AMA picks Jim Madara as new EVP and CEO
Former University Of Chicago Medical Center head will take over American Medical Association July 1 The American Medical Association has named Jim Madara, a former head of the University of Chicago Medical Center, as its new executive vice president and CEO, effective July 1. Madara replaces Michael Maves, who is retiring after leading the Chicago-based group for 10 years. Ardis D. Hoven, chair of AMAs board of trustees, said in a statement that the AMA was thrilled to have Madara on board.
Read MoreFormer congressman steps down as IFA lobbyist
Charles Melançon, hired in February after six-year career in House, leaves to pursue "business opportunities" Melançon
Read MoreA bid, a marketing plan, and then the 'Atlanta Strategy' to win a meeting
The American Gas Association is now following a detailed six-month marketing plan in support of its bid to win the presidency of the International Gas Union for three years and host the World Gas Conference in 2018. RELATED CONTENT Groups seek to win global meetings
Read MoreAssociations come together to oppose new health care fee
In latest battle over the new overhaul, coalition members argue that the provision would be too burdensome for small business More than two dozen associations have joined a coalition that plans to work for the repeal of a mandated health insurance fee in the new health care law. Members of the Stop the HIT coalition include large business groups like the National Association of Manufacturers and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, as well as industry-specific associations like the Society of American Florists and the American Bakers Association.
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Read MoreAssociations, companies faced with calls for transparency
Supreme Court decision, U.S. Chamber of Commerce activities cited as main drivers behind shareholder disclosure resolutions. Shareholder groups advocating socially responsible investing have been increasingly pushing corporate disclosure of political contributions, including those to trade associations and other nonprofit groups. RELATED CONTENT
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