ICF Virginia upcoming events

ACC Exam Study Group (04/14/2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us for a focused and supportive one-hour study group designed to help you feel more confident on your journey to your ACC credential.

Together, we’ll explore ACC requirements, walk through sample exam questions, and share practical resources to strengthen your exam preparation. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with fellow coaches, ask questions, and build relationships with future study partners along the way.

Come ready to learn, collaborate, and take your next step with greater clarity and confidence!

NoVA Coaches Gather - Conflict Management Coaching (04/17/2026)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Please join us for an interactive session! 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Facilitated by Sarah Hoyt, PCC, this interactive session will help the coach to explore the impacts of conflict and one way to respond to conflict by learning more about the CINERGY conflict management coaching model of mutuality. We will unpack the process to assess the conflict from your perspective and the other person’s perspective. The CINERGY concept of mutuality potentially leads to more awareness, clarity and accountability about the conflict and decision making.

Bring your own coffee, lunch, etc. Looking forward to gathering and growing together.

(Any questions, please reach out to Jessy Sullivan, jessysully@gmail.com)

Fredericksburg Coaches Gathering (04/24/2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Fredericksburg Monthly Coaches Gathering

Please join us for our monthly coffee, conversation, and collaborations! This is a wonderful time as we strive to support our local coaches in their practice! Bring a coaching friend along!

Date: April 24, 2026
Time: 9:00AM - 11:00 AM EST
Location: Metro Diner: 2068 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA

Cost: Free for ICF VA Members and Non-Members

Reach out to Jo Ellen Armstrong, 540-847-7813 with any questions!

*** This is a re-occurring meeting on the last 4th Friday of the month

The Human Advantage - ICF Virgina 2026 Summit (04/28/2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Human Advantage in a CHANGING WORLD

One-Day Conference • April 28, 2026 • Richmond, Virginia

Dewey Gottwald Center • Science Museum of Virginia

In an era of constant transformation and AI acceleration, human connection, awareness, and

growth are what truly set organizations apart.

The ICF Virginia Summit is more than a conference—it's a one-day immersive experience uniting business and HR leaders, credentialed coaches, and change agents across sectors. Together, we'll explore the real-world impact of coaching, share evidence-based practices, and discover how credentialed coaching can elevate performance, well-being, and leadership in the workplace and beyond.

The organizations need more than technology—they need the human advantage. Join 200+ business leaders, coaches, and change agents at this summit as it shines a spotlight on the power of professional coaching to unlock human potential and transform organizations across Virginia.

What You’ll Experience:

Inspiring Keynotes — Thought leaders sharing cutting-edge insights on coaching's impact
Hands-On Workshops — Practical skills you can apply immediately
Expert Panels — Real-world conversations on the diversity of modalities and practices taking place across the coaching profession
Exhibition —Discover solutions, meet partners, spark performance-boosting conversations
Evening Gala — Celebrate coaching excellence and connect with peers

Check Out the agenda here.

Hampton Roads Coffee in Suffolk (05/07/2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Coaches' Brunch in Norfolk (Hampton Roads) (05/11/2026)

Mon, 11 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Join your coach colleagues for brunch at Karla's Beach House in Norfolk. Dwight McDowell and Sue Erickson are co-hosting this networking brunch where we can share resources (your business brochure, handout, your specialty/type of coaching, etc.). Bimonthly on the 2nd Monday.

ACC Exam Study Group (05/12/2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us for a focused and supportive one-hour study group designed to help you feel more confident on your journey to your ACC credential.

Come ready to learn, collaborate, and take your next step with greater clarity and confidence!

Charlottesville Coach Coffee (05/19/2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Charlottesville Coach Coffee Join your colleagues from the Central Virginia and Valley regions for an opportunity to connect, network, share best practices and learn from each other. All Welcome!

Date: Tuesday May 19th
Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Location:

The Bradbury Cafe- 300 E Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia. (Parking in Water Street or Market St Garage- 3 min walk)

Hosts: Marie Westbrook/Kim Harris

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Hosts: Marie Westbrook/Kim Harris

Your Superpowers: Unleashing Strengths for Personal Growth and Team Innovation (05/19/2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

TITLE: Your Superpowers: Unleashing Strengths for Personal Growth and Team Innovation
DATE / TIME (TIME ZONE): Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 1pm - 2pm ET

PRESENTER NAME: Amy A. Kessler
CCE BREAKDOWN: .75 CC 0.25 RD
HOST CHAPTER: North Florida Chapter
HOST CHAPTER CONTACT NAME: Amanda Connelly

DESCRIPTION:

Consider how contact lenses help us see the world more clearly. Our combination of talent strengths is like those lenses altering how we see the world around us. These talents tend to come so naturally that we don’t think about it; they are automatic. At our best, we are energized and fulfilled. At our worst, we are depleted and de-energized.

But it’s not enough to know our strengths. We must value our contributions and what others can count on us for. It’s important to understand what conditions, through relationships and tasks, our strengths need to thrive. As leaders, we must also be aware of the strengths of those we lead and collaborate with. Rooted in positive psychology and neuroscience, this knowledge helps us to bring out the best in ourselves and others, maximize productivity and innovation, and foster well-being.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

• Introduce a preliminary understanding of your Top 5 strengths' role in the unique value each of us brings.

• Raise self-awareness, and “other awareness,” by focusing on what’s right, rather than fixating on what’s wrong.

• How overuse (or underuse) of our top strengths leads to our biggest weaknesses.

