2025 ATD SC Annual Conference: Break Boundaries & Unlock Potential 

Join the award-winning South Carolina Chapter of the Association for Talent Development as we transform Columbia, SC into an oasis of learning! For more than 15 years, our annual statewide conference has been the premier gathering for more than 10,000 learning and development professionals. Get ready to ideate learning strategies which will inspire groundbreaking educational innovation, elevate your training and design, and make an impact to reach unprecedented levels of success!

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, growth and adaptability are no longer optional - they are essential. The "Break Boundaries and Unlock Potential in Talent Development" Conference is designed to inspire leaders, professionals, and change-makers to challenge traditional learning models, embrace continuous development, and foster a culture of innovation.

Details

Date: Friday, October 3, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location:  Seawell's Banquet & Reception Center, 1225 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC 29201

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ATD SC Conference goals 

• Encourage innovation in talent development practices
• Equip professionals with tools for building resilient, future-ready workforces
• Promote continuous growth and leadership development across all levels

Break bouNDARIES and unlock potential 2025 conference goals

1. Advance Innovation in Talent Development: Explore cutting-edge learning strategies, technologies, and methodologies that drive workforce growth and adaptability.
2. Empower Talent Development Professionals to Build a Future-Ready Workforce: Provide talent development professionals with the tools and strategies to foster continuous learning, leadership growth, and organizational agility.
3. Cultivate Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange: Encourage cross-industry discussions on trends, challenges, and opportunities to promote shared learning and innovation

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

This conference is designed to inspire professionals to push past limitations, embrace new opportunities, and unlock their full potential in leadership, career development, and innovation. Through engaging keynotes, interactive sessions, brainstorming think tanks, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain practical insights, actionable strategies, and fresh perspectives to drive personal and organizational success. Don’t miss this chance to impact your future results! 

ATTEND MAKE THE CASE TO ATTEND

Customize this "Convince Your Boss Letter" to help your manager understand why ATDSC25 is valuable and beneficial for you and your organization.

who shoULD ATTEND

The ATD South Carolina conference is the only conference in the state specifically for talent development (TD) professionals, including trainers, instructional designers, coaches, higher education, and learning management professionals. The conference also welcomes human resources (HR) and human capital consultants, as well as senior leaders in TD and organizational development. 

intErested in being a conference sPEAKER?

Are you a dynamic speaker, thought leader, or professional passionate about transforming how we grow, lead, and thrive at work? We’re seeking engaging presenters for 55-minute breakout sessions and think tanks.

What is a Think Tank?

A Think Tank is an interactive and collaborative workshop designed to bring together a diverse group of individuals to brainstorm, problem-solve, and generate new ideas around a specific topic or challenge. Within the Think Tank, a thought leader will moderate a discussion on the specific topic or topics to be discussed.

Deadline to submit proposals: May 28, 2025. Click the "Learn More" button to submit your proposal.

Topics of Interest Include:

• Growth & Adaptability: Building cultures of continuous learning and resilience

• Future of Work: Navigating change and preparing for evolving workforce trends

• Innovative Learning: Breaking traditional models and embracing digital transformation

• Leadership & Empowerment: Developing agile leaders and inclusive teams

• Reskilling & Upskilling: Equipping teams for tomorrow’s challenges

• Technology & Development: Leveraging AI, automation, and learning platforms

• Personal Mastery: Emotional intelligence, mindset shifts, and self-leadership

• Health & Wellness: Prioritizing mental and physical well-being for success

• Process Improvement: Enhancing efficiency with proven strategies like Lean Six Sigma

Questions? Contact: vp_education@atdsouthcarolina.org 

Conference Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy: 

If circumstances change and you can no longer attend this conference, you may cancel your registration by providing written notice to conference@atdsouthcarolina.org. All requests will be reviewed by the conference chair within two business days. Our Attendee cancellation policy is outlined below. 

Confirmed registrants for the ATD SC Conference may cancel and receive a full refund minus a $25 cancellation fee through September 1, 2025. Cancellations received from September 1-18, 2025, will be subject to a 50% fee. Cancellations received on or after September 19 are non-refundable.

Registrants who do not attend the ATD SC Conference and do not contact ATD SC via written correspondence by the dates above will be responsible for the full registration fee at the time of purchase and are not eligible for a refund or transfer. If the conference is cancelled, ATD is not responsible for any penalty incurred by purchasing a nonrefundable travel or accommodation related costs.

Transfers 

All conference registrations are transferable to anyone at no extra fee through October 1, 2025, with written notice, including the recipient’s name and email address.

Conference Cancellation or Modification 

ATD SC reserves the right to cancel, alter, modify or reschedule the Conference for any reason, including because ATD SC determines at its sole discretion that the Conference cannot be held as planned.  Should ATD SC alter, modify, or reschedule some or all the in-person portion of the Conference for any reason and still host the in-person Conference, your Conference fees will not be refunded. ATD SC also reserves the right to close registration when tickets are sold out. For these reasons, registrants are advised against making non-refundable travel arrangements. Should you purchase non-refundable airline tickets or make non-refundable hotel reservations, you do so at your own risk.