Business groups urge public, lawmakers to rally for masks
Retailers, manufacturers, life insurers, U.S. Chamber press for national standard, industry uniformity and voluntary compliance Trade groups concerned about the safety of workers and the economic impact of failing to quell the pandemic are calling for a national face mask policy and even urging their members and industries to require people to wear masks in indoor public spaces.
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Groups find low- and no-cost ways to boost staff engagement
Organizations say employees have gotten to know each other on a more personal level through virtual activities during the pandemic.Forburger, left, and Trudeau Virtual coffee chats every morning. "Best Dip Challenge." A socially distanced "parade" for a departing coworker. Some organizations have gone the extra mile to boost staff engagement during tumultuous times.
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Association Departures and Arrivals (July 24, 2020)
Gordon CEO departures Gordon to retire from grain and feed group The $5.5M-revenue National Grain and Feed Association announced that CEO Randy Gordon would retire next year after NGFA's 125th annual convention. Gordon has been with NGFA for 43 years, including the last eight as CEO.
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Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Airlines association endorses first-ever emissions standards for aircraft
Airlines for America is throwing its support behind what would be the first emissions standards for commercial aircraft, saying the new rule is needed if U.S. airlines want to operate in international markets. Want more news?
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Business groups sue to overturn work visa restrictions
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Manufacturers and two other business groups are suing the Trump administration for suspending certain worker visas, saying the decision jeopardizes the nation's economic recovery. Want more news?
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