Recommend a nominee
Help identify the Academy’s next leaders by submitting a nomination recommendation.
Due April 1, 2027, at 12:00 a.m. EDT.
2027 Leadership Nominations & Elections
The Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy is powered by members like you. Your vote helps shape the future of our specialty and ensures our leadership reflects the voices, values, and priorities of our physical therapy specialty.
2027 Leadership Nominations & Elections
Help lead what
comes next.
Your experience can help shape the future of pelvic health physical therapy. Recommend a colleague for leadership or take the next step after accepting your nomination.
Where could you make an impact?
Help guide the Academy, support future leaders, or connect members who share your clinical interests. Review each position’s responsibilities and qualifications before beginning the nomination process.
Positions on the 2027 ballot
Vice President1 seat · February 2028–February 2031View responsibilities & qualifications → Director-at-Large2 seats · February 2028–February 2031View responsibilities & qualifications → Nominating Committee Member1 seat · February 2028–February 2031View responsibilities & qualifications → Pediatric Health SIG Director2 seats · February 2028–February 2030View responsibilities & qualifications → Male Health SIG Director2 seats · February 2028–February 2030View responsibilities & qualifications → Pregnancy & Postpartum SIG Director2 seats · February 2028–February 2030View responsibilities & qualifications → PT/PTA Early-Career SIG Director1 seat · February 2028–February 2030View responsibilities & qualifications →
SIG = Special Interest Group.
From recommendation to application
Know someone who would bring a valuable perspective to Academy leadership? Start with a nomination recommendation. Nominees who accept then complete an application.
Complete your application
If you accept your nomination, submit a nominee application to be considered for the election slate.
Due April 1, 2027, at 12:00 a.m. EDT.
Plan ahead for the midnight deadline.
12:00 a.m. EDT on April 1 is the start of April 1. Submit your materials before March 31 ends.
12:00 a.m. EDT on April 1 is the start of April 1. Submit your materials before March 31 ends.
Questions about the process? Contact the Academy.
Considering Board service?
Explore the expectations and reflect on how your experience aligns with a leadership role.
2027 election timeline
Keep these milestones in mind as you prepare to nominate, apply, and vote.
- April 1, 2027Nominations & applications close
Due at 12:00 a.m. EDT. The Nominating Committee then reviews and interviews candidates. - May 15, 2027Meet the candidates
Profiles and video statements are published. Members are invited to submit questions. - June 1, 2027Member questions due
Candidates begin recording responses to member-submitted questions. - June 12, 2027Check your membership
Renew or confirm your Academy membership before voting begins. - June 15, 2027Voting opens
Eligible members receive voting invitations by email. Candidate responses are published. - July 15, 2027Voting closes at 4 p.m. EDT
The committee begins notifying candidates during the following week. Results are expected to be announced to members within approximately one week. - February 1, 2028Orientation complete
Newly elected leaders complete online orientation by this date. - February 2028New terms begin
Elected leaders take office at the close of the Academy’s Annual Membership Meeting.
The Nominating Committee may adjust this timeline.
Get ready to vote
The 2027 election runs June 15–July 15. Review the candidates, check your membership, and watch your inbox for your voting invitation.
Who can vote?
Academy Physical Therapist (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) members in good standing are eligible to vote. International Partner Subscribers are not eligible.
For questions about eligibility for your membership category, contact the Academy.
How will I access my ballot?
When voting opens on June 15, eligible members will receive a unique voting link and access key by email. Follow the instructions in your invitation to access your ballot.
What if my membership is expiring?
If your membership will expire before or during the election, renew by June 12, 2027, to help ensure you receive your voting invitation.
When can I learn about the candidates?
Candidate profiles and video statements are scheduled to be published May 15, 2027. Submit your questions by June 1; candidate responses are scheduled for publication when voting opens June 15.
Make an impact. Grow along the way.
Leadership offers a chance to give back, build relationships, and help move the profession forward. Hear from members who have taken that step.
Christine A. Cabelka
Christine shares how a desire to strengthen research’s voice within the Academy led her to elected leadership.
Read Christine’s story →Darla B. Cathcart
Darla reflects on colleagues who encouraged her to serve and the volunteers who helped shape her early experience.
Read Darla’s story →Matt Harville
Matt describes the inspiration he found in bringing members and experts together through a SIG event.
Read Matt’s story →“I found my professional home in the Academy of Pelvic Health. I knew I wanted to get involved to help advance pelvic health and to give back to an organization that had given me so much in return.”
Kristi Kliebert, MPT, DPT
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