Dear ICF Hong Kong members and friends,
I am pleased to introduce myself as both your new Board Member and Director of Operations. It is an honour to step into this role, and I am genuinely excited about the opportunities ahead to support and streamline our processes for you all.
With a busy calendar of events in the coming months—including our 15-year anniversary celebrations—my priority is to ensure everything runs smoothly, making each occasion a truly enjoyable experience for our members. Having been actively involved in our community, particularly as Peer Coaching Lead for the inaugural Peer Coaching Programme (which has just wrapped up), I have witnessed first-hand the strength and passion within this group. I look forward to building on that momentum and ensuring every member feels supported and empowered.
I cannot wait to get started and to work closely with you all. Here’s to an exciting and seamless journey ahead!
Warmest regards,
Mitalee Sharma
Director of Operations
ICF Hong Kong
Congratulations to our Newly Credentialed Coaches!
We are delighted to celebrate yet another group of newly credentialed coaches this month!
We look forward to seeing the incredible impact you will make as you embark on this next phase of your coaching journey.
Calling for Volunteer Coaches for HandsOn Hong Kong
We are excited to launch a new NGO partnership with HandsOn Hong Kong, continuing our mission to ignite social progress through coaching!
HandsOn Hong Kong is a local charity dedicated to empowering volunteers and supporting under-served non-profit organisations. Through this programme, credentialed coaches will have the opportunity to make a real impact by working one-on-one with coachees on their professional and personal growth.
Programme Details:
- Open to coaches holding a current ACC, PCC, or MCC credential
- Six coaching sessions with one coachee, held June–October 2025 (virtual or in-person)
Interested? Apply by June 16 via this link.
Nominate an NGO to partner for pro-bono in 2025!
We are committed to driving real impact in our communities through pro-bono coaching.
This year, we’re aiming to expand our reach and partner with more NGOs dedicated to growth, empowerment, and positive change.
If you’d like to nominate an NGO, please submit your nomination through this link.
Nomination Deadline is July 10, 2025.
Register for the upcoming Peer Coaching Programme
We are excited to open registrations for our next Peer Coaching Programme, providing coaches at all levels with valuable opportunities to enhance their skills and earn paid coaching hours in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Details:
- Eligibility: Open to ICF members and non-members in Hong Kong and Mainland China
- Registration Deadline: 31 July 2025
- Kick-off Meeting: 21 August, 12:30–1:30 PM (Zoom)
- Coaching Period: 25 August 2025 – 28 February 2026 (6 months)
- Format: Coaches will work in trios, completing 12 sessions (6 as a coach and 6 as a coachee)
- Fees: ICF Members: HKD 100 | Non-Members: HKD 250
This structured trio format ensures flexibility while fostering real-world coaching experiences. Once groups are formed, roles are set for the duration of the programme.
Register at the link.
Member Survey!
We’ve launched a brief survey to gain deeper insights into your coaching journey, challenges, and how ICF HK can best support your growth. Your feedback will enable us to:
- Customise resources to meet your needs
- Build a stronger, more connected community
- Design impactful initiatives for 2025
Time required: Only 5 minutes
Deadline: 20 June 2025
Take the survey here, or scan the QR code above.
In-Person Networking, 20 June (Fri)
Coaches Coffee Connection is a relaxed meetup where coaches come together to share insights, experiences and get to know each other.
No registration fee, just send us your RSVP here and pay for your own beverage!
Date: 20 June (Fri)
Time: 10:30am – 12pm
Venue: Cafe 8, Rooftop, HK Maritime Museum, Pier 8, Central
"The Robots are Coming: How Coaches Can Win Work and Thrive in an AI World", 25 June (Wed)
How can coaches win work and thrive in an AI world?
Join our June webinar with Trevor Smith to discover practical business development strategies to stand out, grow your client base and thrive in the growth of AI.
The session is valid for 0.5 Core Competency credits and 1 Resource Development credit (total 1.5 CCEUs).
For more details and to register, click here.
ICF HK 15th Anniversary: Early-Bird tickets almost sold out!
2025 marks the 15 year anniversary of ICF HK and 30 years of ICF globally!
Join us at our 15 year conference “Coaching & Beyond” on 19 September. Hear from thought-leaders, network with industry professionals and coaches and future-proof your coaching.
There are only a handful of Early Bird tickets left available!
Early Bird Offer: HK$𝟴𝟴𝟴 (Full Price: HK$1,500) and includes a GloCoach-The Digital Leadership Accelerator AI Leadership Assessment (worth HK$2,000).
Speaker Line-up
- Angela Lee x Mathilde Poirieux × Scarlett L Mattoli × Tony Williams × | President Panel | Evolution of Coaching Ecosystems in Asia
- Robert Abbanat AI Innovator, Ex-NASA | Coaching in the AI Era: Tech-Driven Transformation
- Pascaline Hayoun x Margie Poon Edmonson x Tao Yang x Raymond Yang | Why CEOs Need a Coach for Personal and Professional success
- Wang Hui 3H5F Team Coaching Pioneer | 10x ROI in 6 Months: A Corporate Case Study
- Weixi Tan & Peter Seah | Psychological Safety Experts (Singapore)
- Cindy Yang | Cross-Sector Coaching Disruptor (Taiwan)
- Elizabeth Ker | Organisational Complexity & How Coaching Can Drive Change
- Soon Loo | Leadership in the Age of AI – How Coaches Create Human Advantage
- Dr Patrick Mak | “I + AI + Neuroscience Model” in CEO Coaching & Leadership
…and more global voices to be announced.
