A year of firsts
Taking the helm is a big step in normal times; trying to stay on course through COVID-19, racial strife is more than anyone expected.
CEO Update
New certificate courses provide pandemic-related training
Associations have launched online programs, sometimes in a matter of weeks, to supply industry-wide education on safety and best practices. People that complete the course and pass an exam typically get a certificate, and workplaces often receive signage and logos to demonstrate to staff and customers their commitment to preventing the spread of COVID-19.
NRF CEO navigating turmoil with empathy, solid finances
Association Leadership Awards honoree Matthew Shay turned National Retail Federation into advocacy giant with strong balance sheet.
Former soybean group CEO will return to top job in November
Steve Censky led the American Soybean Association for 21 years before becoming deputy secretary of the Department of Agriculture in 2017.
Foundations seek out new opportunities during pandemic
As donors reel from economic downturn, organizations explore new funding sources and look to keep lines of communication open.