ICF-Central Florida, Inc. upcoming events

Coaching with my Friends - Sarasota (08 May 2026)

Fri, 08 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Self Pay Networking Event

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ICW - COACH-X: The Power of Coaching – Amplified in Minutes (11 May 2026)

Mon, 11 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

COACH-X:The Power of Coaching – Amplified in Minutes or Where Forward-Thinking Leaders Discover the Power of Coaching

Join the International Coaching Federation-Central Florida (ICF-CF) on Monday, May 11 from 5-7 pm at the University of Tampa (Ferman Center for the Arts in the Gordan Theatre) Parking is available on the First floor of the Thomas Garage (First floor entrance on W. North A. St.)

As part of International Coaching Week (May 10–16, 2026), you’re invited to kick off this week of celebrating coaching with an evening designed to shift perspectives, spark innovation, and showcase the true power of coaching.

COACH-X is not just an event—it’s an experience.

A curated hour of short, impactful talks where ideas move fast, insights land deeply, and conversations continue long after the evening ends.
Five speakers. Ten minutes each. One big idea at a time.
Because sometimes, the smallest ideas—shared in the shortest moments—create the biggest impact.

5:00 – 6: 00 pm HAPPY HOUR

The evening starts at 5 pm with happy hour and light appetizers - Before the ideas begin, the connections do. Join us for a relaxed, welcoming happy hour where coaches, leaders, and professionals gather, share, and expand their networks. Whether you come with a team or on your own, you’ll find yourself in meaningful conversation within minutes.

6:00 – 7:00 pm COACH-X EXPERIENCE

The format is simple—and powerful.

Why This Matters—Especially for Organizations

In today’s rapidly changing world, organizations are asking:

How do we develop stronger leaders?
How do we navigate constant change with clarity?
How do we retain and engage top talent?

Coaching is the answer more companies are turning to.

COACH-X offers a unique opportunity for business leaders, HR professionals, and corporate teams to:

Learn more about the aspects and perspectives of coaching
Explore how coaching drives performance and engagement
Discover how coaching fosters innovation, resilience, and accountability
Connect with professional coaches and like-minded leaders

COACH-X is designed for those who are curious, growth-minded, and ready to expand how they think, lead, and show up in the world.

Whether you are a professional coach or just beginning to explore the field, you’ll find fresh perspectives and meaningful connection. Business leaders and executives will gain insight into how coaching fuels stronger leadership and more engaged teams, while HR and talentdevelopment professionals will discover new ways to support growth, retention, and performance within their organizations.

If you’re an entrepreneur, team builder, or changemaker, this experience will spark ideas you can immediately bring into your work.

Join us for COACH-X during International Coaching Week.

ICW -Transformational Change: Where Strategy Meets Humanity (12 May 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Transformational Change: Where Strategy Meets Humanity

Change initiatives don’t fail because of bad plans… they fail because people don’t believe in them.

Join us during International Coaching Week for a dynamic Virtual Power Networking Event that brings together professionals from ICF, ACMP, ATD, and PMI to explore how coaching and change management work hand-in-hand to drive real, lasting transformation.

Tuesday, May 12 5:30–7:00 PM

Together, we’ll unpack how coaching bridges the critical gap between the how of change (process, tools, timelines) and the why (belief, trust, and buy-in). Through three interactive breakout rounds, you’ll engage in meaningful conversations, share insights, and walk away with practical ways to elevate your change initiatives.

Whether you lead change, support it, or live it every day, this session will expand how you think about influence, engagement, and impact.

And because great conversations deserve great company…

bring your own favorite happy hour snack or drink and join us for a relaxed, energizing experience.

Let’s connect, collaborate, and reimagine what’s possible when coaching and change management come together.

Reserve your spot and be part of the conversation.

