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• DC Area OD Practitioners CoP — Why Most Organizational Interventions Don't Stick and How To Pick The Ones That Will

  • When
    03 Sep 2026
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    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Why Most Organizational Interventions Don't Stick and How To Pick The Ones That Will

  You've aligned teams, coached leaders and improved processes - and still the same problems come back. In this session we look at why that happens and why it's often not about effort but about the system underneath the work.

  You'll learn a simple way to see what's really driving results including what systems are protecting, how teams work differently and why HR is often asked to fix problems that aren't actually about people. Using real examples including 2024's in-flight aircraft door failure we make these patterns easy to see and apply. We also show how to spot why changes fail or fade and what to consider when deciding what's likely to work before you invest in it. This session is built for people who already know how to improve work and want those improvements to stick.

  What you'll take away:

  • A clear way to spot structural problems. Know when an issue is coming from the system and not the person.
  • A simple way to see what the system is protecting including understanding tradeoffs like speed, safety and cost and how they shape results and team behavior.
  • A practical way to choose changes that can hold, and use a clear model and a small set of questions to see where the problems start, why fixes fade and what's most likely to work before you invest in it.

  Presenter — Tate Linden

  Tate Linden builds tools that help organizations understand why performance problems repeat - and how to fix them in a way that lasts.

  He started his career in strategic communications, working for clients like Google, DARPA, and Meals on Wheels America. He specialized in bringing tangible behavior change to resistant audiences, and realized that the same theories he developed for that purpose could be even more powerful when applied within organizations themselves - where systems shape how people respond to pressure.

  He created tools to help leaders see where problems are coming from, and to predict which changes can actually hold before investing time and effort. Today, he’s working with organizations and practitioners to apply this model in real-world settings.

  
  

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• CBODN Networking Night - Pre-Conference Social Event

  • When
    23 Oct 2026
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    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

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  Back by Popular Demand: CBODN Networking Night!
  

  After a fantastic turnout last year, we're excited to bring back our Networking Night to kick off the Leadership Conference weekend.  

  Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community as we kick off the Conference weekend. Reconnect with colleagues, meet new faces, expand your network, and get energized for the day ahead.

  Bring your friends, partners, and colleagues—the more, the merrier. We hope to see you there!

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  Don't miss Saturday's line-up of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. Join us for CBODN CONNECT 2026: Igniting Change Together on October 24th from 9am-5pm!

  Early-bird pricing is available through August 31st. And, bundle the conference and networking social for even greater savings (to do so, register for the conference and simply select the Networking Night Social add-on during checkout to take advantage of the discounted rate.)

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• CONNECT 2026 - CBODN Annual Conference

  • When
    24 Oct 2026
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    George Mason University—The Fuse Conference Center (Arlington Campus)

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  You won’t want to miss this synergistic, thought-provoking, engaging, and fun day offering plenty of opportunities for learning, collaboration, and inspiration.
  

  CBODN CONNECT 2026: Igniting Change Together celebrates the power of connection as a catalyst for organizational progress. As organizations continue to evolve, so does the work of organization development. Join fellow practitioners, leaders, and change agents for thought-provoking conversations, practical learning, and meaningful connections that will help you navigate what's next.
  
  Connect with People

  • Network with 100+ OD professionals, consultants, coaches, and leaders
  • Build relationships with peers who understand the challenges and opportunities of OD work
  • Engage in a shared experience with a vibrant learning community

  Connect with Ideas

  • Gain insights from an inspiring keynote speaker
  • Choose from a dozen-plus breakout sessions on timely OD topics
  • Explore emerging trends, tools, and practices shaping the future of organizations

  Connect with Action

  • Leave with practical strategies and resources you can apply immediately
  • Discover new approaches to leading change and driving organizational effectiveness
  • Reignite your energy, purpose, and impact

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  • Networking Breakfast
  • Networking Lunch
  • Meaningful conversations and connections throughout the day

  Secure your spot today and join us as we ignite change together!

  ✨ Early-bird pricing is available through August 31st—register now and save!

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  Don't miss our Pre-Conference Networking Night! Kick off the conference weekend with an unforgettable evening of connection and conversation at a nearby venue. Join us Friday, October 23, 2026 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at a location tbd.

  WANT THE BEST VALUE?

  Bundle the conference and networking social for even greater savings. When registering for the conference, simply select the Networking Night Social add-on during checkout to take advantage of the discounted rate.

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  If you are interested in attending and the cost of the conference is a barrier, please email admin@cbodn.org. We want to ensure you are able to attend.

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