Last updated August 25, 2026.
2026 Election Info
AFMTE is the only membership organization dedicated to shaping the future of massage therapy education. Its collective vision and voice provide vital support and guidance.
The Leadership Development Committee (LDC) is charged with finding strong candidates to serve the Alliance as Board members and members of the LDC. Service to the Alliance gives back to the massage therapy community and contributes to your own personal and professional development.
Congratulations to our new Director, Angela Poe!
Angela S. Poe, LMT, A.A.S. B.S., has been elected to the AFMTE Board of Directors.
Her term will begin September 1, 2026, replacing Tiffany Hemrick, LMBT, M.Ed., whose term ends August 31, 2026.
The Alliance looks forward to Angela’s contributions, and sends its thanks and well wishes with Tiffany in her new endeavors.
Bio
Angela Poe, BS, AAS, LMT, is a Licensed Massage Therapist with 19 years of experience and has dedicated more than 15 years to massage education. She currently serves as the Institutional Director of the Nashville School of Massage Therapy, where she oversees academic operations, faculty development, and student success initiatives. Throughout her career, she has remained passionate about mentoring future massage therapists and supporting educational excellence.
As a new member of the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education, Angela looks forward to becoming more actively involved in the organization’s initiatives, collaborating with fellow educators and leaders, and contributing to meaningful conversations that advance massage therapy education. She believes deeply in the Alliance’s mission to elevate educational standards and is excited about opportunities to serve and contribute at a greater level.
Angela’s leadership philosophy is rooted in integrity, compassion, and service. She believes that education transforms lives and that great leaders create opportunities for others to grow and succeed. Outside of her professional roles, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her son, Bryson, and their dog, Kirby.