President

Peter Timothy "Tim" Brown

Timothy Brown is an accomplished Learning and Development leader with over 20 years of diverse experience across sectors such as retail, telecommunications, broadcasting, entertainment, and real estate. Throughout his career, Timothy has held pivotal roles including Associate Director Delivery/Performance Leader at AT&T, where he consistently drove organizational success through strategic HR initiatives and performance management. 

A certified Everything DiSC facilitator, Timothy is dedicated to professional development and continuous improvement. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California, Berkeley, and has completed specializations in Strategic Leadership and Management as well as Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT. 

Guided by principles of integrity, honesty, and transparency, Timothy is passionate about inspiring, coaching, and developing leaders to achieve their full potential.

President-Elect

Josiah Owens

Josiah Owens, a Talent Development leader with over a decade of expertise focused on instructional design, talent strategy, HR, and employee experience. Known for his exceptional ability to infuse creativity into work environments, Josiah has consistently fostered stability and enriched the overall employee experience throughout his diverse career, marked by impactful contributions in internal people development. His industry experience spans a prominent retail background, where he successfully led teams to other pivotal roles in Georgia's largest consumer products organization to his current position spearheading employee experience and staffing for a renowned consultancy in Atlanta, earning consistent recognition with top workplace awards. Beyond his professional endeavors, Josiah is a true renaissance man, engaging in gourmet cooking and DIY home projects, while cherishing moments with his wife and daughters. His unwavering commitment to making a meaningful impact is a testament to his passion for inspiring others to do the same, shaping the future landscape of talent development at ATD.

Chief Financial Officer

Jenny J. Saint Preux

Jenny J. Saint Preux is a dynamic professional with over a decade of experience in the insurance industry, specializing in talent development, training, and operational excellence. She has a proven track record of designing and implementing innovative training programs that enhance employee performance, streamline workflows, and improve underwriting accuracy. Passionate about professional development, Jenny has led mentorship initiatives, structured onboarding programs, and facilitated continuing education to strengthen technical expertise and leadership skills within organizations.

Her ability to create data-driven solutions has significantly impacted training and operational efficiency. She leverages advanced Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools to develop dashboards and reports that support strategic decision-making and track key performance indicators in training and talent management. By integrating analytics into training programs, she ensures measurable improvements in employee engagement, productivity, and organizational success.

Jenny’s commitment to professional growth extends beyond her workplace. She is actively involved in several industry organizations, including the Association for Talent Development (ATD Greater Atlanta), the Atlanta Association of Insurance Professionals (AAIP), the CPCU Society - Atlanta Chapter, the National Black MBA Association - Atlanta Chapter, the Private Risk Management Association (PRMA) – MidSouth Chapter, and the Atlanta Chapter of the Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS). Through these affiliations, she supports professional development, mentors emerging professionals, and contributes to the advancement of the insurance and risk management fields.

Holding an MBA in Finance from Strayer University and dual Bachelor's degrees in Business Administration and Psychology from Florida A&M University, Jenny is passionate about empowering professionals through education, training, and leadership development while driving organizational success.

VP Membership

Tony Ballard    

Tony Ballard is a global human capital and talent transformation leader with a distinguished 20+ year career spanning the finance industry, the U.S. Air Force, entrepreneurship, and academia. He brings deep expertise in organizational and workforce development, career transitions, and talent strategy, empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in complex and dynamic environments.

In the financial services sector, Tony led enterprise-wide mentorship initiatives, negotiated high-stakes contracts, and implemented global learning strategies that impacted over 200,000 employees across the U.S. and four international regions. As the founder and owner of an independent consulting firm, he supports veterans transitioning from military to civilian careers. He also partners with organizations to design and implement military veteran programs and serves as a keynote speaker and thought leader advocating for the inclusion of veterans in the civilian workforce.

Earlier in his career, Tony retired as a Chief Master Sergeant (E-9) from the U.S. Air Force, where he led large-scale organizational development initiatives at the Pentagon and the Headquarters Air Force Personnel Center. In these roles, he influenced HR policy and workforce strategy initiatives that impacted more than 697,000 military personnel and civilian service employees worldwide.

Tony Ballard currently serves as an adjunct professor and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Management) at the Michael J. Coles College of Business, Kennesaw State University.

VP Chapter Programs, Professional Development & CPTD/APTD

Jasen Hayes

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VP Marketing & Communication

Pamela Brown

Pamela serves as a Staff Instructional Designer at Insulet, where she designs and implements effective learning solutions. She collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop both technical and non-technical training programs that align with the company’s strategic objectives. Prior to this, Pamela was the Senior Manager of Education and Engagement at the American Diabetes Association, where she managed multiple continuing education programs and worked closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders.

Pamela’s career also includes significant experience in K-12 education, having worked for Gwinnett County Public Schools, the largest school district in Georgia. As an ELA department chair and lead innovator/technology lead, she developed blended eLearning experiences and supported the integration of technology to ensure students had access to high-quality education.

VP Technology

Kelly Tracy  

Kelly is a Senior Instructional Designer for Conduent, where she serves the Delta Air Lines account. She has over 17 years of experience in teaching and training, from language instruction and higher education to nonprofit and corporate training and development. She holds an M.A. in Applied Linguistics and English as a Second Language from Georgia State University and her APTD certification. Kelly lives in Peachtree Corners with her husband and two sons, and she enjoys pottery, gardening, embroidery, and hiking. 

VP Learning and Development

Frankie Robinson

Frankie Robinson brings over a decade of experience in training, education, and instructional design to their role as Vice President of Special Programs at ATD Greater Atlanta. As the founder of MoguMogu Solutions, Frankie specializes in creating innovative learning solutions that empower professionals to achieve their full potential.

