ATD Houston Members & Friends,

It goes without saying the Summer Olympic Games have been inspiring to watch! I'm incredibly proud of the athletes from Texas who have made it to the podium so far! While the physical abilities of the athletes are impressive, we can also learn from the examples of resilience and amazing comeback stories in this year's games. These stories remind me of the value and importance of coaches and mentors, who also play vital roles throughout the journey. Having the proper support at the right time is crucial.

It makes me think of the work ATD Houston does. Our mission is to help talent development professionals reach their full potential, which includes helping our members tap into the right resources during their careers' ups and downs. I'm excited to share the opportunity to extend this part of our mission through our newly launched Community Impact Campaign Program. Check out the latest episode of our Train to Win Podcast to learn how ATD Houston and United Way of Greater Houston are joining forces to give back to the Houston Community.  The United Way of Greater Houston

And as you've likely heard, our annual Talent Development Conference planning is well underway! Mark your calendar for September 26th! Our speaker lineup is packed with industry experts who will share their insights and strategies, providing you with valuable knowledge to implement in your organization. You’ll want to hear from all of these talented speakers and learn something new to implement in your organization. Look out for more news and updates about the conference on our website and social media platforms.  ATD Houston 2024 Talent Development Conference and Expo 

So that we may continue this work, we are looking for more great leaders. If you've been thinking about getting more involved with ATD Houston, there's no better time than now. Nominations for our 2025 Board of Directors are now open. Applications are due by 8/5/2024. Remember, there are various ways to get involved; whether it's a dedicated role on the board, helping with a special project, or pitching in for a one-day event, we could use your skills and expertise.  2025 Board of Directors - Now Accepting Applications

These are indeed exciting times, and we are eagerly looking forward to having you join us in our mission to empower talent development professionals. Your involvement is crucial to our success, and we can't wait to see the impact we'll make together. 

Let's keep winning! 

Harriett Pritchett, M.Ed., CPTD^©, Chapter President