| President's Message: Thank you for Celebrating and Strengthening our Community
Dear Friends,
We have so much to be thankful for! I was very excited to learn about the record turnout for our October meeting at our new monthly meeting venue. I can't tell you how much I missed being with you! (Due to recent back surgery, I am unable to move around much for a few weeks, but I hope to see you in November.) Thank you Beryl Byles for your inspirational remarks and many, many thanks to Clare, Rosie, Jeff, Elizabeth, Laurie, Jill and Suzanne - and everyone who made the evening a great success. What a great group you are!
ICF Philly is very fortunate to have many fully engaged and hard-working members. There's a great opportunity coming up to show our appreciation. Nominations for volunteers of the year are due Dec 1. We have three new awards -- see Jill's article below. If you think it's too tough to select among all the great volunteers we have working for us - nominate as many as you like! There's no limit to the number of people you can nominate.
Our theme this year, "Celebrating and Strengthening Our Community," is being brought to life by many new initiatives. I want to give a shout out of special thanks to:
- Ginger Jarrett, VP of Corporate Affairs, for leading us in a vibrant effort to give back to our community with the Community Coach Connection. There are 23 coaches engaged with five local non-profits. Way to go Ginger and team!
- Rosie Elliot, VP of Membership, for her work initiating Coaching Circles, giving newer coaches the opportunity to be practicing coaching skills with more experienced coaches.
- Jeff Kaplan, Past President, for his work initiating Big Buddies/Little Buddies, a program that matches new members with a long-time ICFP member for a 6-month mentoring engagement.
- Suzanne Perry, VP of Communications, for initiating Community Coffees, monthly, informal gatherings for networking and deepening our connections.
ICFP truly has a lot to be thankful for this year. I hope you will take advantage of all we have to offer and count this wonderful professional association among your many blessings as you celebrate Thanksgiving with your loved ones later this month. I know I will be counting all of you among mine. I wish you the happiest of holidays and hope to see you soon!
With heartfelt thanks,
Marjorie
Marjorie Johnson, LCSW, ACC
President, ICF Philadelphia
President@philadelphiacoaches.org
P.S. If you are not yet a member of ICFP, this is a great time to join us! For information on membership please contact Rosy Elliot, VP, Membership, membership@philadelphiacoaches.org.
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NEW MONTHLY DINNER MEETING LOCATION
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Just in case you missed our October meeting and all the communication leading up to it -- please be aware that ICF Philadelphia has a new monthly dinner meeting location. The NHS Learning Center is located in the Sentry Parkway Corporate Center in Blue Bell, PA, not far from our previous DoubleTree meeting location in Plymouth Meeting. This newly renovated, state-of-the-art training and meeting facility provides ICFP with new and exciting opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness. It provides space suitable for trainings, meetings, conferences, receptions or other business needs. Please join us for our November Dinner Meeting at this new location. See details below about the meeting. You can link to detailed directions to NHS Learning Center from our website, www.philadelphiacoaches.org
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November Dinner Meeting:
Navigating Back to YOU!
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Speaker: Harriet Stein
In this program you will learn how to quickly and easily navigate back to yourself...your life... in this very moment. We all face the challenges of being connected, but just because we move through life with so many electronic devices; this does not mean we are "connecting."
During this program you will experience the practice of mindfulness meditation, and reflect upon the rationale for living in the moment. What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the moment-by-moment awareness of your mood, your thoughts, and your body sensations. You will learn practical ways you can immediately reconnect with yourself, with colleagues, friends, and family.
A workshop attendee emailed me after a program and noted," I immediately felt my shoulders loosen up ('I carry all of my stress in my neck and shoulders'), and slept very well that night. " I once heard it said, "We may not be listening to our bodies, but our bodies are listening to us." In this session you will learn how to listen to your body, and about the relationship between our thoughts and our bodies.
And briefly hear about over the more than 2500 papers published over the last three decades addressing mindfulness interventions that demonstrate the positive effects of this practice on blood pressure, autoimmune diseases, anxiety disorders, chronic pain, back discomfort, any more.
You are already aware of the toll being "connected" 24/7 has taken on you, so why not experience what "connecting" to yourself is like? Come and learn how to navigate back to you!
