Upcoming events

    • May 16, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
    • Grand Rapids Community College, Applied Technology Center (ATC), Room 231, 151 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (metered parking available)
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    AI – Is It a Fit in Your Learning
    and Performance Strategy?

    Drawing on nearly 40 years of hands-on experience in creating thousands of learning solutions, Innovative Learning Group CEO Lisa Toenniges will be presenting live at our new location on GRCC's campus. Lisa will share her latest insights on using artificial intelligence (AI) to develop learning and performance solutions. She’ll also discuss how you can integrate AI into your learning experiences and provide a roadmap for incorporating AI into your learning and performance strategy.

    Joining Lisa will be Matt Kurtin, ILG's senior director of technology and visual design, who will be on hand to answer any technical questions related to AI.

    During the session, Lisa and Matt will discuss:

    • How AI fits into your learning and performance strategy
    • How various roles can benefit from using AI

    Additionally, you’ll leave the session with a job aid highlighting the pros and cons of using AI for a variety of learning development tasks and learner experiences.

    Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from a leader in the field and take your learning solutions to the next level!

    About Lisa 
      

    Lisa Toenniges is the owner and chief executive officer of Innovative Learning Group (ILG), a company she founded in March 2004. A dynamic and respected leader, Lisa has nearly 40 years of experience in the performance improvement industry and has consulted with many Fortune 1000 companies about their learning and performance strategies and solutions.

    ILG was born out of Lisa’s passion for building a business, providing for her employees, and doing what is right for clients. Her entrepreneurial spirit, positive outlook, and hands-on leadership style have been the drivers behind ILG’s profitable annual compound growth.

    Lisa has been a member of the Board of Trustees for On My Own of Michigan since 2018. Currently, she is the Treasurer of the Executive Committee, having served as the Secretary from 2020-2022. Lisa is also a volunteer grant reviewer for Impact100 Oakland County.

    Location (metered parking available)

    Grand Rapids Community College

    Applied Technology Center (ATC)Room 231
    151 Fountain St NE, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    Directions (Google Maps)


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      • June 20, 2025
      • 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
      • Grand Rapids Community College, Applied Technology Center (ATC), Room 120, 151 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (metered parking available)
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      Annual Learning Revolution 2025

      Ignite Your Influence. Innovate with Artificial Intelligence.


      Date: Friday, June 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM – 11:15 AM ET
      Location: Live (In-Person) Event (see details below)

      Featured Sessions

       Opening Session: Elevating Your Professional Impact – Building a Dynamic Presence

      Presenter: Kelly Duggan, Founder of KDIC

      Step into your power with image expert Kelly Duggan. This energizing session will equip you with the ABCs of success—Appearance, Behavior, and Communication—helping you create a dynamic presence that leaves a lasting impression.

      Unleash your potential by mastering the art of professional presence. Discover strategies to leave a lasting impression, attract new opportunities, build authentic connections, and achieve success in your career and personal life. 

      Takeaways:

      • Build a powerful presence both in-person and online

      • Strengthen your personal and professional impact

      • Develop a strategy to begin your presence-building journey


      Keynote Presentation: Transforming Learning & Development through the Use of AI


      Presenter:
      Megan Torrance, Founder of Torrance Learning

      Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we approach L&D. Join Megan Torrance as she demystifies AI in practical terms, showing how you can lead the shift in your organization from AI experimentation to real AI adoption and transformation.

      This practical, action-focused session will explore how L&D teams can successfully adopt AI, focusing on real strategies that drive momentum and build AI confidence within organizations. We’ll go beyond the hype and look at the AI Impact Zones for L&D, identifying where AI is already changing content development, learner experiences, and workforce transformation.

      Takeaways:

      • Understand AI's real-world impact on L&D content and learner experience
      • Explore "AI Impact Zones" for smarter training strategies
      • Gain the confidence to implement AI effectively and ethically


      Why Attend?

      • Connect with fellow L&D professionals

      • Receive valuable tools and resources

      • Enjoy refreshments and networking opportunities


      Register Today!


      Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your professional journey and future-proof your learning strategies.


       Location (metered parking available)

      Grand Rapids Community College

      Applied Technology Center (ATC)Room 120
      151 Fountain St NE, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 49503

      Directions (Google Maps)

      GRCC Campus Map

      DID YOU KNOW?

      We align our monthly programs and events to the ATD Talent Development Capability Model.
      This ensures relevant, meaningful learning experiences for Talent Development Professionals.

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