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Kennedy recalls leading change at Retail Industry Leaders

CEO drove RILA's revolution in mission—and stayed the course through evolution in membership—in nearly two decades Outgoing RILA CEO Sandy Kennedy guided the group through big changes. Sandy Kennedy has shepherded the $22 million-revenue Retail Industry Leaders Association through multiple major transformations. Common themes during her 17-year tenure: Keeping up with the times and taking "careful" risks, though in two important instances RILA opted against disruptive change. As she prepares for retirement at year end, Kennedy sat down with CEO Update at RILA's new headquarters to reflect on her accomplishments, including the transition to her successor (COO Brian Dodge)… Read More