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OUR PARTNERSHIP PHILOSOPHY 

A strong talent development community requires broad collaboration across industries, institutions, and innovations. Strategic Partners help us:

  • Expand statewide access to learning
  • Elevate leadership and workplace excellence
  • Build inclusive development opportunities
  • Strengthen professional community networks
  • Showcase best-in-class organizational practices

We believe in partnerships built on mutual benefit, shared purpose, and long-term alignment.



Strategic Partnerships at ATD Greater Atlanta

Expanding impact. Elevating learning. Strengthening Georgia’s talent ecosystem.

ATD Greater Atlanta is more than a professional association — we are a statewide talent development hub. Our Strategic Partnerships unlock opportunities for organizations, institutions, and community partners to shape the future of learning and leadership across Georgia.

Partnerships extend beyond sponsorships.
They represent shared vision, shared value, and shared impact.

In 2026, ATD-GA is expanding its model to include:

  • Annual Chapter Partners

  • Collaborative Program Partners

  • Community & Venue Partners

  • Corporate Host Partners

  • Strategic Regional Partnerships

  • ACE / Southeastern Conference Partners

Each partnership plays a unique role in strengthening the talent ecosystem.

For partnership inquiries:
vp_strategicpartners@atdatlanta.org

                                            


    Ways to Partner With ATD Greater Atlanta

    Annual Chapter Partners (Year-Round Alignment)

    Collaborative Program Partners

    Community & In-Kind Partners

    Our annual partners support the ecosystem across the full calendar year.

    They receive year-round visibility, recurring activation opportunities, and access to ATD-GA’s full audience footprint.

    Annual Partners benefit from:

    • Website visibility
    • Quarterly social highlights
    • Opportunities to host or co-lead learning experiences
    • ACE exhibitor presence
    • Complimentary registration access codes
    • Editorial visibility (newsletter/blog)
    • Strategic co-branding aligned with ATD-GA mission

    Programs supported by Annual Partners span:

    • Leadership Academy
    • Mentorship Program
    • Senior Learning Leaders Forum
    • Chapter Meetings
    • Community Events
    • Employee Learning Week

    These partners align their content expertise or development tools with one or more of ATD-GA’s Signature Programs, including:

    • Mentorship Program
    • Leadership Academy
    • Senior Learning Leaders Forum
    • Employee Learning Week
    • Holiday Celebration – Seasons of Learning & Leadership

    Collaborative Program Partners may:

    • Lead approved learning segments (educational, not promotional)
    • Provide development resources or assessments
    • Support cohort-based learning
    • Host or support program events
    • Engage with participants across the full program lifecycle

    This partnership is ideal for organizations committed to deep learning impact.


    Community Partners contribute in powerful, non-cash ways that strengthen chapter operations and member experience.

    Examples include:

    • Venue space & A/V
    • Catering & hospitality
    • Graphic design or creative services
    • Coaching, facilitation, consulting
    • Technology, software, or platforms
    • Swag, giveaways, printing, or event materials

    Community Partners receive:

    • Website visibility
    • Social media recognition
    • Event recognition
    • Optional ACE exhibitor table or chapter meeting spotlight (based on tier)

    This path is perfect for local businesses, nonprofits, universities, and organizations that want to support their community through in-kind contributions.


    Corporate Host Partners

    Corporate Host Partners provide space for:

    • Chapter Meetings
    • Leadership Academy sessions
    • Mentorship events
    • Senior Leader Forums
    • Community engagement experiences

    Host Partners receive:

    • “Hosting Partner” status
    • Logo and recognition on the event listing
    • Special shoutouts in newsletters and on social media
    • 2–5 complimentary staff registrations
    • Optional visibility remarks or brief welcome at the hosted event

    This partnership helps bring ATD-GA programs closer to where our members live and work, supporting hybrid engagement and expanding access across Greater Atlanta.


    Regional Strategic Partners

    ATD Greater Atlanta is growing its footprint across:

    • Corporate teams
    • Universities
    • Government & public sector organizations
    • Nonprofits
    • Professional associations
    • Talent development startups & innovators

    Regional Strategic Partners engage in multi-year collaborations that may include:

    • Joint programming
    • Conference participation
    • Internship or mentorship pipelines
    • Cross-chapter collaborations
    • Talent development research or data
    • Career pathways and workforce initiatives

    This partnership aligns with ATD-GA’s mission to advance learning across Georgia.


    ACE / Southeastern Conference Partners

    Our largest platform for visibility and engagement.

    ACE / Southeastern Conference partners gain access to:

    • 150–350+ attendees
    • Decision-makers in HR, L&D, OD, and talent strategy
    • Speaking, sponsoring, and exhibiting opportunities
    • Regional reach and multi-chapter collaboration
    • A full-day learning and networking experience

    Available roles include:

    • Title Partner
    • Visionary Partner
    • Innovator Partner
    • Supporter Partner
    • Exhibitor Partner
    • Community Partner (in-kind or venue-related support)

    This is the most visible event partnership of the year.

               


    WHY PARTNER WITH ATD GREATER ATLANTA?

    Partnership with ATD-GA means aligning with:

    • A 70-year legacy of talent development
    • A statewide professional network
    • A powerful cross-industry membership base
    • Year-round programs for every career level
    • Regional conference visibility
    • Digital reach across 15,000+ professionals

    Our partners support learning that drives better leaders, stronger organizations, and thriving workplaces.

    And in return, they receive:

    • Premium brand visibility
    • Access to high-value professional audiences
    • Relationship-building opportunities
    • Co-branded learning and networking moments
    • Opportunities to spotlight offerings through approved educational content
    • The ability to contribute meaningfully to Georgia’s talent ecosystem


    BECOME A STRATEGIC PARTNER


    Let’s build something that moves the profession forward.

    Whether you're interested in:

    • Year-round partnership

    • Program-level collaboration

    • Sponsorship opportunities

    • Venue hosting

    • Community partnership

    • Conference engagement

    We’ll help you design a partnership that aligns with your mission, goals, and visibility needs.

    📧 vp_strategicpartners@atdatlanta.org

    📞 (770) 421-5315

    🌐 www.atdatlanta.org


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    Atlanta, GA 30328

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