ICW -Mid-Week Pause: Breathe, Reset, Recenter (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:30:00 GMT

This session introduces coaches to the role of breathing in shaping a client’s physiological state and how that directly impacts clarity, emotional regulation, and decision-making. By understanding how breath influences the nervous system, coaches can expand their ability to support clients in accessing insight, maintaining presence, and navigating challenges more effectively. The first 30 minutes will explore how breathing patterns reflect internal state, how to recognize shifts in real time, and how changes in physiology can enhance a client’s capacity for growth and action.

The second half of the session is experiential, guiding participants through practical breathing and mindfulness exercises designed to create measurable shifts in state. Coaches will leave with a clear understanding of when and how to integrate these tools into their sessions to support presence, resilience, and deeper client work, while staying fully aligned with their existing coaching style.

Kevin Connelly is an author, speaker, and the founder of Reconnect, an organization focused on helping coaches and professionals use physiology-based tools to improve regulation, resilience, and performance. He has trained over 100 instructors across more than 15 countries and led more than 6,000 participants through breath-based workshops and experiences. His work centers on how breathing patterns influence physiological and emotional states, and how targeted interventions can be applied in real time.

Drawing from both research and applied experience, Kevin teaches coaches how to integrate practical, evidence-informed breathing techniques into their sessions to support clarity, emotional control, and effective decision-making. His approach combines modern respiratory science with a clear, repeatable system that can be used immediately with clients.

ICW -Global Cultural Competency Workshop (Part 1) (14 May 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Global Cultural Competency Workshop (Part 1)

May 14 - 10am-12pm

Many coaches believe that cultural competency is simply about awareness; however, it is only part of the journey. Cultural competency goes beyond awareness into how we perceive, interpret, and engage across differences. We all carry cultural perspectives that shape our coaching presence, often unconsciously. In coaching, these dynamics influence trust, connection, and effectiveness. Developing cultural competency is not a one-time skill, but an ongoing practice that strengthens our ability to create inclusive, respectful, and impactful coaching spaces.

This workshop introduces key concepts of cultural competency in coaching. Participants will explore cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity; reflect on their own cultural perspectives; and develop greater cultural proficiency in their coaching practice.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand key concepts of cultural competency in coaching
• Differentiate between cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity
• Identify the six stages of cultural competency and their application in practice
• Define intercultural communication and its role in effective coaching

DEIB Learning Series (Complimentary for Members)

This workshop is Part 1 of a 3-part DEIB learning series, offered free of charge for ICF Central Florida members:

• Part 1: Global Cultural Competency (This session)
• Part 2: Advancing Cultural Competencies in Coaching — August 7
• Part 3: Coaching in Cultural Humility — November 6

Session Duration: 2 hours
CCE Credits: 1.5 Core Competencies (CC) | 0.5 Resource Development (RD)

About our Facilitator:

Dr. Jennifer Koster is the DEIB Engagement Manager at the International Coaching Federation, where she leads global engagement strategies, supports member resource groups across regions, and develops inclusive learning experiences that reflect the evolving needs of the coaching profession. She works closely with the VP of DEIB, to build alignment and expand programming that fosters equity, access, and belonging. With a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, an ACC credential, and a background in higher education, Jen brings clarity, strategy, and a touch of humor to every project—whether she’s designing a course, managing engagement, or making complex concepts actually make sense. In addition to my education, I spent many years working in the business sector in various roles in the banking, collections, and non-profit sectors. This work led to me teaching business courses later on. In 2014, I took a huge leap of faith to start a full-time college teaching career. I returned to my high school and started teaching at the secondary level. Career change doesn’t have to be scary–it is refreshing (and I would know!).

ICW - Cognitive Behavior Coaching Tools (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

It is no secret that people are experiencing high levels of stress in their lives and the workplace, which negatively impacts well-being and productivity. Effective mental health and stress management interventions exist, but can be inaccessible due to shortages in qualified mental health providers and the high cost of care. Additionally, some people still have a stigma around going to therapy. Research has shown that accredited professionals trained in cognitive behavioral coaching interventions can help clients decrease “perceived stress” and increase well-being. Cognitive behavioral therapy techniques are solution-focused and backed by comprehensive research and scientific study. They support people in fulfilling their vision and goals by understanding the impact of their thoughts on their feelings and behavior.

