Getting Involved on Your Terms
We are excited to introduce three new divisions within CTAHPERD, designed to enhance member engagement, support professional interests, and provide flexible volunteer opportunities. Whether you want to contribute regularly or on an ad hoc basis, these divisions allow you to get involved in ways that fit your schedule and passion.
These divisions: Professional Development, Student Advisory, and Member Services, offer opportunities to focus on your professional interests while contributing to the success of our organization. Whether you’re interested in a leadership role or just want to volunteer occasionally with a specific focus, your involvement is welcome and valued!
By joining CTAHPERD you can enhance your professional growth and give back to your professional community. JOIN NOW!
To learn more or to express your interest please complete the form below:
CTAHPERD provides several types of leadership and engagement opportunities.

CTAHPERD Executive Council Governance Structure*
Executive Council Positions | Voting or non-voting EC Member | Appointed/Elected | Term |
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Past President | Voting | Rises to position | 1 Year Term |
President | Voting | Rises to position | 1 Year Term |
President Elect | Voting | Elected by membership | 1 Year Term |
Division Chairpersons • Member Services • Student Leadership • Professional Development | Voting (3) | Approved by EC | 3 Year Term |
Conference Program Coordinator | Voting | Appointed by President/Approved by EC | No Term Limit |
Secretary | Voting | Appointed by President/Approved by EC | No Term Limit |
Treasurer | Voting | Appointed by President/Approved by EC | No Term Limit |
Membership Chair | Non-Voting | Appointed by President/Approved by EC | No Term Limit |
Bulletin Editor | Non-Voting | Appointed by President/Approved by EC | No Term Limit |
University Student Representatives (2 per) | Non-Voting | Appointed by Universities | 2 Year Term |
Executive Director | Non-Voting | Approved by the EC | No Term Limit (Yearly Evaluation) |
*Beginning June 1, 2025
Workshop Presentations
Presenters share best professional practices and knowledge of specific topics with peers. Regional Workshops are offered throughout the year by our members. Contact the the Professional Development Division Chair or Executive Director, Ed Manfredi at edmanfredi@ctahperd.org, if you would like to offer your service.
Bulletin Contributions
CTAHPERD publishes The Bulletin in the Fall and the Spring, both in electronic form. Members are invited to submit activities/experiences that have worked very well in the classroom and/or research based articles. Submission deadlines are September 15 and April 15. Contact Bulletin Editor, Matthew Martin, at matthewmartin@ccsu.edu to submit your article.
CTAHPERD 25-26 Executive Council
Executive Council Position | FY 25-26 |
Past President* | Kelsey Maxwell |
President* | Amanda Amtmanis |
President Elect* | Nally Sahin |
Member Services Chair* | Kelly Holtz |
Student Leadership Chair* | Tan Leng Goh |
Professional Development Chair* | Meghan Christopher |
Conference Program Coordinator* | Rob Silliman |
Secretary* | Michelle Rawcliff |
Treasurer* | Ann Marie Colebrook |
Membership Coordinator | Kathy Nauber |
Bulletin Editor | Matthew Martin |
Conference Exhibit and Sponsor Manager | Christie Petrella |
Awards Reception Manager | Shirley Hughes |
University Student Representatives (2 per) | TBA |
Executive Director | Ed Manfredi |
* Denotes a Voting Member of the Executive Council