ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter

?? ICF NJ Member Spotlight: Ken Jacobs ?? This week, we’re proud to highlight Ken Jacobs, principal of Jacobs Consulting & Executive Coaching. Ken empowers CEOs and senior leaders in PR, communications, and marketing to achieve their goals by becoming more inspiring, effective leaders through his expertise in leadership coaching and training. Curious about Ken’s journey from PR agency leader to executive coach, his passion for empowering leaders, and the lessons that shaped his approach? Read more here! https://lnkd.in/euE8gmpw #ICFNJ #LeadershipCoaching #ExecutiveCoaching #CoachingCommunity #Empowerment

This week, I’m reminded by the words of Henry Ford, “Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success." I’d love to celebrate you, any moment of appreciation or win to share! I’ll start off with a very warm welcome to our newest ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter members to the community: Gaurav Singh Bhatla, Joanne Bowman, Joseph A. Connell Sr. PhD, JD Matt Conrad, Dorothy Duncan, Sangeeta (Gita) Lamba, Odette Perriel, MS, and Debbie White. Send a welcoming message to them on ICF Engage or LI. We celebrate Coaches Sean R. McCarron, Ed.D., Shelley Kurland, Ph.D., Dee Scofield Lenore Patel, MBA, MALD, and Danna Markson who reached their six-month milestone as valued members of the community. Congratulations! Spotlight on Heather Petersen who completed the Level 3 Feeling Good Institute Certification in TEAM-CBT. ?? Spotlight on Sean R. McCarron, Ed.D. who earned his PCC credentials from International Coaching Federation! Woohoo! Spotlight on Karen Piccirillo who earned a new certification: Leadership Certificate from Escola Conquer! Congrats! Spotlight on Thomas Metelski PCC, CPA and his new Value of Values episode featuring Isabelle Kent, CEO of Philly Startup Leaders (PSL). Be inspired by Isabelle’s story as an immigrant and a dynamic leader shaping Philadelphia's entrepreneurial landscape. There are insightful nuggets on values-driven leadership and innovation. The Value of Values podcasts can be found on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dzTKXD86 or n Spotify: https://lnkd.in/d4YY47vx A huge win for Chapter Events! Open for registration is ICF NJ 10-part Business Development Series, “LEVEL UP YOUR COACHING PRACTICE: A BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SERIES FOR STARTUPS AND SEASONED PROS,” starting Jan 21, 2025. Learn more about the series and Register Now: https://lnkd.in/eQpjvjB5. Thank you ??! I wish to celebrate every one of you for your bravery in dedicating your gifts to guide, uplift and transform lives in what makes you unique. Your story is part of our success story too. How can we celebrate you? Leave a message in the comments.

Wishing a peaceful holiday and bountiful new year to all who observe. Gratitude to ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter! #icfnj #gratitude #celebration #wellwishes #community

Celebrating the Coachgiving with ICF NJ Last week, ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter hosted an inspiring Coachgiving event to celebrate the coaching profession, the ICF NJ community and the dedicated coaches who continually empower others to thrive. The evening was filled with heartfelt conversations, laughter, and moments of connection, as we gathered to recharge and honor the collective impact of coaching in our communities. We are grateful to everyone who joined us for this memorable celebration and look forward to continuing our work together to elevate the coaching profession. A special thank you to our event Carmela O'Flaherty, M.Ed, PCC, CEC, CPQC Executive and Leadership Communication Coach and Dana Lynn Bernstein, PCC, MA, CMP, PMP, CPQC and volunteers for making this celebration possible. Your get it done approach and dedication ensured a memorable and meaningful experience for all! #ICFNJ #CoachingCommunity #CoachingProfession #Leadership #Growth #Connection

?? ICF NJ Coach Spotlight Program: Meet Gail Siggelakis, M.Ed ?? Our Coach Spotlight Program shines a light on inspiring coaches to make a difference, and this month we’re thrilled to introduce Gail Siggelakis! A Women’s Midlife Reinvention Coach and award-winning author of The Affirming Way of Life, Gail brings her background as a teacher and her passion for personal growth to support women in crafting lives they truly love. Curious about Gail’s journey, her unique approach to coaching, and the insights she brings? Explore her full spotlight on the ICF NJ page to discover more! Link: https://lnkd.in/d4cyAD_W

Please join us in celebrating our ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter members Dorisse Shakir-Ullah, ACC, and Shefali Raina who were recognized with the NJBIZ Leading Women in Business Award this week! These remarkable women have not only achieved great success in the business world but have also made a lasting impact on their communities. Read this blog post to learn more about their inspiring journeys, the award, and the nomination process: https://lnkd.in/e99yd4dg

Exciting announcement: All Aspiring?Associate Certified Coach (ACC)?candidates, starting 11/18/2024! For candidates already authorized to take the ICF Credentialing Exam, switching to the new ACC Exam is simple! Just follow the instructions sent via email. ICF is introducing a brand-new written exam tailored specifically for ACC candidates, especially those early in their coaching careers.?This new exam, designed by coaches for coaches, will now focus on evaluating?coaching knowledge, moving away from the previous situational judgment-based format of the ICF Credentialing Exam for ACC candidates. Key details about the new ACC Exam: 90-minute test?(with an optional 10-minute break)? 60 multiple-choice questions?(with one correct answer)? Available in?16 languages For candidates already authorized to take the ICF Credentialing Exam, switching to the new ACC Exam is simple! Just follow the instructions sent via email. Full details:?https://lnkd.in/eUQBWWKu ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter community...Spread the Word!! #icfnj #credentialing #growth #exam #professional #coach #amplify #ICF

