2025 Board of Directors
Meet the dedicated leaders who guide ICF High Country and serve our coaching community across the mountain states with passion and expertise.
Marianna Henry, PCC
Chapter President
Why I serve on the Board:​ I love supporting others in reaching their best and strengthening the connectedness of our community.
Fun Fact: Halloween enthusiast since I was a kid; known for full-size candy bars and epic décor as an adult.
Kerri Sutey, ACC
Vice President
Why I serve on the Board: I want to help coaches grow their skills, deepen connections, and thrive in a supportive community.​
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Fun Fact: I once took a polar plunge in Greenland—on purpose!
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Lizzie Slater, CPCC
Secretary
Why I serve on the Board:​ It allows me to give back to the coaching community that has played such an important role in my own development.
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Fun Fact: I grew up in Africa and care deeply about rhino and pangolin conservation.​
Valerie Davis, SHRM-SCP
Treasurer
treasurer@icfhighcountry.org
Why I serve on the Board: It allows me to creatively connect people with their passion, purpose, and each other. Serving with a fun and diverse group of fellow coaches is a dream come true!
Fun Fact: I scored my first hole-in-one! My nephew found the ball in the cup!
Kathryn Cecil, PCC
Membership Chair
membership@icfhighcountry.org
Why I serve on the Board: I am passionate about serving others. ICF is creating the gold standard of coaching ethics and skills, and I want to support that growth among coaches in my local community.​
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Fun Fact: I carried a bookcase through Times Square on a Saturday night.
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Open Position
Join Our Board!
Programs Chair
We're looking for a passionate leader to help design and coordinate engaging programs for our coaching community. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Contact presidentelect@icfhighcountry.org for more information.
Janese Carstens
Marketing Chair
marketeting@icfhighcountry.org
Why I serve on the Board: I love connecting people, and serving on the Board is a natural way to help members feel connected to our chapter and to ICF worldwide.
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Fun Fact: I am the Executive Producer of TEDxBillings in Montana.
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Jennifer Dougherty, ACC
Past President
pastpresident@icfhighcountry.org
Why I serve on the Board: I serve to elevate coaching excellence through strategic leadership, empowering professionals to grow, connect, and create meaningful impact.
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Fun Fact: I was in a bowling league before I even started school.
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Usha Balakrishnan, ACC
Volunteer Coordinator
Why I serve on the Board:
I want to give back to the coaching community, foster meaningful connections, and co-create a supportive space that empowers others.
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Fun Fact: I completed an 11-day Vipassana silent meditation retreat in 2023.
Interested in joining the Board?
We are always looking for those who want to join and serve! Reach out to admin@icfhighcountry.org to learn more.