Coaching Forward 2026
The Future of Coaching: Mastery, Business & Impact
The coaching profession is evolving rapidly—and so are the opportunities to create meaningful impact.
Join ICF Georgia for Coaching Forward 2026, our premier annual conference designed to prepare coaches for the future of the profession. Whether you’re building your coaching practice, pursuing your next credential, coaching within organizations, or looking to deepen your coaching mastery, this dynamic day of learning, connection, and inspiration will equip you with practical insights and strategies to move forward with confidence.
Throughout the day, you’ll explore three key themes shaping the future of coaching:
- The Future of Coaching: Explore emerging trends, artificial intelligence, ethics, innovation, and the evolving role of professional coaching.
- Coaching Mastery: Strengthen your coaching presence through engaging conversations, practical learning experiences, and insights that support continued professional growth.
- Business & Impact: Discover sustainable strategies for growing your coaching practice, expanding your influence, and increasing your impact within organizations and communities.
In addition to engaging keynote presentations and interactive sessions, attendees will have opportunities to network with fellow coaches, exchange ideas, build meaningful relationships, and leave energized for the next chapter of their coaching journey.
Whether you’re just beginning your coaching journey or have years of experience, Coaching Forward 2026 is designed to equip you with the insights, connections, and inspiration to thrive in a rapidly evolving profession.
Join us as we move coaching—and ourselves—forward.
Registration Includes:
- A full day of professional development
- Interactive learning experiences
- Meaningful networking opportunities
- Access to sponsors and coaching resources
- Continental breakfast and lunch
- ICF Continuing Coach Education (CCE) credits (pending approval)
Pricing:
Space is limited—register early to reserve your spot!
Agenda:
Morning
| 8:30–9:00 AM | Registration & Breakfast |
| 9:00–9:15 AM | Welcome to Coaching Forward 2026 |
| 9:15–10:00 AM | Opening Keynote — Dr. Jamil Ramsey |
| 10:00–10:15 AM | Connection Break |
| 10:15–11:00 AM | The Journey to Mastery: MCC Conversation |
| 11:00–11:45 AM | Live MCC Coaching Demonstration |
| 11:45 AM–12:00 PM | ICF Georgia: What’s Ahead |
| 12:00–1:00 PM | Community Lunch & Connection |
Afternoon
| 1:00–1:50 PM | Interactive Breakout Sessions |
| 1:50–2:05 PM | Connection & Refreshment Break |
| 2:05–2:50 PM | Featured Conversation — Dr. Aikyna Finch |
| 3:00–4:00 PM | Coaching Conversations |
| 4:00–4:15 PM | Break & Final Marketplace Connections |
| 4:15–4:45 PM | Closing Experience — Dr. Karma Hill |
Throughout the Day: The Well-being Lounge
A dedicated calm space will be available throughout Coaching Forward for attendees who would like a few moments away from conference activity to pause, reflect, recharge, or simply enjoy quiet space before returning to the experience.
Our Coaching Forward Promise
Every attendee should leave Coaching Forward 2026 with one new idea, one meaningful connection, and one opportunity to move their coaching journey forward.
Join us as we move coaching—and ourselves—forward. Space is limited—register early to reserve your spot!
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