Frankie’s career highlights have included leading the development of training programs for AT&T, hosting workshops in Japan, growing a global online learning community of over 7,000 educators, and developing multi-media content for Amazon's AWS Cloud Institute. A skilled instructional designer and AI enthusiast, Frankie has also developed cutting-edge training strategies that integrate artificial intelligence to enhance learner engagement and performance.

As a forward-thinking leader, Frankie is committed to fostering collaboration and delivering meaningful learning experiences for the ATD community. When not driving professional development initiatives, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling to Japan when possible, and dabbling in a variety of crafts.

Frankie holds a deep belief in the power of lifelong learning and is dedicated to advancing the field of talent development through innovative and impactful programs.

VP Community Relations

Sue Annabel

Sue Annabel is a driven Learning and Development leader with a unique blend of technical expertise and a passion for empowering others through education. With years of experience in technical systems development across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and banking, Sue honed her ability to navigate complex technical topics and bridge the gap to practical application. This foundation has positioned her well to design and deliver engaging learning programs and manage impactful training initiatives that resonate with diverse audiences. Her approach is rooted in her belief that effective learning drives both individual growth and organizational success.

Sue's career has been marked by continuous commitment to community engagement. She has spearheaded corporate volunteer initiatives throughout her professional journey, with her proudest achievement being over 20 years of leadership for the Salvation Army Angel Tree Sponsor Program. Under her coordination, nearly 1,000 children and elders experienced a brighter holiday season as a result of her team’s generous efforts.

Sue earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of Florida, where she developed the analytical and problem-solving skills that have been central to her career success. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, loves an afternoon on the tennis court, and remains dedicated to volunteering and fostering connections within her community.

Bookkeeper

 Stephanie Smith

Stephanie is an experienced learning and development leader with a strong focus on innovative approaches to learner-centric training solutions including simulations, role-playing, microlearning, responsive and computer-based training, and engaging instructor-led sessions using a variety of multimedia and mobile technologies. She has created learning experiences for role-based onboarding, nationwide product launches, operational processes and guest experience initiatives for sales, service, operations, and HR teams.

Stephanie started her professional career as a high school mathematics teacher and transitioned into corporate instructional design. She has worked at multiple Fortune 500 companies and other large organizations supporting various training departments, including UPS, Asbury Automotive Group, and Cox Automotive. She is currently a Sales Enablement Curriculum Manager at Cardlytics.

Most recently, Stephanie decided to use her passion for numbers and start a bookkeeping business, AIO Bookkeeping, LLC. She works with coaches, consultants, and other small business owners to better understand where their money is coming from, where it goes, and help identify ways to improve profitability. By doing this, she helps these busy business owners get back to spend in their zone of genius instead of in their books.

She holds a Master of Education in Learning, Design & Technology, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Bachelor of Science in Education for Mathematics Education from the University of Georgia. She is also a QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor through Intuit.

Chapter Administrator

Glenda Hinz 

In 1978, Glenda began providing secretarial services from her home office under the name Hinz Word Processing. Today, she provides much more than word processing in a professional, solutions-oriented business environment as HINZtime Virtual Assistance. Although she has worked extensively for small businesses, associations and educational organizations, her skills and services are adaptable to any industry, in any location worldwide. Glenda provides exceptional secretarial and organizational skills, with relentless attention to detail, accuracy and confident efficiency. She has worked with several ATD chapters over the past 25 years.

Business Development Director

Cornelius "Neil" Dowdell
Managing Partner, The Best Workplace & The Nelius Strategy

People say Cornelius is relatable, strategic and open-minded.

What is The Best Workplace to you?

“Being my authentic self in a workplace where I feel and know I belong. It’s not about my physical appearance, level of expertise or background – but about my value-add contributions striving for the same goals and beyond as a team.” With every client he serves, Cornelius Dowdell’s strives to align all programs with the corporation’s business goals and strategies. His passion is to educate large corporations and small startups on the importance of investing in human capital. As an HR consultant, facilitator and talent strategist, he has a proven track record of creating an environment for personal and professional growth, aligned with continuous learning, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all talent.

Building genuine relationships that are inviting and meaningful are important to Cornelius, also known as Neil, in and out of the office. The emotional connection to experiences and the people that are part of them make Neil happiest. Some might say his love language is food (he even owns a spice company called Nelius Spices), and while he does enjoy delicious dishes, to him, they aren’t special without soul at the root.

Past President

Jeffery Alejandro, EdD, CPP

Jeffery Alejandro has 25 years of experience in leadership, training, talent development, learning strategies/solutions, and performance management. Throughout his career, he has worked with over 200 organizations in a wide variety of industries such as finance, healthcare, manufacturing, law, education, sports, defense, technology, etc. His professional mission is to provide tailored, practical learning solutions to strengthen organizations’ teams. His personal mission is to empower those he encounters with knowledge and kindness. He is a firm believer that empowering and investing in people will pay great dividends. Jeffery earned his Doctorate in Leadership and Master of Arts in Adult Education from East Carolina University. He earned his Bachelor’s of Art in Communication (Public Relations and Broadcasting) from the University of North Carolina-Pembroke. He has certifications in the areas of instructional technology, program planning, leadership, and conflict resolution.

Senior Advisor

Brandy Ford

Brandy M. Ford serves as FM's Senior Advisor of Learning Analytics and Technology, bringing two decades of expertise in global learning and development. Her proficiency spans strategic planning, change management, client relations, facilitation, training, and development. Additionally, Brandy is an esteemed thought leader, having presented as a keynote and panel speaker at numerous industry conferences.

Her professional credentials include Project Management Professional, Certified ROI Professional, Certified Professional in Training Management, and PROSCI Change Management Practitioner. Throughout her career in healthcare and commercial property insurance, Brandy has been dedicated to understanding stakeholder needs and providing expert advice to clients.