbsp;Tina Breslin, Nannette Daugherty, Kathy Crawford, Kate Hawkins, Bonnie Crowder, Peggy Krohn and Sarah Hurst.&nbsp;Be sure to encourage those new members to become an active part of the Chapter.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Maureen Kelley of Achieve Global donated the iPOD.&nbsp; Thanks, Maureen, for your active participation in this event.&nbsp; We appreciate you and Achieve Global for all your assistance.<br> </div> <div>&nbsp;Special thanks to those of you who shared the ASTD Houston Chapter value but no membership resulted.&nbsp;Keep up the good work and we may see those memberships yet.&nbsp;Great job by all!</div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?23 noemail@astdhouston.org Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?21 &nbsp; <p>Sarah E. Hurst published in <u>Trainer’s Warehouse Book of Games</u></p> <p>Congratulations to Sarah E. Hurst, Training Manager at Stewart &amp; Stevenson whose submission, <em>Project Change Challenge,</em> was published in Pfeiffer’s 2008 <u>Trainer’s Warehouse Book of Games.</u>&nbsp;<em>Project Change Challenge</em> addresses change, stress, ethics and project deadlines in a creative team based initiative.&nbsp;<u>Trainer’s Warehouse Book of Games</u> will be available for purchase soon so check out Sarah’s exercise on page 313.</p> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?21 noemail@astdhouston.org Thu, 17 Apr 2008 13:15:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?19 ASTD Houston Chapter April 14, 2008 Dear Members, For over twelve years ASTD Houston has kept steady the price of monthly programs, professional development events, and annual membership dues. We have absorbed the increases in costs from our service providers. Your elected Board of Directors is responsible for the financial health of ASTD Houston. Our goal is to remain fiscally sound while offering members the highest quality programming for our general meetings and professional development events, networking opportunities, a content-rich website and services such as the annual conference, Career Center and Consultant Referral Directory. To accomplish these goals, we have increased our General Meeting Pricing and Annual Membership Dues. General Meetings Some of our events, such as regional Lunch Bunch gatherings and Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are free, or offered at a minimal charge to our members. For the General Meetings we have established a pricing structure that... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?19 noemail@astdhouston.org Mon, 14 Apr 2008 17:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?16 ASTD Houston is the fifth largest ASTD Chapter in the nation. One way we continue to grow and provide more benefits to our members is through the support of our In Kind and Corporate Sponsors. In Kind Sponsors are companies who donate products and/or services to the Chapter. Corporate Sponsors make a financial contribution to the Chapter in return for Corporate Sponsor Program benefits. During 2007 the contributions made by our In Kind and Corporate Sponsors helped us accomplish the following: · Increase networking and best practice sharing through offering regional programming · Expand professional development offerings such as programs delivered by internationally renowned Thiagi and Dr. John Elliott, local certificate programs through our relationship with the University of Houston and RiceUniversity, and a Certified Professional Learning & Performance (CPLP) Study Group · Improve technology by launching a new website portal · Increase opportunities to volunteer... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?16 noemail@astdhouston.org Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?14 Syed Zafar has assumed the position of the President for SIETAR (Society for Intercultural Education Training and Research) Houston chapter. SIETAR has been in Houston for a long time. <br> <br> This group meets every 3rd Saturday morning for a stimulating program related to cross-cultural communication. More info can be found at&nbsp; <a href="http://www.sietarhouston.org/">http://www.sietarhouston.org/</a> .&nbsp; http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?14 noemail@astdhouston.org Tue, 01 Apr 2008 01:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?13 <div>The "Learner Bill of Rights" as the original title indicates, outlines several key factors learners should expect when they attend training sessions.&nbsp; The article will appear in the April 25, 2008 edition of the Houston Business Journal (Special Executive Education Section), but may not have the same title.&nbsp;<br> </div> <div>Jay, Bonnie and Alise encourage other ASTD members to publish articles about their areas of expertise.&nbsp; It's a great way to gain recognition for your organization and set apart ASTD as a professional standard of excellence.&nbsp; Look for the article soon!