CEO DATELINE - The daily roundup of news important to associations - Aug. 14, 2013
A4A chastises fed attempt to block airline merger The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to block a proposed merger between U.S. Airways and American Airlines, a move that the industry's main association said would be a disservice to customers. According to the Chicago Tribune, the Justice Department and six states filed a lawsuit Tuesday to stop the merger, saying that the deal would lead to higher fares and fees for travelers.
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CEO Update wins three APEX awards
Cited for website, series writing, content and design of entire issue CEO Update has been awarded three top honors in the 25th annual APEX competition for publication excellence, recognizing the publication's achievement in print and digital platforms.
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White House official heading to BSA? Victoria Espinel stepped down from her role as the nation's first chief intellectual property enforcement officer Friday amid rumors she is a top candidate to fill the currently vacant post of CEO of BSA | The Software Alliance.
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CUNA survey gauges women's financial practices The Credit Union National Association's Women's Financial Survey found that saving for retirement is the top concern for among women of all ages. The survey results, released last week, show retirement saving trumps paying off debt and buying a house as financial worries for women.
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Association Departures and Arrivals (Aug. 9, 2013)
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Groups threaten lawsuit if trade shows moved A coalition of organizations that hold trade shows at New York City's Jacob Javits Convention Center is upset with center's decision to displace six events to make space for a boat show. Among the displaced events is the National Retail Federation's annual convention and expo, typically held in January. NRF is a member of the Friends of Javits, the coalition that is threatening to sue if the trade show dates are not reinstated.
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