Heidi Vellenga

Heidi Vellenga  
Executive Director, CEA

Heidi Vellenga is the Executive Director of the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA). She has a PhD in Applied Linguistics, an MA in Applied Linguistics and TESOL and has over 20 years of experience teaching and directing intensive English programs overseas and in the US. Dr. Vellenga has been on the CEA staff since 2014 and is the chief executive of the agency. Her professional service positions include a term as Vice President for Standards for EnglishUSA, leadership roles in TESOL affiliate chapters, and service as a member of the TESOL Journal Editorial Board. Dr. Vellenga regularly makes presentations and leads workshops on CEA matters, accreditation, and various instructional effectiveness and quality assurance topics.