Meeting Summary for MCC Special Interest Group (SIG) Webinar # 1-6Feb2026 Quick recap The meeting focused on establishing a special interest group for Master Certified Coaches (MCCs) in Australia and New Zealand, with discussions about the value and role of MCC credentials in coaching practices. Participants shared their personal experiences and motivations for pursuing MCC certification, highlighting the transformational journey and benefits of continuous learning. The group explored ways to improve the MCC program and discussed the evolving role of MCCs in an AI-driven world, concluding with plans for future webinars and sessions to further discuss these topics and explore potential collaborations. Summary Australasian MCC Special Interest Group The meeting focused on establishing a special interest group for ICF Master Certified Coaches (MCCs) in Australia and New Zealand. The organizer, who has been in Australia for 30 years, expressed the goal of creating a unique forum for MCCs to share wisdom and address limitations not covered by ICF. After two information sessions, event dates will be published, though not all participants may attend every session. The group discussed what members love about coaching and being MCCs, withxxsharing her background as a former actor who found coaching after a transformative stage experience, whilexxexpressed uncertainty about renewing her MCC credentialing due to limited perceived value. MCC Experiences and Global Impact Two coachesshared their experiences with achieving their Master Certified Coach (MCC) credentials, highlighting the value of these certifications in their coaching practices, particularly in international markets. They discussed how their roles have evolved post-MCC, focusing more on coaching education, mentoring, and supervision, while emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and connection with other MCC coaches. One coachexpressed his hope for the group to foster wider connections among MCC coaches and serve as a platform for mutual learning and growth. MCC Community Connection Discussion The group discussed their experiences and motivations for pursuing MCC (Master Coach Certification) and their interest in connecting with other MCCs.
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MCCSummary for MCC Special Interest Group [SIG] IntroWebinar#2–16 February 2026 Quick Recap: Purpose of the meeting was to bring together current Master Certified Coaches across Australasia to gauge thoughts, input and commentary towards establishing a Special Interest Group run by MCCs for MCCs. A place where coachpractitionerscan continue their learning and growth, with like- level colleagues across ANZ. The meeting focused on establishing a special interest group for Master Certified Coaches (MCCs) in Australia and New Zealand,which includeddiscussion about the value and role of MCC credentials in coaching practicesand importantly, what comes after it. Summary The meeting focused on discussions about group coaching approaches and ICF membership value, with participants exploring deeper systemic topics and the evolving nature of coaching competencies beyond current frameworks. Participants shared experiences about finding safe spaces for learning and connection, particularly for MCCs navigating their certification journey, while also discussing the importance of ongoing professional development and peer learning. The group addressed technical meeting logistics andconcluded with plans for future sessions, emphasizing the value of continued engagement and knowledge sharing among coaches. Method-Driven Group Discussion Approach One coachexpressed a preference for a more in-depth, method-driven approach to group discussions, emphasizing the importance of systemic topics like AI's impact on organizations and society, rather than individual applications.Theysuggested that such discussions could provide valuable insights applicable across various contexts, leveraging the collective expertise of the group. ICF Membership Value Discussion The discussion focused on the value and evolution of ICF membership, with one MCC expressing doubt about renewing her membership due to a perceived lack of personal benefit.Another coachemphasized the importance of discussing how Master Certified Coaches continue to evolve their practices and maintain mastery in their craft, suggesting that such conversations could be valuable for the group.