American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS)

Chief Executive Officer

The American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery® (ABFAS) seeks its next CEO to lead the board certification process for foot and ankle podiatric surgeons. ABFAS is the only Foot and Ankle Surgery Certification Board recognized by the prestigious Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) through the Specialty Boards Recognition Committee (SBRC). There are 2,100 Board Qualified and almost 7,500 Board Certified Surgeons. For nearly 50 years, the Certification Board has promoted the public’s health and well-being.

The successful candidate will be an experienced executive with experience leading and managing an accredited professional certification program and closely working with a nonprofit board of directors. Proven financial acumen, strong communication skills, diplomatic internal and external relationship-building skills, and high emotional intelligence (EI) are keys to success. The CEO will lead partnerships with related professional and accreditation organizations.

The Board is open to hiring a virtual executive to lead 19 staff. ABFAS is a 501(c)6 nonprofit organization with a $8.6M budget. ABFAS offices in San Francisco, CA, are posted for sale. On average, travel requirements are monthly for in-person meetings and events.  

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 For confidential consideration, please email your resume and cover letter to

ABFASCEOSearch@vettedsolutions.com or call +1 202 544 4749.