Catching up: After PhRMA, Tauzin launches lobbying firm with son
Leaves associations for entrepreneurial venture; expected to testify for House panels on groups health care deals with Obama By Drew FitzGeraldMost trade group executives, no matter how well connected, might find it daunting to jump from the laser-like focus on one industry into the sea of independent lobbying, with its multiple and varied clients.
Read MoreCraft and hobby industry chief challenges group customs
With an extensive corporate background, Berger brings a business mentality and member value approach to his association Steven Berger doesnt sound like a typical association executiveand not just because of his thick Boston accent. He is direct, talking more like a corporate raider than a nonprofit chief, and his enthusiasm is infectious when he discusses transforming his trade group.
Read MoreEngler: Move to Business Roundtable not partisan shift
Republican former governor touts bipartisan record at NAM; incoming Manufacturers CEO Timmons sees closer BRT ties. National Association of Manufacturers CEO John Engler, who is leaving Jan. 15 to become president of the Business Roundtable, said the move does not signal a shift to the right for the latter group, which had better relations with President Obama than Englers NAM and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Ive been recognized as somebody whos been very bipartisan, Engler, 62, told CEO Update last week.
Read MoreFor Gonchar, new post at ASTA is about customer focus
Like his predecessor, he is new to associations, but his group is confident consumer, technology savvy will take us where we need to go It may seem unusual for Tony Gonchar to leave the private sector to take the top spot at the American Society of Travel Agentshaving had no trade association experiencebut the move is more logical on closer
Read MoreGOP-led House represents new terrain for associations
Massive party changeover in Congress means new leadership, new committee chairs and new key contacts for trade groups. Republicans take control of the U.S. House of Representatives this month, and associations are mapping out the new landscape by cultivating new relationships, solidifying old ones and trying to position themselves strongly for a new year in legislation and lobbying.
Read MoreLongtime CEO Bill Millar leaving public transit group
After 15 years leading the American Public Transportation Association, Millar plans to depart the group in October Bill Millar, CEO of the American Public Transportation Association for the last 15 years, will be stepping down from his job when his contract ends in October, he confirmed on Jan. 5.
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