ICF Tennessee Presents: Celebrating Black Voices In Coaching

ICF Tennessee Presents: Celebrating Black Voices In Coaching

Feb 1, 2024 | Blog

The following is from our International Coaching Federation-Tennessee Chapter for which I serve on the Board of Directors. It is my joy to moderate this discussion.

“As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, ICFTN’s DEIB committee is pleased to present Celebrating Black Voices in Coaching. During this live session, you’ll have the opportunity to hear perspectives from ICFTN President Anna Walker and DEIB Committee members Dr. Nicole Gates and Paris Ducker. Moderated by DEIB Director Joyce Kyles, our esteemed panelists will take you on a journey regarding their professional and lived experiences, provide insights for new, seasoned, or aspiring coaches, welcome space for audience interaction, and ways to become a member and volunteer. Tune in live on the ICF Tennessee LinkedIn Page, Facebook Page, or Instagram Page on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 12:30 pm CT / 1:30 pm ET. See you there!”

Kaleidoscope of Perspectives: Pride in Coaching

Kaleidoscope of Perspectives: Pride in Coaching

Jun 5, 2023 | Blog

Recognized nationally in June, Pride Month is an opportunity for us to lift the voices and perspectives who coach, serve, and/or identify in the LGBTQ+ community. ICFTN’s DEIB committee invites you to join us for Kaleidoscope of Perspectives: Pride in Coaching. Led by DEIB Committee member Joyce Kyles, you will hear from CEO Paris Ducker of CSEAA & EAA Coach & CEO Phillis Lewis of Love Doesn’t Hurt as they share various perspectives from the use of pronouns to professionalism and coaching/administrative processes to ensure inclusivity and belonging are achieved and maintained. If you’d like to submit questions prior to the discussion, please send them to deib@icftn.org. Tune in live on Monday, June 12, 2023, at 12:30 CT / 1:30 ET. See you there!!

ICFTN Listening Tour: Memphis

ICFTN Listening Tour: Memphis

May 20, 2023 | Blog

Calling All Coaches! It is my joy to be one of the hosts for this year’s Listening Tour, presented by The International Coaching Federation-TN Chapter President. Please see the following from our amazing President, Brenda Baird, and make plans to join us. Don’t forget to share widely with your networks.

WE’RE COMING TO A TENNESSEE CITY NEAR YOU!
ICFTN SUMMER LISTENING TOUR – MEMPHIS, TN
June 20, 2023
5:30 PM CDT – 7:30 PM CDT
Playhouse on the Square
66 Cooper St
Memphis, TN 38104
Hosts: Joyce Kyles and Bill Burtch
Join Brenda Baird, President, and the Board of Directors for an in-person gathering of connection and community building. During the event, members and potential new members will learn about exciting new ICFTN programs and get a chance to tell ICFTN leaders what coaches need and want to build impactful coaching skills and grow successful coaching businesses.
Let’s reimagine the future of ICFTN together!

ICFTN’s DEIB Initiative Launch

ICFTN’s DEIB Initiative Launch

Jan 30, 2023 | Blog

Exciting news!
ICFTN is launching its DEIB initiative, and we’re thrilled to invite you to the official introduction of our new DEIB Committee. During this live session, led by DEIB Board Member Jennifer Gamble, you’ll learn about the initiative’s mission, what to expect, and hear from committee members Anna Hernandez and Joyce Kyles as they share their DEIB origin story. You’ll also learn about upcoming events and how you can get involved as a volunteer. Don’t miss out on this important conversation and the launch of ICFTN’s DEIB initiative. Tune in live on Tuesday, January 31st at 1:30 pm ET/12:30 pm CT. See you there!