Happy Friday! Shanah Tovah to everyone who celebrates the holy holiday. How can we acknowledge and celebrate your week? I’d like to send a warm welcome to Christine Marinelli, our newest member this week! Reach out to Christine here or ICF Engage to extend a hand. Celebrating their six-month milestone as a valued member is Coaches Lauren Thorsen, Janice Tufaro, Vimalanathan Nagarethinam SPC CSP, and Melissa Marshall. Can we send positive vibes their way! Spotlight on Jocelyn Cooper, LPC, LCADC, CCS, CPS who earned ACC certification. Congrats Jocelyn! Spotlight on Carla Suskin who earned a new certification: EQ-i 2.0 + EQ 360 Certification from Multi-Health Systems Inc. (MHS)! Way to go! Spotlight on Thomas Metelski PCC, CPA’s “The Value of Values” podcast featuring Magdalena Nowicka Mook, CEO of the International Coaching Federation! Tune in for a conversation about the power of aligning personal and organizational values in coaching and leadership. This insightful episode can be found on Apple or Spotify. Spotlight on Alpesh Shah, SPC, CSP-SM, A-CSPO, ICP-ACC, PMI-ACP, PMP who received the Top Artificial Intelligence (AI) Voice badge! Congrats. Celebrating the contributions of the following coaches who sharing their value: ?Nikki Gangemi partnering with ZenPike will teach a powerful technique to help you find your inner zen in minutes! Learn about the 10/10th workshop here: https://lnkd.in/efURg2KV ?Walter Slade, PCC, SHRM-SCP, welcome address at the 5th Annual Diversity Summit as co-chair of Somerset County Minority Business Leader Round Table. ?Kathleen Cashman, keynote speaker at the Garden State SHRM Conference, Atlantic City. ?Ken Jacobs, PCC, CPC, ELI-MP, at the ICON 2024 on the topic: “Be a Lion!: The Role of Courage in Leadership.” I’m joining our next ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter Life & Career Community Group Meeting on 10/8th, along with panel members Alan Kirshner and JAIDE MASSIN, PCC, CPRW! Thanks to Gail Kreitzer, Debra S. Levy, PCOC, PCC and Life & Career Team for the opportunity. Sign up https://icf-nj.org/ Dana Lynn Bernstein, PCC, MA, CMP, PMP, CPQC is back for “Ask Me Anything about the ICF Credentialing Process” 10/17th! Sign up https://lnkd.in/ewK7rm-V Who else wants to share? We wish to lift and celebrate your presence! Join in and share…..whatever you choose to spotlight. #ICFNJ #celebrate #community #amplify #gratitude #empower #inspire #coaching

Quarterly Update As we enter the year's final quarter, let’s remember that success, whether in coaching or any other endeavor, hinges on how we market ourselves and our services. Every interaction, whether it’s sharing your story on social media, writing blog posts, or networking with fellow coaches, is an opportunity to build your brand. Embrace the process, have fun, enjoy the journey, and watch your success flourish! Strategy and Quarterly Video Update We’re thrilled to introduce?ICF?New?Jersey's?new?strategy focused on growth, engagement, and enhancing member success. We believe this?new?direction aligns perfectly with our vision to provide greater value and more opportunities for our coach community. Look forward to?new?initiatives, events, and resources designed to help you thrive as a professional coach. To keep you up to date, Chapter President Kathleen Cashman-Walter and President-Elect Kelli Kombat, have recorded a video detailing this strategy, key focus areas for the next three years, and upcoming events. Please watch and stay engaged with all the exciting developments in our chapter! We're proud to share that our?new?strategy incorporates the principles of?Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Solidarity (IDEAS).?We believe that a diverse and inclusive community is vital for the growth and success of our chapter, ensuring that all members feel welcome, valued, and supported. If you have suggestions or would like to contribute to our IDEAS initiatives, we’d be delighted?to hear from you. https://lnkd.in/eYc3wt8e Community Engagement Volunteering with?ICF?New?Jersey?is an excellent way to give back to the coaching community while advancing your professional skills, growing your business, and building meaningful connections. The benefits of volunteering are numerous, from networking with like-minded professionals to gaining?new?experiences that can enrich your coaching practice. By volunteering, you also play a crucial role in shaping the future of coaching in?New?Jersey. If you’re interested in getting involved, please?reach out—we’d love to have you join us! Stay Connected Please keep up with all the chapter's exciting events and updates by following us on social media platforms like?LinkedIn (if you aren't already). Don’t forget to register for upcoming events through the events email to secure your spot. If you missed our Q3 Town Hall, you can watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/ehT6Y9KM Thank you for being such a vital part of the?ICF?New?Jersey?community. We look forward to ending the year on a high note together! Warm regards, The?ICF?New?Jersey?Team