Association Leader: Cal Dooley, Moving from Grocery Manufacturers Association to American Chemistry Council
In just four years, Cal Dooley has transitioned his career from Congress to the leadership of Washingtons top-tier trade associations.
Read MoreCorner office shelf: Profits with bottom line integrity
Former GE executive presents a business model fusing ethics and performance goals Imagine an office climate where staff and leadership are rewarded for doing the right thing, where integrity and ethical behavior supersede success at any cost, and staff bonuses are tied to an integrity quotient.
Read MoreCross training benefits associations and staff members
Built-in interdepartmental programs can develop new skills and even save money but they take time and forethought to implement well Associations of various sizes are looking to cross training as a cost-effective way to retain employees and fill temporary vacancies.
Read MoreDemocrats summon CEOs to rein in K Street
Frustrated by efforts to work with industry groups with GOP ties, Democrats convened association heads to work on common interests Senate Democratic leadership called a meeting this week with more than a dozen trade group leaders to send their own message to Washingtons industry associationsbe prepared to work with us if you want our help.
Read MoreGrassos legal victory is a technical win for CEOs
A New York courts decision dismissed claims of excessive compensation against the former head of the New York Stock Exchange Chief executives everywhere scored a symbolic victory in July with a court ruling that allowed the New York Stock Exchanges former CEO Richard A. Grasso to keep the $139.5 million he was paid.
Read MoreGround transport coalition launches campaign
In an effort to improve the nations deteriorating transportation infrastructure, the Americans for Transportation Mobility (ATM) coalition launched the FasterBetterSafer campaign June 23 to push for the renovation of roads, bridges and highways.
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