Learning Objectives:

Learn a brief history of CBT and how it is adapted for coaching with CBC.
Learn what to listen for and when it is appropriate to use CBC tools.
Learn several applied CBC tools to use right away with your clients.

Jory Stillman, MA, is a Master Certified Coach (ICF) and Senior Practitioner with the EMCC, with over 5,000 hours of coaching experience. She specializes in holistic Executive, Leadership, Life, and Well-Being coaching, partnering with clients to navigate growth, purpose, and transition with clarity and compassion.

Jory has trained and mentored hundreds of coaches through FastTrack Coach Academy, earning recognition as both a “teacher’s teacher” and a “coach’s coach” for her ability to cultivate growth and mastery in others. Her global clientele includes VPs, directors, entrepreneurs, and creatives from Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and nonprofits. Drawing on positive psychology, cognitive behavioral tools, and somatic practices, Jory creates a coaching space that’s both deeply supportive and insightfully challenging.

She lives in Upstate New York with her husband and is a proud stepmom to one teenager and one young adult. Partnering with her husband to help raise his kids is one of the greatest privileges and most meaningful accomplishments of her life.

Global Day for Cultural Diversity (21 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Global Day for Cultural Diversity | May 21 | Center for Spiritual Living, 709 Edgewater Dr. Orlando, FL 32804

This experience will include Universal Dances of Peace - an embodied practice that brings people together through movement, rhythm and shared presence, honoring unity across cultures and traditions.

Exploring a Unique Path to Lasting Change (19 Jun 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

What if the deepest breakthroughs happen when the coach and client access intuitive knowing? Join Kristy Halvorsen, author of Perfect Unfolding, coach and nomadic world traveler, as we explore releasing expectations and embodying radical presence.

Through her unique journey from mechanical engineer to firefighter/paramedic to off-grid coach, Kristy discovered that the most profound transformational coaching moments come from complete openness to the unknown. She'll share the moment that changed everything she knew and revolutionized the way she coaches.

We will explore:

How nurturing openness and curiosity cultivates complete trust.
Encouraging clients to tune into their inner knowing while letting go of conditioned beliefs.
Fostering embracing "off-the-wall" intuitive moments in coaching
Releasing judgment and expectations of ourselves and providing the reflective space for clients to do the same.
Opening doorways to transformation we never imagined possible.

The foundation of cultivating transformational trust and radical acceptance comes from an embodied understanding that everyone is always doing their best, given the emotional, physical and mental space they are in.

Come ready to question everything you believe as we explore a unique path to lasting change.

Kristy Halvorsen is the author of Perfect Unfolding and a transformational coach who has literally and figuratively gone off the beaten path. After 14 years as a firefighter/paramedic, in 2017 she sold her home in southwest Florida to migrate with the seasons in an Airstream trailer, which turned into what she calls a "modern-day walkabout." Living off-grid in nature for eight years has taught her more than any textbook could about trust, presence, and the gift of awareness and instinct.

Kristy's coaching practice spans the globe and all walks of life. A common thread is helping people realize who they truly are and live their dreams without sacrificing happiness along the way. Her word to describe this simple, fun, and beautiful way to live is “coddiwomple”—that is, to live in wonder, embrace the unknown, and trust Life while waking up to the complete freedom available to us all.

Coaching with my Friends - Tampa (10 Jul 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Self Pay Networking Event

Coaching with my Friends - Orlando (17 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Self Pay Networking Event

Decision Making with Focus on Purpose: A Framework for Sustainable Change (17 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Participants will explore a reflective coaching process designed to support clients in moving from localized problem-solving to purpose-driven transformation. Through the framework "Why Change - What to Change - How to Cause the Change", coaches will practice facilitating deeper awareness that connects the client's goals with their larger sense of purpose and professional identity. Many clients initially seek to resolve surface issues - such as time management or productivity - without recognising the underlying patterns or values that truly drive their behaviour. This session invites coaches to guide clients beyond symptom-level goals, fostering insight, ownership, and meaningful decision-making. Using real case reflections and structured coaching questions, participants will experience how to evoke awareness and facilitate lasting growth in alignment with ICF Core Competencies. The workshop blends reflective inquiry, peer practice, and integration discussions to strengthen coaches ' presence, listening, and ability to hold transformative space for purposeful change.

