Insights from Converge 2025

“Connection. Celebration. ICF Converge 2025.”In this special episode, Elias Scultori, MCC, takes you straight to the heart of ICF Converge 2025 in San Diego, California — the ICF global gathering of professional coaches. Experience the energy, wisdom, and warmth of this worldwide community through a lively collage of interviews with coaches, leaders, and innovators who are shaping the future of our profession.From emotional reunions to deep reflections on learning, presence, and diversity, these voices remind us of the power of connection that defines coaching — beyond screens, beyond words.Episode Highlights 00:50 - Lyssa deHart, MCC – On connection beyond Zoom and the beauty of the “wonder of words.” 01:46 - Robin Stueber, ACC – Finding global unity and inspiration in her first Converge. 04:16 - Dan Freehling, PCC – Elevating word choice and staying at the cutting edge. 05:27 - Claire Bamberg, PCC – Exploring “Ubuntu” and the heart set of coaching. 07:44 - Carrie Abner – ICF leadership reflections on community and connection. 09:31 - Cheryl Procter-Rogers, MCC – Honoring in-person energy and shared journeys. 11:04 - Brian Grisso, ACC – From virtual to real: the magic of meeting fellow coaches. 11:58 - Robert Garcia, ACC – The legacy of ICF presidents and the call to leadership. 14:13 - Aikyna Finch, PCC – Championing diversity, inclusion, and belonging at ICF. 16:20 - Khyla Freeman – The joy of hearing coaches support core competencies. 17:29 - Mariela Tirado Rivera – Putting faces to the accreditation process. 18:41 - Stan Ajemian, ACC – Finding confidence as a new coach and embracing flexibility. 20:32 - Camila Cesari, MCC – Celebrating 30 years of coaching from Bologna to San Diego. 21:54 - Paul Sanbar, MCC – The art and science of language in coaching. 22:57 - Ann Fogolin, MCC – Lessons from the mastery panel: “The less I say, the more profound I am.”Elias closes the episode with a heartfelt reflection on the spirit of the ICF community — a reminder that coaching thrives when we gather, listen, and grow together.