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One of our pillars of ICF Sacramento is to provide opportunities for coaches to connect. The last two years have been challenging, and have required us to re-think the ways we can gather, and the ways we build relationships.
Our board member challenge this month was to reach out to at least one fellow member we did not already know well. The connection could be over phone, video, or even in-person where possible.
I was happy to spend some time with our membership Director, Lisa Laughter. Lisa is constantly learning, reading, and absorbing all the professional development opportunities she can. I loved hearing about how she empowers her clients to lead joyful lives full of intention, purpose, deep gratitude, and balance. Lisa is really excellent at celebrating others, so I would like to acknowledge and celebrate her!
I extend an invitation to you to take part in the challenge as well. All you have to do is reach out to a fellow member or
board member and introduce yourself this month. Bonus points if you take a photo and post about the experience on
social media (don’t forget to tag us, if you do!).
|  | | | | Member Spotlight
I recently had the good fortune to interview Gayle Guest-Brown, PCC, MBA, PMP about her experiences as an ICF coach.
Click here to watch the video interview.
Gayle is the CEO of Guest Brown Impact, serving executive leaders across the Sacramento region for over six years. The ICF Sacramento chapter is lucky to have her as a veteran member of four years and counting! Believe me when I say that with Gayle’s breadth of expertise and coaching chops, you’ll want to connect with her and learn as much as I did!
Rebecca Lachona, ACC
Associate Director, Communications
ICF Sacramento Chapter
www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-lachona
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WELCOME new and renewed members!
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Deidra Dickerson, ACC
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Deborah Bradshaw, ACC
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Elizabeth Robinson, PCC
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Anika Hillin, ACC
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Megan Loeswick, ACC
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Thanks for the feedback!
The ICF Sacramento Board of Directors would like to thank the incredible 25% of active members who participated in the 2022 Member Survey; we learned so much from you!
Some important things you shared:
- Groups and Teams
- Leaders and Executives
- Health (including Mental Health) Coaching
| Upcoming Events - Mark Your Calendars |  | | Call for Ignite Coach Volunteers
There are still slots available to coach Sacramento State’s EdD program participants this February-July. If you are interested in participating as an Ignite coach, please complete the
ICF Sac 2022 Coach Volunteer Form by February 9th.
What can you expect?
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Provide six to ten, 50-60 minute, bi-monthly, pro bono coaching sessions.
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Determine mutually agreeable dates and times for phone or video coaching, directly with your client.
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Note: This opportunity is open to ICF credentialed coaches only.
More about the Ignite Initiative
We are excited about what we can accomplish together! Please contact Tracy Kreiss with any questions.
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Chapter Member Benefits
As an ICF Sacramento chapter member, you’ll engage with a vibrant coaching community that supports you in many ways. These are just a few of the benefits available:
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Attend free monthly events and receive CCEUs (Chapter Meetings, Lunch & Learns, Core Competency Webinars, and Special Events)
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Receive support on the path to receiving new or advanced credentials
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Participate in volunteer opportunities (like the global Ignite Initiative)
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Post your events on the ICF Sacramento Calendar
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Share your information on the chapter Member Directory
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And so much more!
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Help is here for your credentialing needs!
Are you having difficulties navigating the rules and requirements of the ICF Global credentialing process? Do you have questions about renewing your credential or applying for a new one? Help is here!
Coleen Chandler, PCC, and ICF Sacramento’s Director of Credentialing, is here to assist chapter members with all their credentialing questions.
Coleen will host an interactive webinar on the latest ICF credentialing changes on February 23, 2022, at the February Lunch and Learn. Come join us and reserve your spot here.
| | | | Expand Your Coaching Business with the ICF Business Development Workshop Series 2022 (BDWS 22)
BDWS 22 can help you take your coaching business to the next level. BDWS 22 will offer a tailored education experience that allows you to mix and match sessions from two content tracks, maximizing your learning opportunities throughout the five-month series.
Credential-holders may be particularly interested in the new GROW track, which is focused on helping you further expand your business reach. Subject matter experts will provide opportunities for designing new coaching products, making the most of your business model, using video communications to stand out, and more.
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2022 ICF Global Consumer Awareness Study: now available! ICF Members can access the report for free!
The findings from this study are invaluable to ICF and professional coaches alike as we work to empower more individuals across the world through coaching.
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Don’t Forget: ICF Communities of Practice Offer CCE Units
ICF Communities of Practice (CPs) are a great way to earn Continuing Coach Education (CCE) units for your Credential renewal, as well as continue your professional development and connect with fellow coaches.
CPs provide a virtual venue for coaches with a shared interest in a specific topic to advance their professional development; deepen their subject-matter expertise; and share best practices, emerging trends, tools and tips. And our CP Leaders facilitate these sessions to promote learning and discussion.
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More ICF Global News
Here are a few more exciting things happening at ICF. . .
| Thank You To Our Official Chapter Partners
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