ASTD 2013

The Premier Conference for Workplace Learning and

Development

May 5.19 - 22 Dallas, Texas

Special Message from Tony Bingham CEO & President of ASTD

As business becomes more global and competitive, a key differentiator for success will be talent. And you are ultimately responsible for ensuring the workforce is trained and ready to meet today’s challenges. You need to know the latest trends and best practices, and the best place to learn this and more is at ASTD 2013.

No other learning event brings together the global perspective, expert content, and community of practitioners than ASTD’s conference does.

Make this the year you make a difference.

Held each spring, this premier event for workplace learning and performance professionals welcomes attendees from more than 70 countries.

Features over 240 educational sessions from industry-leading experts, and a world-class expo filled with the latest products and services from top suppliers.

ASTD had organized this event for more than 65 years.

The Largest Global Event for L&D Professionals

Over 9,000 total attendees

representing 80 countries,

Speakers from 25 countries &

60+ international delegations,

350+ exhibitors.

Global Presence by the Numbers

Top Attending Countries Outside the U.S. in 2012

South Korea 388

Canada 186

China 162

Japan 145

Brazil 110

Netherlands 90

Saudi Arabia 87

United Kingdom 59

Mexico 57

Kuwait 54

2013 Conference Theme

The Location Texas, Dallas

Washington DC (2014)

Orlando, FL (2011) Denver, CO

(2012)

• A modern and sophisticated city that attracts worldwide travelers

• A home to 18 Fortune 500 companies: Exxon Mobil, JC Penney, AT&T, Texas Instruments

• Some of the best shopping in the Southwest

• The largest urban arts district in the US, 13 entertainment districts, and much more

• “Live large. Think big.™” www.visitdallas.com

Conference Venue

Dallas Convention Center 650 S. Griffin Street, Dallas, Texas 75202, USA

The Location Dallas, Texas

Reasons to Attend

The largest conference in the field providing

the most choices for your professional development.

World-renowned experts

240 top-rated educational sessions

Benchmarking against today’s leading companies.

World-class expo

Networking with like-minded peers from around the world.

Attendee Profile

Top Titles Chairman & CEO Chief Learning Officer Chief Talent Strategist Computer Training Chief Corporate Training Director Deputy Chief of Training & Development Director of Distance Learning Director of Human Resources

Director of Sales Training Education & Training Officer e-Learning Director Head of Training and Business Development Director of Organizational Knowledge Director of Corporate University

Regional L&D Officer Senior Director of Human Resources Senior Director of Training SVP of Learning & Development VP of Learning

Schedule at a Glance

Dates Programs & Events

Thursday - Saturday May 16-18, 2013

Certificate Programs

Saturday May 18, 2013

Certificate Programs, Preconference Workshops

Sunday May 19, 2013

International Attendee Orientation, Newcomers Orientation, Education Sessions, Annual Meeting

Monday May 20, 2013

General Session, Expo Open, Education Sessions, International Reception

Tuesday May 21, 2013

General Session, Expo Open, Education Sessions, ASTD Networking Night

Wednesday May22, 2013

Education Sessions, Expo Open, Closing Session

Preconference Workshops (1 day program)*

• Interactive workshops with hands-on approach

• Ideal way to develop new skills or gain new perspectives while focusing in-depth on a topic

Certificate Programs (2-3 day program)**

• Practical content presented by expert practitioners.

• Enhance your competitive advantage and advance your professional development.

• Participants will receive an ASTD Certificate.

Pre-Conference Sessions

* Visit www.astdconference.org, click “Education Program” to understand more. ** Separate registration required.

8 Content Tracks

Career Development

Designing & Facilitating Learning

Global Human Resource Development

Human Capital

Leadership Development

Learning Technologies

Measurement, Evaluation, ROI

Workforce Development for Non-Training Professionals

3 Industry Tracks

Higher Education

Government

Sales Enablement

Over 240 Education Sessions

Keynote Speakers

Sir Ken Robinson, PhD is an internationally recognized leader in the development of education, creativity, and innovation. He is also one of the world’s leading speakers with a profound impact on audiences everywhere.

John Seely Brown is a visiting scholar and advisor to the provost at the University of Southern California and the independent co-chairman of the Deloitte Center for the Edge.

Liz Wiseman teaches leadership to executives around the world. She is the President of the Wiseman Group, a leadership research and development firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, California.

Michael Allen Ken Blanchard

Jack Phillips Bob Pike

These leaders have made significant contributions to the

profession through seminal content that continues to be

used by you and your colleagues.

They continue to bring in new ideas and tools to our industry.

Many of their sessions will be repeated to give you two opportunities to attend.

