About Us

The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is the world’s largest association dedicated to those who develop talent in organizations. Our Northeastern Wisconsin chapter provides local talent development professionals with hometown opportunities to gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to help them achieve their full potential.

• Positive and supportive networking opportunities
• Leading edge information on workplace learning, training and development
• Access to over 55,000 Training and Development Professionals Worldwide through the National ATD Chapter.

Vision Statement

NEW ATD is committed to the development of individuals and organizations enhancing workplace learning and performance.

Mission Statement

Empowering Learning Professionals to Unleash Talent that Drives Performance. 

Core Values

NEW ATD is committed to serving our members by:

• conducting ourselves with honesty and integrity
• holding ourselves accountable
• creating mutually beneficial relationships
• establishing community resources
• linking people, learning and performance

N.E.W. ATD Board 2024

• Chris Winiecki: President
• Sarah Nanna: Past President
• Vacant: President Elect
• Jesse Lockstein: Vice President of Programming
• Megan Rasmussen:  Vice President of Finance 
• Kathy Hartung-Kramer: Vice President of Communications
• Samantha Waldschmidt: Vice President of Technology
• Amy Babik: Vice President of Administration
• Chris Winiecki: President Elect
• Sherri Valitchka: Vice President of Marketing
• Kristin Bock: Vice President of Membership 
• Kristy Moede: Signature Event Coordinator
  

We need Volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact President.