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President's Letter: March 2026

Posted by EmilyDyer on 03/02/2026 12:00 am  

SHORT-TERM PROJECT WORK: Call for 3 Members to Serve on the 2026 Nominating Committee

As we close out the year, I want to take a moment to express how grateful I am for each of you. Our chapter is stronger today To ensure a smooth and compliant leadership transition, ICF North Florida is immediately forming our 2026 Nominating Committee.

We are seeking three (3) members to serve in this critical short-term governance role. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact me directly at 404.936.1286 or email me at [email protected].

Why This Matters

The Nominating Committee is responsible for identifying and recommending candidates for open board positions whose terms conclude this year. This ensures continuity, transparency, and alignment with our bylaws.

The following board positions will be open:

  • Programming Director (currently Amanda Connelly)

  • President-Elect (currently Lisa Kuruvilla)

  • Membership Director (currently Ginny Ellsworth)

  • Treasurer/Secretary (currently vacant)

The Committee will submit a recommended slate of candidates to the current Board for review and approval. Pending Board approval, the slate will be presented to membership for vote by the end of July.

The newly elected Board will be installed September 1, 2026.

Timeline

  • Committee activated immediately

  • Interviews and recommendations completed by July 17

  • Slate presented for Board approval on July 21

  • Membership vote by end of July

This is a short-term, focused project with a defined completion date.

Estimated time commitment: 3–5 total hours between now and July 17.

Nominating Committee Responsibilities

  • Review open board role descriptions

  • Invite and interview interested candidates

  • Assess readiness and fit

  • Collaboratively recommend a slate of candidates

This committee serves as a neutral steward of our succession process.

If you are willing to serve in this critically important role, please contact me directly.

Strong governance begins with thoughtful succession.

Spring Chapter Gathering – Interest & Leadership Needed

Many members shared that the 2024 Coaching in Nature event at the Arboretum was a truly meaningful experience. Those who attended expressed strong interest in doing something similar again.

The Board has allocated limited funds in the budget to support a Spring chapter-wide gathering — if there is sufficient interest and a member willing to lead it.

A return to a nature-based experience is one possible option, but it does not have to be. We welcome creative ideas that foster meaningful connection across our large region.

However, we do need someone willing to spearhead the planning effort.

Planning would include:

  • Exploring venue options

  • Coordinating logistics (with administrative support available)

  • Partnering with the Board for budget alignment

If you are interested in leading a Spring chapter gathering, please contact me directly at 404.936.1286 or email me at [email protected].

With leadership, we can move forward. Without it, we will pause for this season.

AI and the Updated ICF Competency Indicators: What You Need to Know

Posted by EmilyDyer on 01/16/2026 12:00 am  

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in coaching for transcription, session summaries, reflection prompts, and administrative support. In response, the International Coaching Federation (ICF) updated the ICF Competency Indicators (2023–2024) to clarify how AI may be used ethically and responsibly in coaching.

The core message is simple: AI may support coaching, but it must never replace the coach’s presence, judgment, or ethical responsibility.

Key Highlights from the Updated Indicators

  • Transparency and Consent Matter — Coaches must obtain informed consent when using AI tools and clearly explain how client data is handled, stored, and protected.
  • The Coach Remains Fully Accountable — Even when using AI, responsibility for confidentiality, interpretation, decision-making, and client outcomes always rests with the coach.
  • Coach Presence Is Non-Negotiable — AI should not interfere with active listening, intuition, emotional attunement, or co-creation during sessions.
  • Insight Comes from the Relationship — AI may assist with organizing information, but meaning-making and awareness must emerge from the human coaching relationship.

As AI continues to evolve, ICF’s guidance keeps coaching grounded in what matters most—ethical practice, human connection, and professional integrity.

A helpful rule of thumb: If your AI use wouldn’t meet ICF standards if fully explained to your client, it’s time to pause and adjust.

Explore the Updated Indicators

View the ICF Competency Indicators here:
https://coachingfederation.org/core-competencies/competency-indicators

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