board of directors

President - Richard Brown, PCC, CPCC
The President leads the Board of Directors, ensuring compliance with bylaws and ICF global, and focusing the board on its vision for the organization. President serves as the chapter's spokesperson and back-stops where needed. Responsible for designing and running the monthly board meetings.

Richard Brown coaches driven individuals who care about impact, including leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs. As a non-directively focused coach, Richard is sharpened by working with a broad range of clients and client objectives. Some of his favorites include organizational health and efficacy, women in leadership, environmental tech and advocacy, health professionals, and first responders. 

Richard brings a combination of high IQ and EQ, an instinct for untangling complexities, and a creative multifaceted approach; all enhanced by a 35+ year study of behavioral science, neuroscience, and meditative traditions.

Richard is credentialled as a PCC with the ICF and is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach through Co-Active Training Institute. For more: https://www.RichardBrownCoaching.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/RichardBrownCoaching/

Ways to connect with Richard:
Email Richard at president@ICFNE.org.

Past-President - Liz Myers
The Past-President ensures continuity from one year to the next, offering institutional knowledge, historical context, and mentoring to the president and board when needed.

Liz Myers is an executive coach and consultant specializing in leadership development and team effectiveness. Her superpower is giving structure to the intangible, blending practical, actionable steps towards progress with the wisdom that comes with a conscious inner journey.

Liz earned a Master's degree from Stanford University in engineering and earned her PCC coach credential with the International Coaching Federation.

Ways to connect with Liz: 

Email Liz at past-president@ICFNE.org.

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President-Elect - Geneva Cooper
The President-Elect sits on the board to prepare to lead as president the following year, allowing time to learn from the current president and understand how the board functions. Historically, the president-elect implements the Ignite Initiative.

As a corporate professional for nearly 25 years, the richest part of my career has been finding, developing, and utilizing my strengths as a coach, along with the breadth of my skillset to support others in their careers. My skills have allowed me to amplify my voice as a leader and champion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, which I love.

As I have had the privilege of leading the ICFNE Chapter’s Team and Group Coaching Community of Practice, I am looking for even greater ways to contribute to the chapter and the coaching industry. As it is important for me to lead by example, being in the role of President- Elect will allow me to develop additional skills, while simultaneously driving my commitment to my personal coaching practice. I believe my years of experience as a mom and corporate professional will be of great service to the chapter, adding new perspective and multiplying the chapter’s impact.

Ways to connect with Geneva:
Email Geneva at president-elect@ICFNE.org.

Secretary - Sheila Murray
Responsible for the chapter's record-keeping and our filing and standing with the State of Massachusetts. Management of board meeting minutes and organization of our file storage infrastructure, as well as responding to and relaying general inquiries.

Sheila is passionate about empowering individuals and groups to become more resourced, resilient, and effective in their lives. As an ICF Professional Certified Coach, Yoga Instructor, Reiki practitioner, and wellness retreat leader, she integrates a variety of healing modalities to help people transform on a body, mind, and soul level. Sheila deeply believes that prioritizing mental health and well-being not only enriches individual lives, but also creates a powerful ripple effect—positively influencing families, workplaces, and entire communities.

Sheila lives in Portsmouth, NH with her husband and two silly rescue dogs. She is always looking for the next adventure - a long run, a sunrise ocean dip, going to the climbing gym, and building She Flows Collective 


Ways to connect with Sheila:

Email Sheila at secretary@ICFNE.org.

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Treasurer - Katie Conway
Holds fiduciary responsibility on behalf of the board and chapter. Responsibilities include managing the budget, reimbursing board members’ expenses and managing the approval and release of funds. The treasurer is supported by a professional accountant.

Katie Conway is an executive coach and leadership strategist with decades of experience helping leaders grow with purpose and achieve results. As founder of Fearless Success Partners, she blends strategic insight with deep presence, guiding clients to navigate complexity, lead with clarity, and make bold decisions without compromising their values. Her background includes senior roles in human resources and accounting, with a focus on organizational strategy, resource management, and business growth in both startups and global firms. She holds an ACC credential from the International Coaching Federation and CPC, ELI-MP certifications from iPEC Coaching.

Ways to connect with Katie: 

Email Katie at treasurer@ICFNE.org.