Why attend?
• Exclusive deep-dive into “Coaching + AI” & commercialisation success cases
• Asia’s most influential trends dialogue on coaching ecosystems
• Limited Early Bird rewards for professional growth
Conclusion of Pro-Bono Partnership with HELP for Domestic Workers
On June 11, we celebrated the conclusion of the Ignite Pro-Bono Coaching Programme for HELP for Domestic Workers—a non-profit organisation supporting migrant domestic workers through emergency support, crisis prevention, mental health support, casework and rights assistance.
A huge thank you to Anna Chan, Sam Yu, Flore Cassin, John Azzo, Cheryl Lee, Eleni Symeonidou, and Pam Birkett, who dedicated their time over the past six months to guide and support the seven coachees from HELP.
Their coaching helped sharpen their leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills—key tools in their mission to support domestic workers and advocate for their rights.
If you’re eager to extend this kind of support to other NGO’s, we are accepting volunteers! Register your interest here.
Pro-bono Coaching Wrap for Orbis Hong Kong
This month, we proudly marked the completion of our Ignite Partnership with Orbis Hong Kong. Through one-on-one coaching, our credentialed ICF HK coaches supported eight Orbis HK employees in their professional and personal growth, leading to mindset shifts, enhanced leadership skills, and personal breakthroughs.
The celebration was filled with gratitude and powerful reflections from coachees, highlighting the profound impact of this experience.
A huge thank you to Lead Coach Brenda Chan and our dedicated volunteer coaches (Amy Fung, David Tsui, Iris Kloth, Rowena Yiu, Sandy Hui, Silvia Suen and Terence Chung) for their expertise and generosity, as well as to Shiela Cancino and John Azzo for their unwavering support.
This partnership is a testament to the power of coaching in driving meaningful change within individuals and communities!
Celebrating the Success of our Inaugural Peer Coaching Programme
Last week, we marked the completion of our first-ever Peer Coaching Programme, celebrating seven months of growth, learning, and meaningful connections.
During this journey, 24 member coaches across all levels honed their skills, gained valuable experience, and earned paid coaching hours—all within a supportive environment. To commemorate this milestone, we gathered for a wrap-up presentation by Coach Ambassador and Board Member Mitalee Sharma, followed by a well-earned celebratory toast.
The thoughtful exchange of feedback among participants reinforced the impact of peer coaching in fostering professional growth and collaboration.
Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome new participants in our upcoming cohort starting in August, led by Coach Ambassador Deepti Mehra!
For more details and to register, click here.
International Coaching Week Wrap
We were thrilled to join forces with ICF Malaysia and Taiwan chapters for a series of Mandarin events for International Coaching Week.
The series focused around “Coaching in the AI Era“, including this session by Steven Jiang who led an engaged session on how AI and social media are reshaping the coaching business.
It was a great opportunity for our members to collaborate and network across different Asia chapters.
ICF Engage - Connect with fellow ICF Coaches Globally
ICF Engage offers a dynamic way to connect globally with fellow coaches, deepen professional development, and leverage valuable coaching resources!
Key Features:
- Networking & relationship building: Connect with peers using the directory and private messaging features.
- Knowledge sharing & skill development: Tap into the global membership’s diverse knowledge and stay updated on industry trends via a dynamic home page feed.
- Events & resources: Find learning opportunities and browse resource libraries to support your growth as a professional coach.
To access, logon directly at engage.coachingfederation.org using your ICF membership credentials, or via your ICF Member Benefits page.
Join ICF Hong Kong and Elevate Your Coaching Career!
At ICF Hong Kong, our mission is to connect our diverse community through partnerships and growth, building an inclusive and sustainable future. We bridge the gap between East and West, creating value for our local community through coaching, benefiting both givers and receivers alike.
By joining the ICF Hong Kong Chapter, you’ll access:
- Professional Development: Attend regular ICF Core Competencies CCEU events and coaching tools learning sessions.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect at quarterly in-person social events with like-minded coaches, industry leaders, and potential clients.
- Credentialing Support: Engage in ICF Credentialing Tutorial sessions.
- Peer-to-Peer Coaching: Join a supportive group of coaches for mutual professional growth.
- Exclusive Indemnity Insurance: Enjoy discounted rates for better professional protection.
- Member Materials: Access exclusive content, including research, tools, and best practices in coaching.
- Discounted Fees: Save on ICF credentialing, events, conferences, and training programs.
- Leadership Opportunities: Contribute to the coaching community in Hong Kong through chapter leadership roles.
- Social Impact Initiatives: Participate in pro bono coaching projects and social impact initiatives.
- Partnership Projects: Collaborate on low bono coaching projects and partnership initiatives.
Act Now: Join ICF Hong Kong today and start enhancing your coaching journey immediately!
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Sponsorship opportunities for 15th Anniversary
If you’re interested in sponsoring the 15th Anniversary celebration, please see above banner for information and contact partnering@icfhk.org with any queries.
Follow us on Social Media
To better connect with our members, we created two social chat groups: WhatsApp (link as below) and WeChat (name: ICFhongkong, QR code as shown on the right). Welcome to click the link or scan the QR code to join the social communities. If you have any questions on WhatsApp or WeChat groups, please contact us at communications@icfhk.org.
Building on the momentum of growing our community of coaches and increasing our presence and visibility across channels, ICF HK invites you to follow us on Instagram where you can stay updated on the trending news on coaching and leadership development. Tag us at @icfhongkong if you have anything valuable to share!