APTA Academy of Leadership and Innovation

02/03/2026

APTA Academy of Leadership and Innovation proudly announces the board certification of eight distinguished individuals as Healthcare Executives. This designation reflects their excellence in healthcare leadership, strategic insight, and commitment to driving meaningful change.

Certified Executives:
Toni Lyn Gonzalez, PT, DPT, Tori B. Gude, PT, DPT, Julia Harter, PT, Lana Schultz Krumwiede, PT, DPT, OCS , Julia Lynne Marsh, PT, Aimee Ring, PT, DPT, MBA, Patricia Rivera, PT, DPT, MBA-HM, Allison Simons, PT, DPT, OCS

02/02/2026

We apologize for the incorrect listing on the previous post. Please see the updated version here and be sure to join us in congratulating the 2025 Academy of Leadership and Innovation award winners!

Your dedication and commitment to advancing the PT profession inspires us.

01/26/2026

Register now for the spring session of our 12‑week management course series. Courses include self‑paced online coursework with weekly live, expert‑led Zoom discussions.
Join us this spring:

This course series is offered three times a year as a 12-week program that includes Management Essentials and Advanced Management Concepts. They may each may be taken as a six-week course, or both courses may be taken consecutively for the full 12-week program. Coursework is completed online at the....

01/24/2026

Congratulations to our 2025 award winners whose dedication continues to shape the future of physical therapy!

01/19/2026

Next Month! Join us at ALI Fest at CSM for a free 2-hour event highlighting the latest breakthroughs in PT technology and innovation, where leadership meets forward-thinking care. End the evening with networking, sweet treats, and a cash bar.

01/19/2026

Physical therapists know healing goes beyond the body. Join us Jan 21 at 8:30 PM EST for the free PTMH Town Hall and help build the future of mind–body care. Register via Zoom: https://ow.ly/b0cr50XZNXM

01/17/2026

Next Month! Join us at the Academy Poster Session—part of ALI Fest at CSM—for a free 2-hour event highlighting the latest breakthroughs in physical therapy and innovation.

Hosted by Global Health, PT Roundtable, and Population Health.

01/16/2026

Join us at CSM for the APTA Academy of Leadership and Innovation Business Meeting. Celebrate award winners and top poster presenters, plus learn important association updates. A great opportunity for all members to connect, stay informed, and honor outstanding achievements!

01/12/2026

Next Webinar:
Part of our new AI+Tech Series!
January 21, 2026 | 6–7 PM CT

Learn how AI is transforming physical therapy, from movement analysis to remote monitoring. Join us for live demos, practical insights, and a discussion on ethics and future possibilities.

CEU offered | Registration: $15 – Academy Members | $30 – APTA Members | $45 – Non-Members
Register: https://www.aptaali.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2017518&group=

12/26/2025

Next Webinar:
Explore how humility shapes compassionate, culturally responsive, and ethical physical therapy. Learn practical strategies to cultivate humility as a lifelong skill that fosters curiosity, compassion, and resilience.

CEU offered | Registration $15 – Academy Members | $30 – APTA Members | $45 – Non-Members
Register: https://www.aptaali.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2015377&group=

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from the Academy of Leadership and Innovation!
Wishing you a season of peace and joy and a successful year ahead. We look forward to continuing to grow and innovate together in 2026.

12/19/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate the individuals chosen to guide the Academy forward in 2026. Their dedication and vision will help strengthen our community, advance our mission, and ensure we continue making a positive impact together.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the election. Your votes reflect the spirit of collaboration and shared responsibility that makes our work possible. Together, we’re building a stronger future for the Academy!