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VP of Membership - Heidi Dalaklis
Serves as the main point of contact for members. Responsibilities include onboarding new members and addressing member questions, along with membership categories, member benefits, and the health of member engagement.

Heidi Dalaklis is a certified executive coach who specializes in helping her clients enhance their leadership skills and work through career transitions. With her warm demeanor and instinctive curiosity, Heidi’s supportive style enables her clients to uncover new insights, ideas, and develop strategies that achieve results.

Heidi holds her Bachelor of Science degree from Babson College, her Master’s degree from Boston University, and earned her ACC credential with the International Coaching Federation. Heidi is also Hogan certified and holds additional certifications in Positive Psychology and Executive Leadership.

Ways to connect with Heidi:

Email Heidi at membership@ICFNE.org.

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VP of DEIB - Erica D'Eramo
Advocates for a diverse, inclusive, and equitable coaching community. Leads the DEI committee and is consulted on the integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the chapter activities.

Erica is an experienced coach and organizational development consultant. She is the founder of Two Piers Consulting, a Public Benefit Corporation with a mission of creating diverse and reflective workforces by unlocking, cultivating, and supporting talent. She believes that support for individuals is crucial and also that truly sustainable change is enabled at the organizational level. 

With a background in engineering and operations leadership, and as one of the few women in her field, Erica made it her life’s work to support individuals and organizations in accessing their full potential by removing barriers to opportunities and fostering diverse, representative workplaces with cultures based on inclusion, belonging, and equity. 

She holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University, an Executive MBA from the University of Texas at Austin, and holds the ICF Associate Certified Coach credential and the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SCP) credential. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Women Offshore Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit working to eliminate the gender gap on the water, as the Director of Development, and she actively volunteers as an English language tutor for New-Mainers relocating to the New England region. 

When she's not working with clients, Erica can be found on the yoga mat, teaching Yin and Vinyasa classes in her local community, or hanging out with her four cats, her flock of chickens, or her supportive partner. 

Erica's goal for her time on the Board of Directors for ICFNE is to provide guidance, support, and expertise as the chapter continues to embed the values of DEIB into its operations, while also facilitating the continued efforts of the DEI committee and programming to make resources and educational materials accessible to the ICFNE coaching community. 

Ways to connect with Erica: 

Email Erica at  deib@ICFNE.org.

Co-VP of Education and Professional Development - Alicia Rule
Co-VP role to manage and execute chapter continuing education programs, along with a committee of volunteers. Responsibilities include choosing speakers in accordance with chapter priorities and DEI mission, oversee the CEU approval from the ICF for educational events, coordinate and recruit volunteers.

Alicia Rule is a leadership and team development coach who decodes hidden patterns keeping organizations trapped in superficial change. With 15+ years spanning crisis response, federal transformation, and international development, she builds collaborative ecosystems where authentic dialogue surfaces root causes and accelerates decision velocity.

Alicia earned her Education Specialist degree in Human & Organizational Learning from The George Washington University and holds the Associate Certified Coach credential with the International Coaching Federation. She is currently pursuing her Individual Team Coaching Award (ITCA) credential, expected 2026.

Ways to connect with Alicia:

Email Alicia at education@ICFNE.org.

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Co-VP of Education and Professional Development - Sue Keller
Co-VP role to manage and execute chapter continuing education programs, along with a committee of volunteers. Responsibilities include choosing speakers in accordance with chapter priorities and DEI mission, oversee the CEU approval from the ICF for educational events, coordinate and recruit volunteers.

Dr. Sue Keller is a coach specializing in midlife transitions, helping individuals and groups transform challenges in career, relationships, and family life into purposeful, fulfilling next chapters. Her approach blends deep listening, strategic action, and a belief in everyone’s ability to live their best life.

With nearly 35 years of experience in dentistry, Sue brings expertise in oral health prevention, dental wellness coaching, and healthcare advocacy. She is a Harvard graduate, earned her DMD from UConn, and is an ICF Associate Certified Coach, trained through the Hornick School of Coaching. She is currently studying the use of Internal Family Systems (IFS) in coaching.

Sue has held leadership roles in oral health equity and child wellness initiatives, and currently chairs the Valley District Dental Society’s Social and Wellness Committee. An active volunteer and community contributor, she also supports the arts and public health.

