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ICF-CT BOARD OF DIRECTORS


The ICF Connecticut (ICF-CT) Board of Directors is voted into office in April-May of each year through a membership ballot system. The installation ceremony is held at the final meeting of the year, usually In June, and officially takes effect July 1st. The Board of Directors consists of President, Immediate Past President, President Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, Culture & Belonging, Credentialing Support, Marketing, Membership, On-site Meeting Management, Programs, and Technology.

Board Member Requirements:
  • Be a member in good standing of ICF
  • Have an ICF credential (ACC, PCC, MCC) or meet ICF Minimum Eligibility Requirements
  • Have an active coaching practice (internal or external)
  • Reflect the spirit, training, credentials and integrity of the coaching profession
In addition to the board requirements listed above, candidates for President Elect and President must have served in a board role.   

Marta Koonz, PhD, PCC

President

Marta Koonz, PhD, PCC, serves as President of the Connecticut Chapter of ICF, primarily supporting other board members as they provide guidance and services to our chapter members. She strives to bring a balance of collaboration and direction to her board role, encouraging board members to both innovate and sustain as they fulfill their diverse roles. Serving on the ICF board of directors has been rewarding in so many ways, in particular through the opportunity to work in partnership with an incredible group of individuals dedicated to making a difference for the professional coaches within our chapter. 

Marta’s primary focus is on psychological creativity for coaches, providing learning opportunities aligned with the core competencies of curiosity, intuition, and reflection—offerings built around her dissertation research on psychological creativity within a coaching partnership. In addition, Marta provides coach supervision, mentor coaching, and training for coaches in the areas of design & facilitation, and psychological type.

In her very limited spare time, Marta is typically found playing with her grand-daughter, hiking or snowshoeing through the woods with her husband, enjoying a game of Rummikub, or trying to find the time to read more books.

You can learn more about Marta and her offerings at martakoonz.com, or connect with her on  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martakoonz/ 

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Robyn Greenspan, MS, ACC, CACP

President Elect

Robyn Greenspan, MS, ACC, CACP is President-Elect and Conference Chair for the chapter’s inaugural conference in Spring 2026. In these roles, she helps shape programming and experiences that reflect both the realities of coaching today and the direction of the profession ahead. Earlier in her ICF-CT Board service, she was Marketing Co-Director, where she focused on strengthening member engagement and chapter visibility. Being a member of the Board has been a rewarding way for her to contribute to a thoughtful, engaged community of peers.

In her coaching practice, Robyn works with individuals around ADHD, executive function and motivation. Her approach is practical, strengths-based, and grounded in neuroscience, helping clients reduce overwhelm and build momentum in ways that feel sustainable and human. She is especially known for helping people understand how their brains work — and how to work with them rather than against them.

Before becoming a coach, Robyn spent years designing and leading learning experiences across corporate and academic settings. She taught graduate-level leadership courses and directed large-scale professional development and global keynote training programs. That background continues to inform her coaching today, bringing clarity, curiosity and respect for different learning styles into everything she does.

Robyn is the founder of ADHD Coach Near You.
https://adhdcoachnearyou.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-greenspan/

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Stephanie Tishler, PCC

Immediate Past President

Stephanie Tishler, CPC, PCC, serves on the chapter's board as Immediate Past President because she deeply believes in the power of community, professional generosity, and raising the standard of coaching excellence. Through her board service, she hopes to strengthen member engagement, support credentialed coaches at every stage of their journey, and help cultivate a chapter culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and shared growth. 

In her coaching practice, Stephanie supports motivated professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. She combines a deep understanding of organizational dynamics with practical tools and frameworks, helping clients enhance leadership skills, improve communication, and choose or build thriving careers or businesses.


 For more about Stephanie's coaching, visit tishlercoachingservices.com, or connect with her on LinkedIn: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-tishler-cpc-pcc-307237/


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Lauren Krasnow, PCC

Secretary

 

As Chapter Secretary for ICF-Connecticut, Lauren Krasnow (JD, PCC) values the chapter for what it offers every member: genuine community, trusted peer relationships, and a space to keep growing as a coach.

