Adding Value with Valuable Learning: Leveraging Adult Learning Theory

When:  Aug 25, 2021 from 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM (CT)

Learning Objectives

  • Identify best practices in virtual learning
  • Recall adult learning theory best practices

Summary

Associations are known for their ability to provide best-in-class training opportunities for members. In fact, professional development is often cited as one of the reasons members join associations in the first place. This session will explore how to engage learners in a virtual or hybrid environment leveraging adult learning theory. Members boost their career prospects through learning and certification, so ensuring relevant, engaging education that improves the learner’s experience is critical.

Presenter

Melisa Galasso, CPA

Melisa is an award-winning speaker, CPA, and female entrepreneur. Melisa is a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and has earned the Association for Talent Development Master Trainer™ designation. Her passion for instructional design and adult learning techniques is one of the differentiators that set her apart from other CPE providers. She also serves on the FASB’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC), the AICPA’s Governing Council, the VSCPA’s Board of Directors and is Chair of the NCACPA’s A&A Committee. She received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting and International Business from Georgetown University.   

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Message from the 2024 Women's Forum Subcommittee Chair

Caley Mutrie, CAE, IOM

The WSAE Women’s Forum is excited to present its third annual conference: Leading Out Loud. This conference will unite women and allies in the association, nonprofit, and hospitality industries. 

Terry Pearce coined "Leading Out Loud" in his 1995 book Leading Out Loud: Inspiring Change Through Authentic Communications. When we lead out loud, we communicate authentically from the inside out. And that's what the 2024 WSAE Women's Forum is about - bringing our authentic selves together for a day of sharing, listening, learning from each other's wisdom and experience, and creating genuine connections. 

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This year's Women's Forum will create space for consequential discussions, motivating us to tap into our unique inner voices and raise them for personal and collective benefit in the workplace, our homes, our communities, and our hearts and minds. This year's program is a day-long conversation between our presenters, facilitators, and you. So, ask your questions and share your experiences and successes as we inspire each other to raise our voices and lead out loud. 

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