Collin Herb, PhD, LAT, ATC is an assistant professor in the MSAT program at Spalding University in Louisville, KY.  Collin is a graduate of the BS in Athletic Training at West Chester University and completed his graduate work at the University of Virginia.  Collin has been a certified athletic training since 2010.  Collin’s research interest include biomechanics related to lower extremity injury and non-linear analysis of human movement.

Dr. Ryan Moran is an Associate Professor in the CAATE-accredited Athletic Training Program at The University of Alabama. He is currently the Director of the Athletic Training Research Laboratory and a research member of the Integrative Center for Athletic and Sport Technology, on UA’s campus in Tuscaloosa. Dr. Moran is also an associate member of the Concussion in Para Sport Group. Dr. Moran’s research interests include epidemiology and clinical evaluation of sport-related concussion. His primary work centers on modifying factors of sensorimotor interaction, neurocognition, and vestibular/ocular motor outcomes in collegiate athletes. Dr. Moran, a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, receiving his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in athletic training from East Stroudsburg University, later earning his doctorate in Kinesiology from Michigan State U

Brian Parker is a member of the most sought-after Foundation in North America on the subject of Appearance and Performance Enhancing Substances, the Taylor Hooton Foundation. Brian serves as the Director of Education for the Foundation, which was founded in 2004, the year following the loss of the Hooton Family’s youngest son Taylor. Brian has spent the past 15 years with the organization speaking directly to thousands of people, raising awareness about the widespread use of these substances.

Dr. Carrie Baker is an Associate Professor and Clinical Education Coordinator in the Professional Master’s in Athletic Training Program at the University of Kentucky, where she is dedicated to preparing the next generation of practicing athletic trainers. With more than 20 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer, Dr. Baker is widely recognized for her leadership in athletic training education, clinical education best practices, and accreditation. She currently serves as Vice Co-Chair of the CAATE Education Committee and as a CAATE site reviewer, working nationally to advance standards that directly influence how future clinicians are trained.

​Sydney is a secondary school athletic trainer working in Title 1 school in Akron, OH. She has her Master's degree in Kinesiology and recently Graduated with her PhD in Health Science Education, where her dissertation focused on cultural competency in athletic training education programs. She is passionate about equitable access to healthcare through athletic trainers in secondary schools that are properly trained on providing diverse and culturally competent care. Originally from Maine, she enjoys hiking and doing activities outdoors, as well as crocheting in her free time.

Dr. Eric J. Fuchs is a Professor of Athletic Training in the Department of Parks, Recreation, Exercise, and Sport Science at Eastern Kentucky University, where he also serves as adjunct faculty in the Center for Wilderness Medicine & Outdoor Public Safety and the EMC program. A former department chair and athletic training program director, he led the transition to a CAATE-accredited master’s program. Dr. Fuchs actively practices as an athletic trainer and serves as Director of Sports Medicine for Festival Sports Inc., overseeing medical care at two of the nation’s largest junior volleyball events. He is a frequent national speaker on emergency care, invasive procedures, and risk management, and currently serves as Treasurer of the Southeast Athletic Trainers’ Association and as a CAATE peer reviewer. Dr. Fuchs served as the SME for Joint Reduction and Fracture management for the KBEMS AP Wilderness Paramedic Task Dr. Fuchs is a recipient of the NATA Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award and a Fellow of the National Academies of Practice.

Keith Owsley received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education/Health Education and
Athletic Training from Murray State University in 1987 and then went on to receive his Master of
Science degree in Athletic Training from Illinois State University in 1989. He recently retired from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin after serving for nine years as Clinical Faculty and the Clinical Education Coordinator for the Marquette University MAT Program. Mr. Owsley has 30 years of clinical experience at various settings including clinical, high school, collegiate, and semi-professional levels. Additionally, he had a 19-year career as a firefighter/paramedic during which time he also received a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Science Management from Southern Illinois University Carbondale in 1997. Following his retirement from Marquette University he returned to his home state of Kentucky to be closer to family and grandkids. He is currently the owner and President of Athletic Training Emergency Preparedness Institute which provides emergency preparedness training for athletic trainers. ATEP Institute has provided workshops for athletic trainers in secondary schools, collegiate and professional level including working with Major League Baseball.

Kaitlyn Stewart is a Certified Athletic Trainer and Assistant Athletic Trainer at Spalding University, where she works with the men’s and women’s soccer teams and women’s lacrosse. A 2022 graduate of Texas Lutheran University, Kaitlyn earned both a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology and a Master’s in Athletic Training, and is also a Certified Exercise Specialist (CES). Her work focuses on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and helping athletes safely return to peak performance. Based in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Kaitlyn lives with her fiance, Josh

Kaitlin Niemiec, ATC, LAT is the Head Athletic Trainer and an adjunct professor in the Health Science program at Spalding University. She is currently in the EdD program at Spalding University working toward a degree in Educational Leadership. Kaitlin has a focus on leadership and administration in athletic training and has over 13 years of experience in the field. Kaitlin has 5 years of higher education teaching experience and is passionate about teaching future healthcare workers the tools they need to be successful.

Dr. Matthew Smitley is an Assistant Professor and core faculty member in the Professional Master’s in Athletic Training Program at the University of Kentucky. He previously served in athletic training program leadership and administration and brings experience spanning secondary school and collegiate clinical settings. He has completed extensive post-professional training in novel manual therapy approaches and movement-based interventions. His scholarly work focuses on professional identity, workplace culture, retention, and career sustainability within athletic training. Dr. Smitley serves as Chair of the NATA Career Advancement Committee (CAC), where he works to support mid-career athletic trainers and strengthen long-term professional engagement across settings. He is passionate about bridging clinical excellence with sustainable professional practice, helping athletic trainers build careers that are both impactful and realistic.

Odalis Romero is an Assistant Professor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Spalding University. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a qualified supervisor.  Dr. Romero’s professional work integrates counselor education, clinical practice, and advocacy with minoritized and marginalized communities. Her teaching and clinical interests include multicultural counseling, social justice advocacy, disability-affirming practices, trauma-informed care, and resilience across the lifespan. She also works on helping people understand how trauma can affect identity formation and helps to educate and advocate for better informed care. Drawing from both professional and lived experience, she is particularly committed to advancing equitable counseling practices for Latinx clients and individuals with disabilities, including those with visual impairments. Dr. Romero regularly presents at professional conferences on multicultural counseling, self-care for helping professionals, and advocacy with minoritized populations. She is actively involved in professional counseling organizations and engages in community-based mental health outreach through schools, churches, and local initiatives.

Dr. Michael E. Chapman, EdD, LAT, ATC, is a faculty member in the Master of Science in Athletic Training program at Spalding University. He brings over 10 years of experience teaching leadership development programs, with expertise in sports medicine, occupational health, and injury prevention. Dr. Chapman is a former Amazon Injury Prevention Specialist, where he contributed to program development and global ergonomic solution initiatives. His work focuses on integrating evidence-based practice and innovative technologies to improve movement health, reduce injury risk, and enhance performance across clinical and industrial settings. He currently serves as Vice President of the Kentucky Athletic Trainers’ Society (KATS) and Chair of Education for the Industrial Athletic Trainers Society (IATS), supporting professional development and advancing the field through education and leadership.