Chicago OD Practitioners Network
Topic: OD in 2030 – A Collaborative Visioning Session
Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
Location: Virtual, via Zoom
Time: 7:45-8:00 AM, CDT - networking
8:00-9:30 AM, CDT - program
To Register: Send an email to CODPNetwork@gmail.com before Monday, November 16th if you would like to attend. You will receive a Zoom link emailed to you the week of the program.
Program Description:
What will Organizational Development look like in 2030?
As advances in Agentic AI, evolving workforce expectations, dynamic organizational shifts, and accelerating technological change reshape the workplace, OD professionals are being challenged to rethink their roles, capabilities, and value proposition. The methods and assumptions that have guided our profession for decades may not be enough to meet the demands of the next era.
Join the Chicago Organization Development Practitioners Network (CODPN) Leadership Team for an engaging and highly interactive visioning session designed to explore the future of Organizational Development. Rather than a traditional
presentation, this program invites participants to become co-creators of the profession's future through discussions, peer learning, and collaborative exploration.
Together, we will:
- Identify the forces and workforce trends most likely to disrupt OD practice by 2030.
- Reimagine the role of the OD professional and define the critical mindsets and skills needed for future success.
- Propose innovative designs of OD services and approaches that address emerging organizational challenges.
- Commit to practical actions we can begin today to prepare for tomorrow's realities.
This session leverages the collective expertise and experience of participants, creating a forum for meaningful dialogue, shared discovery, and innovative thinking about the opportunities and challenges that await OD practitioners in the years ahead.
About the Presenters
The CODPN Leadership Team is composed of experienced Organization Development and Change professionals dedicated to advancing the practice of OD across the Chicago area. Drawing on diverse backgrounds in organizational effectiveness,
leadership development, change management, consulting, and talent transformation, the team will facilitate a collaborative conversation focused on the future of our profession.
Program Format:
This 90-minute viral program will combine brief discussion prompts, facilitated discussions, breakout group activities, real-time idea generation, and collaborative visioning exercises. Participants will have opportunities to engage in both small-group and large-group conversations while helping shape a collective view of the future of Organizational Development. We encourage all participants to keep their cameras on throughout the session to support interaction, connection, and engagement.
To Register: Send an email to CODPNetwork@gmail.com before Monday, November 16th if you would like to attend. You will receive a Zoom link emailed to you the week of the program.
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