</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?13 noemail@astdhouston.org Thu, 27 Mar 2008 15:00:00 GMT Release http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?11 <div> <div align="center"><span style="font-size: 12pt"><img style="width: 464px; height: 275px" height="275" alt="" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/482/BonOnTV003.jpg" width="464" border="0" /></span></div> </div> <div><span style="font-size: 12pt">&nbsp;</span></div> <div><span style="font-size: 12pt">On Tuesday, February 19, 2008, Bonnie Crowder was an invited guest on Great Day Houston, a talk show on KHOU Channel 11. She was on a panel of women with intersting and unusual jobs. You can see the two video clips here:</span></div> <div><font size="3"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial"><a title="http://www.khou.com/greatday/video.html?nvid=219622" href="http://www.khou.com/greatday/video.html?nvid=219622"><br> <span style="font-size: 12pt">http://www.khou.com/greatday/video.html?nvid=219622</span></a></span></font></div> <div><font size="3"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial"><a title="http://www.khou.com/greatday/video.html?nvid=219625" href="http://www.khou.com/greatday/video.html?nvid=219625"><span style="font-size: 12pt">http://www.khou.com/greatday/video.html?nvid=219625</span></a></span> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-size: 12pt">Bonnie is the VP of Communications with ASTD Houston and is a Global Instructional Consultant with Halliburton.</span></div> </font></div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/rel/?11 noemail@astdhouston.org Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:00:00 GMT Jobs http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?48 Title: Training and Organizational Development Manager Description: Training and Organizational Development Manager (Industrial) April 23, 2008 Houston, Texas Send job to a friend Company Overview: Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction. Austin is owned entirely by its employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We invite you to search the job opportunities within each of our companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial, and Austin Industrial, to learn more about us and the benefits we provide, and to submit your resume when you decide to join a company where you are an owner and where your performance defines our competitive advantage. Description: ... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?48 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:00:00 GMT Jobs http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?47 Title: Instructional Design Lead Description: Fluor Corporation is one of the worlds largest, publicly owned engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance services companies. Our primary mission is to develop, execute, and maintain capital projects on schedule, within budget, and with operational excellence. The individual and collective expertise of our international work force of more than 40,000 employees enables us to excel in providing complex solutions to our clients’ needs in a cost effective and timely manner. Fluor’s Learning & Development function plays a vital role in the development and retention of the talent needed to accomplish our mission. We work closely with management at all levels to ensure we continuously identify and develop the technical and leadership talent required to sustain and grow our business. We are currently expanding our Learning & Development function to provide a centralized, shared course design capability to subject matter experts... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?47 Thu, 03 Apr 2008 19:00:00 GMT Jobs http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?46 Title: Training and Development Advisor Description: The Training & Development Advisor provides training and development expertise to support 320 employees. This includes coordinating training programs conducted at the ASC office as well as offsite locations; researching and recommending new training programs based on needs assessments; and working with replacement tables and succession planning. Training programs include programs for employees, supervisors, and managers. Aramco Services Company has a competitive benefits package including medical and dental plans, defined benefit retirement plan, 401(k) with 9% matching, and a 9/80 work schedule with alternating Fridays off. Required Experience: Education, training, experience: Bachelors degree in HR, personnel management, adult education, or related area 10 years experience in training and development Education Required: Bachelors degree Planned Duration... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?46 Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:00:00 GMT Jobs http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?45 Title: Project Manager Description: Obsidian Technical Communications is looking for a qualified, experienced Project Manager to join the local Houston office. Project Manager’s Primary Objectives: Ensure the smooth execution and successful delivery of services and deliverables to clients and fostering long-term relationships with them. Areas of Responsibility Clients and projects management Contractor management Creative contractor management Recruiting Sales Internal Initiatives Personal Development Ÿ Manage project to meet deliverables and timelines as set out in the Statement of Work Ÿ Build and maintain relationship with Contractors Ÿ Review deliverables Ÿ Provide strategic guidance and tactical direction to Contractors Ÿ Identify roadblocks and issues and resolve Ÿ Provide project orientation and support Ÿ Write Statement of Work and manage contracts, Resolve issues, Manage timeline Ÿ Coordinate between... