Carrie Abner, MA, CAE, is an experienced association executive who has advanced professional associations at the local, state, national, and international levels. She currently serves as vice president of ICF Credentials and Standards, where she works to strengthen and grow the certification of coach practitioners around the world and ensure the highest standards for professional and ethical practice in coaching.
Institution
ICF Credentials and Standards
Institution Position
Vice President
Location
USA
Author's Articles
Coach Yourself to Success on Your ICF Exam
Boost your confidence on ICF exam day by using coaching strategies to prepare for testing expectations and complete the exam with confidence. Preparing for an ICF professional coaching exam can feel overwhelming. Approaching it with a coach’s mindset can boost your confidence. Here’s what you need to know.
Your Guide to Preparing for the ACC Exam
Learn what to expect on the ACC Exam, including question types, timing, coaching knowledge areas, and ways to prepare for exam day.
Your Complete Guide to the ICF Credentialing Exam: Tips for Success and Certification
Last Updated: November 10, 2026 First Published: October 18, 2024 Key Takeaways…
Online or In Person: 3 Steps to Help You Decide ICF Exam Format
Compare online and in-person testing options for ICF Credentialing Exams with three practical steps to help you choose the right testing environment.
Ethical Coaching: Building Trust that Transforms
Discover how ethical coaching standards builds trust, strengthens professional judgment, and creates the foundation for meaningful, lasting transformation.
What an Equity Assessment Taught Us About Credentialing — and Why It Matters
At the heart of ICF’s credentialing philosophy is a simple but powerful…
The Top 3 Reasons You Should Be Credentialed as a Coach
Anyone can say, “I’m a coach.” But an International Coaching Federation (ICF)…
The Benefits of Specializing in Team Coaching
In today’s complex work environment, teams play a crucial role in organizations.…
Author's Events & Professional Development
Coaching Supervision Community of Practice – Elevating Coaching Supervision Standards
Join us for the webinar, “Elevating Coaching Supervision Standards,” where you’ll explore…
Elevating Mentor Coaching
Explore mentor coaching and its role in building confident, competent coaches. Learn how feedback, reflection, and observation support growth and elevate professional coaching standards.
Information Session about Advanced Certificate in Team Coaching
In this session, explore the evolution of the ICF Advanced Certificate in Team Coaching, including its philosophy and key contributors. Learn the steps required to qualify for and earn this advanced credential, enhancing your expertise in team coaching.
Maximize the Impact of Your Coaching in a VUCA World
Join the ICF Coaching Science Community of Practice and Dr. Louise Sheppard…











