Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long has the Trainers' Roundtable been in existence?

The Trainers' Roundtable was founded in 1990 by a small group of training professionals who wanted to provide an opportunity for all trainers to:

• Exchange ideas on specific training programs,
• Share resources, such as materials and programs,
• Become informed on current human resource issues and trends.

2. What are the eligibility requirements for becoming a member? Do I have to work in HR?

Our members comprise working professionals in OD, HR, Training and related professions. We welcome independent consultants and industry professionals in transition as well.

 

3. How can I become a member? What is the membership fee?

The Trainers' Roundtable is comprised of hundreds of members who represent more than 50 companies in Massachusetts. You can sign up on the web site. [membership] While we do not charge a membership fee, we do request $10 per meeting to help defray the expenses of meeting refreshments, operating the web site and other incidentals.

4. How can I be added to the Trainers' Roundtable email distribution list?

By becoming a member, you will automatically be added to our email distribution list. We send monthly notices to our members from September through June to announce upcoming meetings and other news regarding HR Trainers' Roundtable business.

 

5. How can I become a presenter?

We are always interested in hearing from old friends and new players. Complete the proposal form [proposal] and follow the submission instructions.

 

6. Where and when are meetings held?

Unless otherwise stated on our website, Trainers' Roundtable meetings are held the third Friday of every month from September though June, at the Fidelity Investments campus at the World Trade Center near South Station. [Directions]

 

7. Do you provide job listings?

We list job openings on our web site. Send an email to the Web Guy. We also exchange job leads during the introduction portion of our monthly meetings.

8. May I have access to the Trainers' Roundtable membership list in order to send an email to advertise an event?

Our email policy protects the confidentiality of our members. Therefore, we cannot allow any emails to solicit business.