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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Training with the Brain in Mind©

  • When
    27 Apr 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    4 registrants

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Training with the Brain in Mind©
  
  Brain-friendly facilitation strategies to make learning stick (sneak peek at June’s Train the Trainer)

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, April 27 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• 2026 Building Community Connections Conference

  • When
    05 May 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    At the Mt Mercy University Graduate Center, 1650 Matterhorn Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, Ia. 52402
  • Spaces left
    72
  • Registered
    6 registrants

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  Future Readiness: From Uncertainty to Empowerment

  May 5th, 2026 - In Person Event

  Hawkeye ATD's Building Community Connections Conference is an award-winning event where we give back to the community. 
  

  Join us for an engaging and energizing day where you’ll discover how you respond to change and leave empowered to shape your organization’s future—featuring opening keynote speaker Tom Hicks and closing keynote speaker Celina Peerman!

  Whether you're navigating technological disruption, leadership transitions, or evolving community needs, you'll leave with concrete strategies to foster adaptive mindsets and build the organizational agility that mission-driven work demands.

  Join us to transform how you respond to change—and emerge empowered to shape your organization's future.

  We invite everyone who works for or volunteers at a nonprofit.

  
  

  When:

  Tuesday, May 5th. Check in begins at 8:00 a.m.

  Event is from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

  Where:

  Mt Mercy University Graduate Center, 1650 Matterhorn Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

  Cost:

  Includes sessions, session materials, lunch, snacks, and beverages.

  • $35 - Students, Non-Profit Staff, Volunteer, or Board Member
  • $45 - ATD Member
  • $55 - Non-Member

  BUILDING COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS CONFERENCE AGENDA

  8:00 a.m. Registration Opens and Continental Breakfast

  8:30 a.m. ATD Welcome!

  9:00 a.m. Opening Keynote - Tom Hicks

  Inspired by a juggling kit from his grandmother, Tom Hicks delivers a fun, hands-on workshop that transforms the fear of failure into fuel for growth. Embracing Failure & Growth Through Juggling blends laughter, resilience, and connection, giving participants a safe space to try, fail, and try again—while building trust, adaptability, and a true continuous improvement mindset. Perfect for teams, schools, and organizations ready to strengthen culture, spark collaboration, and leave with lessons that last long after the balls stop flying. Are you ready to juggle?
  

  10:00 a.m. 15-minute break

  10:15 a.m. Breakout Sessions

  11:30 a.m. Lunch

  12:15 p.m. Breakout Sessions

  1:30 p.m. 15-minute break

  1:45 p.m. Breakout Sessions

  2:45 p.m. 15-minute break

  3:30 p.m. Closing Keynote - Dr. Celina Peerman
  
  Work is changing rapidly but success depends on how leaders’ model and manage disruption. This session explores the human side of change: reducing resistance, building clarity, strengthening trust, and guiding teams through uncertainty. Walk away with practical strategies to lead adaptation with confidence and empathy.
  

  4:30 p.m. Conference Close

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Organizing with the Brain in Mind©

  • When
    25 May 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Organizing with the Brain in Mind©
  
  Declutter your brain and your space with neuroscience-supported strategies for planning, prioritizing, and peace of mind.

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, May 25 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Working with the Brain in Mind© (aka Your Best Brain at Work©)

  • When
    22 Jun 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    2 registrants

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Working with the Brain in Mind© (aka Your Best Brain at Work©)
  
  From Zoom fatigue to mental multitasking—optimize how you show up, think, and lead during the workday

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, June 22 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Quick Brain Boosters© (aka Brain Hacks) for Focus, Memory, Attention, and More

  • When
    27 Jul 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Quick Brain Boosters© (aka Brain Hacks) for Focus, Memory, Attention, and More
  
  Fast, simple neuroscience-based strategies to energize your brain and  your workday

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, July 27 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Performance Reviews with the Brain in Mind©

  • When
    24 Aug 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Performance Reviews with the Brain in Mind©
  
  Shift feedback from fear to growth—practical neuroscience tools for feedback, motivation, and reflection

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, August 24 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Burnout, Boundaries & the Brain©

  • When
    28 Sep 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Burnout, Boundaries & the Brain©
  
  Recognizing, reversing, and preventing burnout using applied neuroscience and nervous system resets

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, September 28 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Brain©

  • When
    26 Oct 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Change Your Mindset, Change Your Brain©
  
  A practical exploration of neuroplasticity, RAS, and shifting out of survival-mode thinking

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, October 26 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: The Neuroscience of Trust & Psychological Safety©

  • When
    23 Nov 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: The Neuroscience of Trust & Psychological Safety©
  
  Explore how oxytocin, cortisol, and social threat detection impact your team’s collaboration, communication, and creativity

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, November 23 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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• ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Reflections with the Brain in Mind©

  • When
    28 Dec 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online via Zoom
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  ATD Hawkeye Chapter SIG: Reflections with the Brain in Mind©
  
  Look back with intention, celebrate small wins, and set yourself up for a brain-friendly new year

  Facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner

  Monday, December 28 | Virtual via Zoom

  ATD Hawkeye Chapter is thrilled to host a Special Interest Group (SIG) just for you—one that blends brain science with real-world strategies to help you develop talent more effectively.

  Introducing Talent Development with the Brain in Mind, a monthly virtual series facilitated by Melanie K. Hoffner, certified Brain-Based Trainer, Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Coach, and self-proclaimed “brain junkie.” With warmth, energy, and practical insight, Melanie translates the latest neuroscience into tools you can use to support your brain—and the brains of those you teach, coach, or lead.

  Each session includes:

  - Engaging, research-informed content made simple and actionable

  - Interactive experiences that help learning stick

  - Resources and strategies to apply immediately

  - A welcoming space for discussion and community

  Schedule & Format:

  - When: Fourth Monday of each month

  - Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00pm CT

  - Where: Zoom

  Cost:

  Members can log into the website and register to attend each session for free.  Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00 for each session.

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