Materials group taps veteran association lobbyist for CEO
Mike Johnson, EVP and chief advocacy officer at National Beer Wholesalers, will lead Stone, Sand & Gravel starting on Aug. 1 Johnson
Read MoreAssociation Forum finds its rhythm for annual meeting
Sessions at the June 18 Chicagoland conference will include a mock board meeting, an inspirational flygirl and a drum cafe The Association Forum of Chicagoland will be marching to the beat of a different drummer at its June 18 annual meeting, holding sessions that include a mock board meeting, an inspirational speech from the first African-American female fighter pilot—and a drum cafe.
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Former ASAE head dies
Bill Taylor helped turn struggling organization around Taylor Bill Taylor, who led ASAE as president and CEO from 1982-1998, died June 8 in a Southfield, Mich., hospice. He was 83.
Read MoreChamber drops suit against activist group
Business group had sued activist organization over fake news conference The $147 million-revenue U.S. Chamber of Commerce said "no" to further litigation against The Yes Men on June 7, according to a legal filing. The Yes Men is an activist group that impersonates corporate leaders and in 2009 conducted such a hoax at the National Press Club: Two group members claiming to be Chamber officials said the business federation had changed its position and decided to support legislation to curb global warming.
Read MoreInternal candidacy: How to navigate search sensitivities
Experts offer advice for those on both sides: aspiring executives themselves, and the leaders who are managing the selection process Pity the poor internal candidate who throws a hat in the ring when the association is looking to fill a CEO or other top executive slot. All through the search, there's the risk of public failure, of being known as the one who reached for the brass ring … and fell short.
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Miller pumps up public transportation
Transit advocate practices what she preaches Miller
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