New Association: International Photovoltaic Equipment Association
The International Photovoltaic Equipment Association (IPVEA) emerged May 4 after a series of meetings in Hanau, Germany. Representing 43 companies from North America, Europe and Asia, IPVEAs headquarters is in Hanau, but managing director, Bryan Ekus, works in an Orlando office. Exhibitors at events were frustrated because so many trade shows fall under the solar umbrella [but] its very difficult to find a
Read MoreNew Association: Poultry Growers Association
Responding to spiraling energy costs, poultry growers inWest Virginia have formed a new association to urge corporations that buy from them to raise their pay. The Poultry Growers Association formed May 23 at a meeting in rural Pendleton County. Many of the 50-plus members are under contract to Pilgrims Pride, one of a handful of poultry companies in the state, said association member Mike Weaver.
Read MoreProfile: Joe McInerney, American Hotel & Lodging Association
In the midst of surging gas prices, decreases in business travel, a drop in consumer confidence and sure signs of economic recession, Joe McInerney sees some familiar trends.
Read MoreStudy shows 2007 foundation investments decrease
Private and community foundation investments gained an average 9.9 percent in fiscal year 2007, a setback from the 13.7 percent return reported the previous year, according to the upcoming annual study by the Commonfund Institute, due out later this month. Foundation investment returns slipped because of the current credit crisis, subprime lending fallout and a slow U.S. economy, said John S. Griswold, executive director of the Institute. A
Read MoreThe ties that bind trade group leaders
After early White House careers, well-connected executives have created a formidable network In 1969, Ron Walker, a Nixon administration appointee, was touring the country seeking bright, eager young men to staff the first White House advance office to coordinate the presidents domestic and international travel.
Read MorePrimed to Lead: B. Dan Berger
By Lina Khouri Dan Berger joined NAFCU in 2006 after working in government relations for Americas Community Bankers.
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