Chapter Updates 

GV ASTD met on March 8 for a very interesting and engaging session by member Bob Whipple, The Trust Ambassador, on how to help executives stop playing "whack-a-mole" and start leading. As always, Bob got participants to think, see outside the box, and explore ideas outside of their reality -- and was entertaining to boot.

He started with asking the audience "what's so different today for leaders than just a few years ago?  Globalization, cell phones...bottom line, as a leader, "you're always on." So then, more importantly, what is the role of GV ASTD members who support and advise leaders? The group's answer was "To see reality; to view things differently."

To learn more about what happened at the session, check out Bob' Freese's blog post.

The St. John Fisher College Organizational Learning and Human Resource Development Masters Program invites GV ASTD members to its next professional workshop on Saturday March 24, from 9:00 am to Noon in the COP Conference Room (2^nd Floor – Campus Center/Haffey Hall) at St. John Fisher College.  Admission is complimentary. The presenter is distinguished professor and researcher Dr. Martha Gephart.  Martha is an Associate Professor in the Department of Organization and Leadership, Teachers College, Columbia University, in New York City.  Her presentation on Saturday March 24 is entitled "Leveraging Learning and Knowledge Sharing Strategically.  The session will focus on: Leveraging strategic organizational learning for performance and change; exploring what is "strategic organizational learning"; how are organizations leveraging learning to meet strategic challenges; how knowledge sharing occurs through networks and communities; and reviewing several real-life case examples to help the group understand and apply the concepts of strategic organizational learning and the use of networks and communities to leverage learning and performance.

         Please note, this next session will again be held in the COP (Council of Presidents) Conference Room, in the Haffey Building/Campus Center.  This room is located ONE FLOOR above the Student Dining area (which is also one floor above the Wilson Formal Lounge, where many of our sessions last year were held.  Find Student Dining, see the stairs, go up one floor, bear left,  and you will see signs for the COP Room). 

        Please RSVP to DrSethRSilver@aol.com  if you will be attending, so we can plan the room and breakfast refreshments accordingly.  Also, feel free to share this invitation with your colleagues and anyone in your network interested in HR, HRD, and management.  Thank you.

Date:
Tuesday, April 10, 2012 from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (ET)

Location:
Marriott
189 Wolf Road
Albany, 12205

Keynote Speaker: Tony Bingham, ASTD National's President and CEO

For the rest of the program, and other event details, visit the conference website:

http://hudsonmohawkastd.org/workshops-events/annual-conference/

The CNY ASTD chapter has invited members of GV ASTD to nominate themselves, or nominate others for their 5th annual "CNY ASTD BEST Learning and Performance" awards.

Categories include: Organizations (For Profit), Organizations (Not for Profit), Internships, Consultants, and Individuals

The BEST awards are for "recognizing excellence in learning and performance practices in the CNY area."

The award ceremony will be held June 7.

For more information, and the nomination form, see this website:

http://www.cnyastd.org/cny_best
 

2012 New England Area ASTD Conference: Innovations in Learning

April 19 – 20, 2012 at [location under negotiations – to be held at a Conference Center west of Boston, within 20 miles of the intersection of I-90 and I-495]

The 2012 Conference – Innovations in Learning

ASTD is the world’s largest association dedicated to workplace learning and development professionals. The second annual New England Area Conference once again brings together that audience in an exciting opportunity to meet, share experiences and explore the latest innovations in workplace learning and development. This year’s theme is "Innovation in Learning" – encompassing innovation wherever learning and personal development takes place, from the classroom to the blogosphere.

2012 ASTD New England Area Conference - Call for Presenters.doc

Employee Learning Week (ELW) is an awareness campaign highlighting the important connection between learning and achieving organizational results. ELW is a perfect opportunity for organizations to demonstrate their commitment to learning and development.

New Horizons of Syracuse and Rochester is proud to participate in this event!

"We elected to participate in this program because it fits perfectly with our Mission Statement:  To equip people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to excel in their personal and professional lives," said Linus Dirnberger, General Manager.  "We are committed to learning and development, not only for our customers, but for our internal staff as well."

Demonstrate employee learning in your organization and SAVE!  Mentored Learning classes for desktop applications scheduled during December are 50% off the regular price.

For a list of eligible classes and more information, visit: http://click.po155.com/ViewLandingPage.aspx?pubids=8484|-6|5|1&digest=020iSXgYsSHWAOGflK9P/A&sysid=1

STC Rochester Chapter December Meeting
Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Our speaker will be:
Hannah Morgan
Career Strategist and founder of CareerSherpa.net

Hannah is an energetic, compassionate conveyer of no-nonsense career advice. Hannah shares information on the latest career management and job search trends and techniques on her blog, Career Sherpa, and is a featured blogger on other nationally-recognized sites. Her expertise and insight comes from 10+ years supporting and guiding dislocated workers from a broad range of industries and occupations. Hannah has been a career consultant with Lee Hecht Harrison and a trainer/adviser in workforce development. Hannah was recognized by Monster.com as one of the top 11 job search bloggers to watch in 2011.

