Board Membership

Board of Director Positions
If you are interested in being a leader, now is the time to consider joining our Board of Directors as an elected board member. 

Board members are elected for two-year terms (except for the Past Presidents, who may be elected to serve one year after their term). 

*President-elect constitutes our only three-year board commitment as this person holds the positions of President-Elect, President, then Past President.

Our Commitment
International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the leader in developing a definition and philosophy of coaching, as well as establishing a set of ethical standards that ICF members pledge to uphold.

Prerequisites for all Board of Director roles

●       Must be a member in good standing of ICF Global.

●       Must be a member in good standing of ICF Charlotte Area Charter Chapter.

●       Must be able to attend all board meetings.

●       Must be practicing a form of coaching as a private practitioner, as an internal corporate coach, or as a manager/leader using coaching as a management skill or style.

●       Preferably holds a current ACC, PCC, or MCC certification with ICF Global or is actively working toward certification.

Board of Directors Nomination Application

Please complete the questions to help shape a biography of yourself to help the Nominations Committee better evaluate your application.  Nominees will only be listed for election to ONE director position however, you can express interest in more than one in the application. The Nominations Committee will discuss available positions with each nominee before elections are conducted.

Board of Director Role Summaries
If you would like to review official ICF Director role descriptions or have any questions, please email info@icfcharlotte.org.

President
The President shall preside at all meetings of the Board and of the Chapter. The President shall sign any instruments or documents that may be executed lawfully on behalf of the Board. The President shall chair the Chapter and Board of Directors meetings.  The President, if unavailable, may turn the meeting over to the President Elect/Vice President or other Board member. The President has the overall responsibility for seeing that the Chapter fulfills its obligations to the ICF. The President should be familiar with the policies and procedures of the ICF, including compliance with the ICF Chapter Agreement and with the Chapter's Bylaws, and with the duties of all the other Officers, Directors, and team chairpersons.

President-Elect
The President shall preside at all meetings of the Board and of the Chapter. The President shall sign any instruments or documents that may be executed lawfully on behalf of the Board. The President shall chair the Chapter and Board of Directors meetings.  The President, if unavailable, may turn the meeting over to the President Elect/Vice President or other Board member. The President has the overall responsibility for seeing that the Chapter fulfills its obligations to the ICF. The President should be familiar with the policies and procedures of the ICF, including compliance with the ICF Chapter Agreement and with the Chapter's Bylaws, and with the duties of all the other Officers, Directors, and team chairpersons.

Past President
The immediate Past President shall serve in an advisory, consultative capacity at the request of the President of the Board. The Past President chairs the Nominating Team, if applicable, ensuring compliance with bylaws and policy.  Perform other duties that may be delegated by the President or Board.

Treasurer/ Secretary
The ICF Charlotte Area Charter Chapter voted in 2023 to combine the roles of Treasurer and Secretary as of Jan. 1, 2024. The Treasurer will be responsible for collaborating with the chapter's bookkeeper to plan budgets and to provide chapter financial reports for each board meeting. The Treasurer will submit an annual financial report to ICF Global and will file appropriate tax forms with tax authorities. The Treasurer will have authority to sign-off on pre-approved chapter expenses. Secretary responsibilities include maintaining organizational records to facilitate chapter operations and to ensure compliance with ICF Global and regulatory bodies, and to keeping board meeting minutes and notes. Meetings are currently held monthly. 

Director of Membership
The Director of Membership provides direction and leadership for the Chapter's membership program to maintain and increase ICF membership. The Director of Membership manages and supervises chapter membership efforts including recruitment, member retention, and member recognition and scholarship programs. 

Director of Marketing and Communications
The Director of Marketing & Communications is responsible for maintaining an overall marketing and communications plan for the Chapter and identifying key messages and strategies and delivering those messages to members, the business community, and the general public.  The Director of Marketing is responsible for managing the publications, marketing, advertising, public relations and advocacy efforts.

Director of Events (Professional Development and Networking)
The Director of Events is responsible for developing an annual education plan for the Chapter as well as overseeing the researching and booking of speakers for meetings based on topics that satisfy ICF guidelines related to developing coaching competencies or other topics deemed by the Board to be in the interests of Members.  The Director of Events is also responsible for overseeing the conceiving, securing and executing of special events including networking events and conferences for the Chapter that are beyond the regular meetings.

Director of Outreach
The Director of Outreach is responsible for expanding the visibility and impact of ICF Charlotte by connecting the chapter with the broader business, professional, and community landscape. This role focuses on building relationships with organizations, HR and L&D professionals, and associations to raise awareness of the value of coaching and the work of ICF Charlotte. The Director leads initiatives that increase chapter engagement, coordinates pro bono and community outreach programs, and represents the chapter at external events to strengthen its presence and influence across the region.

Director of Partnerships 
The Director of Partnerships is responsible for cultivating and managing strategic alliances that advance ICF Charlotte's mission and sustain its programs. This role develops and oversees the chapter's sponsorship and partnership strategy, identifying organizations whose values align with ICF's and creating mutually beneficial opportunities for collaboration. The Director secures funding and in-kind support for chapter events, ensures fulfillment of sponsorship commitments, and maintains long-term relationships that enhance the chapter's credibility, resources, and community impact.

Director of Operations
The Director of Operations is responsible for general oversight of the technical and operational responsibilities of the chapter. This person leads operational change efforts and initiatives across all roles to ensure efficient operations. The key responsibilities of this role includes managing technology vendors, facilitate and manage accurate board area specific process documentation and monitor and manage the portfolio of technology solutions being utilized.  Providing training, education and recommendations on current and emerging technology is also required.