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/j/?45 Wed, 26 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT Resumes http://www.astdhouston.org/en/res/?11 Desired Position Title: Training Specialist Experience: Trained Professional with high level of professionalism, proven skills and expertise in providing highest quality training delivery. Able to lead and manage multiple priorities with ease while managing key projects and initiatives. Facilitator in developing leadership skills as a consultant with organizations that provides adult learning consulting services internally to their client base. Outstanding communication skills, interfaced at all levels with internal and external customers and leaders. Trained 10 facilitators and 50 executives in team building strategies, create team synergy, and trust relationships between group members Conducted communication workshops for groups as large as 100 students and managers Facilitated day-long team building workshop for group of 20 engineers with ExxonMobil Facilitated more than 70 workshops for companies including but not limited to Dell, British Petroleum,... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/res/?11 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 22:00:00 GMT Resumes http://www.astdhouston.org/en/res/?9 Desired Position Title: Corporate or Industrial Trainer Experience: <div><span style="font-family: Times New Roman"><span style="font-family: Arial"><span style="font-family: ">Extensive experience in corporate training and customer service. Effective communicator with superior oral and written skills. A demonstrated ability to influence indivduals in a training environment, leading to behavioral change and a bottom line impact on company profitability.</span> </span></span></div> Skills: <div style="margin-left: 117pt; text-indent: -117pt; text-align: justify; tab-stops: 117.0pt 130.5pt 301.5pt 315.0pt 409.5pt 423.0pt"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial">Platform presentation</span> <div>Training</div> <div>Coaching</div> <div>Interpersonal communication</div> <div>Facilitating</div> <div>Mentoring</div> <div>Customer Servicing</div> <div>Knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p> Education: B.A., Speech Communication and Theater Arts Location: Houston, TX Willing to Relocate: False Contact Info: Lou Sparks 2402 Eaglerock Dr. Houston TX 77080 US voice: (713) 984-8366 <br/> <div class="vcard"> <span class="fn">Lou Sparks</span><br/> <span class="email">sparks_lou@yahoo.com</span> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2402 Eaglerock Dr.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="country-name">US</span> <span class="postal-code">77080</span> </div> <span class="tel">(713) 984-8366</span> </div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/res/?9 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:00:00 GMT Resumes http://www.astdhouston.org/en/res/?7 Desired Position Title: Learning &#0038; Development Manager Experience: Ann Howard 8619 Aldeburgh Court, Spring, Texas 77379 Telephone: 321.917.3632 EMAIL: ahoward006@comcast.net ~ LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL ~ Motivated professional with more than twenty years of successful leadership and progressive career movement utilizing analytical, design, collaborative, implementation and management skills to reach, or exceed the desired goals. A natural leader whose competence and strength inspires confidence and respect in others and leadership skills enables in analyzing problems logically and objectively, weighing the pros and cons of an issue, and then make efficient, sensible, and often tough decisions. A talented strategic planner, capable of both seeing the big picture and anticipating how current actions may affect future decisions. Objective: Bringing more than twenty years of successful experience and progressive career growth in diverse areas, i.e.... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/res/?7 Thu, 08 Nov 2007 15:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?115 <div>About the Founder &amp; President of Hilton Resource Group, (HRG)</div> <div><span class="text1">Lisa Hilton is the founder and president of The Hilton Resource Group (HRG), a <br> leadership and talent development training and consulting firm.</span> <p><span class="text1">Hilton founded HRG in 1991 to provide organizations with "real world” training solutions. HRG specializes in professional development programs, products, and services, which develop leadership, improve communications, and create a work environment conducive to continuous learning, innovation, excellence, and performance.</span></p> <p><span class="text1">Prior to operating HRG, Ms. Hilton served as director of training and development for the University of Houston. She has over 15 years experience in Training, Organizational Development, Performance Management, and Employee Relations. </span></p> <p><span class="text1">Her credentials include: a B.A. in Communications from the University of Houston, certification in Accelerated Learning, Adult Learning Theory, Employee Relations Law, Franklin Covey Facilitation, and certification as an Employee Assistance Professional (EAP).