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• DEIB Lunch & Learn Webinar Series (Hosted by ICF North Texas)

  • Start
    Tuesday, July 22, 2025
  •  
  • End
    Wednesday, August 20, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  Register with our event host: ICF North Texas here.  Select "ICF Texas Chapter Member"

  
  

  Register with our event host: ICF North Texas here.  Select "ICF Texas Chapter Member"
  

  Description: 

  Lunch and Learn series focused on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). Together, we’ll explore practical ways to build a more inclusive culture where every voice feels valued and empowered.

  Each session will be a 60-minute interactive Lunch 'N Learn, featuring a 45-minute presentation by a guest speaker followed by a Q&A segment. We aim to create an engaging platform where insights and experiences can be shared, ultimately elevating our leadership and coaching practices through the lens of DEIB.

  Speaker: Lisa Ong

  Session Dates (Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM):

  • July 22, 2025

  • August 20, 2025

  Pricing

  • Members: $0
  • Non-Members: $0

  CCEU:

  • Core Competency Credits: 0.75

  • Resource Devlopment Credits: 0.25

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• Gulf Coast Symposium on HR Issues

  • Start
    Wednesday, July 30, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Thursday, July 31, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    ICF Houston booth at GCS '25

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  Description:

  Visit the ICF Houston booth at GCS '25 (July 30–31) for top HR insights, networking, and more. View the schedule & register here. Registration closes on July 24, 2025, at 5:00 PM.

  Presented by Board Members: 

  • Susan Hodge & Melanie Rodriguez: Coaching as a Leadership Superpower
  • Angie Wright, ACC & Sherri Osterlund: Cultivating Civility

  PLEASE NOTE:  Registration via the ICF Houston events does not grant access to the event. Register directly to the Gulf Coast Symposium on HR Issues (link below): https://www.hrhouston.org/mpage/25GCS_Home 

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• Katy Coach Cafe

  • When
    Friday, August 01, 2025
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    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Cinco Ranch Library at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd

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  Description:

  Come to the Katy Coach Cafe, get to know your local coaches, build regional connections, learn from each other, practice together, and share ideas and opportunities.

  Hosted by: Bruce Huntley, DSL, ACC

  Pricing:

  Members - $0

  Non-Members - $0

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• VIRTUAL MEETING - Unlock the Power of AI in Coaching:An Introduction to Microsoft Copilot and Beyond (Hosted by ICF North Texas)

  • When
    Monday, August 11, 2025
  •  
    11:15 AM - 1:15 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

  Register

  Register with our event host: ICF North Texas here.  Select "ICF Texas Chapter Member"

  
  

  Register with our event host: ICF North Texas here.  Select "ICF Texas Chapter Member"
  

  Event Description:

  

  This engaging session is designed for coaches looking to earn Continuing Coach Education Units (CCEUs) while staying ahead in the evolving coaching world. Whether you’re a new coach building confidence or an experienced coach refining your approach, you’ll learn how AI tools like Microsoft Copilot can enhance your coaching practice—making it more effective, efficient, and ethical. Join us to explore AI tools to enhance your coaching impact and professional growth!

  About theSpeaker: Anthony Oguntoye

  With over a decade of experience in the technology sector, Anthony has consistently delivered valuable expertise. Starting his career as a Collaboration Engineer with a Microsoft partner, he gained significant experience in deploying collaborative solutions for numerous clients. For the last three years, Anthony has made a significant contribution as a Technology Specialist and a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect at Microsoft, where he has been critical in assisting clients to fully leverage Microsoft's comprehensive tools and applications, including Microsoft 365 Copilot. His dedication and exceptional performance have earned him the distinguished Microsoft Gold Award.

  Pricing:

  • Members: $40
  • Chapter Affiliate: $40
  • Non-Members: $40

  CCEU

  • 0.5 Core Competency Credits
  • 0.5 Resource Development Credits

  Register with our event host: ICF North Texas here.  Select "ICF Texas Chapter Member"
  

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• The Coach LaunchPad

  • When
    Monday, August 11, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Registered
    22 registrants

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  Join us for this monthly small discussion group where we leverage our experienced coaches to assist new coaches in navigating the entrepreneurial and emotional aspects of launching their coaching practice.

  During this 1-hour virtual discussion an experienced coach will share about something they experienced in setting up their business, provide insight into what they learned, and offer suggestions on how you might incorporate it into your business. The remaining time is left for discussion and questions. This is an informal format where we all can learn and grow together.

