About Dr. Zapata
Ashley Zapata, Psy.D. (she/her) is an executive leader in sport performance, mental health, and athlete development, driving innovative strategies that elevate athlete well-being and organizational excellence across Central America and the Caribbean.
With a foundation in clinical and sport psychology, Dr. Zapata has worked with Division I, elite, professional, and Olympic athletes, delivering high-impact mental performance and wellness services. Her expertise spans performance optimization, identity development, and culturally responsive care for diverse athlete populations.
Today, Dr. Zapata’s work sits at the intersection of leadership, strategy, and systems change. She is focused on advancing forward-thinking models that integrate mental health, performance, and holistic development into the fabric of sport organizations. Her leadership emphasizes sustainable impact, building environments where athletes and teams can thrive both in competition and beyond it.
Born in Panama City to a Panamanian mother and Trinidadian father, Dr. Zapata brings an Afro-Caribbean perspective to her leadership approach, grounded in balance, adaptability, and purpose. Her global and multicultural lens informs her commitment to expanding access, redefining excellence, and shaping the future of sport in underrepresented regions.
As Director of Sport + Personal Development at SOL Performance, she leads initiatives that bridge performance and personal growth, positioning the organization as a catalyst for innovation in athlete development.
