Iowa Trends in Talent Development: How Do the 2022 Survey Results Impact You?

Presented by Todd McDonald, President, & Libby Roberts, Training Manager

Join us to examine the results of ATW’s annual Iowa Trends in Talent Development Survey. Released by ATW Training Solutions in the fall of 2022, we will explore the report for information you can use to fine tune your 2023 planning. 

• Compare Iowa talent development investment to national data
• Recognize the identified top talent development focus areas for 2023
• Compare trends in delivery methodology with the approach in your organization
• Address significant challenges to implementing talent development strategies

About Our Presenters

Todd McDonald, President

Todd McDonald founded ATW in 1999 after spending 15 years in various Human Resource and Training roles in industries such as finance, insurance, banking and manufacturing.  He also served as Executive Vice President of American Media, Inc., the largest producer of training videos at the time with products in 72 countries and 27 languages.

Todd has authored two books: one on communication between managers and their employees, "I Wish You Would Just..." and the other on time management, "How to Find 100 Extra Minutes a Day."

When not leading the efforts of ATW, you can find Todd volunteering and serving on numerous boards on a local and national level.  And when there is free time, you can find Todd spending time with his wife, kids and growing family of grandchildren.

Libby Roberts, Training Manager

Libby joined ATW in 2016 after spending nearly 10 years in banking, where she started in customer service and moved to management and talent development. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Simpson College and holds a master’s degree in Adult Learning and Organizational Performance from Drake University.

Libby’s passion is people, and she strives to create an environment where all participants are welcomed, engaged, and challenged to move out of their comfort zones. Libby integrates instructional design, program development, and relationship building to her role as Training Manager.

Outside of work, Libby enjoys spending time with friends and family, attending concerts, and enjoying the great outdoors with her husband, Brett.