  Coach LaunchPad is an ongoing event yearlong! Set your calendar alerts to join us on the second Monday of each month at 12:00 - 1:00 CST.

  VIRTUAL PRICING: 

  ICF Houston Member- $0

  ICF Texas Chapter Member - $0

  ICF Global - $0 

  Non-Member - $10

  Participation is open to ALL ICF Members.

  This monthly virtual event requires 2-part registration. After registering with ICF Houston, you must register once with ZOOM for access to all meetings.

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• Central Houston Coach Cafe

  • When
    Thursday, August 14, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    The Coffee House at West End 802 Shepherd Drive Houston, TX 77007 Meeting on the 3rd floor

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  Description:

  Come to the Central Houston Coach Cafe, get to know your local coaches, build regional connections, learn from each other, practice together, share ideas and opportunities.

  Presented by: Augusta Good, MS, ACC

  Pricing:

  Members - $0

  Non-Members - $0

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• The Woodlands Coach Cafe

  • When
    Friday, August 15, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Black Walnut Café 9000 New Trails Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381

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  Description:

  Come to The Woodlands Coach Cafe, get to know your local coaches, build regional connections, learn from each other, practice together, share ideas and opportunities.

  Hosted by: Dr. X. Carmen Qadir & Julie Jackson-Schmidt

  Pricing:

  Members - $0

  Non-Members - $0

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• Clear Lake Coach Cafe

  • When
    Tuesday, August 26, 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Location
    Panera Bread 155 El Dorado Blvd, Webster, TX 77598

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  Description:

  Come to the Clear Lake Coach Cafe, get to know your local coaches, build regional connections, learn from each other, practice together, share ideas and opportunities.

  Presented by: Angie Wright, Judith Walton and Sherri Osterlund

  Pricing:

  Members - $0

  Non-Members - $0

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• Evolutionary Coaching: Progressive Mastery from ACC to MCC and Beyond

  • When
    Thursday, September 04, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Description:

  Are you prepared to elevate your coaching practice and embark on a journey of mastery? Join Master Certified Coach (MCC) Tijen Genco for a transformative, experiential session that brings the distinctions between ACC, PCC, and MCC-level coaching to life and has a dialogue with you on how to keep evolving beyond the obtainment of MCC. This session transcends traditional presentations—it's about stepping into embodied transformation and unlocking your next level of coaching mastery.

  What you will learn: Key Outcomes:

  • Develop a tangible, embodied understanding of ACC, PCC, and MCC assessment principles.
  • Learn actionable techniques to elevate your coaching sessions immediately.
  • Gain renewed confidence for your journey toward higher-level credentialing.
  • Discover fresh inspiration to express the art of coaching at its finest.

  Host Chapter: ICF Orange County

  Host Chapter Contact Name: Nanor Ohanesian, PCC

  Speaker Bio:

  Tijen Genco, MCC, ACTC is an Advanced Certified Team Coach, and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, who brings a wealth of experience coaching individuals, executives, and teams across Fortune 100 companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations worldwide. Renowned as a coach, educator, mentor, and ICF assessor, Tijen is deeply committed to fostering coaching excellence and advancing the profession.

  She is the creator of the Genco Method Transcendental Coaching©. This innovative approach integrates evidence-based practices with the art and science of mind-body connection to deliver sustainable, transformational outcomes. A thought leader in cutting-edge coaching methodologies, Tijen is a sought-after speaker and trainer, inspiring coaches globally to unlock their fullest potential. Her passion for fostering mastery in coaching is evident in her innovative methodologies, educational initiatives, and role in developing MCC assessors for the ICF. 

  Discover more about her groundbreaking work and upcoming events at gencocoaching.com

  CCEU:

  • Core Competency Credits: 1.0

  Pricing

  • $20 USD Members
  • $25 USD Non-Members/Guest

  Registration

  PLEASE NOTE: Registration for this event is a 2-step process: 

  1) Chapter members must register and pay for the program through their local chapter (ICF-Houston)

  2) Once you register locally, you will receive a zoom registration link, which allows you to register through Zoom to attend the event. YOU MUST COMPLETE BOTH STEPS.

