Welcome!

Take a look at the exciting and informative programs we have coming up.

Hawkeye ASTD welcomes non-members to attend our programs throughout the year.  We offer excellent programming each month for a nominal fee of $10.00 per program (beginning in March, 2012). 

In the event a non-member pays to attend five monthly programs within a calendar year, they will automatically be granted membership status for the remainder of that calendar year. 

For additional information on either attending a meeting or becoming a member, please contact our VP of Membership.

View our Chapter's Weather Cancellation Policy.

Upcoming events

    • 23 Feb 2012
    • Alliant Energy Center, Madison, WI
    As organizations and the people within these organizations continue to evolve and change with the demands of the changing landscape, workplace learning and development professionals in partnership with our cohorts will need to be inspired and inspire others to meet the business needs and drive organizations into the future.

    If you want to be inspired and discover how you can inspire others, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

    This all day event at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI will feature breakout sessions covering a wide variety of topics to inspire learning and living, as well as exhibitors from across the region. 

    We are also excited to welcome Lance Secretan as our keynote speaker.  Lance's latest book, "The Spark, the Flame and the Torch", will be the focus of his keynote speech and afternoon workshop. Learn more about Lance at http://www.secretan.com/.

    For more information regarding the learning summit, and to register, go to www.astdscwc.org.

    Registration includes a copy of the Keynote Speaker’s book!
    • 09 Mar 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 101 East Main Street, Manchester, IA
    Short on time and resources?  Learn different tips and techniques for creating training events where the likelihood of retention and engagement are increased. 


    Cost for non-members, including guests, is $10.00.  Hawkeye ASTD members attend at no charge. (Members must log in to the website to register without incurring the $10 guest fee.)

    This All-Chapter Program will be held at F&M Bank in Manchester.

    We look forward to seeing you at this program.

    • 06 May 2012
    • 09 May 2012
    • Denver, CO
    The conference will be held May 6-9, 2012 in Denver, Colorado, USA. Preconference workshops will be held on May 5.

    For more information, click here.
    • 11 May 2012
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
    • This is a site program, see the event description to find the site closest to you.
    While we can see reactions of participants - body language - in a classroom setting, how do we know, and if so, keep participants engaged during virtual training? 



    When registering, pick the site location most convenient for you.

    Cedar Falls/Waterloo Site Meeting Location: Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, 3421 West 9th Street (room 4), Waterloo
    Site Coordinator: Mike Davidson, michaeld@girlscoutstoday.org

    Cedar Rapids Site Meeting: Van Meter Industrial, 850 32nd Ave, Cedar Rapids
    Site Coordinator: Jenna Hamer, jenna.hamer@yellowbook.com

    Dubuque Site Meeting Location:  Honkamp Krueger, 2345 JFK Road, Dubuque
    Site Coordinator: Pam Mumm, pmumm@maximummeffect.com

    Iowa City Site Meeting Location:  MidWestOne Bank, 1906 Keokuk St, Iowa City
    Site Coordinator:
    Susan Weinschenk, sweinschenk@midwestone.com

    • 08 Jun 2012
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
    • This is a site program, see the event description to find the site closest to you.
    What is coaching - either with an internal or external coach?  How is it different from counseling, mentoring and performance management? 

    This session also looks at the key competencies necessary to be an effective coach. 



    When registering, pick the site location most convenient for you.

    Cedar Falls/Waterloo Site Meeting Location: Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, 3421 West 9th Street (room 4), Waterloo
    Site Coordinator: Mike Davidson, michaeld@girlscoutstoday.org

    Cedar Rapids Site Meeting: Van Meter Industrial, 850 32nd Ave, Cedar Rapids
    Site Coordinator: Jenna Hamer, jenna.hamer@yellowbook.com

    Dubuque Site Meeting Location:  Honkamp Krueger, 2345 JFK Road, Dubuque
    Site Coordinator: Pam Mumm, pmumm@maximummeffect.com

    Iowa City Site Meeting Location:  MidWestOne Bank, 1906 Keokuk St, Iowa City
    Site Coordinator:
    Susan Weinschenk, sweinschenk@midwestone.com

    • 13 Jul 2012
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
    • This is a site program, see the event description to find the site closest to you.
    As professionals in the learning and development arena we are continuously looking for ways to measure and evaluate training programs. 

    This session looks at the importance of doing so, but also some of the best practices for measuring & evaluating. 



    When registering, pick the site location most convenient for you.

    Cedar Falls/Waterloo Site Meeting Location: Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, 3421 West 9th Street (room 4), Waterloo
    Site Coordinator: Mike Davidson, michaeld@girlscoutstoday.org

    Cedar Rapids Site Meeting: Van Meter Industrial, 850 32nd Ave, Cedar Rapids
    Site Coordinator: Jenna Hamer, jenna.hamer@yellowbook.com

    Dubuque Site Meeting Location:  Honkamp Krueger, 2345 JFK Road, Dubuque
    Site Coordinator: Pam Mumm, pmumm@maximummeffect.com

    Iowa City Site Meeting Location:  MidWestOne Bank, 1906 Keokuk St, Iowa City
    Site Coordinator:
    Susan Weinschenk, sweinschenk@midwestone.com

    • 14 Sep 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 101 East Main Street, Manchester, IA
    Succession planning programs are a win-win for employees and organizations.  Employees remain engaged and excited due to the opportunity to further develop their skills, and organizations are better able to retain top talent. 

    This session provides an overview of the steps required to set up such a program, and lessons learned along the way.


    Cost for non-members, including guests, is $10.00.  Hawkeye ASTD members attend at no charge. (Members must log in to the website to register without incurring the $10 guest fee.)

    This All-Chapter Program will be held at F&M Bank in Manchester.

    We look forward to seeing you at this program.

    • 12 Oct 2012
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CDT)
    • This is a site program, see the event description to find the site closest to you.
    Why is innovation crucial for the success of a business?  What skills are necessary to be innovative?  How does your existing culture impact the ability to be innovative - is risk taking tolerated? 

    Join us in this meeting to discuss approaches for creating innovation within your organization.



    When registering, pick the site location most convenient for you.

    Cedar Falls/Waterloo Site Meeting Location: Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, 3421 West 9th Street (room 4), Waterloo
    Site Coordinator: Mike Davidson, michaeld@girlscoutstoday.org

    Cedar Rapids Site Meeting: Van Meter Industrial, 850 32nd Ave, Cedar Rapids
    Site Coordinator: Jenna Hamer, jenna.hamer@yellowbook.com

    Dubuque Site Meeting Location:  Honkamp Krueger, 2345 JFK Road, Dubuque
    Site Coordinator: Pam Mumm, pmumm@maximummeffect.com

    Iowa City Site Meeting Location:  MidWestOne Bank, 1906 Keokuk St, Iowa City
    Site Coordinator:
    Susan Weinschenk, sweinschenk@midwestone.com

    • 09 Nov 2012
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 101 East Main Street, Manchester, IA
    Check back soon for more information about this all-chapter program.


    Cost for non-members, including guests, is $10.00.  Hawkeye ASTD members attend at no charge. (Members must log in to the website to register without incurring the $10 guest fee.)

    This All-Chapter Program will be held at F&M Bank in Manchester.

    We look forward to seeing you at this program.

 
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