Association Leadership Awards honor Sweeney, Eshkenazi and Clarke
Coverage of the 5th annual CEO Update awards luncheon, with photos and videos.
CEO Update
Weighing benefits and costs, associations turn page on chapter ties
Some associations are finding solutions that preserve the ear-to-the-ground benefits of chapters while ensuring consistency of operational standards and branding. “The chapter model by and large was designed in the 20th century. ... Expectations have changed and capacities have changed,” said consultant Peter Houstle of Mariner Management & Marketing.
Groups hope investment in online communities will pay off
Several associations have launched digital networking platforms for members in the past year as way to increase overall engagement.
Jefferies to lead Association of American Railroads
Railroad group’s top lobbyist and former congressional staffer tapped to succeed Ed Hamberger, who is retiring later this year after two decades as chief executive.
PCMA taps Scott as next CEO
AdvaMed lobbyist to succeed Merritt. "(Scott) is an exceptional choice with a tremendous record of accomplishments," PCMA Board Chairman Tim Wentworth said.