ICF 2025 Boards

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the global organization for coaches and coaching. Many opportunities exist at both the local and global levels to become involved with ICF and help advance its mission.

We are achieving our vision through the work of six unique family organizations. Each organization has a dedicated board that oversees the strategic direction of its affairs, funds and property.

The International Coaching Federation Global Board provides strategic direction for and coordination of the complete ICF ecosystem.

ICF Global Board of Directors

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Global Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and governance of the organization on a global scale. The board members are typically experienced professionals in the field of coaching and leadership, who work together to ensure the ICF’s mission and values are upheld. They play a crucial role in setting policies, guiding initiatives, and maintaining the standards of coaching practice worldwide.

Officers

Headshot of Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for coaching top CEOs and driving global impact on peace, climate, and education.

Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC

ICF Global Board Chair
Headshot of Kara Exner, PCC, accredited educator, and volunteer with the International Coaching Federation. Known for inspiring change in nonprofit and public sector leaders.

Kara Exner, PCC

ICF Global Board Vice Chair
Headshot of Tonya Echols, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for driving inclusive, human-centric business environments.

Tonya Echols, PCC

ICF Global Board Secretary/Treasurer

Directors at Large

Family Organization Representatives

Headshot of Lynda Mansson, PCC and Coaching Education board member with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leadership development, sustainability, and mission-driven coaching.

Lynda Mansson, PCC

ICF Global Board Representative 
Vice Chair, ICF Coaching Education
Headshot of Heather McBride Leef, Coaching in Organizations Representative with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leading Deloitte's DEI Institute.

Heather McBride Leef, ACC

ICF Global Board Representative
Secretary/Treasurer, ICF Coaching in Organizations
Headshot of Mary Anna Wright, MCC and 2014 Ireland Charter Chapter President with the International Coaching Federation. Known for helping leaders understand the impact of their actions and words.

Mary Anna Wright, MCC

ICF Global Board Representative, ICF Credentials and Standards
Shetty, PCC, Chair, and Global Board Representative with the International Coaching Federation. Known for enhancing vocal presence and leadership transitions.

Rashmi Shetty, PCC

ICF Global Board Representative
Chair, ICF Foundation
Headshot of James “Jim” Wetrich, PCC, Vice Chair, and Global Board Representative with the International Coaching Federation. With 43 years in healthcare leadership and a passion for coaching, he drives impactful change.

James “Jim” Wetrich, PCC

ICF Global Board Representative
Vice Chair, ICF Professional Coaches
Headshots of Yene Assegid, MCC, Secretary, Thought Leadership Institute Board of Directors Secretary, and Global Board Representative with the International Coaching Federation. Known for her expertise in transformational leadership, systems thinking, and coaching executives globally.

Yene Assegid, MCC

ICF Global Board Representative
Secretary, ICF Thought Leadership

Ex Officio

  • Magdalena Nowicka Mook
    CEO, International Coaching Federation

ICF Coaching Education

The ICF Coaching Education Board of Directors is a distinguished assembly of industry experts and thought leaders, whose commitment and strategic vision are instrumental in advancing the coaching profession. As volunteer leaders, they guide and shape the future of coaching education, ensuring that ICF remains the global leader in accrediting coaching education organizations worldwide.

Officers

Headshot of Jason Donkersgoed, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leadership in coaching education and program development.

Jason Donkersgoed, PCC

Chair
Headshot of Lynda Mansson, PCC and Coaching Education board member with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leadership development, sustainability, and mission-driven coaching.

Lynda Mansson, PCC

ICF Global Board Representative 
Vice Chair, ICF Coaching Education
Headshot of Cindy Jensen, ACTC and PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leadership development, change management, and cross-cultural expertise.

Cindy Jensen, ACTC, PCC

Secretary/Treasurer

Directors

Ex Officio

  • David Jennings, CAE, SPHR, SHRM-SCP (USA)
    Vice President, ICF Coaching Education
  • Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC (India) 
    Global Board Chair
  • Magdalena Nowicka Mook (USA)
    CEO, ICF

ICF Coaching in Organizations

The ICF Coaching in Organizations Board of Directors is a group of elected individuals who play a vital role in shaping coaching within corporate and organizational settings. They are responsible for steering the strategic direction of ICF Coaching in Organizations to continue to advance the effectiveness of coaching as a leadership and development tool within companies.

