Ruane to retire from ARTBA in October
Transportation construction lobbyist has been prominent voice in policy debatesRuane The American Road & Transportation Builders Association announced June 19 that CEO Pete Ruane—one of the best-known and most outspoken advocates in the industry—will end his long tenure with the trade group.
Read MoreDiverse groups condemn rescinded family separation policy
Associations across sectors decry suspended practice of splitting families at U.S.-Mexico border; ‘This is not who we are' Associations representing industries ranging from nursing to manufacturing were among the many critics who blasted the Trump administration's now-rescinded policy of separating children from parents found crossing the U.S.-Mexico border illegally, and some of those same groups were not pleased with the president's proposed solution.
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Novak to lead pesticide industry group CropLife America
National Corn Growers Association CEO to succeed Jay Vroom, who is retiring after heading association for nearly 30 years Novak CropLife America has tapped National Corn Growers Association CEO Chris Novak as its next top executive following the departure of Jay Vroom later this year.
Read MoreTariffs escalate war of words
President Donald Trump's decision to impose tariffs on goods from China and U.S. allies has proven unpopular with most business groups, but the sentiment isn't universal. The White House announced June 15 that the U.S. would impose a 25 percent tariff on billions of dollars in Chinese goods, setting off a fresh round of condemnation from associations already disappointed in his decisions to pursue similar penalties against Canada and the European Union.
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Pitching bipartisanship through softball
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Leader interview: Kelly energizes community at public power group
Information sharing is critical during time of rapid change; cybersecurity a top issueKelly Sue Kelly sees alternate futures for members of the American Public Power Association. Planning now for what might be ahead is the challenge.
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