Association for Talent Development International Convention and EXPO 2027
Association for Talent Development International Convention and EXPO 2027 takes place on 17–19 May 2027 at Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC), Boston. It is organised by Association for Talent Development, and B2DB lists 9 speakers and 36 sessions announced so far.
The ATD International Conference & EXPO is an annual event for talent development and learning professionals, organised by the Association for Talent Development (ATD). The 2027 edition (ATD27) takes place in Boston, Massachusetts, and offers conference sessions, keynote speakers, preconference learning, an EXPO, networking and a virtual option.
Key facts
| Dates | 17–19 May 2027 (upcoming) |
|---|---|
| Venue | Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC), Boston, United States of America |
| Organiser | Association for Talent Development |
| Series | ATD International Conference & EXPO |
| Speakers | 9 |
| Sessions | 36 |
| Stages | Preconference Learning, Keynote |
| Sponsors | 6 |
| Official site | atdconference.td.org/program |
Keynote speakers
- Jade Simmons CEO, Jade Media Global
- Mel Robbins Creator and Host, The Mel Robbins Podcast
- Patrick Lencioni Founder, The Table Group
Speakers (9)
Compiled from the published agenda; speakers can claim and verify their own entry.
- Jade Simmons CEO, Jade Media Global
- Mel Robbins Creator and Host, The Mel Robbins Podcast
- Patrick Lencioni Founder, The Table Group
- Darryl Wyles Senior Facilitator, Association for Talent Development
- Elaine Biech
- Josh Cavalier Founder, JoshCavalier.ai
- Erica Nelson
- Ethan Sanders Founder and CEO, Sundial Learning Systems
- Mimi Banta
Agenda (36 sessions)
Day 1 — Monday 19 April 2027
- ATD Master Trainer® Program 08:30 · Preconference Learning — Darryl Wyles
Day 2 — Monday 3 May 2027
- E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate 09:00–12:30 · Preconference Learning
Day 3 — Tuesday 4 May 2027
- Developing Business Acumen in L&D Workshop 09:00–12:30 · Preconference Learning
- Change Management Certificate 09:00–12:30 · Preconference Learning
- Needs Assessment Certificate 09:00–12:30 · Preconference Learning
- Articulate Storyline Certificate 13:30–17:00 · Preconference Learning
Day 4 — Monday 10 May 2027
- Articulate Rise Certificate 09:30–12:30 · Preconference Learning
- Creating a Skills-First Strategy for Your Organization Workshop 13:30–17:00 · Preconference Learning — Elaine Biech
Day 5 — Wednesday 12 May 2027
- ATD Master Instructional Designer® Program 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning — Darryl Wyles
- ATD Master AI Learning Architect™ Program 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning — Josh Cavalier
Day 6 — Thursday 13 May 2027
- Applying AI in Learning & Development Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning — Josh Cavalier
- Coaching Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning — Erica Nelson
- Training & Facilitation Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Evaluating Learning Impact Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Strategic Leadership for Talent Development Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Leading Talent Development Teams Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Instructional Design Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
Day 7 — Friday 14 May 2027
- Adult Learning Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning — Ethan Sanders
- Consulting Skills Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning — Mimi Banta
- Creating Leadership Development Programs Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning — Elaine Biech
- Human Performance Improvement Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Measuring Return on Investment Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- New Employee Onboarding Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Project Management Certificate 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
Day 8 — Saturday 15 May 2027
- Using AI Assistants to Power Productivity Workshop 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- AI for Instructional Design Workshop 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Designing Scenarios and Roleplays with AI Workshop 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
- Designing and Building AI Agents Workshop 08:30–16:30 · Preconference Learning
Day 9 — Sunday 16 May 2027
- Sunday Keynote: Jade Simmons Keynote — Jade Simmons
Day 10 — Monday 17 May 2027
- Monday Keynote: Mel Robbins Keynote — Mel Robbins
Day 11 — Tuesday 18 May 2027
- Tuesday Keynote: Patrick Lencioni Keynote — Patrick Lencioni
Day 12 — Wednesday 19 May 2027
- Wednesday Keynote: Mick Ebeling Keynote
Date not listed
- Microlearning Certificate 09:00–12:30 · Preconference Learning
- AI-Assisted Storyboarding Preconference Learning
- Quality Assurance for AI-Generated Learning Content Workshop Preconference Learning
- Working With Articulate Storyline AI Assistant Workshop Preconference Learning
Organisers, sponsors and partners
Organiser (1)
Association for Talent Development
Sponsors (6)
Coursera · iSpring Solutions, Inc. · 360Learning · Schoox · Absorb · Axonify
Exhibitors (107)
Evolve Solutions Group · The Bob Pike Group · SmartWinnr · Trainers Warehouse · Acorn PLMS · LemonadeLXP · Center for Leadership Studies · Your360 AI · NovoEd · BrightCarbon · Acumen Learning · Extended DISC powered by FinxS · Traliant · Berrett-Koehler Publishers · Synthesia · Mobile Coach · Genially · Administrate · OverDrive, Inc. · Amatrol · SweetRush · KMS Lighthouse · Leader Within · developUs Worldwide · ScreenPal · Central Michigan University - Innovation and Online · Creatium · Abilitie · Skillsoft · Kryterion Inc. · HRD Press · 7 taps Microlearning · Training Magazine and Conferences · Learning Pool · Lone Rock Leadership · Sales Gravy · Peerceptiv · Camtasia · dominKnow, Inc. · National University · Advantexe Learning Solutions · American College of Education · Discover Healing · American Public University System · D2L · Brain Aware Training · Training Orchestra · Coursera · Talogy · Kevin Eikenberry Group, The · RSVP Design · Instructure · Kahoot! · TorranceLearning · Atmanco · SkyPrep LMS · OpenSesame · GO1 · Intellezy · Hogan Assessments · Call Simulator · Sewa Beats · Clarity Consultants · Virtual Sapiens · Metalog Training Tools USA · MapleLMS · Cinecraft Productions · Thrive Learning · Moodle · Mango Languages · 360Learning · Trainery One LLC · Intrepid by VitalSource · Tyfoom · Bites Learning Ltd · Blanchard · LearnUpon · Educate 360 · Practex House of Simulations · WOOFLASH · Vujade.ai · Schoox · OwlHub · Kahuna · TalentSmartEQ (Emotional Intelligence) · MARCOM Group LTD. · Roham International · Sealworks Interactive Studios · International Coaching Federation · Crucial Learning · Personify Leadership · eGain Communications · Friday Night at the ER · SkillGym · Whatfix · DigitalChalk · LEADx EQ · Wake Learning · Pinnacle Performance Company · Mindsmith · Idea Translations - E-Learning Solutions · Litmos · The Box Experience · Silega · Absorb · Axonify · Cognota
Source: the published agenda. See how B2DB compiles its records.