S7 E1 Why Conferences Still Matter: Getting the Most Out of ATD OrgDev with Rusty Shields

Professional conferences are about so much more than keynote sessions and collecting swag. They're opportunities to challenge your thinking, build meaningful relationships, discover new ideas, and reconnect with why you do this work in the first place.In this episode of the ifyouaskbetty podcast, Betty Dannewitz sits down with longtime ATD leader, facilitator, and ATD OrgDev Conference speaker Rusty Shields to talk about why conferences still matter, what makes the OrgDev community unique, and how attendees can make the most of every conversation, session, and hallway connection. Together, Betty and Rusty discuss the evolving challenges facing organization development professionals, preview this year's conference, share practical advice for first-time attendees, and reflect on what they hope the profession never loses as it continues to evolve.