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Your opportunity to shape the future of coaching and ICF is almost here. Voting for the 2025 ICF Professional Coaches Global Board of Directors opens November 1 through November 15. All ICF members in good standing will receive a personalized ballot via email. To help ensure your ballot reaches your inbox, follow the instructions on whitelisting email addresses on our website.
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