</span></p> <p><span class="text1">Hilton has been featured on Houston radio for her contributions in the areas of Life Balance, and Chemical Dependency.</span></p> <p><span class="text1">Ms. Hilton is an author in progress in the area of Motivation, Leadership, Communications, and Human Behavior. She is a national speaker and conducts professional development seminars for corporations worldwide.</span></p> <p><span class="text1">HRG clients include Fortune 1000 companies in the Oil &amp; Gas industry, Education, City Government, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Retail. </span></p> <p><span class="text1">Lisa lives in Houston Texas, and has lived in Austin Texas and in London England where she practiced the art of Pantomime.</span></p> <p><span class="text1">Hilton Resource Group is in alliance with Electrolab Training Systems based in Ontario Canada.</span></p> </div> <br /><div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.hiltonresource.com">Lisa Hilton</a><br /> <span class="email">hiltonresource@sbcglobal.net</span> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">1818 Marshall Street</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77098</span> </div> <span class="tel">(713) 522-6648</span> </div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?115 Sat, 05 Apr 2008 21:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?107 Talking Points Balanced Brain Creativity (72 sec.) Creative Collaboration as Music Jamming (66 sec.) Kenan Doyle Branam is a Media Consultant, Producer, and Trainer presenting seminars, publishing articles, and designing Web sites about the shifting paradigms of the Information Age. Kenan began presenting seminars and facilitating groups at the Gestalt Institute of Houston in the 70s. Since then, he has integrated his life-long media production experience in broadcast television, advertising, corporate communications, and now, Web design and development, training media communication professionals (Media Presentations). Because of his affinity for media, he continues studies in cognitive psychology, user experience design, information theory, systems theory, and future studies. For more about presentation topics, visit... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?107 Sat, 02 Feb 2008 15:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?98 Specialties Coaching and Facilitating Business People and Teams --Design & Facilitation (of Meetings, Retreats, Conflict Resolution, Strategic Planning, etc) --Entrepreneurial Business Development --Leadership --Managing Your Career Like a Business --Spanish Speaking Products & Services --Success-GroupsTM – Facilitated Peer-Coaching Teams --Executive, Business and Career Success Coaching --Facilitation of Meetings (of Meetings, Retreats, Conflict Resolution, Strategic Planning, etc) --Training and Consulting (in Diversity, Coaching and Facilitation Skills, Leadership Development, Team Building) --Public Speaking and Keynotes (ask for a Topics List) --The Birkman Method (Individual and Team Assessment Tool) --Entrepreneurial Business Development Coaching Competitive Advantage Our Mission – We create a world free to play by coaching and facilitating leaders to realize their true source of wealth. We Leverage Emotional and Spiritual Values and Tools to Build the... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?98 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?94 <br> An organization's investment in its employees via learning and developmental opportunities is critical not only to maintain overall organizational competitiveness, but also to foster high levels of employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.<br> <br> Do you know where you organization stands in terms of key cost, productivity, cycle time, and quality metrics?<br> <br> Participate in APQC's fully-funded research on "Developing and Counseling employees (including training)" online at www.apqc.org/hcm/dc and receive a complimentary benchmarking participant report showing how your organization compares to the database. You can easily review the list of questions and metrics online prior to taking the survey. For questions about this research, please contact Laura Read at lread@apqc.org; 713-685-4712. <br> <br /><div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.apqc.org">Rachele Williams</a><br /> <span class="email">rwilliams@apqc.org</span> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">123 North Post Oak Lane</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="postal-code">77018</span> </div> <span class="tel">(713) 685-4697</span> </div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?94 Wed, 02 Jan 2008 20:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?92 Web Based Training Web-based instruction has been demonstrated to provide results equal to instructor led training when the design meets the critical requirements of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) e-Learning Certification Standards. We are one of six companies with full library certification for our courses. 