A trailblazing leader and first-generation Latina immigrant, Celia Chomón Zamora has built a distinguished career spanning K-12 and higher education, infusing every role with a deep commitment to equity, excellence, and transformative leadership. She holds the prestigious Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential, demonstrating the highest standards of professional competence in association management and a steadfast dedication to lifelong learning.
Celia currently serves as the Executive Director of the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT), where she leads strategic initiatives to advance innovation, inclusion, and data-driven excellence in academic physical therapy education. Her previous tenure as Director of Professional Learning and Certification was marked by transformative outcomes, strategic innovation, and cross-functional team leadership that consistently delivered strong results.
Her leadership philosophy centers on driving sustainable business growth, enhancing stakeholder experiences, and cultivating inclusive environments through both strategic insight and empathetic engagement. Known for her analytical acumen, Celia has a strong track record of identifying growth drivers, increasing organizational efficiency, and championing operational excellence. Her exceptional communication skills and relationship-building abilities have helped her lead transformative change, achieve milestone outcomes, and mentor the next generation of leaders.
Her academic achievements include receiving the Harold Glassman Distinguished Dissertation Award from Georgetown University, where she also held several leadership roles during her Ph.D. studies. Celia currently serves as Vice Chair of the ASAE Research Committee, and previously served as the Chair of the inaugural CAE Registered Provider Committee, and Chairwoman of the Events and Relationship Building Committee for Association Latinos, positions that reflect her deep commitment to advancing the association profession, championing diversity, and fostering cross-sector growth and collaboration.
