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Who might move from Congress to CEO? It could come down to timing

Former lawmakers must also exhibit leadership, vision, member-centric focus Departing members of Congress may have visions of CEO jobs dancing in their heads, but the odds of landing at an association are actually quite low. Still, a few retirees or election losers have the right combination of name recognition, influence and experience that—along with fortuitous timing—could make them primo candidates in the coming months. Landrieu Holt Johanns Pryor Some of the biggest buzz surrounds Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu, a business-friendly Democrat with a long career of advocating for the oil and gas industry. "Mary Landrieu is the poster child for somebody that… Read More