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• Networkshop CC#6 Listens Actively

  • When
    April 14, 2026
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    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom (Link will be shared in confirmation email)

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  Join us for our Networkshop series!
  

  This is a great opportunity to connect with other coaches to build your network and dive deeper into the core coaching competencies. Each session, a member of the ICF Board will lead a short networkshop focused on one of the competencies. Then, in break out rooms, you'll have the opportunity to meet other coaches, discuss the competency and share collective wisdom on how you can apply these learnings to best support your clients. We look forward to collaborating and growing with you and expanding on best practices.

  In this Net-Workshop we will be covering CC#6 Listens Actively. 

  We will discuss:

  What is means to focus on what the client is and is not saying to fully understand what is being communicated in the context of the client system and to support client self-expression.
  

  How to consider the client's context, identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs to enhance understanding of what the client is communicating.

  How to reflect or summarize what the client communicated to ensure clarity and understanding.

  All participants will receive 1.5  Core Competency Credits.

  PRESENTER:

  
  

  Ana Floyd is a Life Development Coach in Communications^TM, Certified Communications Trainer, and experienced facilitator who has worked with thousands of clients worldwide. Ana began her training in San Francisco, California in 1988 when she attended the first Design Your Life Workshop^TM, co-created by the late Thomas J Leonard and Carol McCall, PhD, which was an integral and foundational part of her beginnings in training as a coach. Currently, Ana holds her Professional Certified Coach credential with the International Coach Federation (ICF), as well contributing as a supervisory board member for the Women in leadership program at the University of California, Santa Barbara-PACE. 

  Starting out as one of the youngest pioneers in the coaching industry, since 1997, Ana has co-owned and operated a successful coaching and training company for over two decades. She has been blessed for 25 years to develop her skill as a seasoned coaching entrepreneur, gaining a reputation for being quick on her feet, facing numerous business challenges while continuing to follow through on deadlines. She is a focused professional, as well as a compassionate, open-hearted leader who prefers to relate to others with a relaxed approach when faced with challenges and opportunities.

  Moreover, Ana is a skilled listener who is capable of listening on several levels, thus hearing what's being said and what's not being said. Ana continues to professionally develop her expertise in empowered listening through coaching and training professionals worldwide.

  Ana is a native Californian, born in San Francisco and graduated from University of California, Davis. Ana now calls San Diego her home.

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• Credentialing Series: Q&A about what it takes to get an ICF credential and is it worth it

  • When
    April 15, 2026
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    4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  What Does it Take to Earn a Credential and where are you on your journey?

  This new year, many are embarking on a goal to obtain or retain their ICF Credential. Earning an ICF Credential is a rigorous process that provides legitimacy and professional credibility. This process can often seem shrouded in mystery, confusion or just overwhelming.  Join us for an open and  insightful conversation and Q&A session with Coach Educator, Mentor, Assessor, and Founder Dawn DeFrancesco. 

  Are you curious about what credentialing path is right for you? What is the difference between being certified and being credentialed? Do you know how to navigate the ICF portal to upload your package of documents? Do you need to renew your credential or has your credential lapsed?  How do you  submit your performance review  recordings?  Learn the answers to all of your questions and more. 

  PRESENTER:

  
  

  Dr. Dawn DeFrancesco is a Co-Founder, the Chief Executive Officer, and subject matter expert for coaching skills and mentor coaching at Trio Coaching Academy. With an extensive instructional design background, she underscores the principle of “Learn Coaching Skills”.

  Dawn is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) for individuals, groups, and teams. She has coached people on the topics of health and wellness, work/life balance, career, leadership, improving team collaboration, and the use of assessments for self-awareness, collaboration, and growth. In addition to coaching, Dawn’s background includes over 20 years in learning and development, instructional design, and performance improvement across many industries. She holds a PhD in Training and Performance Improvement from Capella University, a MA in Computing in Education from Teachers College Columbia University, and a BA in Telecommunications from Pennsylvania State University.

  In addition to Trio Coaching Academy, Dawn is the founder and head coach of It’s a New Dawn Coaching. It’s a New Dawn helps individuals and organizations take a multidimensional, whole-person approach to achieving goals. She also serves as executive and leadership coach for organizations such as the Center for Creative Leadership, Sounding Board, and Talent Praxis. Dawn is also a mentor coach and ICF-certified performance evaluator.

  
  

  
  

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• SPECIAL EVENT: Partnering with AI: Practical Use of AI for Coaching Professionals

  • When
    April 21, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Orange County Chapter Presents: Partnering with AI: Practical Use of AI for Coaching Professionals

  DESCRIPTION: 
  

  Partnering with AI: Practical Use of AI for Coaching Professionals is a dynamic, hands-on session for coaches who want to use AI with confidence—without compromising ethics, presence, or coaching mastery. You’ll learn a simple, coach-friendly framework for what to delegate to AI, what to protect, and what to never outsource, then see real examples you can apply immediately: faster session prep, sharper questions, clearer theme-spotting, stronger between-session practices, and better follow-through that keeps the client in the driver’s seat. We’ll also cover the essentials of responsible use—confidentiality, consent, bias, and data safety—so you can integrate AI in ways that strengthen trust and elevate outcomes. Leave with practical workflows, ready-to-use prompts, and a “first 7 days” action plan to start partnering with AI right away.

