{"id":2522,"date":"2024-08-28T13:21:34","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T17:21:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/community-events\/events\/icf-converge\/"},"modified":"2025-12-02T09:50:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T14:50:18","slug":"icf-converge","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/community-events\/events\/icf-converge\/","title":{"rendered":"ICF Converge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>\n\t\t\tWhy Attend ICF Converge\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>ICF Converge is where the world of coaching comes together. This annual, large-scale conference is designed to ignite innovation, foster growth, and strengthen connections across the global coaching community.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re aiming to advance your career, broaden your influence, or drive meaningful change, this premier global coaching event offers the perfect environment to inspire your journey. You&#8217;ll spend three days engaged in expansive learning, with more than 70 sessions to choose from across multiple content themes, levels, and formats &#8211; from keynotes and lecture-style sessions to interactive workshops and panels.<\/p>\n<p>When you attend ICF Converge, you will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Expand Your Knowledge:<\/strong> Gain access to cutting-edge coaching tools, strategies, and research that can elevate your practice and help you stay at the forefront of the coaching profession.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Meet Like-Minded Individuals:<\/strong> Connect with a diverse community of coaches from around the world, exchanging experiences, building relationships, and expanding your professional network.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Learn from Industry Leaders:<\/strong> Hear directly from thought leaders, master coaches, and industry experts who share innovative ideas, best practices, and more. \u200b\u200bPast speakers have included Diana Kander, Sebastian Terry, Frans Johansson, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, and Hal Gregersen.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Explore the Exhibit Hall:<\/strong> Discover a vibrant hub of leading products, services, and solutions designed to support your professional growth, enhance your coaching practice, and strengthen your organizational impact.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Engage in Meaningful Conversations:<\/strong> Participate in thought-provoking discussions and workshops that challenge your thinking, help you explore new coaching horizons, and dive deeper into important topics like leadership development and business strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tGrow Your Coaching Knowledge, <br \/>Earn CCE Credits\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Join your peers at ICF Converge, and not only will you discover strategies and techniques that can take your coaching practice to the next level, but you can also earn Continuing Coach Education (CCE) credits needed to renew your ICF credential.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We are currently calculating CCE credits for Converge 26, so check back soon for more information. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/icf-event-speaker-in-action.jpg\" alt=\"A professional speaker addressing an audience about leadership coaching at an International Coaching Federation event.\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1600\" width=\"2400\" title=\"icf-event-speaker-in-action\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tICF Converge 2026\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Mark your calendars! ICF Converge 2026 is coming to the Marriott Marquis in Washington, DC, USA, from October 27-30, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Our team is planning a comprehensive program full of learning and connection designed to empower coaching professionals from all over the globe.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/converge-event-notification\/\">Join our interest list<\/a> to receive key updates &#8211; including when the call for presentations and registration opens &#8211; and be among the first to secure your spot at the world&#8217;s premier coaching conference.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/converge-event-notification\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJoin the Interest List\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tWhat&#8217;s Included\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Conference registration unlocks access to inspiring keynote sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Plus, you&#8217;ll get exclusive materials and resources to keep the learning going long after the event ends!<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tPricing\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Pricing for Converge 26 is being developed. Stay tuned for details.<\/p>\n<p>Did you know that <strong>ICF members save<\/strong> on all types of events and learning opportunities? <a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/about\/icf-membership\/individual-membership\/\">Become an ICF member<\/a> today and get ready to save on Converge 26 and more!<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/about\/icf-membership\/individual-membership\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJoin ICF\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tWant to Do More Than Attend? Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Sponsor or exhibit at ICF Converge and turn presence into <em>impact<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>While 1,600+ coaching professionals, HR leaders, and business decision-makers come to connect, learn, and grow &#8211; you can be the brand that helps them get there. Spark conversations with the right people, generate high-quality leads, and show up as a trusted partner in our attendees&#8217; professional journeys.