AI isn't just changing how work gets done — it's redefining the role talent development professionals play. This year's ATD Arizona conference brings the TD community together to explore what it means to lead through that shift, not just react to it.
We open with keynote speaker Josh Cavalier, who introduces the Human-Machine Performance Analyst (HMPA) — a new model for the TD professional that blends learning design, data analysis, business acumen, AI literacy, and ethical judgment to drive measurable workplace performance. Josh's opening keynote sets the framework for the day, and he returns to close the conference by tying the day's ideas back to a practical roadmap you can act on Monday morning.
In between, choose from six breakout sessions built to extend Josh's ideas into practice — from hands-on AI applications to the strategic, ethical, and human-centered skills TD professionals need to stay indispensable as roles evolve. Whatever your starting point with AI, there's a session that meets you there and moves you forward.
New this year: the Skills Marketplace, a peer-to-peer showcase where ATD Arizona members demonstrate how they're actually using AI in their day-to-day work. Come see real tools, real workflows, and real results from colleagues across Arizona — and leave with ideas you can put to use immediately.
Attendees will receive 6 CEU toward APTD and CPTD certification/recertification.
BONUS #1
Each attendee will receive a copy of Josh's book Applying AI in Learning & Development.
BONUS #2
Register before August 31 and be entered for a chance to win a registration for the 2026 DevLearn conference.
Registrants for the conference will also receive a 20% discount code for the September 16 Pre-conference workshop Beyond Skills: Optimizing the Human "Being" in the Age of AI and the October 30 Post-conference workshop Applying AI in L&D: A Full Day Workshop.
AGENDA
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8:00 - 8:30 am
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Registration and Breakfast
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8:30 - 9:00 am
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Welcome - Jason Yerep
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9:00 - 10:30 am
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From Learning to Leading: How HMPAs are Reimagining L&D – Josh Cavalier
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| 10:30 - 10:45 am |
Break |
| 10:45 - 11:45 am |
Breakout Sessions |
| 11:45 - 12:45 pm |
Lunch |
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12:45 - 1:45 pm
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Breakout Sessions
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1:45 - 2:00 pm
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Break
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| 2:00 - 3:00 pm |
Breakout Sessions |
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3:00 - 4:00 pm
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Networking - Skills Marketplace |
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4:00 - 4:30 pm
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Closing Keynote - Josh Cavalier
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| 4:30 - 5:00 pm |
Closing Remarks & Raffle |
LOCATION
Desert Willow Conference Center
4340 E Cotton Center Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85040-8908
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Josh Cavalier
Josh Cavalier is the founder and CEO of JoshCavalier.ai, helping L&D professionals harness AI to transform human-machine performance. With 30+ years in education technology, he makes AI practical through training, speaking, and his YouTube channel. His book, Applying AI in Learning and Development: From Platforms to Performance, provides a roadmap for integrating AI into L&D, drawing on real-world platforms, tools, workflows, and ethical considerations. He co-founded Talent Rewire (www.talentrewire.ai) and serves as the Chief Strategy Officer. Talent Rewire provides talent leaders with AI impact data on activities and on how associates should be upskilled as roles are redefined by AI.
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Cancellation Policy
Our cancellation policy is designed to maintain the quality of our events while considering the costs associated with venue, catering, and materials. The following terms apply:
- Full refunds are available until 10/16/2026
- After this date, you may send an alternate attendee at no additional cost
- To request a cancellation or make changes, please email atdaz@atdaz.org
Alternate Attendee Substitution
Registrants may substitute another person to attend in their place at no extra cost. All substitution requests must be received via email no later than one week before the event
Refund Policy & Schedule
Where an alternate attendee substitution is not possible, the following refund schedule applies:
- Full refund available until 10/16/20256
- No refund for cancellations on or after 10/17/20256
Refund requests must be made by the attendee or credit card holder and include the attendee's name and/or transaction number. Refunds will be issued via the original payment method.
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