Nominations & Elections

✅ View the 2025 Election Results - Welcome Our Newly Elected Leaders!

Welcome to the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy's 2025 Nominations and Elections cycle! As a member-driven professional association, we believe in the importance of identifying and developing our future leaders. Our Nominating Committee diligently works each year to create a diverse slate of candidates for all available elected positions. Your involvement in this process ensures that the Academy continues to thrive and innovate in the field of pelvic health physical therapy. Explore this page to learn more about the election timeline, how you can get involved, and the exciting opportunities that await you as a leader in our community. Join us in shaping the future of pelvic health physical therapy. Your voice matters! 

Voting Instructions

On June 1, 2025, active Academy of Pelvic Health members will receive an e-mail with voting instructions and a unique link to cast their vote. Make sure your Academy membership is active by May 25, 2025. Only current members will receive a unique voting link. Renew your membership or join today! If you joined or renewed your membership after May 25, 2025 or did not receive the email with voting instructions, please contact our office for assistance. 

• Elections Open: 3pm EST, June 1, 2025
• Elections Close: 3pm EST, July 1, 2025

Candidate Meet & Greets

• Student SIG Director Candidate Meet & Greet | Aired on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST (View Recording Here)
• PPSIG, MSIG, EPSIG Director Candidate Meet & Greet  | Aired on Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST (View Recording Here)
• National Board and Nominating Committee Candidate Meet & Greet  | Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST (View Recording Here)

Candidate Profiles

Note: Please note that the Academy did not receive any eligible nominations for the Nominating Committee Member position. Following this year's election, the Academy will appoint a member-at-large to serve a one-year term on the Nominating Committee. A new member will then be elected by the membership during the next regular election cycle per the Academy's Bylaws.

Timeline

• April 1, 2025 - Nominations and nominee applications are due by 12:00 AM EST, Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
• April 2-30, 2025 - Nominating Committee to commence a review of all applications, nomination recommendations, and meet with prospective candidates before finalizing the slate by end of April.
• May 6, 2025 -  2025 Elections Candidate Meet & Greet: Student SIG Directors (8pm -9pm EST)
• May 8, 2025 - 2025 Elections Candidate Meet & Greet: EPSIG, PPSIG, MSIG Directors (8pm -9pm EST)
• May 13, 2025 -  2025 Elections Candidate Meet & Greet: National Board Positions, Delegate, and Nominating Committee Member (8pm -9pm EST)
• June 1, 2025 - Online poll for elections and bylaws amendments to open for 30 days. Voting invitations will be sent via e-mail to members on June 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM EDT.  Members must make sure that their Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy memberships are up-to-date and in good standing. Please visit APTA Membership Renew to check on your membership status and renew if it is going to expire soon. On June 1, 2025, all active Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy members will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to vote. As a reminder, Student members may only vote in the Student Special Interest Group Director elections. 
• July 1, 2025 - Elections close at 3:00 PM EDT. Nominating Committee to inform candidates of results and election results to be announced to the membership over the next 2 weeks.
• August 1, 2025 -Newly elected Student SIG Directors to take office
• February 1, 2026 - Newly elected members to complete orientations by this date
• February 2026 (tentative) - Elected Candidates take office at the close of the 2026 General Business Meeting (date subject to change)

What Others Say

What motivated you to serve as an Academy leader?

Kristi Kliebert, MPT, DPT

PPSIG Director, Director of Communications

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.

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Kim Parker-Guerrero, PT, DPT

Director of Practice

I have always had an interest in the practice area of PT and had served as Payment Chair and Federal Affairs Liaison for NM APTA (still in that role for my small Component). I have several years of experience lobbying in DC and at the state level for PT issues.

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Cathy Konkler, PT

Served as Treasurer, Director of Communications, President-Elect, President

When I first ran for Director of Communications, I wanted to serve the Academy further, and there were far less committee opportunities than there are now.  I ran for Treasurer because as a private practice owner I had a strong interest in financial management for the organization.  I thoroughly enjoyed my service in that position, and especially enjoyed educating other board members and Academy members on budgeting, understanding financial statements, and being more fiscally responsible.  When I ran for President-Elect and then President, I was contacted and asked to run.  It was not a position I was considering, but I can honestly say I am glad I decided to serve again.  It stretched me, allowed me to develop some very special relationships, and grow as a professional.

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Kelly Huestis, MPT, WCS

Served as Secretary

Someone encouraged me to run and I wanted to give back to the profession, I felt that I could offer a lot in terms of leadership and ideas to the Academy, I felt that it would help with my own professional and leadership development. It’s essential to have Board members who genuinely love the Academy and the profession, and who are dedicated to offering their servant leadership by putting the organization first.

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What did you enjoy most about your leadership service?

Kristi Kliebert

Giving back, working toward a shared mission, having the opportunity to meet and work with other people from across the country. I gained leadership skills, awareness of my leadership style, pride in the work the Academy does, a professional home. I feel grateful every day to be a part of this amazing organization!

Kim Parker-Guerrero, PT, DPT

Director of Practice

Networking, meeting new friends, expanding my knowledge, creating new Position Statements and pieces of legislation. Proud to represent the Academy at APTA functions.

Cathy Konkler, PT

Served as Director of Communications, President-Elect, President

Team building, personal growth, service in a shared mission with others who are passionate about pelvic health, learn more about the operation of a not for profit organization, help plan the future direction of the Academy. Thanks for trusting me to serve the organization.

Kelly Huestis, MPT, WCS

Served as Secretary

Establishing relationships, learning- I have learned so much with regards to meetings, operations, and leadership skills, forward thinking and planning for my profession and its growth.

Inquiries

If you have any questions about elections or the positions, please do not hesitate to contact the Nominating Committee at nomcomm@aptapelvichealth.org.

Additional Resources

• Board Service Readiness Checklist 
• Serving on the APTA Pelvic Health Board Article
• Explore all position descriptions:

• • National Board: President-Elect | President | Vice President | Secretary | Treasurer | Chief Delegate | Delegate | Alternate Delegate
  • Other Elected Positions: Nominating Committee Member | Chief Delegate | Delegate | Alternate Delegate
  • Special Interest Groups: Early-Professional SIG Director | Pregnancy & Postpartum SIG Director | Male Health SIG Director | Student SIG Director