5th Bi-Annual International
Columbia Coaching Conference
October 14-16, 2025
Columbia University, NYC
Theme: High-Impact Coaching: In an Era of Hybrid Intelligence
The 5th International Columbia Coaching Conference returns in 2025 as an in-person, bi-annual gathering hosted by Columbia University’s Coaching Center of Excellence, a globally recognized institution dedicated to advancing coaching education and research. This premier global forum brings together over 500 thought leaders, professional coaches, scholar-practitioners, academics, researchers and industry professionals from Human Resources (HR), Learning and Development (L&D), and Organizational Development (OD), across sectors, to explore cutting-edge research, innovative practices, and complex questions in executive and organizational coaching.
This year’s theme, “High-Impact Coaching: In an Era of Hybrid Intelligence,” explores Hybrid Intelligence—the evolving collaboration between human and artificial intelligence—and its role in shaping the future of coaching. We’ll examine how coaching practices are being redefined in an increasingly tech-augmented world through a dynamic, intimate experience designed for meaningful networking, fresh insights, and real-world impact.
About
Who Should Attend?
Executive coaches, HR, OD and L&D professionals
Leadership consultants and organizational leaders
Leadership and organizational development scholars and researchers
Those curious about the future of coaching in an AI-augmented world
Join us as we lead the global conversation on the evolution of coaching—and shape what comes next.
500+
global thought leaders, scholars and practitioners in executive and organization coaching.
Hybrid Intelligence in Coaching
Together, we will explore how experimentation and new forms of learning emerge at the intersection of human and artificial intelligence, including:
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Highlighting what is uniquely human about coaching—from the practice of executive and organizational coaching to coach education and training, supervision, and research
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Expanding our knowledge of, and fluency with, AI tools and platforms relevant to coaching
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Exploring real-world examples of hybrid intelligence-informed coaching that intentionally integrates human expertise with AI-enabled insight
This is not a crowded industry expo—it’s a focused, dynamic environment for professional growth, experimentation, and community. Past attendees have represented leading companies, organization and industries.
A Curated Experience
The 2025 conference features:
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Keynotes, panels, and paper presentations from leading global scholars and practitioners
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Research on cutting-edge tools and applications of AI in coaching
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Experiential learning sessions and live coaching demonstrations
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Customized breakout sessions and networking events designed for depth
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An intimate setting intentionally curated for meaningful connection and high-impact collaboration
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Networking with peers from global organizations and institutions
Why it Matters
As AI continues to transform how leaders grow and organizations evolve, Columbia’s Coaching Conference serves as the leading global platform for exploring the future of executive and organizational coaching through the lens of Hybrid Intelligence.
The 2025 program invites critical dialogue, hands-on experimentation, and cross-sector collaboration.
About the Columbia Coaching Center of Excellence
The Coaching Center of Excellence at Columbia University is a globally recognized hub for coaching research, education, and professional development. It includes the Columbia Coaching Certification Program (3CP), the Columbia Coaching Learning Association (CCLA), and the Columbia Coaching Program Fellows. Together, these initiatives advance the field of coaching by creating value for individuals, groups, and organizations through rigorous learning, knowledge exchange, and applied practice.
About the Columbia Coaching Certification Program (3CP)
The Columbia Coaching Conference is an outgrowth of the 3CP, widely recognized as the preeminent program for educating and developing executive coaches. Since 2007, nearly 900 coaches from over 40 countries have completed this rigorous graduate-level curriculum, earning Columbia Executive Coaching Certification.
About the Columbia Coaching Learning Association (CCLA)
CCLA is the premier global network for Columbia-certified coaching professionals—positioned at the intersection of academic excellence, real-world practice, and bold innovation. We empower coaches to elevate their impact through lifelong learning, meaningful connection, and a trusted link to 3CP.