Mark your calendars and join me on Tuesday, September 18, 2018, for a webinar hosted by the team at getAbstract! We’ll be discussing why human connection is considered a superpower for individuals and organizations, how to build a Connection Culture in your workplace, and much more. 

Date: September 18, 2018
Time: 8:15-9:15 a.m. CDT
Event: getAbstract Webinar: Superpower Connection Culture
Topic: Superpower Connection Culture: 7 Practices to Become Smarter, Happier and More Productive
Sponsor: getAbstract
Public: Public
Registration: Click here to register.

The UCLA neuroscientist Matthew Lieberman calls human connection a superpower that makes people smarter, happier, and more productive. It’s also a superpower for organizations that helps to produce sustainable superior performance. Isolation, on the other hand, produces the exact opposite results for individuals and organizations.

Join me on July 12 for a webcast hosted by ATD to discuss the research behind why connection is so critical and practical ways you can increase connection in your life and workplace.

Date: July 12, 2018
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT
Event: ATD Webcast: The Superpower of Human Connection and the Perils of Isolation
Sponsor: Association for Talent Development (ATD)
Public: Private
Registration: Click here to register.
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Join me on May 30, 2018, for a complimentary webinar hosted by Terryberry. We’ll discuss why people and organizations need Connection Cultures to thrive and share practical ways to that you can begin to connect with others.

Date: May 30, 2018
Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT
Event: Complimentary Webinar Hosted by Terryberry
Topic: Creating an Engaging and Life-Lengthening Workplace Culture
Sponsor: Terryberry
Public: Public
Registration: Click here to register.

Does your organization have the data capture and practices in place to develop engaged employees from the time they are recruited through onboarding and ongoing training? Has your organization identified “moments of truth” in the employee experience that make or break employee engagement?

At the ATD TalentNext Conference, I’ll share how to develop employee experience paths that address the needs and desires of different employee segments using frameworks and metrics used by marketing professionals.

Register for the conference today and save 30% with the code TALENTNEXT30.

Date: November 8, 2017
Time: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Event: Presentation at ATD TalentNext Conference
Topic: Developing Engaged Employees
Sponsor: Association for Talent Development (ATD)
Venue: West Palm Beach Hilton
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Public: Public
Registration: Click here to register.
More Info: Click here for more information.

I’m thrilled to be giving the keynote speech at Costco’s Annual International Managers Meeting. Approximately 1,300 Costco leaders will learn what makes a Connection Culture so powerful and how they can be intentional about preserving their organization’s unique culture.

Date: August 2, 2017
Event: Keynote Speech at Costco's Annual International Managers Meeting
Public: Private

To consider me for your speaking event, click here.

I’d like you to be aware of the upcoming workshop co-offered by New Jersey Organization Development and TCU Center for Connection Culture that is being opened up to outside individuals for a limited time. Here is a rare opportunity for you to experience the workshop we do for institutions and consider whether to bring it to your own organization. I hope to see you there!

Date: November 3, 2016
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Event: Connection Culture Workshop on November 3
Topic: How to Build a Connection Culture in the Workshop
Sponsor: New Jersey Organization Development
Venue: Ramada Plaza in Newark, NJ
Location: 160 Frontage Road
Newark, NJ 07114
Public: Public
Registration: Click here to register.
More Info: Click here for more information.

I’m pleased to announce that Dr. Todd Hall, chief scientist at E Pluribus Partners, will join me on July 12 for a webcast hosted by the Human Capital Institute. We’ll discuss why traditional approaches to employee engagement don’t work and what you can do instead to develop a culture that fosters high levels of engagement and connection.

Date: July 12, 2016
Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m. EST
Event: Human Capital Institute Webcast Featuring Michael Stallard and Dr. Todd Hall
Topic: Connection Culture: A Proven Path to Boost Employee Engagement and Performance
Sponsor: Human Capital Institute (HCI)
Public: Private
Registration: Click here to register.
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I’m looking forward giving a presentation at the upcoming ATD International Conference & Exposition. In it, I’ll talk about how the 3V leadership model helps organizations to create healthy, life-giving cultures that combat toxic stress and improve performance. If you are attending the conference, I hope that you will join me for this informative session.

Date: May 22, 2016
Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Event: Presentation at ATD International Conference & Exposition
Topic: 3V Leadership Model: Developing a High-Performance, Life-Giving Culture
Sponsor: ATD
Venue: Colorado Convention Center
Location: 700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Public: Private
Registration: Click here to register.

I look forward to giving the afternoon keynote address at the 2016 Annual Sharing Day hosted by NJ Organization Development. This year’s program will focus on exploring a deeper understanding of what’s really needed from leaders in today’s chaotic and ever changing business climate. Click the links below for registration details.

Date: May 5, 2016
Time: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Event: NJ Organization Development Annual Sharing Day
Sponsor: NJ Organization Development (NJOD)
Venue: Ramada Plaza Inn, Newark Airport
Location: 160 Frontage Road
Newark, NJ 07114
Public: Public
Registration: Click here to register.
More Info: Click here for more information.

This April, I will be teaching a three-part webinar series on Connection Culture for HRDQ-U. In it, you will learn:

  • Three types of subcultures in organizations;
  • The six human needs to thrive;
  • The five elements of a Connection Culture;
  • Best practices of individuals who create Connection Cultures; and
  • How to use the 100 Ways to Connect Coaching Guide

I hope to see you there!

Date: April 19, 2016—April 21, 2016
Event: HRDQ-U Webinar Series on Connection Culture
Topic: Connection Culture: Boost Employee Engagement, Productivity and Innovation
Sponsor: HRDQ-U
Public: Public
Registration: Click here to register.
More Info: Click here for more information.