As of today (Tuesday, October 7), registration for the upcoming Atlanta Regional Training Seminar (RTS) is now CLOSED due to capacity and high attendance numbers.
If you were on the fence about whether or not to attend an RTS this year and didn’t make it to one, be sure to keep an eye out for our 2026 host cities, which will be announced soon.
These regional trainings are continuing to grow in attendance and popularity, so don’t miss your chance to take advantage of this valuable opportunity in-person!
The Atlanta RTS begins on Monday, October 27, 2025, with an evening Welcome Reception. The training will cover topics such as local governance, the roles and responsibilities of local presidents, secretaries, treasurers, legislative representatives, and local chairpersons in member advocacy, an overview of the SMART Constitution, and other key subjects.
- Location: Wyndham Atlanta Buckhead
- Dates: October 27-30, 2025 (S&T: October 27-31)
- Room Rate: $159/night
For a detailed meeting agenda, please visit the Meetings page via the SMART Union mobile app.
All RTS presentations will be available on the SMART University site, and those attending future meetings can print them off to assist in following along when attending the in-person classes.
If you have any last-minute questions, please contact Nick Torres in the SMART-TD office at 216-227-5269 or by email at ntorres@smart-union.org.
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