Betsy Kvedar

Chapter President
(2022 - Present)

What is your “Real” job position?
IBM Systems Hardware Sales Education

How many years have you worked in the learning/development realm?
22+ years

How did you first get into the learning and development world?
I was identified as helpful, and asked to train new hires with setting up their workstations.

How did you get involved with VT Chapter ATD?
​I really enjoyed some of the Special Interest Group (SIG’s).

Can you share your favorite Vermont ATD moment?
I participated on a panel on the topic of education measurements a while back, and I really enjoyed “sharing best practices “, I learned several new things.

What is the must-have book or resource sitting on your desk right now?
Job Aids & Performance Support (Alison Rossett / Lisa Schafer / Robert Weintraub)

What’s a favorite quote that gives you inspiration and keeps you going?
​"What if this is the BEST thing that could be happening" - author unknown, it's on a sticky note by my desk

What's one piece of advice you'd give to someone just entering this line of work?
Don’t be afraid to be creative.

Where can we find you when you're not working?
I enjoy experimenting with cooking, especially desserts. I also am a runner, to burn off all the treats I have created.

Chapter Treasurer
(2022 - Present)

What is your “Real” job position?
I own Holloway Learning and Development, a Vermont-based business that offers coaching, training and team-building services.

How many years have you worked in the learning/development realm? 
20+ years

How did you first get into the learning and development world?
Way back in 1985 when I was a Senior in high school, I was in charge of our school-wide assemblies. I set the curriculum for the year, brought in guest speakers, and facilitated important conversations among students and teachers. Little did I know that decades later, after majoring in French and then playing various roles in operations and human resources, I would end up back in my happy place again – the wonderful world of learning and development!

What’s a favorite quote that gives you inspiration and keeps you going?
“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” - Oprah Winfrey

What is the must-have book or resource sitting on your desk right now?
Daring Greatly – How the Courage to be Vulnerable Transforms the Way we Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brene Brown

Where can we find you when you’re not working?
During the Winter months I teach adults how to ski at Smugglers Notch Resort. I am lucky to coach a six-week program that encourages women of all ages and abilities to get out and enjoy the slopes. It is so gratifying to give other women this freedom and playfulness in their lives!

Stephanie Loscalzo

Program Coordinator
(2020 - Present)

What is your “Real” job position?
I work for the University of Vermont College of Arts and Sciences as an academic advisor with a specialty in supporting international students. I accomplish this through campus advocacy and connecting them to University resources. I assist Associate Deans with faculty trainings around amplifying international student experiences and voices in the classroom, curriculum development, and cultural competency trainings. I also serve on Staff Council for the Personal and Professional Development Committee.

What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone just entering this line of work?
Leverage your resources and don't be afraid to ask questions.

How many years have you been working in the learning/development realm?
I have been an educator and conducting trainings/workshops for the past 15 years.

How did you first get into the learning and development world?
My professional career has always centered around empowering individuals through experiential learning either through Outdoor Education or Higher Education.

What’s a favorite quote that helps give you inspiration and keep you going?
“The greatest shapers don’t stop at introducing originality into the world. They create cultures that unleash originality in others.”

― Adam M. Grant, Originals: How Nonconformists Move the World

What is the must-have book or resource sitting on your desk right now?
Change Management, How to Manage Change in a Crisis with No Time To Plan

Where can we find you when you’re not working?
You will either find me in the woods hiking, biking, kayaking, or running, or in the kitchen trying out new recipes.

How did you get involved with VT Chapter ATD?
A colleague and long time Talent Development specialist, Paula Cope told me about the chapter.

Can you share your favorite Vermont ATD moment?
Leading my first SIG on Change Management.

  James Quinlan

  Programming Leader

  (2021 - Present)

James heads up our programming team (along with Stephanie and Meghan) and brings together presenters, facilitators and activities for our engaging events. 

James has a background in education and brings his teaching experience to professional roles in People Operations and Learning and Development.  He holds a M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from Meridian University, as well as a BS in Business Management and BA in German from the University of Minnesota. 

His work in international education has allowed him to travel to 34 countries, live on 4 continents and speak 3 languages. He also loves playing music, kayaking and officiating weddings. He lives in Shelburne with his wife and son.   

  Ken Stockman

  Membership

  (2022 - Present)

  Dave Dec

  Power Member Ambassador
  (2022 - Present)

  Jennifer Cozine

  Bookclub Coordinator
  (2023 - Present)