 

Lauren is an executive coach and professional speaker who works with senior-level leaders.  With especially deep expertise in the legal profession, her clients include law firm partners, managing partners, chairs, and corporate legal department heads. She writes the Fully Human Lawyer™ column for The American Lawyer and has been recognized as a Global 100 Leader in Legal Strategy & Consulting by Lawdragon yearly since 2023.

 

A former practicing attorney and legal recruiter, Lauren brings real-world context that resonates with leaders facing high-stakes challenges. She holds a business degree with high honors from Wharton, a JD with honors from University of Michigan Law School, a coach certification from iPEC, and ADHD coach training from MentorCoach LLC.

 

Lauren lives in West Hartford, Connecticut with her husband and older kids and their beloved dog Ozzie.  She considers her ICF-CT involvement one of the best decisions she’s ever made — and is happy to tell you why.

Laurenkrasnow.com * http://linkedin.com/in/laurenkrasnow

 

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Lynda Mettler, PCC

Credentialing Support Director & Interim Treasurer
Lynda Mettler serves as Credentialing Support Director, guiding members through the credentialing process, and keeping the Chapter up to date on procedural changes. She also serves as the Chapter’s Interim Treasurer and co-facilitator of the professional enrichment group, Applying Core Competencies to Promote Best Practices. Lynda brings practical insight and steady support to her work behind the scenes. She feels privileged to be part of such a dedicated board, and grateful for the chance to contribute to strengthening the coaching community.

Lynda’s coaching blends Internal Family Systems (IFS) with life coaching and mindfulness techniques. As an IFS Level-2 trained practitioner, she attunes to each client’s unique experiences, helping them break old patterns and feel more in control of their emotions and choices. Her practical, compassionate approach supports clients in gaining confidence and a stronger sense of self.

When not coaching or working with the board, Lynda can be found on the golf course, sometimes sinking great putts, sometimes swinging her way out of a bunker. Either way, she loves the challenge, fresh air, and reminder not to take herself too seriously.

For more about Lynda’s coaching, visit yourwisdomcoaching.com, or connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndamettler/

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Sharon Jacobson

On-Site Meeting Management Director
Sharon Jacobson holds the role of  In-Person Meeting Management on the ICF Board. This is her second term in this position. Her focus is to ensure that there is a safe and supportive space for members to engage and learn, and also work closely with the program speaker so that he/she feels prepared and confident on the day of the event. 

Sharon is a Co-Actively trained coach, and has spent the past 5 year leading the Sales Team within the Co-Active organization. She also has an Executive Coaching business called Re-Set Coaching. Building a strong connection with the client, and witnessing their success, no matter how big or small, reminds Sharon of what is most gratifying and energizing to her about coaching.

When not working, Sharon enjoys reading, gardening, and most of all, the beach. Spending time at the beach centers her and giving space to think and process what's happening in life! 


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Megan Lye, ACC

Programs, Education & Professional Development Director
Megan Lye serves as Programs Director for ICF Connecticut, supporting the planning and delivery of programs that foster connection, learning, and growth within the coaching community. She values the opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated board and contribute to strengthening the chapter through thoughtful, well-supported programming.

She is an ACC-credentialed coach and Certified Professional Coach (CPC) trained through iPEC, Megan is the founder of Mom Life and All the Things, where she supports mothers who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, and stretched thin. Having navigated the early days of motherhood herself—including miscarriages, fertility challenges, a NICU journey, and profound exhaustion—she deeply understands what it feels like to be in survival mode and longing to feel like yourself again. With a kind, caring, and supportive approach, Megan meets clients exactly where they are, helping them create simple systems and routines that reduce overwhelm and allow them to be more present, confident, and grounded in everyday life.