Leaders of the Profession

Elaine Biech

Ruth Clark

Every year, ASTD welcomes speakers that will bring you the latest trends and best practices in the industry.

Trends & Innovative Practices

The Neuroscience of Growing Talent David Rock, CEO/Co-Founder NeuroLeadership Institute

Mobile for Learning and Performance Support -- The Time is Now! Allison Rossett, Professor Emerita of Educational Technology San Diego State University

Transforming ordinary people into extraordinary people through technology Ramzi Daneri Allis, Training Director , Grupo Salinas (Mexico)

Benchmark against Leading Learning Companies

Developing Creative Global Leaders, Lessons from IBM Robert Osmond Partner, Global Business Services, IBM

Honda Goes Mobile: Driving Customer Loyalty Rick Kramer, National Manager, American Honda Motor Company, Inc. Terry Coates, President, 10/10ths Development Corporation

How AT&T Uses Multi-Faceted Mentoring for Talent Development Jeff Kudlata, Strategic Mentoring, Talent Development, AT&T Randy Emelo, President and CEO, Triple Creek

Learning Technologies at Yum: Past, Present, Future Cody Cluff, Director, Restaurant Training & HR Technologies, Yum Restaurants International Mary Woolf, Director, Learning Technologies, Yum!

Massive open online courses: the future of corporate learning Julia Wilkowski Instructional Designer, Google Phil Wagner, Instructional Designer, Google

• The place to network with colleagues, meet vendors, and discover the latest solutions

• 380 exhibitors and growing!

Expo Hours

Monday, May 20 - 9:30 am - 2:15 pm

Tuesday, May 21 - 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday, May 22 - 9:30 am - 1:15 pm

Exposition

94% of exhibitors were satisfied with their exhibit experience

“ A Night You Won't Want to Miss!”

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Gilley’s, Dallas You will have the opportunity to network with 1,000’s of your colleagues and enjoy a wide variety of entertainment options. Attractions include • Live music and dancing • Food and drink • Green screen photo stations for souvenir pictures • Line dancing instruction • Caricature artists • Cowboy magician • Mechanical bull and Rollo Ropers • The always popular Armadillo races • And more…

Networking Night

Simultaneous interpretation will be available in three languages:

• Korean

• Mandarin

• Japanese

* The interpretation services will be available for a fee.

Simultaneous Interpretation

Global Village

• Network with your colleagues from around the world.

• Relax and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

• Plan your conference meetings and activities.

• Post messages to connect with other attendees.

• Meet ASTD International Relations staff.

Special Events

International Orientation

An informative session on what to expect and how to get the most from the conference.

International Reception

An festive networking reception for international attendees.

International Delegation

Benefits

• Special registration rate.

• One free registration for every 10 paid.

• An effective way to promote your organization.

• Special recognition of your delegation during the conference in the program guide & elsewhere.

• Marketing support (print & electronic material)

• Networking room, early badge pickup, and access to other delegation-only services.

* Requires 5 or more registrations to organize

Housing and Travel

ASTD has reserved rooms with discounted rates at area hotels in Dallas. Reserve your room early for the best chance of getting your first choice.

• Online: http://www.wynjade.com/astd13/

• Telephone: +1-800.931.6029 or 972.349.5561 Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. CST

• Fax: +1-972.349.7715

• Mail: ASTD Housing c/o Wyndham Jade 6400 International Parkway, Suite 2500 Plano, TX 75093, USA

*Download the Individual Housing Form or Group Housing Form at http://www.wynjade.com/astd13/.

* Group Housing Deadline for Reservations: March 14, 2013.

ASTD International will provide invitation letters for U.S. visa interviews.

Fill out the Visa Invitation Request Form, and send it to ASTD.

Contact ASTD early to leave enough time for your visa application.

* Complete visa information can be found at the U.S. Department of State website.

Registration

Rates (USD/person)

ASTD Member with

Membership Non-Member Effective Period

Early Bird Rate 1,100 1,269 1,400 Now -

January 31, 2013

Advanced Rate 1,200 1,369 1,500 February 1 -

March 31, 2013

Pre-registration Rate

1,500 1,669 1,800 April 1 -

May 10, 2013

Early Bird Delegation Rate

(5 or more) 1,000 1,169 1,300

Now - January 31, 2013

Delegation Rate (5 or more)

1,100 1,269 1,400 February 1 – May 22, 2013

Join ASTD Membership & Save!

• Online Registration: www.astdconference.com

• Phone: Contact ASTD Customer Care at

+1.800.628.2783 or +1.703.683.8100

international@astd.org

How to Register

See you in Dallas! Email: international@astd.org Phone: 1.703.683.8161 Fax: 1.703.683.8193