Harriet Stein began her career as a registered nurse who entered the Pharma world after 12 years working in a hospital setting as a clinician and patient advocate. She has worked in the pharmaceutical industry in clinical research and training for the past 18 years. She has studied Mindfulness extensively; including participation in coursework led by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, the founding executive director of the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society. Harriet has completed advanced teacher's training at the Jefferson University Mindfulness Institute in Philadelphia. Harriet holds a BS in Nursing and MS in Health Administration.
NEW MONTHLY MEETING LOCATION:
The NHS Learning Center
350 Sentry Parkway East, Building 640, 2nd Floor, Blue Bell, PA, 19422
Date & Time:
Thursday, Nov 15, 2012 - 6:00-9:00 PM
6:00-6:30 pm New Member Meet & Greet and Registration
6:30 pm Dinner served
6:45-9:00 pm Program
9:00-9:15 pm Informal Networking
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Suzanne Perry, VP Communications
ICFP Community Coffees are a way to connect with other coaches in your neighborhood and share professional opportunities, issues and concerns. Each Community Coffee is facilitated by a member of ICFP. They are taking time out of their busy schedules to support this community building effort of ICFP. Please RSVP to the facilitator for the Community Coffee you plan to attend.
Don't see your community on the list below? Would prefer to gather at a different time? If you are a member of ICF Philadelphia, you may volunteer to facilitate a Community Coffee in your local community. Express your interest by sending an email to Suzanne Perry communications@philadelphiacoaches.org.
West Chester, PA
Wed., Nov 28, 8-9:30 am
Thurs., Dec. 27, 8-9:30 am
1211 Wilmington Pike
The Commons of Thornbury Shopping Center
Facilitator: Suzanne Perry
RSVP to: sperrygv@gmail.com
Center City Philadelphia
November 20, 8-9:30 am
December 18, 8-9:30 am
Gavin's Café, 2536 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA
Facilitator: Laurie Gripshover Taylor
RSVP to: laurie@resourcefulcoach.com
Main Line
November 14, 7:30-9 am
December 19, 7:30-9 am
Milkboy Coffee, 2 E. Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA 19003
Facilitator: Lisa Tuttle
RSVP: lisatuttlecoaching@verizon.net
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What Members are saying about our October Dinner Meeting...
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Congratulations to the team that put last night's event together and that initiated the change to our new location! Last night's event was amazing, starting with being greeted as I got out
of my car and directing me to the new location. The new location felt like it had more expansive energy - good thing! I think we had close to a
record turnout . . . including Phyllis Sisenwine [one of our founding members!], and many more!
Beryl Byles shared her research on authentic leadership with inspiring thoughts that we can apply to ourselves and work with our clients.
Look forward to hearing about Mindfulness at November's event, Navigating Back to YOU with Harriet Stein.
Gerrie Dresser, PCC - Professional Certified Coach Executive l Personal Brand Coach for High-Achieving Leaders
I would like to echo Gerrie's sentiments about last night. A terrific meeting at a great new venue.
Congrats to the ICF-Phila board and team of dedicated coaches who make these
meetings seem so effortless. It was great to see so many familiar faces as well as to meet some new
folks. I love what Beryl said about how we embrace change...so true!
Lisa G. Kramer, MSW, PCC, BCC
LIVING WITH INTENTION LLC
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September Meeting Presentation Available Online
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Many of you have been interested in hearing/seeing Janet Harvey, MCC, our ICF Global President's September meeting presentation entitled, "Got Sovereignty? Get Artfulness." The complete presentation has been uploaded to the ICFP website in the "Member's Area," which is accessed from the left hand navigation panel on the homepage. This video is available to all ICFP members. This video includes a Live Coaching segment.
If you have never set up a profile on the ICFP site you will need to do this in order to access the "Member Area." And of course you need to be a member to set up a profile.
Do that here:
Once we get your profile we'll need to verify your membership and then activate your access so be please be patient. Then enjoy all the wonderful resources your membership includes.
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NEW ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY: Monthly Meeting Sponsorship
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Did you know that your company can be featured as an ICFP Monthly Meeting Sponsor? If you're interested in getting your message in front of the professional coaching community, this is a great opportunity! As a monthly meeting sponsor, your organization's name will appear in our promotional announcements, and you will have the opportunity to introduce your services to our meeting attendees and our 450+ newsletter subscribers.
