2025 Building Community Connections Conference

Hawkeye ATD's Building Community Connections Conference (formerly known as Non-Profit Training Day) is an award-winning event where we give back to the community. This conference is great for staff, volunteers, and board members of non-profits, employees with talent development as a small portion of their role, and individuals who are new to talent development or looking for a fresh perspective.

Join us for an informative, fun, and energizing day that will help you better support talent development efforts. Your registration includes access to an expert panel, three breakout sessions of your choice, lunch and snacks, and chances to win door prizes. The day will wrap up with the opportunity to connect with ATD Members to learn how they can volunteer or offer pro-bono services to help you develop talent at nonprofit organizations.

* Presenters will be announced by 3/21.

When:  Thursday, May 1. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. The Conference runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where:  Kirkwood Community College: Linn County Regional Center located at 1770 Boyson Rd., Hiawatha, IA 52233.

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

• $55 for the General Public
• $35 for Students and Staff, Volunteers, or Board Members of Non-Profits
• $45 for ATD Members

If you are interested in being a speaker at this event please complete this RFP. If you have any questions about this event please reach out to Kayla Paulson VP Events. We will accept applications until 5:00 p.m. on Friday March 14.

This webpage will be updated often as more information becomes available, so please check back regularly. Thank you.