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What is the future of OD? This question is a hot topic: one that is actively being discussed among OD scholars and practitioners. We would like to contribute to the dialogue this year through our Network News. What is your perspective? Where do you want our field to go? How will the actions we take now shape the future of our field? With this article, we introduce our plan for a series of articles and “op ed” pieces featuring the thoughts, ideas and opinions of our OD Network members and thought leaders on the future of OD. We want to hear from you. If you have an article to submit or would like the chance to write one for our newsletter, please contact us at communication@odnetork.org. Join the conversation. The Future of OD — One Practitioner's View by Cindy Miller, OD Network Board Member
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The wisdom and practice of the Organization Development profession is needed now more than ever. We must be open to the ways OD practices are spreading and welcome the broadening interest in our field. The OD skill set has traditionally been closely held by educated experts who have honed their craft through research and client work over time. These scholars and practitioners have invested deeply, given generously and are held in high regard with respect and admiration. We need OD experts. We learn from them. They inspire us and they always will.
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| Enjoy the Benefits of Membership
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The OD Network is THE organization for the OD profession. We're your source to CONNECT with other OD professionals, GROW your knowledge and skills as practitioners, and have positive IMPACT on your organizations, communities, and the world. Members have access to a broad range of benefits: Career Building Learning - NEW IN 2018: Get FREE ACCESS to the OD Practitioner Self-Assessment, built on our own Global OD Practice Framework™ currently available ONLY to OD Network members
- Stay up-to-date on the theory and practice of organization development with OD Practitioner, the OD Network’s quarterly peer-reviewed journal ($90 annual value)
- Receive discounted pricing for
- Get access to Network Connections, a monthly digest of current articles relevant to OD practitioners
- Use our member-only toolkit for OD practices, processes, case studies/scenarios, methods, theories, and approaches to support organization change efforts
- Get discounts from our Business Partners
- Join our monthly Chair Chat to talk with OD Network leadership about developments within the profession and the OD Network
Networking - Get Involved! Volunteer your expertise to help keep the OD Network at the forefront of the OD profession, forge new professional relationships, and refine your skills
- Participate in the Welcome Group Program to meet other new members and learn more about the OD Network
- Search our member directory to find colleagues in your area
- Join over 50,000 professionals in our LinkedIn group
- Participate in email discussions with other OD professionals through our listserv
If you need assistance with your membership application or renewal, call the OD Network's member services team at 651-379-7292.
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| Have You Taken the OD Practitioner Self-Assessment?
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| Over the past several years dedicated volunteers have worked to develop the Global OD Practice Framework™, which defines five distinct skill areas for OD professionals. The framework illustrates the knowledge, skills and behaviors that OD practitioners need to succeed in a dynamic business environment. Mastering each area is vital ensuring successful outcomes for your clients. But how do you know where your strengths are, and where you can make improvements?
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| Be Part of Creating the 2018 Conference
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Save the Date! 2018 OD Network Conference
Oct. 18-21, 2018
Hilton Alexandria Mark Center
Alexandria, VA
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Call for Conference Committee Volunteers The #ODN18 Conference Planning Committee is looking for volunteers to join our planning committee. Join a diverse group of caring, motivated and talented OD scholar-practitioners as we build on the energy from ODN conferences past, to co-craft a rich and valuable experience for the conference, and our field, ahead. Here are some of the volunteer roles we are seeking to fill. Learn more about these opportunities. - Vice Chair
- Education and Content Co-Lead
- Student Liaison
- Conference Experience Lead
- Fun in Learning Lead
- Vendor Advocate
- Pro Bono Lead
- Stakeholder Engagement Lead
- Local Ambassador
If you are interested in serving in one of these Conference Committee roles, contact TalentConnect@odnetwork.org to let us know how you’d like to help! (Note that you must be a current OD Network member to volunteer.)
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| January 25: Webinar - Introducing the OD Practitioner Self-Assessment
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In 2018, the OD Network is introducing the OD Practitioner Self-Assessment. This tool, currently available only to OD Network members, is designed to provide you with actionable feedback for professional development. This webinar will provide a demo of the assessment and provide tips for you to get the most out of it.
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January 23: Welcome Group Cohort 2018-01
Are you new to the OD Network, or are you looking to get more out of your membership? Join us for the first Welcome Group of 2018! Welcome Groups are small groups that meet for two hours to learn more about the OD Network and make connections with other members. Past Welcome Group attendees have found tremendous value in the program, and we're sure you will too.
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February 3: Welcome Group Cohort 2018-02
In an effort to expand the access of the Welcome Group Program, this year we are holding two sessions at different times to meet the needs of our global membership. We're offering two weekend cohorts as a pilot effort to test the feasibility of running sessions covering more time zones, and to make this program more accessible to members outside the U.S.
- Saturday, February 3, 10:00am-noon (Eastern Time)
- Saturday, March 3, 7:00-9:00pm (Eastern Time)
Watch for registration to open soon!
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OD Network Job Exchange is the most effective forum — whether you're a job seeker or employer — to find opportunities specific to OD. Some of the most recent postings include:
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Chair
Gary Mangiofico
Vice Chair
Lori Blander
Treasurer
Amy Cowart
Trustees
Marco Cassone
Glen Earl
Martha Kesler
Cindy Miller
Tiffany Yates
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| Welcome New Members
Please welcome our new members who joined in December & January
Janice Alexander
Jordan Archer
Patricia Barker
Erin Bolu
Pauline Bouchard
Tyler Brennan
Deb Brown
Mike Cervera
Jessica Diffee
Christine Draa
Tracey Draper
Nathan Englehardt
Mary Farias
Joan Fletcher
Alexa A. Harris
Robin Jarvis
Joel Kearns
Veronika Lantseva
Sira Laurel
Belinda Lefebvre
Jamie Lombardo
Ana M. Lopez-Guillen
Lisa Marcelonis
Sam Mathi
Kevin McCarthy
Juliette Mondesir Adams
Amy Monlezun
Tosha Perkins
Ron Phillips
Susan M. Rebner
Annamarie Sasagawa
Jennifer Renee Shannon
Joy Spencer
Nicole Trevino
Lisa Walsh
Molly Noelle Ware
Ilene Wasserman
Shuhan Yang
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