Officers

Headshot of Helen Basford, PCC and Chair with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leadership development, coaching strategy, and organizational psychology.

Helen Basford, PCC

Chair
Headshot of Denise Russo, Vice Chair with the International Coaching Federation. Known for talent development, leadership coaching, and career transitions.

Denise Russo

Vice Chair
Headshot of Heather McBride Leef, Coaching in Organizations Representative with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leading Deloitte's DEI Institute.

Heather McBride Leef, ACC

ICF Global Board Representative
Secretary/Treasurer, ICF Coaching in Organizations

Directors

Ex Officio

  • Robert Garcia, ACC, CAE, MBA (USA)
    Vice President, ICF Coaching in Organizations
  • Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC (India) 
    Global Board Chair
  • Magdalena Nowicka Mook (USA)
    CEO, ICF

ICF Credentials and Standards

The ICF Credentials and Standards Board of Directors oversees the development and management of the International Coaching Federation’s credentialing and certification programs. Representing over 50,000 credential holders from more than 140 nations, this board ensures that coaches meet and maintain the highest standards within the coaching profession. This diverse board promotes ethical conduct, professional excellence, and integrity across the coaching industry globally.

Officers

Headshot of Dawna Atamanchuk, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leadership development and driving meaningful growth.

Dawna Atamanchuk, PCC

Chair
Change Innovators Inc.
Headshot of Suresh MJ, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for fostering leadership excellence and driving DEIB initiatives.

Suresh MJ, PCC

Vice Chair
Lee Hecht Harrison
Headshot of Yiannis Kontou, MCC and Credentials and Standards Board member with the International Coaching Federation. Known for advancing coaching standards and driving innovation.

Yiannis Kontou, MCC

Secretary/Treasurer
Qamelion
Headshot of Mary Anna Wright, MCC and 2014 Ireland Charter Chapter President with the International Coaching Federation. Known for helping leaders understand the impact of their actions and words.

Mary Anna Wright, MCC

ICF Global Board Representative, ICF Credentials and Standards

Directors

Headshot of Lois Hanshaw, ACC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for helping individuals find fulfillment and navigating complex legal and strategic challenges.

Lois Hanshaw, ACC

Lois Hanshaw Coaching
Headshot of Ksenia Rosina, PCC and previous Russia Chapter Board member with the International Coaching Federation. Known for helping individuals, teams, and organizations thrive through leadership development.

Ksenia Rosina, PCC

Headshot of James Varnham, Public Member of the Credentials and Standards Global Board with the International Coaching Federation. Known for driving innovation in technology education and AI transformation.

James Varnham

AI Academy ApS

Ex Officio

  • Carrie Abner, CAE (USA)
    Vice President, ICF Credentials and Standards
  • Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC (India) 
    Global Board Chair
  • Magdalena Nowicka Mook (USA)
    CEO, ICF

ICF Foundation

The ICF Foundation Board of Trustees guide and direct the strategic plans and goals to achieve the mission of the ICF Foundation.

Officers

Shetty, PCC, Chair, and Global Board Representative with the International Coaching Federation. Known for enhancing vocal presence and leadership transitions.

Rashmi Shetty, PCC

ICF Global Board Representative
Chair, ICF Foundation
Headshot of Sundar Visvanathan, PCC and Vice Chair with the International Coaching Federation. Known for helping leaders evolve into better versions of themselves.

Sundar Visvanathan, PCC

Vice Chair
Headshot of Kath Milne, MCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for creating opportunities that bring out the best in individuals and organizations.

Kath Milne, MCC

Treasurer
Headshot of Tamala Chirwa, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for coaching C-suite leaders to enhance leadership and team performance.