Marta Villagra is a professional coach, author, and developer of the "Think clearly and act with focus" approach, which integrates reflective inquiry, systems thinking, and behavioural awareness to promote purposeful action. With over two decades of experience in leadership development and executive coaching, Marta helps individuals and organisations connect clarity of thought with clear direction. Her work bridges coaching and neuroscience, offering practical ways to transform complex challenges into intentional choices. As a facilitator and speaker, she is known for her depth, calm presence, and ability to evoke awareness that leads to meaningful action. Marta's mission is to help leaders cultivate the mental clarity necessary to act with focus, alignment, and integrity.

ICF-CF New Member Orientation (ZOOM Call) (20 Jul 2026)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

ICF Central Florida New Member Orientation

Description:

Welcome to the New Members Orientation presented by the ICF-CF Executive Board!

This Forum is open to all members, but will have a focus on:

New member ICF-CF Benefits
New member Global Benefits
Committee review, Invitation to Join committees
Pathways to accreditation.
All Member questions

Expand Your Coaching Practice with Co-Development Action Learning (CAL) (21 Aug 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us for an engaging event that will deepen your understanding of Codevelopment Action Learning (CAL) and its application in coaching, especially for cross-funtional groups in organizations. CAL is a coaching process that has been developed for the past three decades in the French-speaking world: Canada (Quebec), France and Belgium, and is only now becoming adopted by English-speaking coaches, beginning with the publication of the first-ever book in English in 2024, Codevelopment Action Learning (CAL) for Business: Co-create, Accelerate, Grow. This event will be presented by Ron Cheshire, one of the authors of this book, who will be joining us from his home in Montreal, Canada.

This highly adopted and heavily researched technique is summarized in a series of steps. In this event, we will practice Step 0, and be introduced to Steps 1-3 through a practical Showcase. There will be a live demonstration with a volunteer client and volunteer coaches from our ICF Colorado community. Participants will also explore how to integrate CAL into their coaching practices in dedicated breakout discussions.

You’ll gain insights into developing essential skills, such as establishing clear agreements, fostering a reflective mindset, and transforming insights into actionable outcomes, all aligned with ICF competencies.

Don’t miss this chance to enhance your coaching toolkit and elevate your coaching journey!

Learning Objectives:

Learn CAL Principles and How It Works: Get an overview of the Codevelopment Action Learning (CAL) approach, including its five key principles and how it operates to foster collaboration and innovation in coaching.

Apply CAL in Coaching: Identify where CAL fits into your coaching practice and get practical tips to start CAL groups that solve client challenges.

Expand Coaching Services with CAL: Discover how to use CAL in group coaching programs to co-create solutions, speed up client growth, and offer new services.

Ron Cheshire, MBA, PCC is a leadership coach and co-founder of The Co-Leadership Group, specializing in elevating leaders and uniting teams. He employs personalized one-on-one coaching, strengths-based team coaching, and cohort-based action-learning leadership development journeys to help leaders and teams co-create solutions, accelerate progress, and drive growth—individually and collectively.

With over 30 years of experience as an executive in investment management, team leadership, and partnerships, Ron brings a wealth of expertise to his clients. He is also the co-author of the new book Codevelopment Action Learning (CAL) for Business: Co-create, Accelerate, Grow, published by Routledge - Taylor & Francis.

As a seasoned Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coach Federation (ICF) and a dynamic CAL facilitator, Ron holds coaching certifications from Gallup (CliftonStrengths) and Erickson International. He is passionate about sports, particularly skiing with his family and soccer, having been a team coach for many years.