When she’s not coaching or supporting ICF CT, Megan enjoys spending time with her two year old daughter, (2) rescue dogs and traveling with her husband; you’ll often find her on a cruise or walking the magical streets of Disney.

For more information about Megan please visit her website - meganlye.com or connect with her on social media @meganelizabethlye and LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-lye/

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Carolina M. Mata, ACC, BCC

Culture & Belonging Director
Carolina Mata leads the ICF Connecticut's Culture and Belonging Committee,  and focuses on  weaving inclusion into everything we do so every member feels welcomed and connected to our chapter community.

Carolina Mata partners with executives and emerging leaders in self-discovery and defining paths for forward progress, helping them uncover and evolve their authentic leadership presence. With over 30 years of experience supporting leaders and transforming organizational culture across healthcare, professional services, and Fortune 500 organizations including IBM, Johnson & Johnson, and Pfizer, she brings deep understanding of the challenges today's leaders face.

Carolina's coaching philosophy centers on self-awareness as the foundation for leadership. She is passionate about helping managers discover their genuine style, enabling them to build culture and inspire teams through resonant, authentic communication and confidence. Her approach begins by establishing clear coaching goals and then supporting clients to gain clarity, build capacity, and chart their unique path in an ever-changing workplace.

Carolina holds ACC and BCC credentials and is certified in DiSC and ProfileXT assessments. She teaches communication at Post University and was named a Top Woman in Communications by Ragan Communications (2026).

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Naomi Rafalowicz, PCC

Membership Director
 Naomi Rafalowicz serves as the Membership Director for ICF CT.  Naomi has been welcoming and engaging members for the past 5 years.  Her role is to welcome all our coaches in their initial interactions with our chapter, to help our members feel a part of this community of coaches. It is also to inspire member engagement, to increase connectivity, contribution, and renewals, leading to chapter growth.

 Naomi’s greatest joy is connecting members with each other and finding out what members are looking for from the chapter.  Membership is about engagement, whether that is in person, virtually or in a 1:1 connection.  Being a member of the board has brought so much growth, connection and a true sense of purpose in growing and supporting the chapter.

Naomi describes herself as a self-discovery and life purpose coach.  Her joy is partnering with women to reconnect to their true essence, especially after a life change such as retirement, empty nest or divorce.  Naomi loves helping women who know they are holding themselves back, and don’t know why.  She can be found at mindspiritcoaching.com.




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Jean Stetz-Puchalski, PCC, ACTC        

Technology Director

Jean Stetz-Puchalski serves as the technology team lead and guides the Chapter’s digital transformation—evolving how technology supports strategic goals, strengthens Board collaboration, and creates welcoming, seamless experiences for members. In this role she strives to make tech relatable for coaches and is developing Chapter resources from ICF ethical and best practice standards to help guide human centered AI partnerships. Her hope is to inspire a deeper awareness of how AI/technology in coaching shows up in practice to support coaches and clients. 


Jean is Managing Principal of Individual Differences at Work, LLC, where coaching is at the heart of her practice. As a leadership and team coach, behavioral assessment professional, and organizational development  consultant, her work centers on cultivating leaders and teams who grow organizations.  Jean works with private clients and as a strategic business partner for organizations, often coaching leaders and teams around mindset and behavioral shifts key to leading larger, more complex teams at times of organizational expansion and transition. Jean is also an ICF coach educator and Level One MBSR teacher, supporting coaches on their developmental journey by providing mentor coaching, coach supervision, and mindfulness practices. Jean serves on the Society of Industrial Organizational Psychology (SIOP) Work Smart team leveraging I-O science to create smarter and more efficient workplaces. Outside the office, Jean is either working on community sustainability projects with her fellow Master Gardeners or is in her garden, her favorite place to recharge and reconnect. 

 

For more information about Jean's practice, please visit her website - www.idatwork.com or connect with her on LinkedIn Jean Stetz-Puchalski | LinkedIn


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