Association execs step away from their jobs to help at home, abroad
Three stories about volunteers making a difference—the latest installment in CEO Update's annual K Street Cares feature. Working at national group, having impact on communityNRF Foundation's Adam Lukoskie saw need in his D.C. neighborhood, rolled up his sleeves to help day center for homeless women.
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Toy group tackles crisis triggered by demise of key retailer
Bankruptcy of Toys R Us is a tough blow for many toymakers; association steps up as resource for information, business connections Pasierb
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Amazon HQ could mean increased pressures for associations
Proposed offices in Northern Virginia and New York City could translate into higher rents, increased competition for talent
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Cruise Lines International Association names new captain
Craighead will be fourth CEO to lead group since 2015, bringing high-level government experience as an advocate for U.S. tourism Craighead Cruise Lines International Association has tapped the nation's former top tourism promotion official as its next CEO.
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Nusbaum announces end to 19-year run as CEO of ARDA
American Resort Development Association has hired Spencer Stuart for search; group aims to introduce new CEO in AprilNusbaum After nearly two decades espousing the benefits of the vacation timeshare industry, Howard Nusbaum says he is ready to step down and "go walk the walk," by traveling to resorts and other destinations on his own time.
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Garfield leaving tech group next year to advocate for Netflix
CEO of Information Technology Industry Council has represented Microsoft, Amazon, Facebook and other industry players since 2009 Garfield Dean Garfield will end his nine-year run as CEO of the $14 million-revenue Information Technology Industry Council in February to become head of global public policy for the streaming video service Netflix.
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