CEO DATELINE - Former National Restaurant Association CEO Herman Cain dies
Well-known 2012 Republican presidential candidate was hospitalized after contracting COVID-19 Business executive and former head of the National Restaurant Association Herman Cain has died after being hospitalized in the Atlanta area with COVID-19, according to his official website. He was 74. Want more news?
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Association: Wireless industry major economic driver during last decade
The wireless industry accounted for nearly 10% of GDP growth during the previous decade and could remain a major economic driver as wireless carriers prepare to rollout 5G networks, according to a new study commissioned by CTIA-The Wireless Association. Want more news?
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Association formed for tourist experience providers
A new group has launched for providers of local tour venues, activities and other experiences at travel destinations. Want more news? Consider joining CEO Update. Membership gives full access to the latest intelligence on association management, career advancement, compensation trends and networking events, as well as hundreds of listings for senior-level association jobs.
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - GOP bill expands PPP eligibility to 501(c)(6) groups
A proposed economic stimulus bill crafted by Republicans would allow 501(c)(6) associations, chambers of commerce and other groups to access the Paycheck Protection Program, as long as lobbying represents a relatively small part of the groups' work. Want more news?
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Consumer Technology Association cancels CES, switches to virtual event
The Consumer Technology Association announced Tuesday it will cancel its upcoming CES trade show in January and instead hold a virtual event—a sign that association event cancelations will continue beyond 2020. Want more news?
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Associations praise passage of Great American Outdoors Act
A bill that would pump billions of dollars into outdoor conservation and public lands infrastructure has cleared Congress with bipartisan support, handing outdoor industry associations a policy victory at a time with most legislation unrelated to COVID-19 is making little headway. Want more news?
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