Tamala Chirwa, PCC

Secretary

Trustees

Ex Officio

  • Coura Badiane, CAE, MBA (USA)
    Vice President, ICF Foundation
  • Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC (India) 
    Global Board Chair
  • Magdalena Nowicka Mook (USA)
    CEO, ICF

ICF Professional Coaches Board

The ICF Professional Coaches Board of Directors represents, serves, and advocates for all ICF members worldwide. It is a body of no more than nine elected individuals who guide ICF Professional Coaches’ efforts to lead the global advancement of the coaching profession through its members and chapters around the world. This board steers strategic development, creates policy, and leads the fiscal management and general oversight of ICF Professional Coaches.

Officers

Headshot of Manbir Kaur, MCC and Chair with the International Coaching Federation. With 27+ years of experience, she empowers tech leaders and coaches through innovative leadership frameworks.

Manbir Kaur, MCC

Chair
Headshot of James “Jim” Wetrich, PCC, Vice Chair, and Global Board Representative with the International Coaching Federation. With 43 years in healthcare leadership and a passion for coaching, he drives impactful change.

James “Jim” Wetrich, PCC

ICF Global Board Representative
Vice Chair, ICF Professional Coaches
Headshot of Graziela “Gra” Cajado-Ogland, PCC and Secretary/Treasurer with the International Coaching Federation. With a background in global leadership and executive coaching, she empowers leaders to navigate transitions.

Graziela “Gra” Cajado-Ogland, PCC

Secretary/Treasurer 
Headshot of Jurgita Micallef, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. With 20 years of experience across startups, government, and global enterprises, she empowers leaders worldwide.

Jurgita Micallef, PCC

Director of Member Relations

Directors

Ex Officio

  • Steve Weiss, CAE (USA) 
    Vice President, ICF Professional Coaches
  • Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC (India) 
    Global Board Chair
  • Magdalena Nowicka Mook (USA)
    CEO, ICF

ICF Thought Leadership

The ICF Thought Leadership Institute Board of Directors is a think tank of visionaries driving global progress in the coaching field. Comprising leaders dedicated to expanding the horizons of coaching, the board explores new frontiers in coaching science and practice.

Officers

Headshot of Donna P.A. Eiby, Chair with the International Coaching Federation. Known for her passion for people and the planet and her dedication to rebuilding social structures and fostering human connection.

Donna P.A. Eiby

Chair
Headshot of Svetlana Dimovski, PCC, Vice Chair, Executive and Team Coach, and Transformational Leader with the International Coaching Federation. Known for leadership, innovation, and expertise in strategy design and change management.

Svetlana Dimovski, PCC

Vice Chair
Dharma Growth, LLC
Headshots of Yene Assegid, MCC, Secretary, Thought Leadership Institute Board of Directors Secretary, and Global Board Representative with the International Coaching Federation. Known for her expertise in transformational leadership, systems thinking, and coaching executives globally.

Yene Assegid, MCC

ICF Global Board Representative
Secretary, ICF Thought Leadership
Headshot of Kaveh Mir-Tahmasebi, ACTC, MCC, Treasurer, and Global Professional Coaches Board Director with the International Coaching Federation. Known for fostering positive behavioral change and enhancing performance, engagement, and leadership transitions.

Kaveh Mir, ACTC, MCC

Treasurer
PSI Executive Coaching

Directors

Headshot of Akihiko Morita, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for blending academic insights with real-world applications and transformative coaching.

Akihiko Morita, PCC

Global Leadership Education Center, Inc.
Headshot of Melvin Smith. Known for coaching with compassion and expertise in lifelong learning and growth.

Melvin Smith

Headshot of Woody Woodward, PCC with the International Coaching Federation. Known for co-founding and leading NYU's Master of Science in Executive Coaching and Organizational Consulting (ECOC) program and expertise in organizational consulting at PricewaterhouseCoopers Consulting (PwC) and project management for IBM Business Consulting Services.

Woody Woodward, PCC

New York University

Ex Officio

  • Alicia Hullinger, PhD (USA)
    Vice President, ICF Thought Leadership Institute
  • Shweta Handa-Gupta, MCC (India) 
    Global Board Chair
  • Magdalena Nowicka Mook (USA)
    CEO, ICF