Higher and Higher
By Bara Vaida, through special arrangement with the National Journal
Read MoreNews: January 2008
Convention Industry Council names Rorrie interim More than six months into a search for permanent leadership, the Convention Industry Council has appointed an interim president and CEO. Long-time association leader and former president and CEO of Meeting Professionals International Colin C. Rorrie, Jr., Ph.D., CAE, will lead the $1.5 million group as the search continues to
Read MoreProfile: Jay Timmons, Nat'l Assn of Manufacturers
February 15, 2008 When NAM spoke, we listened, says Jay Timmons, recalling the trade groups reputation when he was Sen. George Allens (R-Va.) chief of staff.
Read MoreSelection Announcements: February 15, 2008
Government Relations Leigh Merino recently joined the Washington, D.C.-based Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association as director, regulatory affairs. In her new position, she will work with members of the organizations three market segment associations on regulatory issues, assist with the department of regulatory policy and oversee the new state monitoring program. Merino comes to MEMA from the
Read MoreStar Search
How do you persuade a member of Congress to give up elective office and to trade his or her oversight role over an industry for a top job representing that very industry? Its not tough when theyve been defeated or theyre retiring, but those arent necessarily the best candidates. Its a tall order, says recruiter Wendy Pangburn of the executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles.
Read MoreCEO Selections: February 1, 2008
American Assn of Advertising AgenciesNew York, NYNancy Hill, previously North American chief executive at Lowe Worldwide. AAAA: 212/682-2500American Optometric AssnSt. Louis, MOBarry J. Barresi, O.D., Ph.D., previously President of the New England Eye Institute and Vice President of Clinical Affairs at the New England College of Optometry.
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