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ACE 2026 | Southeastern Talent Development Conference

October 15–16, 2026 | Atlanta, GA


ATD Greater Atlanta + ATD South Carolina invites you to a signature, inaugural professional development experience—ATD Super Southeast Conference 2026, a two-day regional conference designed for Talent Development, HR, OD, leadership, instructional design, people operations, consultants, and emerging professionals.

Join 150–350+ participants for a multi-track, high-impact learning event featuring 8 professional tracks, hands-on learning labs, a full exhibitor showcase, student engagement experiences, and certification workshops.

If you are interested in bringing a team of four (4) or more, email info@atdatlanta.org for group discount information and custom invoicing.

ATD South Carolina Members will need to email:  president_elect@atdsouthcarolina.org

to request a Member Discount Code before registering.


September Member Spotlight


Linda Caldwell, CPTD, serves as Senior Instructor at Dominion Energy, where she brings extensive experience in talent development, instructional design, facilitation, coaching, leadership development, and change management. Her passion is helping people build skills, adapt to change, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Throughout her career, Linda has designed and supported learning solutions across corporate, utility, technology, and compliance-driven environments. She brings a people-centered approach to learning and has shared her expertise through coaching, workshops, and presentations on topics including instructional design, eLearning, microlearning, AI tools for learning, facilitation, and professional development.

As a legacy member of ATD South Carolina, Linda has made a lasting contribution to the chapter through her service as a Board Member, Annual Conference Co-Chair, CPTD Study Group Facilitator, guest speaker, and contributor to the Board Selection Panel. She especially values the meaningful professional relationships, shared learning, and sense of community she has found through ATD SC.

One of Linda’s favorite quotes, “Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you.” — Walt Whitman, reflects the positive energy she brings to her work and relationships. For Linda, learning is not only about building skills—it’s about helping people see possibilities and continue moving forward.


LinkedIn Profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindacaldwell1


Share Your Knowledge


ATD South Carolina has many opportunities for presenters to showcase their talent. 

We are looking for local and national presenters to help build core skills, share best practices and innovations, and lead the way in trends affecting the Talent Development industry. Most importantly, we are looking for proposals to provide participants with a learning experience that offers direct professional application. Most content will be delivered virtually.

Please use the link below to complete the Request for Speakers: Chapter Events

Call for Presenters Proposal

The following list was identified by our local membership as highly desirable subject matter for presentations. 

The presentations shall not contain a marketing or sales solicitation.

  • Designing Learning
  • Delivering Learning
  • Human Performance Improvement
  • Measuring and Evaluating Learning
  • Facilitating Organizational Change
  • Managing the Learning Function
  • Coaching
  • Managing Organizational Knowledge
  • Career Planning and Talent Management

If you are interested in addressing our Chapter, please complete the "Call For Presenters Proposal Form"

as provided within the link above.

For questions, please contact:

vp_education@atdsouthcarolina.org



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📬 Contact Us

For general inquiries or chapter-related engagement opportunities:
📧 vp_administration@atdsouthcarolina.org

For sponsorships, exhibitor opportunities, or partnership questions:
📧 sponsorships@atdsouthcarolina.org

Mailing Address:
***New Mailing Address as of July 2025***

🏢 ATD South Carolina Chapter
P.O. Box 292498
Columbia, SC 29229

Thank you for supporting ATD South Carolina. We look forward to connecting with you!

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