HOW DID THE ATL® BEGIN?
The ATL® grew in response to an identified interest emerging from the success of the Transformational Leadership Council (TLC). The TLC was originally convened in July, 2004 by Jack Canfield when he called a couple dozen colleagues together who were engaged in doing transformational work on the planet. Since that time, membership in TLC has grown by invitation only, to approximately 120 individuals, and is strictly limited.
Whereas TLC membership is limited to individuals who are owners of a transformational company or who have made a contribution to the transformation industry, ATL® is regionally organized and open to high-functioning individuals of influence who have a history of facilitating transformation in their fields.
The first regionally organized ATL® event was held in Minneapolis on Thursday, July 10, 2008 and organized by Paul Scheele, founding member of TLC. ATL SoCal® was the second ATL® group formed and had its first meeting September 18, 2010. Founded by TLC members Scott Coady, Terry Tillman and Robert MacPhee, ATL SoCal® now has over 125 members. Since then, other ATL® groups have formed in various locations around the world.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE ATL®?
Learning, Networking and Mutual Support
The Association of Transformational Leaders® (ATL®) is a forum for individuals of significant influence in artistic, academic, social, political, corporate and humanitarian endeavors, devoted to doing transformational work in their respective fields.
Our purpose is to join with like-minded people to initiate and sustain on-going dialogue and education that enhances our transformational leadership capabilities.
Our members have the intention and desire to attend our two meeting each year because they embody a commitment to foster community and relationship with and among other members, and develop and grow themselves to be of maximum value to others and the planet.
By attending ATL® events, transformational leaders interested in up-leveling their work have an opportunity to stay engaged with high-level information and processes while networking with other leaders who have made significant contributions in the world. ATL® is open to high-functioning individuals that have been identified by their peers as having a history of facilitating transformation in their fields and invited by a current member. Participation is by invitation only.
