Host

Paul Briley, ACC

Co-Host

Amy Shuman, PCC, MA

Morning Networking Activity - Idea Expansion by Answering Yes

Amity DeJong, ACC

Amity DeJong is an award-winning strategic planner with two decades of training experience. In her various positions as a strategic planner, team leader, project facilitator, and trainer, she found that coaching is the connecting passion. She launched her coaching business, Heart of Possibility, to leverage her expertise to partner with individuals and teams to fulfill their potential and optimize innovation. Amity’s playful approach is designed to help people and teams get beyond their road blocks and consider what’s possible. She has an MS in Organizational Psychology, holds certifications in Business Process Improvement (LSSBB) and Business Process Management (BPM) as well as her Associate Coach Certification (ACC). 

Breakout Presenter - Equitable Coaching: Building Bridges in Diverse Landscapes

Katie Kanowsky, PCC

Designed for ICF coaches committed to fostering inclusion and diversity. This interactive workshop will dive into the critical role of equity in coaching, guiding participants through reflective exercises to uncover personal and systemic biases. Learn practical strategies for initiating inclusive coaching conversations and embedding equity principles into your business model and client engagements. Together, we'll formulate actionable plans for immediate and long-term impact, ensuring your practice is a welcoming space for all clients. This session offers a dynamic learning environment to deepen your understanding and application of equity in coaching. Collaborate with fellow coaches, build supportive networks, and leave equipped to take action. This session is a must-attend for any coach committed to personal growth and societal change through coaching.

Breakout Presenter - Ikigai Unveiled: A Path to Purposeful Living

Priya Venkatesan

Attendees can expect an immersive exploration into the profound concept of Ikigai. Through engaging discussions and interactive exercises, participants will discover practical techniques to identify their own Ikigai and integrate it into their daily lives. They’ll learn how to align their passions with their professions, find meaning in their missions, and cultivate a sense of fulfillment through their vocations. Moreover, they’ll delve into the science behind working in flow, uncovering strategies to enhance productivity and enjoyment in their endeavors. By the end of the presentation, attendees will leave equipped with actionable insights and a renewed sense of purpose, ready to embark on their journey towards a more fulfilling and joyful existence.

Bio:

Breakout Presenter - Bold Sales Conversations: How to Own Your Value without Feeling Pushy or Salesy

Mary Cravets
 

SALES. For most people, that single word brings on eye-rolls and shudders of distaste. And no wonder! Nearly everyone has been scarred by high-pressure sales tactics. The problem is that when those scars show up in your sales conversations, instead of enrolling clients you’re probably hearing a lot of, “I’ll think about it” or you’re offering discounts just to make the sale. How do you stand firm in your value while staying away from manipulative, intrusive sales tactics? In this talk, Mary Cravets teaches how to break down resistance to sales and get better results by applying a proven method based on respect. - Get your hands on a complete sales conversation structure so you can confidently ask to be paid what you’re worth AND empower prospects to feel great about saying yes to your services. - Shift old assumptions about sales and learn why those assumptions are so limiting to both you and your prospects. - Complete an assessment that reveals exactly how to apply the #1 strategy to decrease stress and increase enrollment.

Bio:

Mary Cravets is an award-winning Client Generation Expert and International Speaker who helps people grow their businesses without working nights and weekends. She’s heard ALL the confusing and conflicting advice out there - so she isn’t surprised that most business owners struggle to establish a sustainable business. But she’s here to change that.

Using her methods, the majority of Mary’s clients quickly increase their income 50% or more. Clients range from the former CFO of Microsoft North America, to coaches in their first few years of business, to thought-leaders in a variety of service professions. Mary is also a huge fan of roller coasters, obsessed with otters and proud Mom to her cat Inigo Montoya.

Breakout Presenter - Increasing Your Impact Through Inner Work

Leticia Montana, ACC, MSOD

Have you ever wondered what it takes to elevate your presence and increase your impact? This session takes you on the journey of self-discovery to the roots of your strength, and the value you bring forward and support you to re-imagine your impact through awareness, reflection, and transformation. Mapping out where you are standing now and connecting the dots to your vision of an ideal coach/leader/business-owner help to maximize your potential.

3 learning objectives for the session

• To define your core values and alignment with who you are.
• To develop self-awareness around your own personal journey and what has contributed to your current strength and values.
• To reimagine and elevate your work by defining your vision and mapping out the steps to get there.

Leticia Montana, MSOD, ACC, is an experienced leadership coach and organizational development consultant with expertise across a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial services, biopharmaceuticals, tech, and management consulting. As a coach, she is recognized for her ability to guide her clients along their leadership journey while amplifying their voice, staying true to their values, and leading with authenticity. Leticia received her coaching training at the prestigious Hudson Institute of Coaching of Santa Barbara, a leader in the field of coaching and human development and holds a M.S. in Organizational Development from the University of San Francisco.

