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ICF Washington Board Nominees 2025

We are thrilled to introduce the exceptional candidates who have shown interest in stepping into leadership roles for ICF Washington State. Each nominee brings a unique blend of skills, experience, and passion for coaching that aligns with our mission and values. They are dedicated to advancing our community’s commitment to meaningful relationships, equity, and impactful societal change. Below, you’ll find a brief bio and photo for each nominee, giving you insight into the talent and vision they hope to bring to our board.


Please check your email for your official ballot from ICFWA State. Voting will close at 5 PM on December 4, 2024.

*Email titled: OFFICIAL ICFWA BALLOT Board Elections

    Board Directors

    [Elected by voting members of the Chapter]


    Vice-President - Ashley Wollam 

    I’m excited by the prospect of serving our ICF Washington community as the chapter’s Vice President. As I have worked with Marriot, Kristal, and the 2024 Board in my capacity as Treasurer, I’ve been gratified to see the many ways we’ve been a positive force for good in the working lives of our fellow coaches–and am energized by the opportunities we have elevate our work and engage with our community in new and different ways. In 2025, I hope to leverage my experiences as a corporate leader and a non-profit board member to help the chapter raise the bar on the member experience, so that our fellow coaches can in turn deliver deeper, more lasting impacts to their clients. I look forward to connecting with many of you in 2025. Connect with me on LinkedIn!


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      Director of Partnerships - Lynne Putz

      I’m honored to be considered for the director of partnerships board position for 2025-2027. I have been an ICF certified coach since 2019 and am grateful to have found a practice that allows me to help clients realize their potential and a community that helps me grow as a professional. 

      I have volunteered with the ICF UW partnership for many years as a coach, and this year I took on program management in addition to coaching for the ICF UW Tacoma partnership. I would be excited to help guide the ICF WA partnerships as a member of the Board  for the next few years. Connect with me on LinkedIn.


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        Director of Membership - Shirlene Evans 

          I am really looking forward to joining such an amazing team. As a newly certified coach, I want to stay connected to other coaches and be at the forefront of how our Member experience continues to be shaped by the ever changing needs of our community. I am grateful to have an opportunity to leverage my data, project management, and facilitation skills as I serve in the Director of Memberships role. Connect with me on LinkedIn.



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            Co-Director of Programming - Olusegun Gbadebo

            *Currently serving as acting Co-Director of Programming
              With almost two decades of leadership experience across multiple geographies, I bring a depth of expertise in coaching, learning, and personal growth that aligns well with the mission of the International Coaching Federation Washington. I am deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and learning, which I believe are key to enriching our coaching community and driving meaningful impact. My background in people development, paired with a servant leadership mindset, enables me to design and deliver programming that is both empowering and transformative. As a passionate advocate for growth and excellence, I am excited to collaborate with my Co-Director and the board to elevate our chapter and support the professional development of our members. Connect with me on LinkedIn.



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                Provisional Appointments

                These positions will serve in an acting capacity for the first 6 months of their term to meet the minimum eligibility requirement of volunteering with ICFWA for 6 months. Therefore, they will not be included in the voting process at this time.


                Director of Marketing and Communications - Nickie Smith

                  Nickie Smith, an ICF ACC coach based in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in building inclusive, learning-based cultures, and purpose-driven marketing. With 30+ years in marketing leadership and talent development experience at global companies including Microsoft, Expedia and IBM, she transitioned from her corporate career two years ago to focus on her nonprofit, Be Bold for Change, which empowers women and girls to become changemakers to close the gender gap. Nickie is excited to join the ICFWA board, where she will lead efforts to evolve and elevate the chapter’s branding and digital experience.  Connect with me on LinkedIn.



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                    Director of Technology - Vicki Mitchell


                      After more than three decades as an engineering executive, I retired from High Tech to dedicate myself to helping women and the underrepresented in STEM achieve their career and leadership goals. Earlier this year, I relocated to Seattle and joined ICF, and now I am thrilled to serve on the board of ICF-WA as Director of Technology. This is such an inclusive and welcoming community! I am excited to help enable our mission of equity through technology and partnership with you all. Connect with me on LinkedIn.


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                        Board Elected Representative


                        Co-Director of Coaching Equity - Nisha Gupta

                        *In compliance with ICFWA By-Laws, this Executive Team role will be elected by the 2024 Board of Directors.

                          I am honored to be part of the ICF Washington Chapter for the past couple of years, particularly their commitment and dedication to advancing coaching equity for all. Serving the role of Coaching Pathway Program Manager in 2023 enabled me to further my passion of increasing the awareness of coaching to marginalized communities. I am excited to be considered for the role of Co-Director of Equity where I can continue to fulfill my purpose of advancing the EDIB vision for the ICF Washington Chapter and beyond.

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                          Current Board President & President Elect

                          *Current President Kristal Roberts automatically succeeds to a board position of Past President

                          and the current Vice President Marriot Winquist automatically succeeds to the Presidency.


                          2024 Board President - Kristal Roberts

                          It has been my honor to serve as the 2024 ICFWA Chapter President. For 2025 I will remain on the board as a member of the Executive Committee and serve as the Past President. As the Past President I will support our fantastic incoming President, Marriot Winquist as well as the rest of the board in achieving the vision, mission and goals of the chapter. In the past I have served as the Co-Director of Education and Vice-President/President Elect. Working on the board has allowed me to see the amazing dedication and commitment of our volunteers that are the heart of our organization. I look forward to serving with an outstanding board for 2025 that is filled with leaders who are committed, passionate and well-regarded in our field of coaching. I am grateful for this opportunity to be a part of this award-winning, innovative chapter and the chance to collaborate with our board, volunteers, and members to fulfill our mission of evolving the coaching profession through programs that develop meaningful relationships, equity, and self-transforming mindsets so that coaches, community, and members cultivate broader societal change.  

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                          Board President Elect - Marriot Winquist

                          I’m honored to step into the role of President for ICF WA, following an inspiring and rewarding term as Vice President. This new role fills me with a renewed commitment to elevate coaching, strengthen our board, and engage meaningfully across our vibrant community. My own journey with ICF WA—as a coach, program manager, board director, and Vice President—has deepened my belief in the power of bold vision and collaborative leadership to make a real difference.

                          As President, I’m dedicated to advancing coaching excellence, empowering the board, and building an inclusive, equitable space for the ICF Washington community. We’ll continue to center equity in our work, embrace diverse perspectives, and cultivate deeper connections. Together with our talented, passionate, and dedicated volunteers and board, I look forward to deepening our impact, expanding our reach, and building a thriving, connected coaching community.


                          Please check your email for your official ballot from ICFWA State. Voting will close at 5 PM on December 4, 2024.

                          *Email titled: OFFICIAL ICFWA BALLOT Board Elections

                          Each of these nominees has already demonstrated a profound dedication to our coaching community, and we are excited about the unique perspectives they bring. This new slate of leaders will be instrumental in helping us shape the future of ICF Washington State, empowering coaches and fostering meaningful change.


                          If you would like to connect further with any of the nominees or have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to administrator@icfwashingtonstate.org.