Coaching with my Friends - Sarasota (18 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Self Pay Networking Event

Not Your Typical - How to Speak with Confidence - Presentation (18 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Your clients love you. You make a difference in their lives and they refer you when they can. Still you wonder if you can do more to make a positive impact in the world. If you could extend your reach you would do it in a heartbeat.

You’re not alone and it’s absolutely possible. Join me for a 90-minute conversational presentation where we will explore how to be seen as an expert, how to create valuable content, and how to continually build confidence in any area of life.

As a servant minded coach, you’ll experiment with coaching tools, develop content for your favorite type of clients, and amplify your interest in making a difference in the world.

When you attend you will receive:

1. The 7Cs Framework for Creating Content

2. The 7Cs Worksheet to create a presentation quickly and simply on one page

3. The Get to know your Audience Worksheet for creating audience-centric content

If I could wave a magic wand, I would also make sure you walk away with The Confidence Coaching Card Deck. https://www.standtall-llc.com/card-deck.html

The Confidence Coaching Card Deck includes:

Powerful questions to build confidence and inspire action
The Habit Loop model to conceptually understand how habits work
High quality images for use with clients during coaching sessions

Sara Cross is the president and founder of STAND TALL, a company that helps build confidence, established in 2013. She works with leaders at all levels within an organization.

She is a Confidence Coach, an International Speaker and developer of the “Fearless Speaker” training program. She is the author of The Confidence to Speak, a book about the many fears of speaking and Captivate Your Audience, a guide for creating presentations the audience wants to hear. She delivers powerful training programs to leaders who want to lead from the front of the room with more confidence.

Sara holds a mastery coach certification as well as the International Coach Federation Professional Certified Coach Accreditation. She utilizes her extensive coaching experience in all aspects of her work.

Sara’s passion for speaking her truth is evident in her candid approach to communications. Her clients like her fun, spirited, and encouraging personality. She is a champion of bravery and doesn’t just talk the talk. She continually demonstrates confidence building in her work and personal life.

Coaching with my Friends - Tampa (02 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Self Pay Networking Event

Coaching with my Friends - Orlando (16 Oct 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Self Pay Networking Event

Imposter Syndrome: Owning Your Worth While Helping Others Find Theirs (16 Oct 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Many professionals struggle with the Impostor Syndrome (IS), doubting their success despite clear evidence of competence. First studied in the 1970s, and coined the Impostor Phenomenon, it is now commonly called Impostor Syndrome. The difference in terminology will be addressed.

For coaches, recognizing IS’s impact on clients’ confidence, leadership, and career progression is essential. This session, led by seasoned executive coach Susan Hahn, provides research-backed tools for clients to identify and overcome IS. Attendees will experience an IS assessment, gain strategies to foster resilience and self-assurance, and learn to guide clients toward lasting confidence. Personal insights and coaching techniques will empower coaches to lead clients with authenticity and impact. As part of the presentation, Susan will share how the Impostor Syndrome and Emotional Intelligence showed up during her recovery following a serious accident.

As a business owner, executive coach, workplace mediator, and trainer, Susan works with diverse organizations throughout the United States, Europe and Canada. In addition to serving as CEO of Swan Consulting Group, she is adjunct faculty at Johns Hopkins University. Susan is a Certified Physician Leadership Coach through the Physician Coaching Institute and formerly credentialed as an executive coach through the International Coaching Federation (PCC). Certifications in mediation were awarded from The Maryland Institute for Continuing Professional Education of Lawyers (MICPEL) and The Baltimore School for Mediation.

Susan is a master facilitator of the Strength Deployment Inventory, and Wiley Partner and Distributor of Everything DiSC and the Five Behaviors. She is the founding president of ICF-MD and remains an active participant in the Harvard Medical School/McClean Hospital programs focused on coaching in healthcare. Prior to founding Swan Consulting Group in 2001, Susan served for 23 years in executive positions, most notably as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of a Behavioral Health System.