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• Coach and Client: A Deep Dive Into Why Values Matter and How to Apply Them to All Relationships

  • When
    Friday, September 12, 2025
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Description:

  Relationships are the foundation of every interaction we have in our professional and personal life. Knowing one’s values defines who we choose as friends, who we decide to work with and who we marry or choose as a life partner. Come learn a deeper way to look at values and play in the sandbox of exploring your values. Learn how to bring into focus what truly matters for your clients and how to utilize these core values as a rudder for their life’s decisions.

  Benefits to the Audience (list all that apply):

  • The coach will explore why knowing one's values is instrumental to all successful relationships
  • The coach will be able to identify one’s values with more depth and with greater specificity.
  • The coach will identify one’s values as relationship values or personal values.

  Host Chapter: ICF Orange County

  Host Chapter Contact Name: Nanor Ohanesian, PCC

  Speaker Bio:

  Since 2005, Amy Schoen, Certified Professional Life Coach (CPCC) through the Co-active Training Institute of San Rafael, California, has a passion around helping singles and couples create loving and sustaining life partnerships.

  Amy completed the Relationship Systems Training with The Center for the Right Relationship. She maintains a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the ICF since 2016. Creator of the Motivated to Marry Dating Secrets coaching program, Amy has been helping clients achieve incredible results through private and group coaching. It is Amy's keen skill clarifying her clients' critical relationship values allowing easy recognition and connection with their lifelong love partner.

  A professional member of National Speakers Association for over 18 years, Amy has spoken at conferences, professional and social groups on business and relationship topics. Amy has spoken to dozens of ICF groups across the US on “Coach and Client: Going Deeper with their Values”.

  CCEU:

  • Core Competency Credits: 1.0
  • Resource Development Credits 0.25

  Pricing

  • $10 USD Members
  • $20 USD Non-Members/Guest

  Registration

  PLEASE NOTE: Registration for this event is a 2-step process: 

  1) Chapter members must register and pay for the program through their local chapter (ICF-Houston)

  2) Once you register locally, you will receive a zoom registration link, which allows you to register through Zoom to attend the event. YOU MUST COMPLETE BOTH STEPS.

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• Mastering Client Conversion: Empowering Coaches to Transform Skeptics into Committed Clients

  • When
    Tuesday, September 23, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Description:

  Coaches know how transformative coaching is—but when it comes to selling, even the best struggle to get potential clients to say “Yes!” The problem isn’t price or timing. It’s how you’re showing up in the sales conversation. In this talk, Chris shares The I-Help Selling System, a 5-step process for conducting sales calls that make potential clients feel seen, heard, and understood. Most coaches unintentionally create objections. That’s why they get ghosted or hear “I need to think about it.” Learn how to sell with confidence, integrity, and a “coach approach”—so the right clients say yes without hesitation.

  WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

  • Master the "Coach Approach" to Sales Calls – Learn how to conduct sales conversations that make potential clients feel seen, heard, and understood, leading to confident buying decisions.
  • Identify and Eliminate Hidden Objection Triggers – Recognize how traditional sales tactics (and even well-intended coaching habits) create resistance and objections—and what to do instead.
  • Prevent Ghosting and “I Need to Think About It” Responses – Understand the deeper reasons potential clients hesitate and gain a proven process for guiding them to a clear and confident yes.

  SPEAKER BIO:

  Chris Kenney has spent the last two decades as a master sales coach, multi-million-dollar business owner, and sought-after wealth mentor. He teaches brilliant coaches, consultants, and creative service providers how to break their money rules, rapidly accelerate their income, and live with uncommon freedom & choice. When he's not coaching his private clients, you can find him speaking on stages around the world, sharing his 7-figure sales secrets with talented entrepreneurs, teaching them to step into their legacy work by shedding the chains of money shame and undercharging. His true gift is to show you how to become totally present to and accepting of your ability to impact the world.

  CCEU:

  • Core Competency Credits: 0.5

  • Resource Development Credits 1.0

  Pricing

  • $10 USD Members

  • $20 USD Non-Members/Guest

  Registration

  PLEASE NOTE: Registration for this event is a 2-step process: 

  1) Chapter members must register and pay for the program through their local chapter (ICF-Houston)

  2) Once you register locally, you will receive a zoom registration link, which allows you to register through Zoom to attend the event. YOU MUST COMPLETE BOTH STEPS.

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• The Uncomfortably Fun Truth about Growth

  • When
    Wednesday, October 01, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Description:

  This presentation explores how embracing discomfort is crucial for growth and how it can be developed. Participants will learn five science-based tools to help their clients change their brain chemistry by incorporating fun, which makes new behaviors more appealing and repeatable.

