{"id":72,"date":"2025-05-04T04:12:13","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T04:12:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/icfarmenia.am\/?page_id=72"},"modified":"2025-10-09T11:42:05","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T11:42:05","slug":"about-past-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/icfarmenia.am\/?page_id=72","title":{"rendered":"About past events"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\u201cCoaching in Organizations\u201d: A New Chapter in Leadership Culture Team Effectiveness\nOn May 30, 2025, the first-ever \u201cCoaching in Organizations\u201d conference in Armenia took place at the Alexander Hotel, organized by ICF Armenia. The event was designed for business leaders and executives, focusing on the application and impact of coaching in the context of organizational development.\nSpeakers from various organizations shared their real-life experiences, including: Anna Arzumanyan, Head of HR at Alexander Hotel, Anahit Gasparyan, Learning and Development Specialist at the Central Bank of Armenia, Ani Karapetyan, Head of HR at Byblos Bank, Lilit Mkrtchyan, Deputy Director at the Center for Educational Development and Innovation (CEDIC), Madlen Minasyan, Head of Public Relations at Picsart, Ani Derdzyan, Project-Based Learning Specialist at Children of Armenia Fund (COAF), Artur Tashchyan, Principal of Abovyan School No. 2, Sona Balasanyan, Head of a Social Enterprise. \nGohar Davtyan\u2014entrepreneur, and business trainer\u2014shared her coaching approach and concrete case with tangible results in leading teams.\nEach presentation was a living testimony of how coaching helps teams become more independent, goal-oriented, and effective. It also reflected the modest yet steady progress of the coaching approach gaining ground in Armenia.\nThe professional discussions at the conference concluded with networking over a glass of wine, creating a wonderful atmosphere for new connections, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.\nWe thank all attendees for their engaged participation, insightful questions, sincere communication, and for inspiring us all to continue the dialogue and take it further.\nSpecial thanks to each member of ICF Armenia Chapter who contributed to making the event possible. Their membership in the Federation is deeply valued and holds significant importance.\nWe also express our gratitude to our sponsors: MAGOYAN MConexus, a company founded in the Swiss Confederation and operating worldwide since 2016 \u2014 mconexus.com, https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/mconexus\/ and to Mar Wine company \u2014(https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100089712083965...).\nICF Armenia continues its mission to make coaching a visible, accessible, and powerful tool for all organizations.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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As we have already informed you, ICF Armenia\u2019s team has actively participated in career fair \u201cArtsakh Career Expo\u201d. The initiative was notable for the great number of Artsakh people involved. Such events are very essential for contributing to the integration of Artsakh people. To have their direct input in this initiative, ICF Armenia\u2019s certified coaches have already started working with our Artsakh compatriots voluntarily. During the whole day our specialists were explaining our numerous compatriots how coaching can help them overcome this complicated period of their life, to adapt to new circumstances, to find their desired job and have success. Now we expect long, consistent work with a large number of our compatriots who have registered to receive coaching services.\nAt the closing part of the event ICF Armenia Chapter\u2019s President Nana Hovhannisyan made a very motivational and inspring speech on how personal growth can help in having a good career and on how coaching can help people to make transformational changes in their lives, support in setting goals and work consistently to achieve all set goals. The interest and involvement of participants was very exciting.\nIt was a busy and very productive day, for which we express our gratitude to the partner-organizer of the career fair for the tremendous work done.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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On 10th of December Artsakh Career Expo Vol 2 took place and ICF Armenia Chapter traditionally and with great pleasure participated in the event. \nThis time as well, our coaches were telling our compatriots about how coaching can help them overcome new obstacles and problems, adapt to new circumstances easier and orientate with their jobs.\n Our coaches voluntarily and with great love agreed to work with newly registered people at the second expo as well. \nBesides participating in the event, our certified coaches also gave interesting speeches, the opening speech was Astghik Pashayan\u2019s speech on \u201cHow to set goals correctly\u201d and the closing speech of the event was Astghineh Khachatryan\u2019s on \u201cHow to reveal and use our inner resources and use them in career\u201d. At the closing part of the event ICF Armenia Chapter\u2019s President Nana Hovhannisyan made a very motivational and inspring speech on how personal growth can help in having a good career and on how coaching can help people to make transformational changes in their lives, support in setting goals and work consistently to achieve all set goals. The interest and involvement of participants was very exciting.\nIt was a busy and very productive day, for which we express our gratitude to the partner-organizer of the career fair for the tremendous work done.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\ud83d\udce2 Inspiring news from the ICF Armenia Chapter\n We are pleased to inform you that we have started 2024 with very useful and enjoyable work.