CHICAGO – April 10, 2024 –The American Health Information Management Association^® (AHIMA^®)and HCPro^® proudly announce the appointment of Dave Cella as President, effective April 3. Cella previously served as President of HCPro in 2023leading up to its acquisition by AHIMA^®, and he brings a wealth of experience and expertiseto his role. HCPro is a for-profit, wholly owned subsidiary of AHIMA.

With more than 20 years of executive leadership experience in information services and healthcare industries, Cella's appointment signifies a strategic move to solidify the organization's trajectory in service of the enterprise mission and goals to serve the health information profession and professionals.

"I'm very honored and excited to return to HCPro," stated Cella. "Together with our dedicated team, we are committed to delivering innovative education solutions that empower healthcare organizations to excel."

Cella previously served as Chief Product Officer for Simplify Compliance, HCPro’s parent company, for five years, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the company's product strategy and direction. His extensive background includes executive positions such as Vice President of Product Management and Executive Publisher for Jones and Bartlett Learning, and Vice President of Product Operations for the National Health Career Association. Additionally, he served as Publishing Director, Life Sciences, at Elsevier.

AHIMA Chief Executive Officer Kevin Klauer, DO, EJD, FACEP, FACOEP,also commented on Cella's appointment, saying, "Dave's return to HCPro as President brings a renewed sense of leadership and strategic direction to the organization. His experience and dedication to advancing healthcare solutions align closely with the AHIMA mission, and we are excited to see the positive impact he will continue to have on HCPro's growth and success.At the end of the day, serving others is at the core of our work, and Dave’s commitment to culture and service will undoubtedly elevate AHIMA’s and HCPro’s commitment to members, clients, and the health information profession as a whole.”