Making the Most of Your First APTA CSM: How to Network, Learn, and Thrive
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Heading to your first APTA Combined Sections Meeting? This quick, practical session will help you turn a big event into a big opportunity. Learn how to plan your schedule to align with your goals and connect with peers and leaders across the profession. Get insider tips for networking, navigating the exhibit hall, and managing your energy so you leave APTA CSM inspired, connected, and ready to advance your career.
Key concepts include:
- Strategic conference planning
- Well-being and energy management
- Maximizing networking opportunities
- Engaging with exhibitors and product reps
- Turning attendance into momentum
Gunar Frazier, MA
Corporate Sales Specialist, Business Development
American Physical Therapy Association
Gunar Frazier, MA, is a Corporate Sales Specialist at the American Physical Therapy Association, blending strategy, partnerships, and legal-savvy execution to build high-value sponsor relationships, grow non-dues revenue, and increase member value across APTA programs and events. His background spans strategy consulting, corporate initiatives, and legal operations, with prior roles at Metis Strategy and Lockheed Martin. Gunar holds an M.A. in Global Security Studies from Johns Hopkins University and a B.A. in Global Affairs from George Mason University.
Jaime Stoffer, PT, DPT, MBA
Senior Director of Digital and Segment Marketing
Performance Health
Jaime Stoffer, PT, DPT, MBA is the Senior Director of Digital and Segment Marketing at Performance Health. With more than 15 years of experience in the rehabilitation industry, Jaime brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and business strategy to her work. She began her career as a Physical Therapist and has since led initiatives across marketing, product development, and digital innovation.
She’s passionate about supporting the rehab community, connecting clinicians with meaningful solutions, and driving the industry forward through creativity, collaboration, and education.