Christina Powell, APTD

Christina Powell has been a Talent Development professional for more than 10 years with experience in facilitation, instructional design, and leadership development.   Currently, Tina creates quality client training content providing technical guidance and resources for end users of Equifax I-9 Management platforms.  She is goal oriented and focuses on increasing client retention through ongoing product support.  Tina also participated as Mentor and currently serves on the EWS Mentorship Board.  

The Vice President of Finance manages the operational finances of the chapter. They create an annual operating budget and coordinates the budget and operational issues with other board members, as well as administrative services. They assure that chapter operations are in compliance with ATD's Chapter Affiliation Requirements (CARE). They audit income/expenses and cash-flow on a monthly basis to ensure chapter's sound financial status and ensures that the chapter follows state and federal reporting requirements. They also reconcile chapter bank accounts on a regular basis. They can be reached via email at finance@atdstl.org.

Amanda Hewitt

Amanda Hewitt has a Master's of Public Administration with Strategic HR emphasis. She has a robust background in student development and healthcare instructional design. She is currently an Instructional Designer in the Healthcare sector.  Amanda currently manages and creates content for two high volume trauma support pages (open to civilians and military veterans). 

The Vice President of Communications provides communication support to the chapter. They develop and execute a comprehensive annual communications plan that supports the mission and image of the chapter and sets goals and performance measures for the chapter’s communications plan. They ensures the consistency, relevance, timeliness, and accuracy of the chapter’s public messages. They can be reached via email at communications@atdstl.org.

Abigail is a professional growth developer and facilitator within the Missouri state government system and is based out of Jefferson City, MO. Abigail comes from a background of both K-12 and higher education before finding their passion for adult learning and development, specifically for e-learning training. As an avid LinkedIn and Instagram user (as well as a member of Generation Z), Abigail is excited for the opportunity to reach beyond the St. Louis area to make organizational impacts through a social media presence and virtual communication. 

The Vice President of Marketing and Technology manages social media, website, and other technology support for the chapter. They ensure consistency in branding, information, and member requests for the chapter's public communications. They can be reached via email at marketing@atdstl.org.

Jamil Bridges 

Jamil is natural gas journeyman by trade, but he is an L&D profession at heart. Jamil been working as a trainer/facilitator/instructional designer for two of the largest energy companies in the state of IL. Learning & Development is his passion and he enjoys any and all of his knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to help others reach their full potential. Jamil brings his enthusiasm for connecting people and broadening ATDSTL's reach individually and collectively. Working with chapter programming will afford ample opportunity to pay forward the benefits he has received from chapter membership thus far. Striving for excellence is Jamil's North Star. He is always going to aim for that in any task, role or project.

The Vice President of Programming plans events of value for our members that reflect the vision of our Chapter. They communicate and coordinate with keynote speakers, event site staff and collaborate with the other board members to manage all aspects of each event.  In addition to regular chapter events, they are also responsible for special events to provide additional value and development to the members’ experience including the annual chapter conference, special interest groups, workshops/seminars, etc.  The VP of Programming collaborates with the VP of Communication to promote these events. They also collaborate with the Chapter President to set appropriate goals and performance measures to ensure the chapter is meeting their goals and providing meaningful events for members. They can be reached at Development@atdstl.org.

Tyra Austell-Jones

The Vice President of Professional Development plans the annual chapter conference. They communicate and coordinate with keynote speakers, event site staff and collaborate with the other board members to manage all aspects of the event.  The VP of Professional Development collaborates with the VP of Communication to promote these events. They also collaborate with the Chapter President to set appropriate goals and performance measures to ensure the chapter is meeting their goals and providing meaningful events for members. They can be reached at Programming@atdstl.org.

Megan Zwierlein

The Vice President of Membership manages the design and implementation of policies, programs or initiatives that ensure membership growth and engagement; sets appropriate goals and performance measures for membership; ensures updated and appropriate membership records; invoices membership dues; maintains new member materials/brochures; and processes membership applications. They can be reached at membership@atdstl.org.

Sarah Garner, CPTD, SHRM-CP
Sarah Garner is currently the Director of Entity Relations, Training & Development for ACPA-College Student Educators International. Sarah is a curious, compassionate, and collaborative L&D leader with nearly two decades of progressive experience developing people and teams in various industries, including higher ed, non-profit, and ed tech. These experiences have given her the unique opportunity to adapt traditional L&D practices to a variety of settings and apply my strength as a relationship-builder amongst diverse stakeholders. Ultimately, that's what Sarah thinks the VP for Community Involvement position is all about: building mutually-beneficial relationships with educational and professional partners that enhance members' experiences. From her past work in higher ed and current role as an association professional, Sarah knows that student and community engagement help to sustain organizations like ATD St. Louis and looks forward to helping the chapter advance this part of its mission.

The Vice President of Community Engagement manages and promotes community and student engagement within the chapter by developing and executing initiatives such as a scholarship program, internship program, college outreach efforts, and student special interest groups. They also partner with other similar professional organizations to increase interest in our chapter while promoting new and different learning opportunities to our members.