Sponsoring an ICFP Monthly Meeting gives you a unique opportunity to reach one of the most vibrant coaching communities in the country.
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Board Election Results
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The results of this year's ICF Philadelphia Board of Directors Election have been finalized. An impressive group of coaches were recommended for nomination to serve on the 2013 ICF Philadelphia Board of Directors. These individuals were interviewed by the ICF Philadelphia Nominating Committee who in turn proposed a slate of candidates.
The following members were elected and will begin their terms in January 2013:
- Becky Scott, President-Elect
- Donna Spina, Secretary
- Suzanne Perry, VP Communications (second term)
- Terri O'Donnell, VP Membership
They will serve alongside the following previously elected 2013 board members:
- Clare Sautter, President
- Marjorie Johnson, Past President
- Peg Calvario, Treasurer
- Elizabeth Hechtman, VP Education
- Laurie Gripshover Taylor, VP Marketing
- Ginger Jarrett, VP Corporate Affairs*
Ginger Jarrett has served as the 2011 & 2012 VP of Corporate Affairs and will continue to serve in this capacity until a suitable replacement is identified. If you or someone you know has the experience and interest or would like to know more about this position, please contact Jeff Kaplan, at pastpresident@philadelphiacoaches.org.
ICF Philadelphia Board Members who will be rotating off the Board this year include:
- Jeff Kaplan, Past-President (served since 2010)
- Dena Lefkowitz, Secretary
- Rosy Elliott, VP Membership (served since 2009)
- Ginger Jarrett, VP Corporate Affairs
We look forward to an excellent year ahead! We owe all of these leaders, representing our 2011 and 2012 Board of Directors, a HUGE thank you for their generous and committed service to the ICF Philadelphia community.
We also owe a huge thank you to ICF Philadelphia's Nominating Committee for their time and valuable insight in selecting our 2013 ICF Philadelphia Board of Directors:
- Jeff Kaplan (Chair)
- Mark Goodwin
- Bill Morgan
- Dena Lefkowitz, ICF Philadelphia Secretary
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NEW Volunteers of the Year Awards Nominations due Dec. 1
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This is your opportunity to recognize some of our very special colleagues for their work and dedication that has been shown during this past year for the benefit of ICFP. Recognizing all of our volunteers for all their work is an ongoing goal of the board. The Susan B. Race Volunteer of the Year Award is a special award intended to be given to an individual who has worked tirelessly for the betterment of ICF-Philadelphia.
The Susan B. Race Volunteer of the Year Award is presented annually to a member of ICF Philadelphia (formerly PACA) who has demonstrated outstanding volunteer qualities and has gone above and beyond any expectations for the advancement of ICFP.
New this year -- because so many people deserve to be recognized for their outstanding contributions to ICFP, the board has instituted new awards for you to consider nominating a worthy candidate or yourself:
- New Member of the Year - Is there a new face that stands out more than the rest? How about letting them know that you see them and appreciate how they have jumped right in.
- Board Member of the Year - All board members contribute "over and above" to the success of ICFP. This award is designed to recognize a board member who has made an especially outstanding contribution to the ICFP over the past year.
- Mr./Ms. Congeniality - Who makes you feel totally comfortable and welcomed whenever you are involved with an ICFP event or project? Who is always pleasant, approachable, and inclusive and who represents ICFP in the most positive light?
Please consider submitting a nomination of one of your colleagues or yourself for any of the above awards. The nomination form can be found here. Please complete and return to Jill Magerman at Jillcoach4u@comcast.net before December 1, 2012.
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ACP - Mentoring Program, Nov 9
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Association of Career Professionals International -
Greater Philadelphia Network Program
Mentoring - Your Career Advantage
Friday, November 9, 2012 Pyramid Club, 52nd Floor, 1735 Market Street
Philadelphia, 7:45 am to 10 am
Join us to learn from a diverse panel of experts:
- How Mentoring works
- What it takes to make it a success
- How it impacts Mentor development
- What it means to the development of the "Mentee"
- How it may impact the future of
- Career Management
Our Panel, representing diverse career services perspectives, will share their insights on mentoring and its value and impact.
