Held each spring, this premier event for workplace learning and development professionals welcomes 8,000 attendees from more than 70 countries. These professionals manage all aspects of learning in their organizations. From CEO to specialist, from dean to student, ASTD 2014 welcomes people from across the globe. Learning is a key driver in companies big and small. At ASTD's International Conference & Exposition, we typically bring Fortune 500 companies like Wal-Mart, Exxon Mobil, General Electric, Bank of America, and AT&T together to share what they are doing in learning to help grow businesses of all sizes.

1. The Premier
Conference for
Workplace Learning
& Development
May 4-7, 2014
Washington D.C.

2. The Largest Global Event
for L&D Professionals
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Premier event for learning & development professionals
65 years’ history
300 educational sessions from industry-leading experts
World-class EXPO
Global participation: attendees from over 80 countries

3. Global Presence by
Numbers in ASTD 2013
 9,000 total attendees
 2,200 International attendees
representing 87 countries
 300 Education sessions
 318 Speakers from 22 countries
 60+ international delegations
 368 exhibitors

4. Top Attending Countries
outside the US in ASTD 2013

5. Attendee Profile
TOP TITLES
Chairman & CEO
Chief Learning Officer
Chief Talent Strategist
Computer Training Chief
Corporate Training Director
Senior Director of Training
Deputy Chief of Training & Development
Director of Distance Learning
Director of Human Resources
Director of Sales Training
Education & Training Officer
SVP of Learning & Development
e-Learning Director
Head of Training and Business Development
Director of Organizational Knowledge
Director of Corporate University
Regional L&D Officer
Senior Director of Human Resources
VP of Learning

6. The Location
Washington DC
May 4-7, 2014
 One of the world’s most talked-about destinations
 A wide assortment of fantastic, free attractions
 Magnificent memorials and monuments on the National Mall

7. The Location
Washington DC
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center
801 Mt. Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC 20001

8. Schedule at a Glance
Detailed Schedule Coming Soon!
Dates
Programs & Events
Thursday - Saturday Certificate Programs
May 1-3, 2013
Saturday Certificate Programs, Preconference Workshops
May 3, 2013
Sunday International Attendee Orientation, Newcomers Orientation,
May 4, 2013 Education Sessions, Annual Meeting
Monday General Session, Expo Open, Education Sessions, International
May 5, 2013 Reception
Tuesday General Session, Expo Open, Education Sessions, ASTD
May 6, 2013 Networking Night
Wednesday Education Sessions, Expo Open, Closing Session
May 7, 2013

9. Conference Tracks
Nine Content Tracks
 Career Development
 Training Design & Delivery
 Global Human Resource
Development
 Human Capital
 Leadership Development
 Learning Technologies
 Learning Measurement &
Analytics
 Workforce Development for
Non-Training Professionals
 The Science of Learning
Three Industry Tracks
 Government
 Higher Education
 Sales Enablement

10. Pre-Conference Sessions
Attended by Hundreds of People
Preconference Workshops
(1 day program)
 Interactive workshops with hands-on approach
 Ideal way to develop new skills or gain new
perspectives while focusing in-depth on a topic
Certificate Programs
(2-3 day program)
 Practical content presented by expert
practitioners
 Enhance your competitive advantage and
advance your professional development
 Participants receive an ASTD certificate

11. Keynote Speakers
Arianna
Huffington
Arianna Huffington is the chair, president, and editor-in-chief of The
Huffington Post Media Group, as well as a nationally syndicated
columnist and author of 13 books.
In May 2005, she launched The Huffington Post, a news and blog site that
quickly became one of the most widely read, linked to, and frequently
cited media brands on the Internet. In 2012, the site won a Pulitzer Prize
for national reporting.
In 2013, she was named to the Forbes Most Powerful Women list. In
2006, and again in 2011, she was named to the TIME 100, TIME
magazine's list of the world's 100 most influential people.
Originally from Greece, she moved to England when she was 16 and
graduated from Cambridge University with an MA in economics. At 21,
she became president of the famed debating society, the Cambridge
Union.

12. Keynote Speakers
General Stan
McChrystal
A four-star general, he is the former commander of U.S. and international
forces in Afghanistan and the former leader of Joint Special Operations
Command (JSOC). He is also the author of the bestselling leadership
book, My Share of the Task: A Memoir. McChrystal, a former Green Beret,
is known for his candor, innovative leadership, and going the distance.
General McChrystal co-founded the McChrystal Group in January 2011.
Its mission is to deliver innovative leadership solutions to organizations,
which help them transform and succeed in challenging and dynamic
environments. To do this, the group teaches McChrystal's leadership
methodology CrossLead, whose principles and operational structure are
based on his military successes. CrossLead also addresses key leadership
principles such as transparency and inclusion, leveraging the power of
teams, and sharing a clear vision.

