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COGEL Connect: Design It. Power It. Strengthen It. A Three-Part Strategy for Engaging Trainings
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 Export to Your Calendar 2/25/2026
When: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
3:00 - 4:00 pm EST | 12:00 - 1:00 pm PST
Where: Zoom
United States
Contact: aellison@cogel.org
(916) 329-1890


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Design It. Power It. Strengthen It. A Three-Part Strategy for Engaging Trainings

Engagement isn’t just about energy—it’s about intentional design.
 
In this COGEL Connect, three veteran trainers explore complementary strategies to elevate your training sessions. Discover how a well-crafted theme creates cohesion and curiosity, how technology can be used strategically to increase participation, and how teaching strong writing techniques reinforces learning and builds long-term skill.
 
If you’re looking for practical ideas you can implement immediately, this session delivers three focused approaches that work together to create more dynamic and effective trainings.

Speakers & Facilitators

Alex Kipp

Director of Education & Engagement, New York City Conflicts of Interest Board

Alex Kipp is Director of Education & Engagement at the New York City Conflicts of Interest Board where he leads a team that teaches classes, creates videos, print, social media, and eLearning content and conducts lots and lots of webinars for New York City’s 325,000+ public servants. His work has been described by at least one elected official as “impeccably deranged,” which, Alex hopes, is supposed to be a compliment.

Susan Willeke

Education & Communications, Manager Ohio Ethics Commission

Susan Willeke is an accomplished government-relations professional with more than 30 years’ experience in public affairs, communication, and public speaking.  Susan joined the Ohio Ethics Commission in 2005 as the Education and Communications Manager.  In that position, Susan presents approximately 200 speeches annually, develops information strategies regarding agency programs and represents the Ethics Commission to Ohio citizens, the media, and the Ohio legislature. Prior to joining the Commission, Susan served in the communications office at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and as a legislative aide in the Ohio House of Representatives.

Kate Zinnecker

Chief Learning Officer, Illinois Executive Ethics Commission

Kate joined the Executive Ethics Commission (EEC) in August 2024 and currently serves as Chief Learning Officer. In this role, she leads the design and delivery of educational programs that promote ethical practices across state government. Before joining the EEC, Kate served as the Training Specialist for the City of Springfield, Illinois, where she developed and implemented employee training initiatives across multiple City departments.

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