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President's Message | 2026 Midwest Coaches Conference | Celebrate Coaching Excellence: ICF Iowa Chapter Awards | 2027 Board Election | July Central Iowa Networking | July Eastern Iowa Networking | September Chapter Meeting — The Four Cs of Care: A Framework for Ethical Coaching | Coaches and Coffee – Internal Coaches Networking Opportunity | Coaches' Circle: Midday Edition | More Upcoming Events | Welcome New Members | Member Credential Congratulations | New Member Orientation | Meeting Recordings | ICF Credentialing Information | Forthcoming Change to ACC Renewal Mentor Coaching Requirement | Volunteer with ICF Iowa + Program Suggestions | And More

Helpful Hint: How to Register for ICF Iowa events

NEWSLETTER
July 2026

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The Versatile Coach

Let’s run a quick experiment.

First, think about this question: what one thing, more than anything else, do you think great coaches do?

Next, consider this question: what is the opposite of that?

Take a moment to reflect on what you came up with.

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Chris King 
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2026 Midwest Coaches Conference

Join us for this fantastic conference right here in Des Moines!

Register here  
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Celebrate Coaching Excellence: ICF Iowa Chapter Awards

We’re excited to launch the inaugural ICF Iowa Chapter Awards, recognizing coaches who are making a meaningful impact across our profession and community. This year’s awards will honor excellence in coaching impact, advancement of the coaching profession, emerging coaches, and chapter community, with a special President’s Award.

Nominations open July 6 and close August 28. Award recipients will be announced during Chapter Connections at the Midwest Coaches Conference on Friday, September 25, from 11:15–11:45 a.m. Join us as we celebrate the outstanding coaches who are shaping the future of coaching in Iowa!

ICF Iowa Chapter Awards Nomination

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2027 Board Election

Want to increase your involvement with ICF Iowa? The following board positions will be up for election for the 2027 term. Reach out to Erin Lego to express your interest by July 15th.
  • Secretary – 2-year term
  • Marketing Director – 2-year term
  • Education Director -- 2-year term
  • At-Large Director -- 2-year term
  • Vice President – 3-year commitment
    • This role serves one year as Vice President, followed by one year as President and one year as Past-President.
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Internal Coaches and Coffee

Our special interest group for internal organizational coaches will be held (via Zoom) on the fourth Thursday of each month, from 12-1:00 PM. Please join us to share, collaborate, and learn about all things internal coaching!
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Coaches' Circle: Midday Edition

Starting in July 2026, the chapter will be discontinuing the Coaches Circle due to low participation. Thank you to everyone who joined us and shared in the experience. As a Board, we are dedicated to making your chapter member experience valuable and worthwhile. To that end, we will be exploring other ways to engage our coaching community in ways that meet their needs at every step of the journey. If you have ideas or suggestions, please reach out to a Board member to share.
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
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Welcome New Members

  • Chrisi Hegstand, PhD, PCC
  • Jill (Laura) Urich, Ankeny
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Member Credential Congratulations

  • Dan Solomon, Ames – PCC
  • Kathryn Santiago, Cedar Rapids - ACC
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New Member Orientation

The new member orientation will be on the second Wednesday of each month, from 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM.
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Meeting Recordings

Past meeting recordings are available on our website under Event > Meeting Recordings.  Please log in to view.
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ICF Credentialing Information

Please join us for the 2026 ICF Credentialing Webinar Series, an on-demand webinar series where you'll explore the ICF credentialing process and gain insights into the value of ICF credentials.

Who is This For?
  • Coaches who want to learn more about the ICF credentialing process.
  • Team coaches who want to learn more about the Advanced Certification in Team Coaching (ACTC).
  • Credentialing candidates who are eligible to take the exam.
  • Coach educators and chapter leaders who want to enhance their familiarity with the ICF credentialing process.
  • Individuals interested in experiencing coaching who want to learn about the value of hiring a credentialed coach.
Course Details
The 2026 ICF Credentialing Webinar Series supports chapters in sharing the value of ICF credentials. This series offers clear, accessible guidance on the credentialing journey – from your first application to renewal and everything in between.

ICF Credentials & Standards staff have partnered with ICF Professional Coaches to offer live webinars throughout the year, each hosted by a different ICF region. After each live session, ICF Learning and Development will upload the recording for on‑demand viewing.

Access the 2026 ICF Credentialing Webinar Series HERE (you must be logged into coachingfederation.org to access this series through the ICF Learning Portal).
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Forthcoming Change to ACC Renewal Mentor Coaching Requirement

As part of your continued professional development, mentor coaching plays an important role in helping you refine your skills and deepen your practice.

Beginning January 1, 2027, any new mentor coaching hours used toward your ICF credential renewal must be completed with a mentor coach who has earned the Mentor Coach Qualification (MCQ).

The MCQ establishes a clear global standard for mentor coaching, which helps ensure your experiences are consistent, transparent, and aligned with ICF expectations.

In July, you will be able to search for mentor coaches who hold the MCQ through the Mentor Coach Registry.

Any mentor coaching hours you’ve completed prior to January 1, 2027, will be accepted for your ACC renewal, even if your credential expiration date is after January 1, 2027. 

Mentor Coach Qualification (MCQ)
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 Volunteer with ICF Iowa

Program Suggestion
Click here to volunteer on an ICF Iowa Committee.
  Click here to submit a program suggestion.

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Benefits of Being Involved with ICF Iowa.

Get Involved. Meet New People. Have Fun!



Grow Your Exposure to the Business Community.

Learn More

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2026 ICF IOWA CHAPTER
BOARD OF DIRECTORS


Chapter
President:
Chris King 		Vice-President /
President Elect:
Jen Asplund 		Chapter Past
President:
Erin Lego 		Treasurer:
Erin Husmann

Secretary:
Barb Ranck 		Membership
Director:
Roxanne Galkin 		Marketing
Director:
Brittany Titcomb 		Education
Director:
Scott White

At-Large
Board Member:
Christine Clark 		At-Large
Board Member:
Denise Kyle-Needs 		 At-Large
Board Member:
Natali Justiniano Pahl

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