13. Keynote Speakers
Kevin
Carroll
Kevin Carroll is the founder of Kevin Carroll Katalyst LLC and the author of
three highly successful books, Rules of the Red Rubber Ball, What's Your
Red Rubber Ball?!, and The Red Rubber Ball at Work. As an author,
speaker and agent for social change (aka. the Katalyst), it is Carroll's "job"
to inspire businesses, organizations and individuals - from CEOs and
employees of Fortune 500 companies to schoolchildren - to embrace
their spirit of play and creativity to maximize their human potential and
sustain more meaningful business and personal growth.
Carroll has dedicated his life to advancing sports and play as a vehicle for
social change and success. He partners with NGOs and businesses around
the world that share his vision and goals. He was honored to address the
United Nations as part of the UN Year of Sports for Development and
Peace in 2005. In 2013, Kevin was named by SUCCESS magazine as one of
19 "SEERS - changing the world!"

14. Leaders of the Profession
Michael Allen
Ken Blanchard
Elaine Biech
These leaders have made significant
contributions to the profession
through seminal content that
continues to be used by you and
your colleagues.
They continue to bring in new ideas
and tools to our industry.
Many of their sessions will be
repeated to give you two
opportunities to attend.
Bob Pike
Jack Phillips
* Speaker are subject to change and updates
Ruth Clark

15. Industry’s Largest EXPO
Attendees walks the EXPO between
education sessions, networking with
their peers.
Over 360 exhibitors showcase their
cutting edge resources, tools, and
solutions—available to help take leaning
and development in new directions.

16. Networking Night
Details to be announced soon!
More than 2,000 conference attendees enjoyed ASTD Networking Night at ASTD 2013 in
Dallas. Attendees had the unique opportunity to practice their line dancing skills, listen
to live music, taste southern food, ride the mechanical bull, and so much more…

17. Top Reasons to Attend
ASTD 2014
 The largest conference in the field providing the
most choices for your professional development
 World-renowned experts
 300 top-rated educational sessions
 Benchmarking against today’s leading companies.
 World-class EXPO
 Networking with like-minded peers from around the world

18. Special Events
International Orientation
 Informative session on what to expect and how to get the most from the conference
 Great networking opportunity for international attendees

19. Special Events
International Reception
 Organized for attendees from outside of the United States
 Attended by more than 700 participants in ASTD 2013
 International delegations were recognized by ASTD President & CEO, Tony Bingham

20. Global Village
Network with your colleagues from around the world
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Relax and enjoy complimentary refreshments
Plan your conference meetings and activities
Post messages to connect with other attendees
Meet ASTD International Relations staff

21. International Delegation
Join or Organize
Benefits of Delegation
 Special registration rate
 One free registration for every 10 paid
 Special recognition during the conference in
the program guide & elsewhere
 Marketing support from ASTD
 Networking room, early badge pickup, &
access to other delegation-only services
* Requires 5 or more registrations to organize

22. Simultaneous Interpretation
한국어
Simultaneous interpretation is offered for several sessions in
three languages:
Korean, Japanese, and Chinese (Mandarin)
* The interpretation services were available for a fee.
日本語
中文

23. Registration
Rates
(USD/person)
ASTD Member
with
Membership**
Non-Member
Early Bird Rate
$1,200
$1,369
$1,500
Now - 01/31/2014
Advanced Rate
$1,500
$1,669
$1,800
02/01 - 03/31/2014
Regular &
On-Site Rate
$1,800
$1,969
$2,100
04/01 - 05/04/2014
*Early Bird Delegation
Rate (5 or more)
$1,100
$1,269
$1,400
Now - 01/31/2014
Delegation Rate
(5 or more)
$1,200
$1,369
$1,500
02/01 - 04/30/2014
Effective Period
* Payment must be received by 01/31/2014 for “Early Bird Delegation Rate”
** Based on ASTD e-membership. Membership price will increase beginning 01/01/2014. For more information about
new ASTD membership, visit http://www.astd.org/Engage

24. 4 Ways to Register
1. Online: ASTD Store
2. Mail: Download and fill out the
Registration Form from
www.astdconference.com
3. Phone:
Call ASTD Customer Care: 855.677.3484
4. Wire Transfer:
Please visit www.astd.org/wiretransfer

25. Hotels and Travel
ASTD has reserved rooms with discounted rates at area hotels
in Dallas. Reserve your room early for the best chance of
getting your first choice.
 Online: http://www.wynjade.com/astd14/
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Individual Reservations:
1-800-931-6029 (US & Canada)
1-972-349-5561 (International)
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Groups of 10 or more
1-800-931-6032 (US & Canada)
1-972-349-5562 (International)
If needed, contact ASTD for invitation letter
for U.S. visa interviews.
Contact early to leave enough time for your
visa application.
Complete visa information can be found at
the U.S. Department of State website.

26. See You in Washington DC!
Email
Phone
Fax
international@astd.org
+1.703.683.8161
+1.703.683.8193