ATD NYC Unlocked

In the second part of my interview with Lauren Dike, Founder and CEO of Harmonna Inclusive Wellbeing, we discuss how to build genuine connections at work, practical steps to sustainable care, and high-impact ways to support mental health in the workplace without a big spend.

Tune in to ATD NYC Unlocked to discover how your organization can stay ahead of the curve when it comes to employee well-being.

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After a winter break, ATD NYC Unlocked is back! On this episode, I speak with Lauren Dike, Founder and CEO of Harmonna Inclusive Wellbeing, on the future of workplace health. 

We discuss how well-being is becoming a core business strategy, the difference between intention and just checking the box, and what an “emotionally regulated” leader looks like in action.

Tune in to discover what companies are doing to help and support their...

In this inspiring conversation, JD Valladares Williams talks with Lee Kim about the intersection of design, empathy, and learning. Lee reveals how she uses gamification not just to teach, but to connect people through shared experiences—where every learner becomes a co-creator. Together, they unpack how care, curiosity, and courage can transform corporate learning into a soulful, human-centered journey.

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What if small, timely prompts could transform how we learn and lead? In this episode of ATD NYC Unlocked, I speak with Jake Tenenbaum, Principal Digital Strategy Consultant at Adobe, about the rise of nudgetech—AI-driven nudges delivered through tools like Slack, Teams, and email. Grounded in nudge theory, we explore how nudges shape real-time coaching, engagement, and collaboration. Jake shares insights on balancing autonomy, avoi...

That's a wrap on ATD NYC Unlocked Season 2! From all of us at ATD NYC, thank you for tuning in, and we wish you and yours a very Happy Holiday season!

Here’s where to find your hosts:

Marina: linkedin.com/in/marinafield

Samantha: linkedin.com/in/samantha-peller

Here's where to find our Administrative/Marketing Coordinator, Tanaya Pandeya: linkedin.com/in/tanayapandeya/

Here where to find our Guest Host/Assistant Audio Enginee...

“Your network is your net worth.” - Jessica Nguyen

Do you have a budding entrepreneur in you? Have you always thought about starting your own consulting business but not sure how? In today’s episode, Jessica Nguyen, founder of Feed Learning, shares her insights on setting up her own Talent and Development consulting firm. From tips on how to handle rejection to how to grow your business, this conversation is loaded with anecdotes a...

Get ready to explore a game changing tool designed to help you create more effective learning experiences. In this episode, we’ll introduce you to the Learning Experience Canvas, a dynamic tool created by Niels Floor designed to bolster your training design and decision processes. So tune in to hear more about this insightful resource shared by ATD NYC Former President Jenny Eng. 

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Download the tool at LXCanv...

“The reality that I've at least seen is that leaders do not prioritize team development in this way…it's usually when there's dysfunction when there's smoke, when there's an actual dumpster fire of a team dynamic that leaders will pull people in for this type of intervention.” -Ian Saville

Have you ever experienced the frustration of working on a dysfunctional team? How do you move from dysfunction to a collaborative, adaptable, hi...

When you’re conducting a virtual training, creating a sense of community is critical. Tune in to learn how a simple icebreaker technique using emojis can lead to increased connection and engagement!

Here’s where to find your hosts:

Marina: linkedin.com/in/marinafield

Samantha: linkedin.com/in/samantha-peller

Here's where to find our Administrative/Marketing Coordinator, Tanaya Pandeya: linkedin.com/in/tanayapandeya

Here wher...

“...know that leadership is not made with a cookie cutter, you can still be your own person, and grow into the type of leader that you want to be or aspire to be…” -Nora Sacchi

Imagine having a proven blueprint to develop the next generation of strong, capable leaders in your organization. 

In this episode we feature Nora Sacchi, organizational development consultant and training specialist, who co-developed a comprehensive 6 month...

In today's episode of the ATD NYC Unlocked Podcast, Unlocked Insights we explore how mindfulness can transform your coaching sessions. Learn techniques to help you and your clients stay present, foster deeper self-awareness, and create a more thoughtful and impactful coaching environment. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or looking to incorporate it more fully into your practice, this episode will offer practical insights to enhan...

“I think people tend to look around their workplace and make an assumption that disability isn't all that present in their environments. And that's just not true.” -Zoë Troxell-Whitman

One in four people you meet could have a disability that impacts their daily lives. Does that surprise you? In this episode, we explore the realities of disability in the workplace with disability advocate, consultant, and Columbia University docto...

In this episode of the ATD NYC Unlocked Podcast, Unlocked Insights Guest Host and Assistant Audio Engineer, Irini Gaglos, joins us to share some powerful productivity techniques to help keep you motivated throughout your workday. From time management strategies to staying focused on tasks, Irini’s insights will give you the tools to maintain energy and momentum no matter how busy your schedule gets. Tune in to learn how to optimize...

“At the end of the day, if you have a CEO that's not modeling accountability and transparency, and is not placing an emphasis on learning from mistakes…then there's almost nothing a genius L&D person can do.” - Megan Rees

Most of us have heard horror stories of toxic workplace environments. Whether it is a first-or second-hand experience, we know that such situations leave a lasting impression on a person. In today’s episode, w...

In this week’s episode of the ATD NYC Unlocked Podcast Unlocked Insights, co-host Samantha Peller shares one of her favorite tips for creating effective training: using real-world scenarios and case studies. Learn how this approach helps learners connect theory to practice, develop critical thinking, and solve problems they might encounter on the job. Samantha also discusses the importance of working with subject matter experts to ...

“So if you help employees be more inspired in the workplace, you can actually help them enhance their workplace performance and their well-being at the same time…” - Allison Holzer

How do you define inspiration? What does it mean to you? In today’s episode, Allison Holzer helps us explore these questions, providing insight on this multifaceted concept. As a co-founder and principal consultant of InspireCorps, an inspiration based p...