Elections

2027 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

Now Open: 2027 ABCT Leadership Call for Nominations — Submit by February 1, 2027

Are you interested in ABCT governance?

Following the successful passage of the referendum to expand the ABCT Board from seven to thirteen members, including two appointed, non-voting members, our association is poised to enter an exciting new chapter in its governance. This change represents an important opportunity to broaden member participation, strengthen representation, and encourage greater engagement in the leadership and direction of our organization.

We are looking for energetic, dedicated, and passionate ABCT members to run for the following open leadership positions:

ABCT President-Elect (2027-30)

The ABCT president is the official spokesperson of ABCT and presides over the board of directors and all governance activities. The president-elect serves for one year prior to taking office as President and is a member of the Executive Committee (EC).

ABCT Secretary-Treasurer (2027-28) (2028-31)

Secretary-Treasurer oversees the association’s financial records, budgeting, and reporting while ensuring that funds are managed responsibly and transparently. During the year prior to assuming office the Secretary-Treasurer-Elect shadows the incumbent Secretary-Treasurer to become familiar with the duties of that office. Elected in 2027; shadows incumbent for one year (2027-28) on the board as a non-voting member; takes office in 2028 and also becomes a member of the Executive Committee (EC).

Director-at-Large and Liaison to Education Programs (2027-30)

Board liaison in charge of supporting and overseeing the work of several committees under the education programs portfolio.

Director-at-Large and Liaison to Publications (2027-30)

Board liaison in charge of supporting and overseeing the work of several editors of the organization’s journals as well as publications committees.

Director-at-Large and Liaison to Professional Programs (2027-2030)

Board liaison in charge of supporting and overseeing the work of several committees under the professional programs’ portfolio including Academic Training & Education Standards Committee, Research Facilitation, Self-Help Book committees and others.

To nominate yourself or your colleague for one of these positions, submit the form below by the deadline of Monday, February 1, 2027:

Please Note:

Full and Fellow members may nominate, vote, and hold office. New Professionals, Students, Postbaccalaureate, and Associate members may nominate and vote, but may not hold office.
Any Full or Fellow members of the Association in good standing shall be eligible for nomination and election to any elective office.
Each nomination may have endorsers/nominators. Endorsers/ nominators must also be ABCT members.
If a nomination is submitted by someone other than the candidate, nominee must consent to be nominated
No candidates may be considered for two positions at the same time

UPDATED Policies. Click Here for the updated Leadership and Elections policy.

General Timeline

Mon, November 2, 2026 – Nomination period opens
Mon, February 1, 2027 – Nomination period closes
Wed, April 1, 2027 – Voting portal opens
Thurs, April 30, 2027 – Voting portal closes
Fri, May 14, 2027 – Winners announced to membership