About the American Society for Training & Development

The American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to the training and development field. In more than 100 countries, ASTD’s members work in organizations of all sizes, in the private and public sectors, as independent consultants, and as suppliers. Members connect locally in 130 U.S. chapters and with 30 international partners.

ASTD provides world-class professional development opportunities, content, networking, and resources for training and development professionals. Dedicated to helping members increase their relevance, enhance their skills, and align learning to organizational results, ASTD sets the standard for best practices within the profession.

ASTD started in 1943 and in recent years has widened the profession’s focus to align learning and performance to organizational results, and is a sought-after voice on critical public policy issues. For more information visit www.astd.org.