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Dear ICF Members,
As our chapter continues to grow and thrive, we are always looking for passionate and dedicated members to help shape our future. This is an exciting invitation to consider serving on our Board of Directors for 2026.
Serving on the Board is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the strategic direction and success of our chapter. It's a chance to make a significant impact on our community of coaches, foster professional development, and expand our reach.
Why consider serving?
- Shape the Future: Play a direct role in guiding the chapter's initiatives, events, and overall vision.
- Professional Growth: Develop leadership skills, gain governance experience, and expand your professional network by collaborating with fellow leaders.
- Community Impact: Contribute to a vibrant and supportive community that empowers coaches and elevates the coaching profession.
- Give Back: Share your expertise, time, and passion to support your peers and the broader coaching ecosystem.
We are seeking diverse perspectives and skill sets to ensure our Board reflects the richness of our membership. Whether you have experience in finance, marketing, program development, membership engagement, or simply a strong desire to contribute, your unique talents are valuable.
If you are interested in learning more about the commitment, roles, and responsibilities involved, or if you'd like to discuss how your skills could align with our needs, please reach out to me at President@icfnewmexico.org or Sonja Harris, chapter Secretary at secretary@icfnewmexico.org.
Warm Regards,
Deborah Thompson, PCC
President, ICF New Mexico
president@icfnewmexico.org |  | Coaches Connect: Summer Pause, Fall Fun Ahead!
As summer settles in, we’re giving Coaches Connect a little seasonal breather—no gatherings in July or August. We hope you enjoy these months for rest, play, and inspiration. We’ll be back in action Tuesday, September 17 with an in-person meetup in Santa Fe—details and location coming soon!
Mark your calendar for our virtual gathering on Monday, October 20—this one’s extra special as it’s our Annual Membership Meeting. All members are warmly invited. We’ll share updates, connect, and celebrate the growth of our vibrant coaching community.
And yes—December brings our annual holiday party! Stay tuned for details on this festive favorite.
We truly love seeing you—whether it’s on Zoom or across a table. These gatherings are for you, and made better by your presence.
Pro tip: Before registering for any event, make sure you’re logged into your ICF New Mexico account. It helps us keep track and ensures you receive all your member benefits.
And remember—friends are always welcome. Bring a buddy and share the magic of our coaching community.
See you soon!
Scott Plate, ACC
Membership Director |  | Join us at ICF Converge!
Converge 2025 is coming to San Diego October 23-25th, and we’d love to have you join us!
This is a tremendous opportunity to network, engage, learn, and celebrate the important work of coaching.
Take advantage of the early bird discount by registering before August 15th.
And - Let us know if you’re attending! We’d love to connect our New Mexico group while we’re in person in San Diego. Reach out to President@icfnewmexico if you’re planning to attend.
We’re excited to see you there! | | New Members
Welcome!
Angie VanArsdale - Albuquerque | | New Credentials
Congratulations!
Deborah Stephenson, ACC
| | |  |  | | Coaches Case Study
Date: September 10, 2025
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Our Case Study program is an experiential in-depth group exploration of the underlying themes and dynamics of a coaching client case presented by one of the participants.
We will:
- Get in touch with processes related to the given client or topic.
- Identify and work with the dynamics in the relational field between coach and client.
- Gain clarity about the patterns that support as well as hinder the coaching work.
In our journey through the process, the community will:
- Share experiences and knowledge of coaching to support the person bringing the case and expand the learning of the group.
- Deepen inquiry skills.
- Learn by the reflections observed.
- Strengthen networks and enrich practices by sharing stories, and valuing and appreciating each other’s work.
Registration is capped at 10 people.
All registrants are encouraged to reflect on a coaching case they would like to bring forward for the group. This is generally a situation that you would like to better understand - perhaps your choices, options, feelings, approach, impacts, etc. It may be something from the past that feels unfinished, something you are anticipating in the future, or something happening right now in the present. As a case presenter, you will have the chance to hear questions from peers about your case and to get input that may provide new insights on working with clients. The focus is NOT on solving the client's problem nor on assessment of your skills or ability as a coach. The focus is on your experience as a coach and facilitating new insights and awareness.
CCEUs: 2.0 in Core Competencies
| | |  | | Business Development Monthly Cohort Meeting
Date: August 12, 2025
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm MT
We invite all interested individuals to join our new cohort, which will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
This forum aims to bring members together to discuss business development ideas, exchange resources, provide and receive feedback, hold each other accountable, and more.
This cohort is designed to be self-organizing with rotating facilitators. We have identified several areas of interest so far and remain open to exploring additional topics:
- Branding & Online Presence
- Service Offerings
- Lead Generation & Local Networking
- Best Practices – Operations & Tools
- Resources – Vendors, Materials, Platforms, Legal, Insurance
All members are welcome to join our upcoming events.
Non-members are encouraged to sign up for Associates-level membership if they wish to participate.
CCEUs: 1 Resource Development
| | |  | | Coach and Client: A Deep Dive Into Why Values Matter and How to Apply Them to All Relationships
Date: September 12, 2025
Time: 9:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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:
- 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.
Please note that this event has a 2-step registration process. Follow the instructions in the follow-up email.
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Join us to unlock special member discounts, resources and programs.
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