Associations expand cybersecurity efforts to aid members
Groups hiring new staff, expanding programs to help businesses facing new threats as cybercrime becomes more prevalent As more businesses confront a rising tide of digital crimes, associations are responding by stepping up their cybersecurity offerings for members. In recent months, several trade groups have unveiled new cybersecurity efforts or added cybersecurity experts to their teams, among them the National Retail Federation, American Hospital Association, American Trucking Associations and Financial Services Roundtable.
Read MoreAssociations taking stands on gun violence, student protests
Some medical groups back member participation in March 24 national demonstration; school principals issue guidance on walkouts A growing number of associations are being drawn into the national debate on gun violence. At least two have announced support for a March 24 nationwide protest in support of more gun control, and one of those—the American Academy of Nursing—issued a statement backing the March 14 National School Walkout.
Read MoreUpcoming EU regulation puts data protection front and center
U.S.-based trade associations, professional societies that do business in Europe will likely need to take steps to ensure compliance A European Union regulation taking effect May 25 will create tough new mandates for how businesses and nonprofit organizations store and handle personal data, and even U.S.-based trade groups and professional societies may not be able to escape its reach.
Read MoreFor many associations, fight over tariffs enters new phase
Wide range of business groups plan to raise economic concerns to reverse tariffs on imported aluminum, steel and solar products Many business groups see President Donald Trump as an ally in efforts to lower taxes and reduce regulations, but in recent weeks they've received a stark reminder that the White House has far different priorities when it comes to international trade.
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Baer named CEO of merged financial industry associations
The Clearing House Association, Financial Services Roundtable to join forces following departure of FSR CEO Tim Pawlenty Baer Two of the nation's largest financial industry groups will merge into a new organization both say will boost their sector's advocacy efforts.
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McCurdy to retire from American Gas Association in 2019
CEO has led three groups in association career spanning nearly two decades; $34 million-revenue group to begin search for successor McCurdy Dave McCurdy will retire as CEO of the American Gas Association in February 2019, the $34 million-revenue group announced March 14.
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