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Jason Jones ICF-MN fills my bucket!! I look forward to the in person meetings to connect with my tribe of coaches and enjoy the way of being only coaches embody. It energizes me. https://s3.amazonaws.com/ClubExpressClubFiles/907122/graphics/Jason_Jones_1992631113.jpg
Bev Lutz ICF membership provides incredible professional networking opportunities, professional and personal growth, and opportunities to explore my strengths as I volunteer in service of my profession.  My chapter really helps me stay current with coaching, thought leadership, and learn-n-earn (CEU’s) from professional development events.  But it’s the supportive coach-friends and collaborators who have made membership for me priceless. //s3.amazonaws.com/ClubExpressClubFiles/907122/graphics/BevLutz1_669008720.jpg

Irene Kelly

Being a member of ICF offers me the opportunity for certification by the industry professional standard bearer; being a member of ICF Minnesota connects me to my professional peers for networking and collaboration.  Membership in both establishes me as “credible” and provides me opportunities to learn and grow.

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Mary Kay Delvo  

Being a member of ICF-Minnesota helps me continue to bring my 'best self' to my clients.

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Trish Perry ICF-MN gives me a place to authentically connect and share with other coaches. I have created long lasting friendships, collaborations and mentorships that have profoundly enriched my life and my business. //s3.amazonaws.com/ClubExpressClubFiles/907122/graphics/Trish_Perry_25161695.jpg
Ann Marie Forshay ICF MN has provided me with crucial connections to other entrepreneurs and colleagues who share similar goals and challenges in their businesses. It's a welcoming place full of great ideas that have moved me forward both professionally and personally. //s3.amazonaws.com/ClubExpressClubFiles/907122/graphics/Ann_Marie_Forshay_1469170036.jpg
Sara Krisher ICF Minnesota is the place to be if you're a coach or you're interested in the coaching profession. We come together to connect, grow and give because we are stronger together than we are apart. //s3.amazonaws.com/ClubExpressClubFiles/907122/graphics/Sara_Socwell_63997586.jpg
Lance Hazzard I chose to get involved with the ICF Minnesota Chapter to be part of a community of coaches who help our clients grow and achieve their goals. This organization brings great content to our coaching community and enables opportunities to learn and collaborate in multiple ways. //s3.amazonaws.com/ClubExpressClubFiles/907122/graphics/Lance_Hazzard_1065569928.jpg






Member Bio

James E Willenbring 
(He/Him/His)

The Bailey Group  CEO, Executive Coach
Saint Paul, MN
jim@willenbringconsulting.com
6127707445

Contact Information

288
Saint Paul, MN
jim@willenbringconsulting.com
6127707445
6127707445
The Bailey Group
CEO, Executive Coach
1/27/2021

Personal Information

Additional Information

Yes
PCC
Business
Co-Active Training Institute (CTI)
Certified by a professional coach training school
Master's degree
University of Minnesota
Yes

Biography

As CEO and Partner at The Bailey Group, I am responsible for the strategic direction and innovation of a leading regional leadership development firm. We specialize in CEO advising, leadership team development, and executive coaching and leverage our unique expertise in both business and behavioral science to help leaders lead what’s next. My mission is to apply my deep business and innovation skills with my expert coaching to help transform and grow leaders and their organizations.


I bring 30+ years of experience from Medtronic, where I held executive leadership positions in business and marketing and spearheaded innovative global initiatives in service and product development within the medical technology sector.


I have been a senior executive coach for over 10 years and have a deep background in engineering and proficiency in innovation, strategy, marketing, commercial analytics, and coaching excellence. Beyond my coaching and leadership of The Bailey Group, I am deeply engaged in academia and community service, teaching leadership skills through the University of Minnesota Carlson School’s Executive Education and serving on various executive boards. I hold an M.S. Degree in Scientific and Technical Communication and a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from the University of Minnesota and am recognized as a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach and a Professional Certified Coach by the International Coaching Federation.