- Marianna Henry, PCC
- Jan 1, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Jan 8
President’s Message
January’s winds bring resolution, renewal, and possibility. A new year offers us a chance to realign and reconnect with our purpose for ourselves, our clients, and our communities.
This month, I invite you to set your intentions for the year ahead. Change is not optional, but growth is intentional. Reflect on your values and the principles that shape our coaching profession. How will you challenge yourself, deepen connections, and embrace new possibilities in 2025? How will you offer yourself compassion and grace along the way, and extend the same to others?
With intention and purpose guiding us, our chapter will continue to create opportunities to elevate our craft, collaborate meaningfully, and celebrate the impact of International Coaching Federation. As a chapter board, we are also improving systems, structures, and processes to better support our members and make this our strongest year yet.
As you reflect on your vision for 2025, I leave you with the words of Oprah Winfrey:
“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.”
Happy New Year,
Marianna Henry
President, ICF High Country
Celebrating 30 Years of ICF
Throughout 2025, we will celebrate a major milestone: the 30th anniversary of the International Coaching Federation.
Founded in 1995 by professional coach Thomas Leonard, ICF began as a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting coaches and advancing the profession. Over the past three decades, ICF has grown into a global community shaping the future of coaching worldwide.
We invite you to explore the milestones, impact, and evolution of ICF throughout this anniversary year.
Revised ICF Code of Ethics
Effective April 1, 2025
We are pleased to announce that a revised ICF Code of Ethics will take effect on April 1, 2025. This update reflects ICF’s continued commitment to the highest ethical standards and best practices.
The revision process spanned more than 15 months and included contributions from ICF members, credential holders, and stakeholders across the global coaching ecosystem. Additional details and resources will be shared soon.
February Chapter Events
February Speaker Event
David Cory, PCC
14 February 2025 | 12:00–1:30 PM (MDT)
David Cory, B.Ed., M.A., C.P.C.C., is a leadership development coach, trainer, and speaker specializing in emotional intelligence and its application to individual and organizational performance. He founded one of the first North American companies focused on emotionally intelligent leadership and has worked with leaders around the globe.
David’s speaking highlights include keynote presentations at Harvard Medical School and six Asia HRD Congress events across Bahrain, Brunei, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur.
Session Topic: Many organizations are investing in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and Psychological Safety. But how can leaders ensure these efforts truly succeed?
Join David Cory as he explores the intersection of DEI, Psychological Safety, Leadership, and Emotional Intelligence.
Learning Objectives:
Define DEI, Psychological Safety, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership
Understand how these concepts interrelate
Identify practical next steps for creating inclusive, psychologically safe workplace cultures
CCEUs Eligible for 0.75 CC and 0.75 RD CCEUs from ICF
Coaches Connect
5 February 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM (MDT)
Coaches Connect is designed to build relationships, deepen coaching skills, foster partnerships, and provide mentoring and support. These sessions offer space to connect, learn, and grow in both coaching and business development.
Cost: Free for members $10 for non-members
Facilitator: Kerri Sutey, ACCEvents Chair
Quarterly Huddle
24 February 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM (MDT)
Quarterly Huddles are informal virtual gatherings designed to connect members with the board, introduce chapter resources, and offer opportunities to ask questions and get involved.
Facilitator: Janese CarstensMarketing Chair
Membership Structure Spotlight
Our new membership structure is now in effect, and system transitions are underway.
What’s Changing:
Chapter Reserve members will automatically transition to Charter Affiliate membership, provided they are current ICF Global members and have selected ICF High Country as their affiliate chapter.
Members whose ICF Global membership has lapsed or who selected a different affiliate chapter will transition to Guest status.
Guest Access: Guests may continue attending events on a pay-as-you-go basis but will no longer have website login access or coach profile listings.
Why the Change: This update aligns our chapter with ICF Global standards and simplifies membership. Charter Affiliate members will no longer pay a separate chapter fee. Your ICF Global membership now covers it all.
Why Event Fees Exist: Event fees support high-quality programming, CCE accreditation, and fair compensation for our speakers.
Questions? Contact us at membership@highcountry.org
Fostering Gratitude and Inclusion in Coaching
As we begin a new year and honor Martin Luther King Jr. this month, we are reminded of the ongoing work required to create a fair and just society.
Dr. King’s legacy reflects values deeply aligned with ICF’s core principles: dignity, respect, and empowerment. As coaches, we create spaces for clients to explore their potential and move forward with intention. By integrating equity and inclusion into our work, we help foster belonging, possibility, and lasting impact.
A Call to Action
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”
Ways to Reflect and Act
Review your coaching materials for accessibility and inclusivity
Foster open conversations about identity, goals, and systemic barriers
Amplify diverse voices and perspectives
Commit to continued learning around DEIB
Engage in service through mentoring or community involvement
Together, let’s make 2025 a year of meaningful impact.
Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteer program is currently in development, and we invite you to be part of it.
Volunteering is a powerful way to connect, share your strengths, and support our growing chapter. We are gathering interest now so we can align opportunities with your skills and interests.
To learn more, contact volunteercoord@icfhighcountry.org. We will follow up personally.
Stay Connected
Follow us on social media and reach out anytime at admin@icfhighcountry.org.
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Our Foundation
Vision
Coaching is an integral part of a thriving society, and every ICF High Country member represents the highest quality of professional coaching.
Mission
ICF High Country provides programs, opportunities, and community to cultivate the growth of coaching and coaching professionals across our region.
Values Community
Sharing knowledge and experience to grow together.
Inclusiveness – A safe, collaborative space that welcomes diverse perspectives.
Professionalism – Upholding the highest ethical and professional standards of ICF.
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