   

  WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Explain what “partnering with AI” means in a coaching context—AI as an assistant that supports coaching excellence, not a substitute for the coach-client relationship. Apply a clear decision framework for what to delegate to AI, what to safeguard, and what to never outsource. Use AI to strengthen key moments in the coaching journey (intake, session prep, live coaching, reflection, between-session support, progress reviews). Write and adapt high-quality prompts that produce useful results while maintaining client agency and avoiding leading or biased outputs. Implement ethical guardrails for confidentiality, consent, data handling, bias, transparency, and appropriate boundaries. Create a personal “AI practice plan” (tools, workflows, policies, and first steps) aligned to their coaching niche and comfort level.

  CCE's:

  *0.5 Core Competency & 1 Resource Development unit

  IMPORTANT: This registration process consists of TWO STEPS.

  After completing your initial registration, you will receive an additional email instructing you to ALSO register via Zoom.

  Please note that your registration will not be considered complete unless you also register through Zoom.

  Presenter: Susan Caesar
  

  

  Susan Caesar is a strategist, storyteller, and systems leader working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, human development, and the living world. She serves as the Director of Artificial Intelligence at the International Coaching Federation (ICF), where she leads the responsible integration of AI across a global community of more than 60,000 coaches. Susan guides ICF’s AI strategy for 2026 and beyond, ensuring that emerging technologies strengthen human capability, elevate professional standards, and uphold the dignity, agency, and wellbeing of people worldwide. Susan is also the Founder of humain.org, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing life-centered leadership and innovation. Her work at Humain.org champions two core commitments: women leading with life and innovation that regenerates the natural world. Through applied research, thought leadership, and cross-sector partnerships spanning technology and conservation, she is helping to redefine progress in service of both humanity and the planet. She hosts two podcast shows one for coaches and another for leaders featuring global voices who are reimagining how technology, nature, and society can flourish together. As a writer and speaker, Susan explores ethical innovation, regenerative futures, and the cultural transformations needed to usher in a truly life-centered era. In addition, Susan is the co-founder of the Lead With Purpose movement, created with Donna Potts McKenzie, which delivers leadership programs for community colleges (including Harper College) and future-of-work pathways for organizations navigating rapid transformation. Across her work in strategy, storytelling, and systems change, Susan’s purpose is clear: to help people, organizations, and technologies lead with wisdom, so that human potential, innovation, and the living planet can thrive together.

  *Disclaimer: AI Bots will not be permitted.

  *CCE Requirement Notes for Participants: Zoom: You will not be able to join the meeting if you are not logged into a Zoom account. If you don't have a Zoom account, you can create one for free at https://zoom.us. For attendance tracking purposes, all participants are required to login to their zoom account associated with their event registration. CCE’s: To be awarded CCE’s for participation in this event it is required to remain on camera for a minimum of 80% of the scheduled event.

  
  

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• Enhancing Your Visibility: Leveraging Speaking Engagements to Elevate Your Coaching Practice

  • When
    April 28, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  ICF North Florida Presents: Enhancing Your Visibility: Leveraging Speaking Engagements to Elevate Your Coaching Practice

  DESCRIPTION:  Public speaking is a powerful tool for coaches to increase visibility, establish credibility, and attract clients. Yet, many struggle with how to leverage speaking engagements effectively. This session provides a step-by-step approach to identifying ideal speaking opportunities, crafting compelling messages, and converting engagements into business growth. Participants will engage in interactive exercises, including refining a talk title, brainstorming signature topics, and writing outreach emails to secure speaking gigs. By the end, attendees will have a clear roadmap for integrating speaking into their coaching business model, positioning themselves as thought leaders, and using speaking engagements as a strategic growth tool.
  
  WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: By the end of this session, participants will:
   1. Craft a compelling speaking topic that aligns with their coaching expertise, engages their ideal audience, and positions them as a trusted authority.
   2. Identify and secure speaking opportunities by learning where to find ideal events, how to approach decision-makers, and what outreach strategies convert to bookings.
   3. Leverage speaking engagements to grow their coaching business by implementing audience engagement techniques, strategic calls to action, and effective follow-up methods to turn attendees into paying clients.

  CCE's:

  *0.75 Core Competency & 0.75 Resource Development Units

  IMPORTANT: This registration process consists of TWO STEPS.

  After completing your initial registration, you will receive an additional email instructing you to ALSO register via Zoom.

  Please note that your registration will not be considered complete unless you also register through Zoom.

  PRESENTER: Dale Wilsher

  
  

  Dale Wilsher is an executive leadership coach, keynote speaker, and personal development expert dedicated to helping professionals amplify their impact. A Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and a member of the Forbes Coaches Council, Dale serves as faculty for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute of Organizational Management and the Professional Christian Coaching Institute. As Director of Programming for NSA Colorado and a certified virtual presenter, she has spent 17 years leveraging speaking engagements to grow her coaching business. Dale’s dynamic presentations blend neuroscience, psychology, and practical strategies to help coaches increase visibility, attract clients, and expand influence.

  *Disclaimer: AI Bots will not be permitted.

  *CCE Requirement Notes for Participants: Zoom: You will not be able to join the meeting if you are not logged into a Zoom account. If you don't have a Zoom account, you can create one for free at https://zoom.us. For attendance tracking purposes, all participants are required to login to their zoom account associated with their event registration. CCE’s: To be awarded CCE’s for participation in this event it is required to remain on camera for a minimum of 80% of the scheduled event.

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