New group of coal miner assns lobby Congress
A new coalition representing the mining industry is lobbying Congress over mine safety legislation introduced soon after last years passage of the MINER Act on safety standards. The Eastern Coal States Coalition, an ad-hoc group made up of mining associations from nine states, has been visiting Capitol Hill to convey their concerns about Congress oversight on safety and environmental issues in the industry.
Read MoreRésumé reviewers: handle with care
Everyone knows that the résumé is often the first introduction to a recruiter or human resources director, and this simple document can make or break your chances to move to the next level.
Read MoreSutton confirmed as Assistant Secretary of Commerce
The United States Senate has confirmed former association CEO William G. Woody Sutton as Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Manufacturing and Services. The appointment will make Sutton, who is a retired Navy Rear Admiral, a critical administration point person for the manufacturing and private sectors.
Read MoreProfile: Carter Keithley, TIA
They hired me to be the face of the industry and to communicate what we truly believe in, said Carter Keithley, CEO of the Toy Industry Association. So in the aftermath of a recall that involved 1.5 million toy trucks suspected to contain lead paint, Keithley became the public face of an industry in crisis, defensive, yet responsive to the media and consumers.
Read MoreBusiness assns tackle education policy with coalition
Business groups are venturing into national education policy to narrow the gap between what Americas public schools are teaching and the skills that tomorrows workplace needs. The NCLB Works! coalition is headed by the Business Roundtable and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Its members include the National Council of La Raza, which represents the Hispanic community, The LINKS, a nonprofit developed by African American women to support stronger communities, the Citizens Commission on Civil Rights and The Education Trust.
Read MoreHeidrick & Struggles posts double-digit growth
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles International reported $160.1 million in revenue for the second quarter this year, a 33.2 percent increase from the same quarter last year. The Chicago-based firm reported earnings of $21 million, or $1.11 per share, compared with earnings of $10.4 million, or 55 cents per share. Every sector of the companys business, including international posts, reported double digit increases in revenue.
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