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Needs Analysis... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?92 Fri, 14 Dec 2007 18:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?89 &nbsp; <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Arial;">Since 1990, Dallas-based MLink Technologies has completed more than 2000 custom eLearning projects in virtually every industry.&nbsp; MLink designs creative eLearning, sales / product&nbsp;training, e-support portals, online interactive user guides, virtual simulations, software simulations, LMS integration and mobile training applications. To complement our rich multimedia deliverables, we create blended programs that include instructor-led training, online help and job aids.&nbsp; Our&nbsp;client-specific, online solutions have received national &amp; international&nbsp;awards and superior client satisfaction ratings.&nbsp; Clients include Alcon Laboratories, Baker Hughes, Brinker International, EDS, EGL,&nbsp;FedEx Kinko’s, FlightSafety, La Quinta, Lennox Industries, Michaels, Nokia and others.</span></p> <br /><div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.mlinktech.com">Regan Smith</a><br /> <span class="email">rsmith@mlinktech.com</span> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">550 Edmonds, Suite 204</div> <span class="locality">Lewisville</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="postal-code">75067</span> </div> <span class="tel">(972) 436-0778</span> </div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?89 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 21:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?81 Christine Donovan works with organizations to address today’s business challenges through effective training and teambuilding, instructional design, and employee communication programs. We help our clients succeed through: · Dynamic workshops and seminars in interpersonal skills, leadership, teambuilding, customer service, business etiquette, and other current topics; · Customized instructional design, specializing in new employee orientations, supervisory development and customer service practices; · Expert facilitation for departmental retreats, strategic planning conferences, mastermind groups, creative brainstorming sessions, and other meetings; · Expert consulting, writing and editing of employee communications media and campaigns; We are certified in: · Myers-Briggs Type Indicator · Achieve Global Training · Development Dimensions International (DDI) · Covey’s Principle-Centered Leadership · Qualified mediator in the state of Texas ... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?81 Tue, 23 Oct 2007 21:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?25 Communication and Training Services - Writing - Speaking - Behavior Products & Services: Sample Courses - Communication Management and Effectiveness - Grammar Refresher for Adults - Editing and Proofreading - Time Management - Business Writing - Business Skills - More Productive Meetings - Managing the Strategic Planning Process - Interpersonal Skills - Business Etiquette - Group Decision-Making Speaking Topics/Lunch & Learns - Sustaining Evolutionary Performance - Create a quality business image - Make communication invisible - Leverage professional organizations - Use customer service when youre the customer - Plan effective communication - Network effectively - Refresh your communication skills - Notice six signs your company has communication problems - Make your company a learning organization - Manage emotions in the workplace - key strategies for managers - Communicate effectively (for educators) - Improve... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?25 Tue, 09 Oct 2007 19:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?70 Summary Management Training and Development; Organizational Development; Process Analysis and Problem Solving Skills Training; Improvement Programs Development and Implementation; Teambuilding; Train-the-Trainer; Developing Internal Consultants; and Corporate Culture Change. Sustainable performance improvements to business operations in international and multi-cultural groups. Products: course work and consulting for management and leadership development, teambuilding, problem-solving, process analysis and performance improvement. Skills transfer to leaders and facilitators in client companies; sustainable improvements through knowledge transfer to client. Applicable in multiple industries; ideal for a changing or growing company seeking a strong culture and/or a consistent approach to business performance. Peggy Granger peggygranger@comcast.net 13815 Aspen Cove Houston, TX 77077 (281) 531-7807 http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?70 Mon, 20 Aug 2007 16:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?61 As an independent consulting firm to Fortune 100 companies and entrepreneurs, Jill Hickman Companies specializes in talent management solutions providing: Selection and Succession Planning Assessments Blended-Learning Curriculum for Leadership and Supervisory Development Management/Leadership Coaching Utilizing a core set of assessment tools, Jill determines organizational effectiveness, offers specific treatment plans targeted to achieve maximum results, and provides opportunities for performance improvement with the design and delivery of blended-learning training programs in leadership and supervisory development. In addition to the custom designs available, leadership, service, and sales training programs are available for immediate delivery in both facilitated and online formats. In addition, Jill teaches organizations to implement an aggressive approach to hiring with targeted recruitment and selection assessments. The result: managers... