ICF-SA is the voice of professional coaching in Metro San Antonio. We educate leaders to help make well-informed decisions about applying coaching to improve outcomes. Our work is grounded in the International Coaching Federation training and Code of Ethics - the global gold standard of professional coaching.
With a cadre of 80 ICF-trained or credentialed professional coaches, many with decades of business and leadership success, we are uniquely positioned and excited to give back to our community and help transform San Antonio through the power of professional coaching.
We support Chamber-wide initiatives and programs through pro bono workshops, training, executive and professional coaching, and educational or motivational speakers.
We support individual organizations through strategic relationships at one of three levels: Chapter Sponsor; Chapter Partner; or Chapter Alliance.
For more information, contact Dr. Randy Coats at president@icfsa.org or 210-904-3289.
Kerri serves as President of North Star Coaching, her consulting company which focuses on helping leaders slow down to go fast. In addition to individual/team coaching, Kerri is a keynote speaker, develops leadership development programs, and works with teams and organizations to meet ambitious goals. Her professional experiences in three countries and a variety of industries has informed her academic research, peer-reviewed publications and her recently published book, Leading out of the ASKhole Trap. Kerri has earned her ICF MCC coaching certificate.
As President of ICF San Antonio, I lead a professional organization of 80 experienced professionals who are here to serve the San Antonio community.
Personally, I am a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with passions for serving others and learning. I have more than 35 years of leadership experience (as a military officer and civilian) and 9 years as a professional coach. My experience spans three continents, five countries, and a wide variety of roles and responsibilities. I left my "day job" in 2023 to focus on helping others grow and succeed, by offering coaching, consulting, and training services, as well as leadership and motivational speaking.
To learn more about me, visit www.coatsleadership.com or my LinkedIn page.
Currently a part-time Executive Coach (Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation) and Management Consultant. Retired Air Force Major General with 31 years experience (senior leader and pilot). Retired Human Capital Managing Director at Deloitte Consulting. Serving multiple boards in Chair, Board Member, and Committee Chair positions.
Paula Miles, PCC, PE is the principal coach and leadership services consultant with The PE Miles Group. Paula serves clients through executive and leadership coaching for individuals and groups, team coaching, program development, and custom solutions. She leverages her skills, experiences and training to guide aspiring leaders, established leaders, and transitioning professionals in discovering and reaching their full potential in their personal and professional lives.
Dan Pogue is a seasoned executive coach and leadership development expert with over 20 years of experience transforming leaders and organizations. As an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and founder of Thriving Leaders Group, he integrates his Air Force career, corporate leadership, and coaching expertise to create measurable results. A former USAF officer managing global operations and multimillion‑dollar programs, Dan offers a strategic, holistic approach that develops both professional and emotional intelligence. A Master Certified Financial Coach (MCFC) and EQ‑i 2.0 certified professional, he has coached leaders from Fortune 500 companies, Chick‑fil‑A, hospitals, and city governments. His clients experience stronger leadership, organizational clarity, and sustainable impact through his proven, purpose‑driven coaching.
Colleen Russell is an executive coach with a distinguished 25-year career at Southwest Airlines, including 18 years in progressive leadership roles. As Vice President of Internal Audit, she worked closely with the C-suite and Board of Directors, and as Chief of Staff to the Executive Vice President & CFO, she gained deep expertise in strategy, leadership, and decision-making at the highest levels.
An Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation and a certified Hogan Assessments practitioner, Colleen combines proven business acumen with powerful coaching tools.
Martha Tween, MBA, PCC is the founder of Sapere Vedere Consulting, specializing in executive coaching, leadership development, and organizational transformation. With 25+ years of international experience, Martha partners with leaders to create lasting change.
Her results include reducing turnover by 50%, increasing KPIs by 30%+ annually, and achieving 90%+ client satisfaction. Martha is an ICF Professional Certified Coach with certifications in Leadership Circle 360, CliftonStrengths, and DISC/EQ.
Sapere Vedere offers executive coaching, leadership training, cross-cultural consulting, and bilingual services in English and Spanish. Martha welcomes connections with business leaders seeking to elevate culture, develop teams, or navigate strategic transitions.
Pepper Wilson transforms leadership potential into measurable performance through her San Antonio-based firm, Mevelopment. With 20+ years of corporate leadership development experience. Pepper brings data-driven, practical approaches to executive coaching and organizational learning.
Holding an M.S. in Organizational Psychology from the University of Michigan and certifications in executive coaching and Hogan personality assessments, Pepper has worked with many leaders across corporate, non-profit, and e-commerce sectors. Through customized coaching programs and strategic learning solutions, she helps leaders and organizations build sustainable, high-performance practices.
Based in San Antonio, Pepper is committed to strengthening our local business community through transformative leadership development.
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