Rise of drones has associations redirecting advocacy efforts
Potential uses of the technology are so widespread that many groups are lobbying in areas they typically don't cover, like aviation Drones may one day help utility companies hunt for downed power lines and aid Realtors in selling homes, but for now, both industries are relying on their associations to pave the way for wider use of the technology.
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Associations flock together when it comes to fly-in dates
Congressional calendar and holidays help drive scheduling of lobby days; expect briefer meetings, higher priced hotels—and flowers Advocates from California are on their way to meetings in the Cannon House Office Building April 12, as part of the lobby day for NAMB—The Association of Mortgage Professionals. From left to right: Steven Lang, Donna Aldrich, Kevin Casey, Ginny Ferguson and Dale DiGennaro.
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Former CEO to lead real estate program
University of Colorado snaps up one-time head of International Council of Shopping Centers Kercheval The former CEO of the International Council of Shopping Centers has been appointed head of a University of Colorado program that trains students for real estate careers.
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Severance deals add up for some former CEOs, senior staffers
A look at the latest tax form data shows why you should negotiate details of separation in your contract Goodbye packages for departing CEOs and senior staffers are often not so simple as "x" number of months of salary. A close look at the most recent tax forms filed by associations shows that some payments—whether officially considered severance or not—can boost final compensation by many tens of thousands of dollars.
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Biggest transit agency in the country quits APTA
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