Coalition advocates legislation to curb railroad rates
Consumers United for Rail Equity supports policies promoting more competition and repeal of railroads exemptions from antitrust law A coalition of industries reliant on freight rail is refueling efforts to increase federal regulation on railroads, with its support of legislation early this congressional session.
Read MoreExpert Opinion: Transforming a job interview into a grand slam event
Executive recruiter says primary focus should be discussion and exchange of ideas so applicant and search committee can learn about each other By Paul Belford The first thing to keep in mind about an interviewthe event itselfis that the purpose is not to get a job. The purpose of the interview is for the search committee and the candidate to get to know one another.
Read MoreFrozen food industry selects Kraig Naasz as new CEO
Association leader who departed National Mining Association in August is set to take up the reins at AFFI; sees intersection of both groups Former mining lobbyist Kraig Naasz sees the links between advocating for the industry that unearths natural resources and the one that represents frozen foods, the new lobby hell take over Feb. 1.
Read MoreIf layoffs are a possibility, employees can be proactive
At a time when job security is uncertain, employment experts say it is wise to be prepared stay connected and continue to be seen as valuable
Read MoreK Street churn signals change of guard in associations
The political landscape in Washington is generating turnover in the top ranks of several trade groups as they fine-tune leadership for the new reality Several trade and nonprofit leaders have departed and been swiftly replaced in recent weeks, as signs of change and transition sweep through Washingtons business and industry groups.
Read MoreK Street, contract lobbyists digest new lobbying rules
Executive order places fresh restrictions on appointees post-administration work, extends gift ban; some warn of unintended consequences New ethics and lobbying rules may slow Washingtons revolving door, but many lobbyists believe the rules will be hard to enforce and may unfairly restrict important information and expertise from reaching officials.
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