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Designing training that is engaging, compassionate and informative is key for instructional designer Hallie Martyniuk, principal at TD3 Consulting. She shares how working in crime victim services has shaped her approach to designing learning about subjects that need to be addressed with sensitivity.

 

When every second counts, the right training can make all the difference. Ken Zipovsky, Grants Manager and Technology Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association, joins us to share how the Pennsylvania Virtual Training Network (PAVTN) is transforming law enforcement education. Discover how online training helps officers stay prepared, adapt to new technology, and meet evolving community expectations.

d'Vinci Interactive is pleased to announce the addition of Kristen Michaelson to the team as an Educational Sales Consultant. Michaelson will play a key role in expanding the reach of d’Vinci’s compliance training solutions products, including Protecting Human Research Participants (PHRP) and Mandated Reporter Academy, to new institutional partners across the country.

When Penske Logistics set out to build a training curriculum for operations managers, they decided to go beyond eLearning and job aids—they added a powerful new tool: internal podcasts. Pat Schneider, Senior L&D Consultant at Penske Logistics shares how his team uses podcasts to bring authentic leadership voices to the forefront of learning.

Recent onboarding statistics from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) validate that organizations with formal onboarding programs experience 50% higher employee retention and a 62% increase in productivity among new hires.

Yet too often, onboarding is treated as an HR checkbox instead of a strategic advantage. Onboarding isn’t just a formality—it’s your chance to make a lasting first impression on the people who will represent your mission every day.

Members of Central PA ATD’s leadership—Phyllis Metzler, Gina Sweeney, and Robyn DeFelice talk about the power of community, mentorship, and stepping up to lead. Discover how joining and volunteering with ATD helped them grow their careers and their networks—and how it can do the same for you.

 

At Flagger Force, safety is more than policy—it’s their culture. And it starts with smart, accessible training and open communication. Luke Lazar and Leslie McRobbie of Flagger Force, an industry-leading, short-term traffic control company, share how their “In the Zone” app and FF Learn microlearning program are keeping thousands of field employees engaged, informed, and safe every single day.

Find out how Mid Penn Bank is reimagining workforce development with Mid Penn University. University Director and VP Scott Bostjancic shares how a visionary leadership team, high-end tech, and a commitment to personalized, skills-based learning are transforming training—and empowering employees at every level to grow their careers.

Digital cohort-based learning programs that combine live sessions with interactive assignments and peer collaboration are increasing in popularity especially in leadership development. This is apparent in Brandon Hall Group’s recent study “Igniting the Leadership Spark.” Their Principal Analyst Matt Pittman shares his insights on the study and what’s behind the growth of cohort-based approaches.

The 2025 CGA Conference & Expo offered a compelling look at where the damage prevention industry is headed—and how training and education are evolving to support that progress. Here are five key takeaways that stood out—and what they mean for how we continue to build safer, smarter teams across the industry.