- Summer Fitch - Workforce Development Career Counselor
- Elaine Herbert, CMP - University Career Counselor
- Charlene Holsendorff - Outplacement Career Counselor
- Beth Wilson, CMF - Independent Career Counselor
Please register online by 5 pm, Monday, November 5th www.acpi.groupsite.com
$25 ACPI Members and Strategic Alliance Members including Members of ICF Philadelphia
$35 Guests
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Member Profile:
Elizabeth C. Hechtman, MS, PCC, CPCC, VP, Education, ICFP
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 Elizabeth Hechtman's coaching career arose from loss. Trained as a therapist, she became dismayed when therapy stopped being about self-actualization due to the advent of managed care. She lost a once loved profession and didn't know what to do next. A friend engaged a coach. Her friend shared, "I think this is what you are." She explained her coach was using a structured, effective methodology, which was very different from anything she'd experienced in therapy. But nothing moved Elizabeth until she witnessed her friend's transformation. Elizabeth figured maybe her friend's coach could help her through her dissatisfaction with her current career as a therapist.
She hired him, got lots of help and found her new career by the end of the first month as a client. Immediately she signed up for full time training and certification. Shortly afterward she obtained her PCC. Eventually she transferred all her therapy clients to coaching, and has now 30 years in the business. Elizabeth feels very fortunate to have found not one but two fulfilling careers.
Elizabeth's ideal clients are those willing to develop a partnership with her. She loves her work, loves the clients she works with and loves learning and growing - the kind of love that grows out of being caring, attached to others and concerned with creating meaning and value for her clients.
If she could have two weeks of free professional development, her dream would be 75% sitting at the feet of coaching giants, listening to them coach, questioning and being questioned in the art of brilliant, masterful coaching. The remaining time, she'd like to advance her marketing skills, learning from top earning coaches.
In a life filled with accomplishments, Elizabeth is proudest of raising her son. As a single mother, she is proud of creating and sustaining both a fulfilling home life and a satisfying career for 30 years.
Asked what thoughts she would like to leave us with, she notes that it's important to remember the difference we make in people's lives - our clients are transformed and they bring their transformation into the world to their families, friends, co-workers and communities. Finally, she appreciates being involved with ICF Philadelphia. The quality, talent and generosity of the organization and members are very meaningful for her.
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Welcome New Members
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We extend a warm welcome the following new members to ICF Philadelphia:
Latanya Franklin
Dominic Kayatta
Edgar Palacios
We're so glad you are with us!
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Connect with ICF Philadelphia!
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Do you have news to Share?
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Have you been: - Covered in the news
- Published in a magazine
- Quoted as an expert?
Then we want to know! Send your good news links to communications@ philadelphiacoaches.org so we can share with the whole ICF Philadelphia community. |
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Yahoo! ICF Philadelphia Discussion Group
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Advertise with ICF Philadelphia!
| Advertise your workshops on ICF Philadelphia's homepage, monthly newsletter, or on ICF Philadelphia's Calendar of Events. ICF Philadelphia members receive special discounted rates!
We have added a new Advertising Opportunity -- Monthly Meeting Sponsorship.
For more information, please contact Suzanne Perry, our VP of Communications, at
communications@philadelphiacoaches.org
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Upcoming Events!
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ICF NYC Chapter: Saturday, November 3, 2012
The Future of Coaching: Impact & Influence is Your Credible Invitation
Be inspired with fresh perspective and tools to be a thriving professional in the global field of coaching. Learn ways to maximize membership in the largest and leading professional association for coaches. Align your core vision, purpose and values with the explosive growth curve of the coaching profession.
8:30am-9:30am: Pre-workshop Conversation with Janet M. Harvey for ICF - PCC & MCC Coaches (8 a.m. Registration) (1 CCEU available for ICF Members)
10:00am-1:00pm: General Workshop (9:30 a.m. Registration) (3 CCEU's available for ICF Members) Location: The CAI Training and Conference Center
505 Eighth Avenue at 35th Street
Manhattan, 20th Floor, Yellow Room
For more info and to register:
www.icfnycchapter.org/events.php ACP Mentoring Program November 9th, Pyramid Club Please see details in the article in the text section of this Newsletter. To register go to www.acpi.groupsite.com |
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