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/dir/?61 Tue, 14 Aug 2007 02:00:00 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?385 <div align="center"><br> <br> <br> <br> <img height="80" alt="" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/7/2008ConfBanner.gif" width="300" /></div> <br> <div align="center"><span style="font-size: 14pt"><br> <br> <br> <br> Hilton Americas<br> September 23, 2008<br> Check here for details May 2008</span><br> </div> <br> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?385 Tue, 13 May 2008 15:21:26 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?358 Board Roles and Responsibilities Kathi Crawford, SPHR, 2008 ASTD Houston Chapter President, and Principal for execTalent Strategies & Solutions, has coached, motivated and supported utives and professionals to build leadership capability, identify career development opportunities and transform careers. Kathi has facilitated leadership development programs to hundreds of managers in multiple organizations. Kathi has over fourteen years of experience as a Human Resources executive bringing outstanding leadership experience in the staffing, business services and consulting industries. She has a demonstrated ability to lead and build a team that fosters trust, teamwork, communication and results. Kathi holds a B.B.A. in Economics from Kent State University, an M.S. in Human Resource Management from Houston Baptist University and holds a Senior Professional Human Resources designation from the Human Resources Certification... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?358 Tue, 13 May 2008 13:57:24 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?1 Current Members click here to learn about logging in or click here to learn about posting a Press Release about yourself! Speaking Proposal for the ASTD Houston Conference Sept. 23 Speaking Proposal for Just Add Water Event June 24 ANCHORS AWEIGH!! Launch of the 2008 SS ASTD Houston Sponsors Appreciation Night Save the date: Tuesday, May 20 Therell be an evening of networking and celebrating our Sponsors. More information to come about this Launch Bunch Evening Event! Learn more here! Winners for the Membership Roundup have been announced! Click here to see the winners! ... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?1 Sun, 11 May 2008 03:28:45 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?646 Current Members click here to learn about logging in or click here to learn about posting a Press Release about yourself! Learning & Networking in ASTD Houston ASTD Membership Roundup Contest - Extended! February 26 – March 24 April 21 Prizes include an iPod and a $50 VISA gift card Refer a member who pays for a new or renewing membership and your names goes into a cowboy hat for the drawing. Each paying member you refer earns you another chance! Spread the word and the value of ASTD. Some of the values of membership are: Members enjoy discounts on professional development seminars, general meetings, the conference, books and other resources. Members have access to 450 other members to help with solutions to real world training issues. Members have exclusive access to members-only... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?646 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:02:39 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?382 <div align="right"> <div align="center"> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="color: #0070ff;"><span style="color: #000000;">Going crazy trying to keep up in your field of interest?<br> <br> <br> </span></span></strong></span></div> <img longdesc="" alt="" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/7/1558_dv_photo.jpg" align="right" border="" height="146" width="219" /> <div align="left">You may want to check out an ASTD Houston Special Interest Group.&nbsp; We call them SIGs and we have them professional areas of focus such as: <br> <br> &nbsp;- <a href="http://astdhouston.org/elearning/">E-learning</a><br> <br> &nbsp;- <a href="http://astdhouston.org/coaching/">Coaching</a><br> <br> &nbsp;- <a href="http://astdhouston.org/career/">Career Transition</a><br> <br> &nbsp;- Consulting<br> <br> If you don't see one that fits your interests, then contact us and we'll help you start one.