"Your Career: New Year, New Focus"

What will your New Year's resolution be this year? Is this the year you will focus on your satisfaction at work? One recent survey by Mercer found that almost 1/3 of employees are seriously considering leaving their current job, and an additional 1/4 are not engaged in their work. Whether you are planning on staying in a job you love or leaving one you hate, make this the year you dedicate to your career.

In this presentation, we will explore and discuss:

* 5 Easy ways to increase your personal online reputation *  
* How to build "it" before you need "it" *
* The Best Career Insurance policy ever*

As a Career Consultant, Hannah draws upon her experience in Human Resources, Outplacement Services and Workforce Development to guide those new to job search through the process and towards their goals. Visit her site to learn more www.careersherpa.net.

When:
Wednesday December 7, 2011
5:30-8:15 pm

Where:

Joey's Pasta House
1789 Penfield Road,
Penfield, NY14526
(585) 586-2426
joeyspastahouse.com

Cost:

Members: $20
Guests and nonmembers: $25

Registration:

Please register on EventBrite (http://stcrochester2011holidayprogram.eventbrite.com/) by 5:00, Monday, Dec. 6, 2011.
For questions, contact marilyn.woelk@gmail.com or programs@stc-rochester.org

Agenda:

5:30 Networking
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Presentation

Menu:

Salad: House Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, served with Bread & Butter
Hors d'oeuvres: Artichoke French
Pasta: Angel Hair Pasta with choice of Alfredo Sauce or Vodka Sauce
Entree: Chicken Marsala
Side Dish: Roasted Rosemary Potatoes
Dessert: Homemade Cannolis & Cream Puffs
Drinks: Coffee, tea,

A cash bar will be available.

REGISTER NOW so you can watch the drawing for our Philips 19" flat-screen LCD TV with Crystal clear technology, HD TV 720p, Incredible Surround/DolbyDigital Sound...with connection via HDMI x2 with Easy-link or TV PC-in. The estimated value of this prize is $230.00. In order to be eligible, please renew your membership or join as a member of Rochester STC by Dec. 6th. Only those renewing or joining are eligible to win! You must either be present at this meeting, pick up the prize, or pay shipping to your location if you are the winner.
To renew your membership or to join Rochester STC, go to
http://www.stc.org/membership/join-or-renew-now
We look forward to seeing you!

Panelists discuss learning and development opportunities and approaches for managing talent in times of change

• Michael Francesconi, AXA Equitable
• Emily Harris, SRC, Inc.
• Charlene Bozzi, Welch Allyn, Inc.

December 7, 2011

7:30-9:30am
(continental breakfast included)

The Palace Theatre
Events Room (2nd Floor), 2384 James St, Syracuse

Visit the CNY ASTD website for more information:

http://www.cnyastd.org/programs

December 8, 2011, Noon to 2pm
Chef's Restaurant
291 Seneca Street
Buffalo, NY 14204

On December 8, join us for our annual luncheon at Chef's restaurant to celebrate Employee Learning Week!

Featuring Bob Mosher, Global Chief Learning Strategy and Evangelism LearningGuide Solutions on "Informal Learning: Are We Missing a HUGE Opportunity?"

Some research suggests that up to 80 percent of learning in the workplace occurs on an informal basis. Even with this being the case, most corporations spend more than 80 percent of their training budget and effort on formal training. This presentation will address the issues and methodologies surrounding understanding and effectively delivering informal learning, including e-communities (forums and synchronous environments), electronic performance support systems (EPSS). See how some emerging and nontraditional methods are stepping up to fill this much needed training opportunity.

For more information:

http://astdniagara.org/

Register:

http://nfastddec2012.eventbrite.com/

To recognize ELW (Employee Learning Week - December 5-9, 2011) GV ASTD is looking for your input and wisdom!

We will be sharing the tips you provide with our membership in a series or emails to be distributed via email and to start discussions on our GV ASTD LinkedIn group.

Submission Criteria

Provide a tip in 100 words or less.

Your tip must address one of these foundational areas of learning and performance competencies:

Business/Management: Analyzing Needs and Proposing Solutions; Applying Business Skills; Driving Results; Planning and Implementing Assignments; Thinking Strategically

Personal: Demonstrating adaptability; modeling personal development

Interpersonal: Building trust; communicating effectively; influencing stakeholders; leveraging diversity; networking and partnering

Please submit your name, title and company name, headshot, LinkedIn profile URL.

Email your submission to Hannah.morgan@gvastd.org by Sunday November 27, 2011