CEO DATELINE - Healthcare information group pays $2.8 million to settle with exhibitors
The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society will pay $2.8 million to settle a class action lawsuit filed by exhibitors of its canceled trade show. Exhibitors will also get credit toward fees to participate in future conferences.Want more news?
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Video game group commits $1 million to Black Girls CODE
The Entertainment Software Association's philanthropic arm will spend $1 million in support of a multi-year initiative with Black Girls CODE, an organization that aims to empower girls of color aged 7 to 17 to become innovators in their fields.Want more news?
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Pandemic, high court create tax uncertainty for associations
Income from virtual trade shows could be subject to federal tax; states crafting patchwork of sales tax laws after Wayfair decisionDeeAssociations have two new tax wrinkles to think about: One because of a Supreme Court decision on state sales taxes and another because transactions at virtual trade shows could be considered unrelated business income.
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Trade group submits plan for holding Chicago Auto Show in July
By Kathryn WalsonMarch 12, 2021If the Chicago Auto Show happens in July, it could signal a turning point for McCormick Place, which has not hosted events for a year.Want more news?
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Departures and Arrivals (March 12, 2021)
CosgriffCEO departuresCosgriff plans departure from NEMAKevin Cosgriff announced he will retire from the National Electrical Manufacturers Association at the end of 2021. The former Navy vice admiral has led the $22M-revenue association for electrical equipment manufacturers and the medical imaging industries since 2014.
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CEO DATELINE - Plastics association names award after former CEO
CarteauxThe Plastics Industry Association has named a new award recognizing industry excellence after former CEO Bill Carteaux, who died from leukemia in 2018.Want more news?
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