ICF-CF New Member Orientation (ZOOM Call) (19 Oct 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

ICF Central Florida New Member Orientation

Description:

Welcome to the New Members Orientation presented by the ICF-CF Executive Board!

This Forum is open to all members, but will have a focus on:

New member ICF-CF Benefits
New member Global Benefits
Committee review, Invitation to Join committees
Pathways to accreditation.
All Member questions

Coaching with my Friends - Sarasota (06 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Self Pay Networking Event

Unveiling the Genco Method: A Neurological Approach to Coaching (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Dive into the intricate world of cognitive distortions and their profound impact on coaching practices. This workshop serves as an exclusive sneak peek into the innovative Genco Method Neurologic Coach Training. Discover how understanding and leveraging cognitive distortions can revolutionize your coaching techniques and outcomes.

Tijen Genco, MCC, is a master coach and visionary dedicated to advancing the coaching profession through innovative methodologies and global leadership.

As an Advanced Certified Team Coach and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Tijen brings a wealth of experience guiding individuals, executives, and teams at Fortune 100 companies, government agencies, and non-profits worldwide.

She is the creator of the Genco Method Transcendental Coaching©, a groundbreaking approach that integrates evidence-based practices with the mind-body connection to achieve deep, sustainable, and transformative outcomes. A respected educator and mentor, Tijen is passionately committed to helping coaches reach their highest potential.

Her unique leadership within the ICF is unparalleled. As an ICF Assessor for all three levels of candidate certification, Tijen not only evaluates and assesses but also determines the educational needs of ICF MCC Assessors and mentors them. This integral role demonstrates her deep commitment to fostering the highest standards of coaching mastery.

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

End of Year Celebration, Tampa (04 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 16:30:00 GMT

ICF-Central Florida, Inc. upcoming events

Coaching with my Friends - Sarasota (08 May 2026)

Self Pay Networking Event

ICW - COACH-X: The Power of Coaching – Amplified in Minutes (11 May 2026)

ICW -Transformational Change: Where Strategy Meets Humanity (12 May 2026)

ICW -Mid-Week Pause: Breathe, Reset, Recenter (13 May 2026)

ICW -Global Cultural Competency Workshop (Part 1) (14 May 2026)

Learning outcomes include:

DEIB Learning Series (Complimentary for Members)

ICW - Cognitive Behavior Coaching Tools (15 May 2026)

Global Day for Cultural Diversity (21 May 2026)

Exploring a Unique Path to Lasting Change (19 Jun 2026)

Coaching with my Friends - Tampa (10 Jul 2026)

Self Pay Networking Event

Coaching with my Friends - Orlando (17 Jul 2026)

Self Pay Networking Event

Decision Making with Focus on Purpose: A Framework for Sustainable Change (17 Jul 2026)

ICF-CF New Member Orientation (ZOOM Call) (20 Jul 2026)

ICF Central Florida New Member Orientation

Expand Your Coaching Practice with Co-Development Action Learning (CAL) (21 Aug 2026)

Coaching with my Friends - Sarasota (18 Sep 2026)

Self Pay Networking Event

Not Your Typical - How to Speak with Confidence - Presentation (18 Sep 2026)

Coaching with my Friends - Tampa (02 Oct 2026)

Self Pay Networking Event

Coaching with my Friends - Orlando (16 Oct 2026)

Self Pay Networking Event

Imposter Syndrome: Owning Your Worth While Helping Others Find Theirs (16 Oct 2026)

ICF-CF New Member Orientation (ZOOM Call) (19 Oct 2026)

ICF Central Florida New Member Orientation

Coaching with my Friends - Sarasota (06 Nov 2026)

Self Pay Networking Event

Unveiling the Genco Method: A Neurological Approach to Coaching (20 Nov 2026)

End of Year Celebration, Tampa (04 Dec 2026)

Celebrate the Season with Your Coaching Community