As the world's largest association dedicated to workplace learning and performance professionals, the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) is at the forefront of trends in learning and workforce development. Led by President and CEO, Tony Bingham, ASTD offers programs and services to help members improve individual and organizational performance through learning. Tony is the co-author of Presenting Learning released in April 2007. Through stories and case studies, he and co-author Tony Jeary offer powerful lessons to help learning professionals articulate the business case for learning more persuasively, position themselves as a strategic partner, and communicate a compelling story about the impact of learning on business results. Together with the Board of Directors and supported by a staff of more than 100 and wide volunteer network, Tony is focused on helping members lead talent management in their organizations, build their business skills, understand the profession's role in narrowing skills gaps, and connect their work to the strategic priorities of business. With broad-based business, financial, operational, and technical management expertise, Tony joined ASTD in 2001 as the Chief Operating Officer / Chief Information Officer. He became President and CEO in February 2004.