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are coming soon. <a href=\"mailto:laurin.ensslin@coachingfederation.org\">Contact Laurin<\/a>, our senior director of sponsorships and sales, to express your interest and be among the first to learn more.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tExplore ICF Converge Summit\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>If you&#8217;re inspired by ICF Converge, you&#8217;ll love the ICF Converge Summit &#8211; a participatory experience designed for deeper connection and hands-on learning.<\/p>\n<p>Held in Europe, the Summit brings together coaches, leaders, and educators to exchange ideas, share best practices, and collaborate in an interactive setting. It&#8217;s a unique opportunity to experience the energy of Converge on a more intimate scale &#8211; focused on participation, conversation, and community.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/community-events\/events\/icf-converge-summit\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tICF Converge 2023 Available On Demand\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Discover the wealth of learning and personal development insights from Converge 23 with the on-demand package. This convenient option allows you to access invaluable education from the comfort of your home or office. Plus, you can earn CCE credits.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With the ICF Converge 23 On-Demand package, you will gain valuable strategies to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Expand and diversify your coaching business.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Explore evidence-based practices and theories that underpin coaching.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Envision the future through examples of innovation, creativity, and impact.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Align your coaching practice with established core competencies.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Learn new skills and techniques that elevate your expertise. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/event-course\/icf-converge-2023-ondemand\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet Converge 23 On Demand\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tICF Converge On-Demand Content\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tConverge 23 Keynotes, Talks, &#038; More\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Converge 23 offered six different types of sessions to maximize learning and networking opportunities, including keynotes, signature talks, and coaching spotlights.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\"  id=\"fl-accordion--label-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\">2023 Keynotes<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-0\"  tabindex=\"0\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Keynote sessions are intended to inspire you to be curious and motivate you to act on what you learn.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Opening Keynote:<\/strong> &#8220;Unleash Your Curiosity,&#8221; presented by Diana Kander<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Closing Keynote:<\/strong> &#8220;Goal Setting to Live Well,&#8221; presented by Sebastian Terry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\"  id=\"fl-accordion--label-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\">2023 Signature Talks<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-1\"  tabindex=\"0\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Signature talks feature author perspectives on wide-ranging topics that impact the coaching community.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Friendship in the Age of Loneliness: How Coaching can Foster Human Connection at Work,<\/strong>\u00a0presented by Adam Smiley Poswolsky<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Leading Imperfectly: The Value of Being Authentic for Coaches and Human Beings<\/strong>, presented by James Robilotta<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Own It. Love It. Make it WORK: How Coaches and a Coaching Culture Can Turn Any Job into a Dream Job<\/strong>, presented by Carson Tate<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>The Art of Cultural Fluency<\/strong>, presented by Jane Hyun<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>The Bold Ones: Coaching in a World of Disruption<\/strong>, presented by Shawn Kanungo<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Who Am I to Lead? Inclusive Leadership is Alive!<\/strong> presented by Torin Perez<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\"  id=\"fl-accordion--label-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\">2023 Spotlight Talks<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-2\"  tabindex=\"0\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Coaching spotlights feature coaches from around the world as they share their unique insights on coaching trends and innovations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>AI in Service of Growing Coaching Skills: The Role of AI in Analysis in Self-Reflection, Supervision, and Progress Tracking<\/strong>, presented by Alex Haitoglou<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Coaching in an Academic Medical Center: Meeting the Needs of Physicians in Times of Disruption<\/strong>, presented by Priscilla Gill, PCC<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Cultural Dimensions as Visible and Invisible Participants in the Coaching Process<\/strong>, presented by Nankhonde Kasonde-van den Broek, PCC<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Neurodiversity: What Every Coach Should Know<\/strong>, presented by Morwenna Stewart<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Uniting ICF Chapters During Tragedy to Evoke Positive Social Impact: A Case Study in Leadership<\/strong>, presented by D. 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