CALL FOR PRESENTERS

Theme & Event Details

 

The theme of the 2026 conference is Cultivating Clarity. Creating Momentum. This year’s theme invites presenters to explore how coaches create clarity and harness it to propel clients forward - in individuals, teams, and organizations. All applications should be relevant to this theme from a coaching perspective.

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Presenting Opportunities:

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  |  Breakout Sessions

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• Length: 60 or 90 minutes

• Format: Interactive workshop, clearly related to coaching

• Focus: Core Competencies or Resource Development (CCEUs available)

• Note: Content should be designed to meet ICF Continuing Coach Education Unit (CCEU) criteria.

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  |  Coaching Mastery Demos and Discussions

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• Live coaching sessions with experienced PCC or MCC coaches, followed by a facilitated discussion

• Provides participants with the opportunity to observe coaching mastery in action

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  |  Morning Activities

 

• Length: Up to 1 hour, pre-breakfast

• Examples: Group journaling, hiking, mindfulness meditation, Tai Chi, yoga, creative movement, or other energizing practices

 

 

 

Application Requirements

Before starting the application, be sure to have the following information ready:​

 

• Name and contact information

• Emergency contact information

• Status of your current ICF credential and renewal date

• Session title and short description (up to 350 words)

• 3–5 clear learning outcomes

• If applicable, the ICF Core Competencies your session addresses (https://coachingfederation.org/core-competencies)

• Digital headshot (JPEG or PNG, 100MB max)

• Short professional bio (150 words max)

• Links to prior presentations (optional)

• Permission for your session to be recorded for public distribution

 

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How Applications are Evaluated

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• Coaching credentials (ICF preferred) and other relevant qualifications of the lead presenter (co-presenters do not need ICF credentials)

• Potential for CCEU approval—especially Core Competency credits

• Alignment with the conference theme

• Demonstrated facilitation and public speaking experience

 

Why are you requiring this specific information on the application?

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• Evaluate you as a potential presenter

• Apply for ICF CCEU approval

• Promote the event

• Inform attendees about your workshop

• Include you in the ICF local chapter database of presenters

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Materials & Equipment

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• Presenters are responsible for handouts, supplies, and other session materials.

• Available on-site: screen, projector, flipchart, microphone, pens

• We encourage offering digital handouts when possible

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Submission Process

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• Applications must be submitted through the online application form

• Applications via mail or email will not be accepted

• You will receive an email confirmation on the same day your application is submitted

• Notification Date: October 21, 2025

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Other Ways to Participate

 

• Sponsorship: Contact sponsor@texascoachescoalition.org

• Volunteering: Contact Karen Thomas at programs@texascoachescoalition.org

• Attending: Join us for the full program of educational and social activities

 

Questions?
 

Contact our Programs Committee at programs@texascoachescoalition.org.

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