The Big Impact of Small Moments

ICFWA Newsletter

Dear ICF Washington Community,

 

My family and I recently returned from a trip to Mexico where we sought out some much-needed sunshine, celebrated a few birthdays, and welcomed the new year. Looking back, our most special memories were the "small moments"—sunrise walks and discovering new places. It was a timely reminder that the most impactful experiences often stem from the smallest, intentional actions.

As I step into the role of President this year, this is my commitment to you: focusing on the intentional details that make your membership truly valuable. I'm honored to serve alongside a stellar team of talented and passionate Washington-based coaches who sit on ICFWA's Board of Directors. Together, we will invest our energy in three priorities:

▶️ Excellent Essentials: We will turn the lights up to "full bright" on our core offerings. From high-impact CCEU events to a smoother website experience, we want every interaction you have with the chapter to be high-value and "must-attend."

▶️Effortless Engagement: Your time is among your most precious assets. We will streamline how you navigate the chapter—from finding resources to registering for events—making it frictionless for you to get what you need when you need it.

▶️Empowering What’s Next: No matter where you are on your coaching journey—whether just starting out or innovating new approaches—we are here to help you raise your personal bar. On your behalf, we're also deeply conscious of our opportunity to evolve the coaching profession by promoting equitable access for both prospective coaches and clients.

I want to hear from you

Your voice will help us “empower what’s next.” Earlier this week, you may have seen an email from Tammi Scott inviting you to respond to our semi-annual survey. If you missed it, please see the details below–and take 5-minutes to respond. Please also feel encouraged to drop me a note to share suggestions or ideas that matter most to your practice.

Onward!

Ashley Wollam

President, ICF Washington State

As we usher in a new era for our chapter, we are delighted to introduce our newly elected board for the upcoming year. Our board members bring a wealth of expertise, passion, and dedication to the coaching profession. This dynamic team continuously strives to lift-up the ICFWA Community.

 

Share Your Voice by 02/09

Please take 5-minutes to share feedback via this survey. Your feedback will help us shape your experience in ways that truly serve you, your coach colleagues, and those who will follow!

 

A Big Welcome

Please join us in welcoming Mikka Jackson, PCC as our new Program Manager of Credentialing.

Mikka is a PCC-credentialed coach, educator, and founder of Mikka Jackson & Associates, LLC. She also serves as adjunct faculty in the Executive Coaching and Consulting program at Concordia University’s Townsend Institute, where she supports the development of future coaches and leaders. Mikka believes credentialing support matters because it builds confidence, clarity, and credibility for individual coaches while strengthening the coaching profession as a whole. In this role, her focus is on making the credentialing journey more understandable, accessible, and supportive for members at every stage.

Mikka warmly invites members to reach out with questions, curiosity, or support needs at mikkajacksoncoaching@outlook.com. You don’t need to have it all figured out to start the conversation.

Volunteer Opportunities

 

Member Engagement Program Manager

This role focuses on cultivating meaningful connection and community among ICF Washington and Alaska chapter members through thoughtful engagement initiatives, programs, and touchpoints that foster belonging and collaboration.

 

Volunteer Experience Program Manager 

This role is responsible for designing and stewarding a positive, well-organized volunteer journey by aligning members’ interests and strengths with meaningful opportunities that support the chapter’s mission.

If you’re interested in either of these roles, please email Tammi Scott at  tammiscott@gmail.com for more information.

We invite you to join us for one of our upcoming events and be part of an engaging, welcoming experience designed to connect and inspire our community. Each event offers meaningful opportunities to learn, share, and build relationships with others who value collaboration and growth.

Be sure to explore our event calendar as well, so you can stay informed about additional programs and gatherings planned in the weeks ahead.

 

BIPOC Coaches Connect
Thursday, February 05, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST

Quarterly New Member Welcome Call
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:25 PM PST

Morning - Group Coaching SuperVision
Tuesday, February 24th, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM PST

Evening - Group Coaching SuperVision

Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 6:35 PM – 8:00 PM PST

We eagerly anticipate your active involvement and interaction throughout the month. If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to contact our team at:

administrator@icfwashingtonstate.org

Also, be sure to follow us on all our social media platforms for important and exciting events and updates throughout the month.