\n\ud83e\udd1d By initiative of the ICF Armenia Chapter, an important collaboration took place with EduArmenia, in the result of which a 4-day practical course\/workshop was conducted with 21 innovative and dedicated teachers from 3 schools in Yerevan, under the hospitable roof of the school named after John Kirakosyan.\nDuring the meetings, our coaches shared their experience and knowledge with great pleasure and enthusiasm, passed on to teachers coaching skills, tools and methods that will make the learning process even more student-centered, creative and effective.\nIt was a great honor and pleasure for us to have such a valuable collaboration, and the willingness and feedback from the teachers was very positive and inspiring.\nThis is just the beginning and we will continue one of our missions to promote self-discovery, transformation and development of teachers and students because this is the very essence of education and the impact of the education sector is the greatest in shaping future healthy generations.\n\u2757\ufe0f We would like to add that cooperation with other schools in the republic continues.\nWait for further news and developments in the upcoming days.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\u203c\ufe0f Continuing cooperation of ICF Armenia Chapter and EduArmenia. This time our coaches were hosted under the roof of N11 basic school named after William Saroyan in Hrazdan city. The teachers and the principal of N2 basic school of Abovyan city also joined us. The purpose of the hospitality was the implementation of a two-week workshop on the topic of \"Integration of Coaching Skills into Education\".\n\ud83d\udd25 We are sharing with love the inspiring feedbacks.\u2935\ufe0f\n \ud83c\udf93Hrazdan city\u2019s basic school N11 named after William Saroyan:\n\ud83d\udcac\"New approaches, wonderful ideas, newly elaborated techniques and toolkits, expert coaches who stimulate the discovery of potential, self-knowledge and self-actualization in personal and professional spheres.\nThank you for your dedication, invested efforts and time and unforgettable emotions.\"\n \ud83c\udf93Abovyan city\u2019s N2 basic school:\n\ud83d\udcac\"In the result of this workshop, the teachers developed new skills to become a source of inspiration for pupils, to discover their potential and to bring their dreams to life, to help pupils to believe in their own abilities. Teachers' skill sets were enriched with new tools and methods for listening, motivating and helping pupils. Self-improvement is our benchmark, and coaching revealed for us an opportunity to develop new mindset and lifestyle\".\nThe teachers themselves also left touching feedbacks in their social networks, sharing their impressions and achievements.\n\u203c\ufe0f We sincerely hope that cooperation with the educational sector, particularly with schools, will become continuous and comprehensive.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\ud83c\udf0fInternational Coaching Week 2024\ud83c\udf0f\nICF Armenia Chapter celebrated International Coaching Week 2024 from May 17-27 with a series of impactful events that highlighted the importance and benefits of coaching. The week kicked off with a vibrant opening ceremony at the Holiday Inn Hotel, organized by the dedicated members of the Armenian chapter.\nThe event was inaugurated by Nana Hovhannisyan, President of the ICF Armenia Chapter, who provided a comprehensive review of the past year's achievements and outlined future plans. Her engaging presentation demonstrated the chapter's vitality and commitment to the coaching community.\nFollowing the opening remarks, esteemed global coach Stephen Artinian took the stage to introduce the concept of Brain-Based Coaching. Artinian delved into the fundamental structure of the brain, explaining how it influences our decision-making processes. He emphasized how coaches can utilize evidence-based approaches, informed by neuroscience, to enhance their coaching practices.\nThroughout the week, participants were treated to a series of exciting topics presented by over ten renowned coaches from around the world. These experts shared their insights, lessons, and tips, offering valuable knowledge to a diverse audience. The sessions covered a wide range of themes, ensuring that there was\nsomething for everyone interested in the field of coaching.\n\u2728International Coaching Week at ICF Armenia Chapter successfully brought together a global community of coaches, fostering learning, growth, and collaboration. \n\u2728The chapter looks forward to continuing its mission of promoting the transformative power of coaching.\n\u2757\ufe0f \u2757\ufe0f \u2757\ufe0f The ICF Armenia Chapter is dedicated to advancing the coaching profession by providing professional development opportunities, networking events, and resources to coaches in Armenia.\n The chapter is committed to upholding the highest standards of coaching and supporting the personal and professional growth\nof its members.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\ud83d\udce2 On February 23, a meeting was held, organized by the working team of ICF Armenia in the format of a \"Coaching Caf\u00e9\" for the community's coaches. During the meeting, Natali Avagyan and Astghik Grigoryan presented the topics \"Emotional Intelligence as a Core Competence for Coaches\" and \"Fundamentals of Project Management.\" Participants had the opportunity to engage in practical exercises, ask questions, and take part in engaging discussions. This format will continue, with interesting upcoming meetings aimed at facilitating the exchange of expertise and professional development within the community.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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On May 2, an engaging session was held at DEPAK, focusing on the impact of the Instructional Coach in improving student academic performance.\nSpeaker Arpine Khrlopyan shared several cognitive instructional tools that have proven effect in enhancing student outcomes. The event provided valuable insights and practical strategies, drawing interest and active participation from educators and attendees.\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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