CEO searches at big groups jump in 2013
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Read MoreCEO DATELINE - The daily roundup of news important to associations - Jan. 10, 2014
Groups welcome "fast track" trade bill A host of groups shot out statements Thursday in support of new bill that would speed along establishment of new trade agreements, saying it would be a big boost to the economy. Trade Promotion Authority allows the president to enter into trade agreements that Congress can approve or reject but cannot amend. Passage of TPA is the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's top priority in Congress, according to CEO Tom Donohue.
Read MoreAGA hires five in advocacy push
The American Gaming Association recently boosted its policy and communications department with five new hires, one of the largest shake-ups at the group since Geoff Freeman became CEO in July. The website Casino.org reported that the new staffers are likely part of a lobbying push for Internet gambling. The issue divides AGA membership, as Sheldon Adelson, founder, chairman and CEO of Las Vegas Sands, strongly opposes online gambling, the site reported. The new hires are:
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Associations push priorities as midterm elections loom
After an unfruitful 2013, many organizations want to see immigration reform, regulatory overhauls enacted in coming year Donohue
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Gaddis to leave Electrical Manufacturers
Former U.S. Army general has led association since 2005 Gaddis
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