Regulatory agencies, like the FAA, the IRS and the USDA, have become a common treading ground for executive recruiters hunting for the next crop of industry and association leaders. Common wisdom at many trade groups has held that an association executive – with a track record of leadership, growing membership and fiscal management – makes the most effective leader. But in practice, the trend varies between organizations and their advocacy efforts. Often trade groups with a focus on legislative and regulatory issues turn to former elected officials or former congressional staff who have access and know the landscape on Capitol Hill. Professional groups focused on… Read More