Affinity Groups at ICFTN
Affinity Groups provide a powerful way for members to build connections, share experiences, and grow together in areas of shared interest or identity. Groups meet virtually bi-monthly or quarterly, offering regular opportunities for connection, learning, and support. New members are welcome to join during our open enrollment period at the beginning of each year.
Explore our current Affinity Groups below and find the right space to deepen your engagement with the ICFTN community.
How to Join:
You can join an affinity group twice a year. ICFTN members can join for free and register for as many groups as their schedule allows. Registration happens in January of each year. Check the ICFTN newsletter for details or email the Affinity Group Steering Committee with any questions.
Don’t see a group that fits your interests? Contact the Affinity Group Steering Committee at [email protected] to explore starting a new group!
Ready to sign up? Fill out our form here.
Please check back soon to view our full schedule of Affinity Group meetings.
Affinity Group Name |
Description, Host and Meeting Frequency |
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COACHING INTERNATIONALLY |
A group for coaches working across borders, cultures, and global markets, sharing insights and best practices for coaching globally while building community. Host: TBD Meets: Bi-Monthly |
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EAST TENNESSEE |
A regional community for ICFTN members located in East Tennessee to build local connections and collaborate professionally. Includes Knoxville, Chattanooga, the Tri-Cities, and a total of 26 TN counties. Hosts: TBD |
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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE |
A group dedicated to exploring and deepening the role of emotional intelligence in coaching practice and leadership development. Host: TBD |
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INTERNAL COACHES |
A space for individuals who are coaches within organizations to request, share, and connect with relevant approaches and ideas from other internal practitioners. Host: TBD |
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MIDDLE TENNESSEE |
A regional group bringing coaches together virtually in Middle Tennessee for networking, collaboration, and professional development. Host: Jennifer Brown, ACC |
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NEURODIVERGENT COACHES |
A supportive community for coaches who are neurodivergent or who are passionate about serving neurodivergent clients. Hosts: TBD |
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NEWER COACHES |
This affinity group is for coaches who have a "new" practice. The definition of new is open to personal interpretation, and anyone who feels they're still working on getting their feet under them is very welcome. We share approaches to getting up and running, talk about certification and other related issues, and enjoy getting to know each other as we build our networks. Hosts: Matthew Kodsi & Julie Oliver |
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SEASONED COACHES |
A space for experienced coaches to collaborate, mentor, and share advanced insights into coaching practice and leadership development. Host: TBD |
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SPEAKERS CIRCLE |
A space for coaches who actively speak, present, or aspire to do more of it—whether you're experienced or just getting started. This group fosters connection and collaboration through honest conversations about what works (and what doesn’t) in the world of speaking. Members will share tips, tools, and lessons learned to grow together as communicators and leaders while building a speaking network. Host: TBD Meets: Quarterly |
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TEAM COACHING |
Team coaching affinity group exists to bring together coaches who are currently practicing team coaching and coaches who aren’t and are curious to know more. There is an educational component to provide clarity on what team coaching is and how it differs from other team interventions. Meeting topics include exploring team coaching scenarios, how to market team coaching services, assessments, and how to become an ICF accredited team coach. Hosts: Gillian Masarie, PCC & Jayne Robinson, PCC |
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VETERAN (MILITARY) COACHES |
A group of coaches who are either veterans, working with veterans, have a desire to work with veterans, or a combination of the three. Host: TBD |
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WOMEN IN COACHING |
A vibrant space for women coaches to share experiences, experience belonging, grow leadership skills, and build professional relationships. Host: Sylvie Maury, PhD, ACC Meets: Quarterly |