<br> <br> </div> <div align="left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Join a&nbsp; <a href="../../../../en/users/editgroups.asp">group</a><br> <br> View and register for <a href="http://astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/monthly.asp">SIG events</a></span></strong><a href="http://astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/monthly.asp"><strong></strong></a></span><a href="http://astdhouston.org/en/calendarevents/monthly.asp"><strong></strong></a><strong></strong><br> <br> <br> </div> <br> <div align="left"><img alt="" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/7/1355_dv_photo.jpg" height="144" width="216" /><br> </div> <br> <br> <div align="left"><a href="../../../../en/cev/mon/?cecalendareventtypeid=5"><strong></strong></a></div> <br> &nbsp;<br> </div> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?382 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 01:34:26 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?172 <strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Welcome to the ASTD Houston Career Transition SIG Group.<img alt="Career Transition SIG" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/7/new_1437_dv_photo.jpg" align="right" height="240" width="360" /></span></strong><strong><br> <br> Are you considering a new career?&nbsp; <br> <br> Face facts, everyone will change career directions from time to time.&nbsp; Sometimes those changes are voluntary and sometimes they're not.&nbsp; <br> <br> The career transition group provides solid information and support from career transition professionals.&nbsp; You'll have access to an effective network of resources to help you accomplish your career goals.</strong><strong><br> <br> </strong><br> Join the <strong><a href="../../../../en/users/editgroups.asp">group</a><br> <br> </strong><br> View and register for <strong><a href="http://astdhouston.org/en/cev/mon/?cecalendareventtypeid=12">Career Transition SIG events</a></strong><strong><br> <br> </strong><br> Join the discussion at the&nbsp;<strong> <a href="http://astdhouston.org/en/forums/messages/view.asp?forumid=14">Career Transition SIG forum</a><br> <br> <br> Checkout our <a href="http://astdhouston.org/en/articles/search.asp?category=Newsletter&amp;subcategory=Career+Transitions">career transition newsletters!</a><br> <br> <br> <br> <br> </strong> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?172 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 01:32:02 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?616 Welcome to the 2008 ASTD Houston Membership Drive! This years theme is ASTD Membership Roundup in honor of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. In addition to the values listed below for being a member, as a member you can participate in the ASTD Membership Roundup Contest! There are several chances to win prizes. Here’s how the contest works: Each time someone puts your name as a referral on their membership application form, your name goes into the hat for the drawing. Contest ends midnight Monday, March 24th. Member with the most referrals wins a prize (prizes include an iPod* and a $50 Visa gift card). Additional winner’s names will be drawn from the hat at the March 25th General Meeting. You must be present at the March 25th General Meeting, Do Happy Cows Give Better Milk? to win. Decision of the ASTD Chapter... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?616 Fri, 14 Mar 2008 18:10:36 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?54 Upload images and banners.txt file to this page. <br> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?54 Thu, 13 Mar 2008 16:06:19 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?350 ASTD Houston Chapter Volunteer Opportunities Graphics Designer needed. Click here for more information. ASTD National Volunteer Opportunity International Conference & Expo San Diego, CA June 1 - 4, 2008 I am very excited about being this years Volunteer Coordinator and I am looking for 300 volunteers. If you have ever volunteered at ICE, you know that it is a great way to network, meet people from all over the world and to save some money. The volunteer website is open for registration at www.volunteerforice2008.org. If you have any questions about volunteering please visit the website and/or you can email me directly at volunteerforice2008@astdsandiego.org. Thank you and hope to see everyone in San Diego. Barbara Bartley 2008 ICE Volunteer Coordinator ASTD San Diego Why volunteer at ASTD Houston Chapter? Here’s what our members say… I enjoy it and want to be more involved. I find it’s really fun to work with members. ... http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?350 Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:46:04 GMT Content Managers http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?593 ASTD Houston is in need of graphics design volunteers for the following projects: <ul> <li>Trifold ASTD Houston brochure <li>2008 ASTD Houston Conference postcard mailout <li>2008 ASTD Houston Conference logo creation </li> </ul> <p>If you are interested in any of these projects, please contact Bonnie Crowder or Jay Clancy at <a href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#97;&#115;&#116;&#100;&#64;&#116;&#104;&#101;&#97;&#115;&#115;&#111;&#99;&#105;&#97;&#116;&#105;&#111;&#110;&#110;&#101;&#116;&#119;&#111;&#114;&#107;&#46;&#99;&#111;&#109;">astd@theassociationnetwork.com</a>. </p> http://www.astdhouston.org/en/cms/?593 Thu, 13 Mar 2008 13:21:22 GMT Survey http://www.astdhouston.org/en/sur/?1 Objectives: <p>Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diem nonummynibh euismod tincidunt ut lacreet dolore magna aliguam erat volutpat. 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