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Leadership

 

The ATD Greater Atlanta Chapter is governed by volunteer leaders who represent all aspects of the training and human resources development profession. These leaders utilize their management, marketing and technical skills to plan, administer, and implement the policies, programs and projects of the Chapter. Through their guidance, the organization serves the educational and professional development needs of its members.

Board of directors

The Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic direction and organizational effectiveness of the Chapter. The Board comprises four Senior Advisors, the Chapter President, the President-Elect, and the Past President. Members of this Board attend Executive Board meetings on a rotational basis, serve on Board of Directors Committees and Special Task Forces, and act as mentors to the Executive Board members. Three Senior Advisors are elected for three- year terms and one Senior Advisor is appointed by the Chapter President for a one-year term. The Past President serves as a Senior Advisor for a one-year term in completion of the three year term to which he or she was elected. The Board of Directors meet at least three times a year.

Minutes from the Board of Directors are available from the Board Chair upon request.

Board of Directors Role
Chapter President
President-Elect
Past President
Senior Advisor
Senior Advisor
Senior Advisor
Senior Advisor
Name
Sarah Gilbert
Doug Samuels
Vanessa Carey
Cecil Fricano
Douglas Dell
Leigh Anne Lankford
Marilyn Bloom

Executive board

The Executive Board manages the day-to-day activities of the Chapter. Each year members elect a President-Elect (a three-year term, this individuals serves one year in each of three roles: President-Elect, President and Immediate Past-President), Chief Financial Officer (a one-year term), and Senior Advisor (three y to guide the activities, services, and business of the chapter. These elected officers, along with appointed Directors, make up the Executive Board. The Executive Board is responsible for establishing and implementing annual goals based on the Chapter's Strategic Plan.
The Executive Board traditionally meets monthly to respond to member needs and to fulfill the vision of ATD through visibility in the community and in our profession.

Minutes from Executive Board meetings can be viewed here (You must be logged-in to view this page.)
President
President-Elect
Chief Financial Officer
Vice President, Member Services
Vice President, Programming
Vice President, Community Relations
Vice President, Communications and Marketing
Vice President, Technology
Sarah Gilbert
Doug Samuels
Steve Maul
Shelia Matthews
Brian Womack
David Adelman
David Lusk
Stephanie Smith

Past-Presidents

For a list of past Presidents, click here.

Chapter Office

The Chapter Administrator maintains our database, and assists members and the Boards as needed in the ensuring the chapter operates smoothly. The office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Glenda Hinz is the chapter administrator and is available to answer questions from members and visitors.
Click here for more information.

Committees

Committees carry out the ongoing tasks and processes that keep the Chapter running smoothly. They can be considered the “backbone” of the Chapter. Committees increase the involvement and participation of the general membership.
A member's participation on a committee gives them leadership experience and knowledge of the organization, benefiting both the individual and forming skills for future leadership positions. Committees function within the By-laws and policies of the Chapter.
All committee chairs report to a Vice President who provides guidance and serves as a liaison between the committee and the Executive Board.

Special Interest Groups

Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are the “heartbeat” of the Chapter. SIGs provide the opportunity to become personally involved in the Chapter, and offer many ways to grow professionally. Most Atlanta Chapter SIGs meet monthly and feature high-quality presentations by local or even national training and development practitioners. SIG meetings provide a place where you can meet other industry professionals, network and share experiences, learn about new industry trends and issues, and gather valuable knowledge to take back to your organization.
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Operating Budget

The Chapter operating budget is a planning document that defines projected expenses and revenues for the year. The budget is developed in the fall and finalized in January. The Executive Board reviews the budgeted vs. actual expenses each month. An internal review of financial records is conducted each year, and an external audit is conducted at least once every two years.

A copy of the operating budget is available upon request from the chapter's Chief Financial Officer. Previous month financial statements can be viewed here. (You must be logged-in to view this page.)