SPEAKER BIO:

Amy A. Kessler is in her element when she’s connecting with people, telling stories, and sharing fascinating insights. She has a natural gift for making others feel engaged, appreciated, and entertained all at once. Her passion for creating a sense of belonging stems from her deep belief in the power of CliftonStrengths, which highlights the unique contributions we each bring to our teams, clients, and those we lead. For Kessler, no challenge is too great—there’s always a way forward, and she’s ready to find it.

With over three decades of experience in the corporate world, Kessler’s been captivated by what makes people not just successful leaders, but truly fulfilled in life. She spent the early part of her career in advertising, helping major brands like Gatorade and Miller Brewing Company connect with U.S. Hispanic audiences. Along the way, she earned two coaching certifications— Certified People Acuity Guide and Strengths Strategy Certified Specialist—and has made it her mission to help others discover the ease and immense value of working with a top-notch executive coach. A proud graduate of the University of Oklahoma, she’s a firm believer in the lifelong power of learning and growth.

Recognizing the need for a single, reliable source of vetted top-tier coaches who share a unified approach, Kessler founded Potentia Coaches. Busy leaders turn to her when they need to be paired with the ideal coach—someone who can guide them or their teams to success. Potentia offers a global cadre of strengths-based executive coaches, eliminating the headache of trying to find the perfect fit. Amy doesn’t just make the connection; she ensures the coaching relationship is fruitful and enriching. “Potentia,” rooted in Latin, speaks to potential, strength, and power—the key ingredients, in Kessler’s view, for fulfillment both at work and in life.

Website: www.potentiacoaches.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/potentia-coaches/

Email: amy.kessler@potentiacoaches.com

PRICING:

$10 for members

$20 for guests

*Disclaimer: AI Bots will not be permitted.

Event Recording & Post-Event Follow-up:

All who register for the event will receive a link to the recording, afterwards. ICF global will send out a thank you for attending note along with this recording link.

Q2 New Member Welcome Zoom (05/20/2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Please join us for our quarterly welcome for new members via Zoom. This is a wonderful way to meet ICF Virginia Board Members and other colleagues new to ICF Virginia.

We'd love to know a little about you and answer any questions about your membership benefits. We're glad you're here!

Richmond Coaches Gathering (05/26/2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Gather with ICF Virginia members every month in Richmond
for connection and learning together.

Date: Last Tuesday of each month
Time: 8:00am - 9:30AM ET

Host: Erin Lingo, hello@erinlingosomatics.com
RSVP one of two ways – ICF Virginia website and/or with Erin Lingo

Hampton Roads Gathering in Suffolk (06/04/2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.

ACC Exam Study Group (06/09/2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us for a focused and supportive one-hour study group designed to help you feel more confident on your journey to your ACC credential.

Come ready to learn, collaborate, and take your next step with greater clarity and confidence!

Charlottesville / Valley Coach Gathering (06/10/2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Charlottesville / Valley Coach Gathering

Join your colleagues from the Central Virginia and Valley regions for an opportunity to connect, network, share best practices and learn from each other. All Welcome!

Date: June 10, 2026
Time: 10:30am -12:00 PM EST

Location:

Jefferson Madison Regional Library- Jefferson Room, 201 East Market Street, Charlottesville, Va. Free Parking Voucher.

Hosts: Marie Westbrook and Kim Harris

ICF Virginia - Home

Hosts: Marie Westbrook and Kim Harris pm

RSVP: ICF Virginia Registration

Non-ICF Members- RSVP to Marie Westbrook at Inspire.wm@gmail.com

NoVA Coaches Brown Bag - virtual (06/12/2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Richmond Coaches Gathering (06/30/2026)

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Hampton Roads Gathering in Suffolk (07/02/2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Coaches' Brunch in Norfolk (Hampton Roads) (07/13/2026)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

ACC Exam Study Group (07/14/2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us for a focused and supportive one-hour study group designed to help you feel more confident on your journey to your ACC credential.

Come ready to learn, collaborate, and take your next step with greater clarity and confidence!

Richmond Coaches Gathering (07/28/2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Hampton Roads Gathering in Suffolk (08/06/2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Q3 New Member Welcome Zoom (08/19/2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Please join us for our quarterly welcome for new members via Zoom. This is a wonderful way to meet ICF Virginia Board Members and other colleagues new to ICF Virginia.

We'd love to know a little about you and answer any questions about your membership benefits. We're glad you're here!

Richmond Coaches Gathering (08/25/2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Hampton Roads Gathering in Suffolk (09/03/2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Coaches' Brunch in Norfolk (Hampton Roads) (09/14/2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Richmond Coaches Gathering (09/29/2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Hampton Roads Gathering in Suffolk (10/01/2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Richmond Coaches Gathering (10/27/2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Hampton Roads Gathering in Suffolk (11/05/2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Coach Brunch in Norfolk (Hampton Roads) (11/16/2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Q4 New Member Welcome Zoom (11/18/2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Please join us for our quarterly welcome for new members via Zoom. This is a wonderful way to meet ICF Virginia Board Members and other colleagues new to ICF Virginia.

We'd love to know a little about you and answer any questions about your membership benefits. We're glad you're here!

Hampton Roads Gathering in Suffolk (12/03/2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Join coach colleagues in Hampton Roads for coffee/tea and networking. Donna Oard is hosting this gathering at Panera in Hampton Roads Crossing, Suffolk on the 1st Thursday of each month.