Association Talent Development

The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is a professional membership organization focused on empowering individuals to develop talent in the workplace. Founded in 1943, ATD has grown into a global entity with members from over 100 countries, representing various industries and organization sizes. Its mission is to help professionals enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities, contributing to a vision of creating a world that works better. ATD offers a variety of services and products to support talent development professionals. These include educational programs, certifications such as the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and the Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD), and a wealth of content like articles, podcasts, and magazines. The organization also hosts conferences for networking and learning opportunities and provides a Talent Development Capability Model to guide professionals in their roles.