Northwest ASTD Leadership Conference (NWALC)
May 18 - 19, 2006

Overview

For the first time, Northwest chapters of ASTD will convene a regional chapter leadership conference modeled after the National ASTD Leadership Conference. With no other even like it in the area, the NWALC provides the only opportunity centered around ASTD chapter leadership and management led by chapter leaders from around the country. Current and future ASTD chapter leaders are invited to network with each other, share what they know about chapter management and gain insights that can help them in their roles as leaders.

Audience

The Cascadia Chapter is hosting, sponsoring and managing this year's event. In addition to regional ASTD chapter leaders, the Cascadia Chapter will also be extending invitations to the leadership of affiliated organizations as well to specific volunteers.

Conference Topics

• The View from National ASTD
• Chapter Operations and Resource Management
• Succession Planning and Leadership Development
• Diversifying Your Membership
• Engaging Volunteers
• Sharing Best Practices
• Chapter Leaders Competency Model
• Chapter Leaders Resources (NAC, LDT, Area Manager)

Objectives

• Learn from one another to address and work to solve challenges faced by volunteer leaders
• Benchmark for best practices and apply practical strategies immediately to your chapter's operations
• Network with National ASTD leaders and various organization's chapter leadership from throughout our region

Schedule

Thursday, May 18, 2006

A no-host reception will be held from 7 - 9 pm at the conference facility.

Friday, May 19, 2006

The day will start with a continental breakfast at 7:30 am, followed by a general session with Rick Hicks. Breakout workshops will be held in the morning. The afternoon will consist of a facilitated group session on sharing best practices as well as specific information for ASTD chapters leaders on ASTD resources. The afternoon will end at 4:30 pm.

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