Association booster Mahaffey reminds peers of core principles
Former head of Association Forum of Chicagoland says nonprofit groups—especially medical societies—face substantial challenges Chris Mahaffey has been steeped in associations since long before he became executive director of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons in 2003.
Read MoreAssociations face uncertainty as health exchange deadline nears
States must show by Jan. 1, 2013, they will be ready to operate health care exchanges beginning in 2014, or the federal government may run the exchanges instead. Progress in four places where many national associations are based:
Read MoreObama plan to encourage annuities hits the spot for IRI
Proposal would give retirees and workers greater retirement options, but financial planner certifying body registers skepticism With the Obama administration promoting annuities and longevity insurance for retirees and workers who contribute to retirement plans, few groups are happier than the Insured Retirement Institute.
Read MorePain at the pump fuels association PR
High gas prices send some trade groups scrambling to deflect criticism of their industries. The National Association of Convenience Stores wants drivers to know its found one culprit behind the surge in fuel prices: credit card companies.
Read MoreSenior Staff Appointments: April 2012
Government Affairs The $35M-revenue National Association of Chain Drug Stores has hired Leigh Knotts as director of state government affairs, responsible for advocacy in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina and Tennessee.
Read MoreALL launches campaign to promote lobbying law overhaul
Group recommends different registration thresholds for outside versus in-house lobbyists, but Congress is unlikely to act this year If the American League of Lobbyists gets its way, many more consultants, strategic advisors and possibly even association CEOs will be required to register as professional advocates.
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