Creating Connection: Clients, Community and Self
We're seeking innovative workshops that align with one or more of these key themes:
Need inspiration?
Click on each theme for some workshop examples. But don't be afraid to think outside the box! We're excited to see your unique approach.
Let's shape the future of gay coaching together!
Click on each component for examples of workshops that may be appropriate. Please use this as a guide only and feel free to be creative.
- Crafting messages that connect with your target client
- Constructing and closing sales calls with potential clients
- Use of AI/technology enhance how you connect with clients
- Finding the places to connect with potential clients - online and/or in person
- Using social media effectively to engage with potential clients
- Creating connections with others who can help you build your business (why and how)
Guidelines for Presenters: 2026
- Your topic must fit into at least one of the conference sub-categories listed above and align with GCA values and interests, specified in the first section of this page.
- You are an effective presenter and can engage and sustain audience interest throughout the session.
- Your content is relevant and customized to the coaching profession and GCA members.
- You have already registered or plan to register to attend the 2026 International Gay Coaches Conference at Easton Mountain in person. Registration to attend is paid for by the attendee.
- Speakers understand the engagement is NOT paid.
- All workshops must be stand-alone sessions. The promotion of other sessions and services delivered by the coach (and any organization they may represent) outside of the conference is strictly prohibited. This is not an opportunity for selling.
- The speaker does not have to be an ICF certified coach. However, they should hold recognized coaching qualifications and have a clear understanding of what coaching is, as defined by the ICF (link to https://coachingfederation.org/about). We also welcome perspectives from allied professions that may be of interest to coaches, specifically gay coaches.
- 75 minutes in total will be allotted for delivery of each session.
- Submissions will be reviewed by the conference committee and sessions will only be approved after you have registered to attend the conference. You will be notified whether your submission has been successful following the closing date for submissions, which is Friday 12th December 2025.
Thank you for your interest.
For questions or assistance with your application or conference content idea please contact Matthew LeBaron at matthewtlebaron@gmail.com or text (917) 545-0087