ICF Ethics Webinar: “Coaching with Integrity”
July 18, 2025
11:30am - 1:00pm ET
Speakers: Pamela Maxson, PhD, MCC and Vahbiz Shroff, PhD, MCC
Join us for a powerful, interactive session exploring the critical role ethics play in coaching today. Whether you're an experienced coach or newly credentialed, this session will deepen your understanding of the ICF Code of Ethics and empower you to align your practice with integrity.
In this webinar, we will explore:
- The "Why" of Ethics – What makes ethical coaching essential?
- Terminologies – Unpacking confidentiality, conflict of interest, and knowing your limits
- Ethics as Ecosystem – Core values, accountability, and professional responsibility
- ICF’s Updated Code of Ethics – Insights from the latest resources
- Practice Scenarios – Case studies on ethical standards in nuanced situations
Walk away with:
- A refreshed understanding of ICF ethical standards
- Practical strategies for ethical dilemmas
- A toolkit for cultivating trust and professionalism in your coaching practice
Bios:
Pamela J. Maxson, PhD, MCC, is an executive/leadership individual and team coach, mentor coach, trainer/facilitator, speaker and lifelong learner who focuses on helping individuals tap into their purpose, overcome their personal and professional obstacles, and develop a plan to achieve their goals. Pam works with clients to understand and leverage their leadership style, maximize their own and their team’s potential, improve communication, increase their emotional intelligence, and explore their personal and professional fulfillment. Pam has taught coaching for several years and is currently a mentor coach and assessor. Her core mission is to help coaches master their skills and their “being” to best serve their clients. Pam’s happy place is the intersection of coaching, teaching/mentoring, and learning. Pam is an ICF Master Certified Coach, a Certified Business and Professional Coach, and a Certified Authentic Leadership Coach. Pam has worked in organizational leadership and taught developmental psychology at Duke University for 30 years. Pam is the founder of Periscope Coaching, LLC, which provides a new lens on leading, an author (Finding Your Inner Bitch), and the current president of the ICF Raleigh Chapter.
Vahbiz Shroff, PhD, MCC, Owner & President - Living Your Best Coaching, LLC Featured amongst the Top 20 coaches in North Carolina, Vahbiz is an internationally credentialed Master Certified Coach, facilitator, speaker and career consultant for healthcare and STEM industries. Her coaching philosophy is fueled by a deep commitment to nurturing self-awareness, fostering a growth mindset and driving sustainable results for individuals and organizations. As a former biomedical research professional and now, the founder of Living Your Best Coaching, LLC, Vahbiz brings a wealth of expertise from her research, business and organizational development experience to help her clients live their best lives, personally & professionally. Vahbiz specializes in organizational growth and change management, conflict resolution, team building, and executive career advancement. Vahbiz has served on the Board of Directors for the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Raleigh Area Chapter and contributes to the global ICF leadership community. She is also a coach trainer and ICF mentor coach. Vahbiz is an avid practitioner of yoga and martial arts. She loves making new connections, exploring new hobbies and constantly learning. “A Scientist’s Mind with a Coach’s Heart” www.livingyourbestcoaching.com / https://www.linkedin.com/in/vahbiz-shroff
