Alexandra Link, MS, serves as Director of Credentialing at the American Council on Exercise (ACE), where she leads strategy and operations for certification, recertification, and continuing education approval. She oversees test development for ACE’s four certification programs, including SME recruitment and training, exam translation, and collaboration with testing service providers on all aspects of test development and analysis. 

With over 14 years in the credentialing industry, Link has contributed to many key initiatives such as virtual item development, live remote proctoring, SME training and mentorship programs, developing and launching video-based exam items, enhancements to exam security and disciplinary procedures, earning ISO/IEC 17024 Accreditation, and maintaining NCCA Accreditation. 

She holds an M.S. in Exercise Physiology and all four ACE Certifications. Link is grateful for the opportunity to serve on the inaugural Certification Advisory Board and looks forward to advancing ACE’s mission alongside her fellow board members.