About the Conference

Join ATD Rocky Mountain Chapter for a full-day experience designed to inspire, connect, and equip talent development professionals across Colorado and Wyoming.

The ATD Rocky Mountain Chapter Conference is dedicated to fostering connection, and professional growth to develop your skills for the future. By bringing together regional professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds, our aim is to create a one-day learning experience targeting personal, career and organization development.

This year’s theme — Rooted in Connection: Resilience and Growth in the Evolving Workplace — explores how strong connections foster resilience, adaptability, and professional growth in today’s changing work environment.

With a dynamic keynote, engaging breakout sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities, this event is a must for anyone invested in elevating people and performance.

Conference Scope

Registration Includes

Inspiring keynote address
Three concurrent breakout sessions
Interactive panel discussion
Breakfast buffet and catered lunch in the beautiful wine cellar space
Networking breaks & sponsor connections
Happy hour and appetizers to close the day
Priceless connection opportunities with fellow L&D professionals

Who Should Attend?

Talent Development Leaders
Instructional Designers, eLearning Developers, Learning Strategists
HR, OD, & L&D Professionals
DEI, Culture, and Change Champions
Coaches, Facilitators, and Trainers

CALL FOR Speakers and conference tracks

"Don’t just attend the conference—inspire it!

We are seeking dynamic, knowledgeable, engaging speakers to deliver 45-60 minute sessions aligned with one of our three conference tracks:

Track 1: Fostering Resilience
Explore how we build connection, adaptability, and trust in the workplace through:

Psychological safety & communication
Inclusive cultures (DEIB, ERGs)
Collaboration & leadership development
Emotional intelligence & resilience

Track 2: Leading Growth
Help others thrive through change and challenge by sharing:

Adaptive leadership & coaching strategies
Growth mindset & decision-making
Learning culture & impactful training programs
Problem-solving in evolving environments

Track 3: Evolving Work
Address the changing landscape of work with topics like:

AI, tech, and the future of learning
Hybrid teams & workplace cohesion
Wellness & sustainable work habits
Shaping flexible, human-centered environments

Whether you're a seasoned speaker or a fresh voice in the L&D community, we want to hear from you!

Submit a Speaker Proposal - Apply here: 2025 ATD RMC Call for Speakers

Deadline: Submit your proposal by June 22, 2025

Agenda Overview

Join us for a full day of learning, connection, and inspiration on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the University of Denver’s Joy Burns Center.

Start Time: 8:00 AM – Breakfast & Registration
End Time: 6:00 PM – Networking Happy Hour concludes

The day will feature:

Breakfast and Welcome - 8:00-8:45 AM
Keynote Address – 9:00–10:00 AM
Three rounds of breakout sessions
Networking activity visiting sponsors — with a chance to win raffle prizes (some valued over $700!)
️Lunch – 12:00–12:45 PM
Panel Discussion – 12:45–1:30 PM
Happy Hour – 5:00–6:00 PM

A detailed agenda with session titles and speaker info will be posted soon!

Keynote Speaker: Monique Russell

Rooted in Connection: Communication for Resilience, Growth, and Impact

We are thrilled to welcome Monique Russell as our 2025 ATD RMC Conference Keynote Speaker!

As a Global Communication Strategist and Emotional Intelligence Educator, Monique Russell brings over two decades of international experience helping leaders and organizations lead with clarity, connection, and courage — especially during times of change. Through her consultancy, Clear Communication Solutions, Monique has empowered teams across the U.S., Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East to communicate in ways that build trust, inspire action, and support well-being.

Monique’s keynote will explore how communication practices rooted in emotional intelligence can elevate how we grow talent, build culture, and lead change — the three central tracks of this year’s conference. With warmth, insight, and storytelling, she’ll challenge us to see communication not just as a tool, but as a daily practice of empathy, self-awareness, and connection.

Her client list includes BMW, Google, Amazon, the CDC, and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, and her work has been featured in Fast Company. She is also the author of The Ultimate Speaker’s Guide and Intentional Motherhood, and host of the Bridge to U podcast.

Monique’s presence sets the tone for a day of learning, reflection, and renewed inspiration — reminding us that connection is not a skill to master, but a practice to return to.

Learn more about Monique Russell

Featured in Fast Company | Host of Bridge to U Podcast

Thank you to our sponsors

We’re proud to partner with organizations who share our commitment to professional growth and innovation.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Get visibility with 175+ L&D professionals and position your brand at the heart of our region’s talent development community.

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Contact: Sponsorships@atdrmc.org