Free Speakers Dallas-Fort Worth forms partnership with the International Coaching Federation North Texas Chapter (ICF-NT)
Free Speakers, a pro bono speaker’s bureau in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, has formed a partnership with the International Coaching Federation North Texas Chapter (ICF-NT) which includes the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area. Free Speakers is a pro bono speaker’s bureau and community service project that provides speakers to area groups. The speaker’s bureau is 100 percent free for groups and organizations that need speakers.
The partnership benefits both ICF-NT members and the Dallas-Fort Worth community. ICF-NT members are invited to join the Free Speakers DFW speaker’s bureau for free, providing them with new opportunities to share their professional expertise and build their visibility.
In return, the DFW area immediately benefits from the influx of credentialed, professional coaches who are now available to provide free, high-quality educational presentations and workshops to civic groups, non-profits, businesses, and community organizations across the Metroplex.
“This partnership allows us to deliver high-impact speeches from professional coaches directly to non-profits and community groups, fulfilling our mission to advance the practice of coaching while serving the DFW community,” said Sheryl Chacko, director of alliances with ICF-NT. “Not only are our members invited to join Free Speakers, but ICF-NT will be educating groups on our mission and the value of coaching.”
“We have many ICF coaches in our sister speaker’s bureaus across the country who are excellent speakers and who are requested often,” said Andy Richardson, director of Free Speakers. “Partnering with ICF-NT will bring new speakers into our Dallas-Fort Worth speaker’s bureau and expand our offerings to the greater community.”
About ICF-NT
ICF-NT is a coaching community dedicated to advancing the art, science, and practice of professional coaching, and is recognized as the first charter chapter of the International Coaching Federation (ICF). As a recipient of multiple ICF Chapter of Excellence Awards, ICF-NT serves more than 200 coaching professionals in the North Texas area. To learn more about ICF-NT, visit https://icfnt.clubexpress.com/
About Free Speakers
Free Speakers is a pro-bono speaker’s bureau that began in Chicago and has been providing free speakers to groups and businesses since 1996. The bureau operates in seven cities including Dallas-Fort Worth which officially launched on August 8, 2025.
To request a pro bono speaker, visit Free Speakers’ speaker list in DFW.
Frequently Asked Questions: Free Speakers DFW & ICF-NT Partnership
How can professional coaches in Dallas-Fort Worth find free speaking opportunities?
Professional coaches can access free speaking opportunities through the Free Speakers Dallas Fort-Worth – A Pro Bono Speaker’s Bureau, which has recently partnered with the International Coaching Federation North Texas Chapter (ICF-NT). This partnership allows credentialed coaches to list their profiles for free and connect with local civic groups, non-profits, and businesses looking for expert educational presentations and workshops.
What are the benefits for ICF North Texas members joining a pro bono speaker’s bureau?
ICF-NT members benefit from increased professional visibility and the ability to share their coaching expertise with a wider DFW audience. By joining the Free Speakers DFW, coaches can build their personal brand, practice new keynote topics, and contribute to the community while fulfilling the ICF mission of advancing professional coaching standards.
How does the Free Speakers and ICF-NT partnership benefit Dallas-Fort Worth organizations?
The partnership provides DFW organizations with direct access to a curated pool of credentialed, professional coaches who provide high-quality speeches at no cost. Community groups, non-profits, and businesses can now book experts on topics like leadership, communication, and professional development through a 100% free community service project.
What topics can ICF coaches present to groups in the North Texas area?
ICF coaches in the North Texas area offer a wide range of professional topics, including leadership development, building a coaching culture, leading through change, and conversational capacity. Because these speakers are professional coaches, their presentations often function as high-impact workshops that provide actionable value to community and business audiences.
How do I request a professional coach for a free speaking engagement in DFW?
To request a speaker, visit the Free Speakers DFW website at dallas-fort-worth.freespeakers.org. The process is entirely free for the hosting organization. You can browse the directory of available speakers to find the right match for your event’s theme and audience.