Breakout Presenter - Increasing Your Impact Through Inner Work

Maryam Ghadiri

Have you ever wondered what it takes to elevate your presence and increase your impact? This session takes you on the journey of self-discovery to the roots of your strength, and the value you bring forward and support you to re-imagine your impact through awareness, reflection, and transformation. Mapping out where you are standing now and connecting the dots to your vision of an ideal coach/leader/business-owner help to maximize your potential.

3 learning objectives for the session

• To define your core values and alignment with who you are.
• To develop self-awareness around your own personal journey and what has contributed to your current strength and values.
• To re-imagine and elevate your work by defining your vision and mapping out the steps to get there.

Maryam Ghadiri (breakout presenter) is a leadership coach, organizational development consultant, and storyteller. During her career, she gained experience as a director, manager, and coach working in academic, non-profit, and start-up sectors. She is a co-founder of Golden Acorn, a women-led coaching company with the mission to unlock career and leadership potential and transform lives through experiential courses and world-class coaching. Maryam's experience in various countries enhances her comprehension of cultural diversity, fostering collaboration, and engaging with both internal and external clients.

Breakout Presenter - Beyond Limits: Harnessing Imagination to Revolutionize Coaching

Casey Field

Delve into the untapped realm of imaginative techniques. This approach challenges conventional methods by advocating for a creative and innovative mindset that not only inspires coaches but also empowers individuals to explore new possibilities within themselves. Through real-life examples, cutting-edge research, and practical strategies, this concept redefines the boundaries of personal and professional growth. It encourages coaches to incorporate imaginative practices into their methodology, fostering an environment where clients can visualize success, overcome obstacles, and achieve their highest aspirations. This transformative guide is a beacon for those seeking to elevate their coaching impact, making every session a journey of discovery and achievement.

Anchored by a solid academic foundation, including an MBA and diverse coaching certifications, Casey’s real magic lies in his ability to merge creative thinking with actionable strategies, aiming to spark a worldwide leadership transformation with human connection at the forefront. His pursuit of a doctorate in Integral Psychology underscores his commitment to melding scientific inquiry with the boundless possibilities of creative thought. Casey’s role as a father remains his proudest achievement. He is proof that personal fulfillment and professional impact can coalesce into a life of profound meaning, purpose, and happiness.

Breakout Presenter - The Good News and Bad News About Burnout

Tami Hackbarth

Burnout - client, coaches, parents and professionals are in danger of it. We are exhausted - mentally, physically and emotionally. But there is hope! In this interactive session you will learn about chronic stress, 10 ways to combat it and leave with the tools you need to reclaim your energy.

Bio:

Tami Hackbarth is a life+work coach, speaker, author, podcaster and Fair Play Facilitator. She works with women who want to get their time and energy back so they can create the world they want to live in. Tami began her career working in politics after graduating from UC Davis. In her mid 30s, she began her second career as an elementary school teacher. It was in her work as a teacher, she found herself physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted. These were the beginning signs of burnout. In response, Tami began practicing 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care. It completely changed her life - in and out of the classroom.

Now Tami dedicates her work as a Life+Work Coach to helping others change their lives through 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care and the Fair Play Method. She is a certified Life+Work Coach through UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education, a Fair Play Facilitator through the Fair Play Policy Institute, coaches professionals privately all over the country and through her group coaching program Deferred Maintenance.

Breakout Presenter - Building Authentic and Lasting Relationships through Courageous Conversations

Donna Justice, PCC

Too often we try to suppress our desires and needs in an effort to maintain our most important relationships. Maybe we don’t want to rock the boat. Maybe we think we are being selfish. Or maybe we don’t want to admit that the relationship is not serving us. But the best partnerships are based on self-love, open hearts, and courageous conversations.

This interactive workshop explodes the myth that the best relationships are free of conflict and empowers participants with evidence-based practices and tools to build productive and fulfilling relationships based on empathy, curiosity, and respect.

In this presentation, participants will learn to:

• Be honest about what they want through values-based decision making

• Recognize disconnects and unhealthy patterns by applying evidence-based relationship theories and techniques

• Share their needs without fear of conflict through non-violent communications

• Approach others with genuine curiosity

Donna Justice, PCC, has more than 30 years of experience in leadership, communications, and mentoring. Relationships are central to Donna’s life and the lives of her clients. Without healthy and joyful relationships--with partners, family, friends, and colleagues--most of us cannot excel in any of the most important areas of our lives. Donna has been married for 32 years, has raised two creative adults, and has led teams of diversely talented communicators. Leveraging her personal experience and extensive training in interpersonal communications and evidence-based practices, Donna helps clients face their fear of conflict to have courageous conversations for authentic, honest, and fulfilling relationships. In her coaching sessions and workshops, she offers a broad perspective along with practical tools and tips for forging deep connections with others while also remaining true to ourselves. Donna received her coach training from UC Davis in 2018 and holds a Professional Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation. She has coached over 500 individuals and dozens of couples on their quest to build strong rapport with the people most important to them.