In her spare time, Sue rows, hikes, plays symphonic bass, rides her motorcycle, performs musical improv, is learning to sail, and volunteers at Tanglewood. She’s even skydived—twice!

Ways to connect with Sue:

Email Sue at education@ICFNE.org.

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VP of Marketing & Communications - Aaron Bart
Manages chapter's communications calendar and creation of monthly member newsletter. Partners with Board members on all communication needs, and manages chapter website and social media strategy. Oversees the chapter’s marketing and public relations strategy.

Aaron spent 20 years in advertising, building and leading creative teams, and mentoring creative talent at large agencies. He pivoted to leadership development coaching to inspire younger leaders to cultivate a sense of purpose, confidence, clarity of vision, and sound moral values that lead to productive habits and personal growth.

Aaron's approach draws from his experience in leadership roles at growth marketing and creative agencies, along with the writings of Brene Brown, Adam Grant, Carol Dwek, and Simon Sinek. His coaching encourages clients to be curious and open to changing beliefs, shifting from a fixed to a growth mindset. He also helps clients develop strategic thinking, relationship management, creative problem-solving, and mindful communication skills. Aaron's approach aims to motivate participants to engage in more connected and deeper listening to surface diverse approaches to strategy and to promote authentic ways of showing up in professional relationships.

Aaron received his BA in Political Science from Oberlin College, and an MA in International Relations from Yale University. He is currently pursuing an ICF coaching credentials.

Ways to connect with Aaron: 

Email Aaron at marketing@ICFNE.org.

VP of Volunteer Community - Nirva Mentor, ACC
Seeks and organizes volunteers for various projects and opportunities that board members might need or that the organization might have to offer. Coordinates the Massachusetts Conference for Women involvement in which ICF New England has been privileged to participate.

Nirva Mentor is an ICF-certified career coach , recruiter, and entrepreneur with a passion for helping others navigate career transitions while protecting their mental wellness. She holds a BA in Developmental Psychology and an MBA, and began her career in outpatient counseling before transitioning into recruitment, where she has spent the past 10 years across various industries. Nirva is the founder of NM Career Coaching, where she supports individuals through professional pivots, and Mobile Serves by Nirvs, a mobile bartending business that brings creativity and celebration to special events.

During her free time, Nirva enjoys being outdoors-especially at the beach, traveling, exploring new restaurants in the city and spending quality time with her goldendoodle, Benji. She is committed to helping people pursue ambitious careers without sacrificing their personal well-being.

Ways to connect with Nirva:

Email Nirva at volunteer@ICFNE.org.

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VP of Sponsorship - Peter Anderson
Manages and promotes ICF New England's sponsor partnership offerings, representing the chapter to organizations interested in getting their brands in front of members. Coordinates with Communications & Marketing and various other board roles to execute sponsor partnership agreements, which include placing sponsor assets, graphics, links, articles, and other information in our communication channels.

After more than two decades of professional and leadership success in higher education and global education, Peter had burned out his candle on both ends. A family move back to the NorthEast in 2019 gave him a push to reimagine life as an executive coach and consultant. Peter specializes in working with high knowledge professionals who need to learn to lead people too. For organizations and teams, he offers human-centered learning & development programs (emotional intelligence, sense-making, organizational mindfulness), group coaching, and facilitated dialogue (trained in inter-group, nonviolent communication, and convergent facilitation methods). His leadership and executive coaching is focused on EI, mindfulness, and wise-minded leadership. He's a certified executive coach through the global Center for Executive Coaching, holds the PCC credential, is a certified Genos International EI practitioner, a U.N. Habitat certified facilitator, and collaborates as a SME in emotional intelligence with the Institute for Organizational Science and Mindfulness, for which he is a Facilitator and Teacher.

Peter is rooted in Burlington, Vermont but works nationally. He has helped raise three amazing humans to free-range adulthood. He loves TTRPGs, board games, pickleball, and kayaking on Lake Champlain. When he's not doing any of these things or hanging out with his spouse or pets, he's probably making playlists for the HIIT cycle classes he teaches. He LOVES to meet new people - please send him a note to connect!

Ways to connect with Peter:

Email Peter at sponsorship@ICFNE.org.

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