  What You Will Learn:

  • Understanding why our brains naturally avoid discomfort
  • Strategies to help clients tackle challenging tasks despite their brain's resistance
  • How to use fun to make difficult things more enjoyable through:
  • • Fun-Fusing: combining challenging tasks with enjoyable activities
    • Fun-Framing: reframing threats as challenges and gamifying tasks
    • Fun-Friending: leveraging social connections for fun and accountability in productivity sprints
    • Fun-Setting: strategically incorporating recharge time
    • Fun-Vesting: building stress resilience through consistent fun activities

  The session emphasizes that true achievement lies beyond comfort zones and provides evidence-based techniques to make stepping outside those zones enjoyable for both coaches and their clients.

  Speaker Bio:

  James Garrett is a brain coach and founder of Brain by Design. He’s spoken on stages ranging from Harvard to TEDx and his work has been featured by The New York Times, FastCompany, and Harvard Business Review. He spent years doing research with some of the best psychologists in the world at Columbia, Tufts, and Yale. He’s a content creator and course builder and his course called, “Brain Science for Coaches” has been rated as one of the best courses for coaches and is currently certified by ICF for 30 continuing coach education credits. He’s a certified coach through the Whole Fit coaching program. He also built one of the only brain-based positive psychology curricula in the Middle East and trained thousands of Arab youths in partnership with Queen Rania of Jordan. A rare combination of scientist, trainer, and entrepreneur, in 2019 James launched the Deep Change Project, a personal journey to discover what’s possible at the outer edges of neuroplasticity and how to overcome fear.

  CCEU:

  • 1.0 Core Competency Credits:  
  • 0.5 Resource Development Credits

  Pricing

  • Members - $20
  • Non-Members/Guests - $25 

  Registration

  PLEASE NOTE: Registration for this event is a 2-step process: 

  1) Chapter members must register and pay for the program through their local chapter (ICF-Houston)

  2) Once you register locally, you will receive a zoom registration link, which allows you to register through Zoom to attend the event. YOU MUST COMPLETE BOTH STEPS.

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• Leveraging both the Scrappy and the Skilled Use of Polarities in Coaching

  • When
    Tuesday, November 18, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  DESCRIPTION:

  Bold and humble; task and relationship; support and challenge:  These are polarities. Capitalizing on polarities in coaching is a superpower and can evoke meaningful awareness with clients.  Without training, however, implementing this skill can feel intimidating.  Join this session with Cathy Carroll, MCC to deepen your understanding of how to frame a polarity and improve your coaching skills.  Through stories, Cathy will demonstrate how to use the very basics of polarities in both individual coaching and team coaching, and then she’ll recommend a variety of resources to facilitate coach growth from scrappy to skilled in this important coaching skill.  No experience in polarities necessary.

  WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

  • The role of understanding polarities in coaching 
  • How polarities create blind spots for clients
  • How to mentally and emotionally prepare to help clients deepen their self- awareness
  • How to leverage polarities to evoke client awareness

  SPEAKER BIO: 

  Cathy Carroll, MBA, MCC is the Founder and President of Legacy Onward, Inc., and an internationally recognized family business leadership coach, speaker and author of Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business With both Love and Logic. In addition to coaching, she trains coaches who specialize in coaching family enterprises as well as coaches who maintain their credential with the International Coaching Federation.

  Cathy earned certificates in both Leadership Coaching and Executive Facilitation at Georgetown University, an MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and a BA at Boston College.  She is also a Master Certified Coach (MCC) in the ICF.

  An active member of the community, Cathy currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Board of the Purposeful Planning Institute and co-founder & Treasurer of A Leg 'To Stand On,' which provides prosthetic limbs to children in developing countries.  You can read more about her from www.LegacyOnward.com or www.LegacyOnward.com/hug-of-war or www.LinkedIn.com/in/cathyacarroll

  CCEU:

  • Core Competency Credits: 1.0
  • Resource Development Credits: 0.5

  PRICING:

  • $25 USD Members
  • $35 USD Non-Members/Guest

  REGISTRATION: 

  PLEASE NOTE: Registration for this event is a 2-step process: 

  1)    Chapter members must register and pay for the program through their local chapter (ICF-Houston)

  2)    Once you register locally, you will receive a zoom registration link, which allows you to register through Zoom to attend the event. YOU MUST COMPLETE BOTH STEPS.

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