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March 5, 2010 print edition

Signs showing 2010 flat for meetings
Predicted recovery slow in coming with exception of some thriving industry sectors.

Associations rebuild reserves
But many groups have not fully replenished steep 2008 losses and a sense of uncertainty still hovers over financial future.

Supreme Court ruling not likely to leave PACs in the dust
Experts say political action committees are still seen as clean and transparent vehicle for funding advocacy and campaigns.

From the U.S. Senate to broadcasters, Smith is advocating for ‘constituents’
Former Oregon senator leaves his door open for 'another chapter of public service.'

Claiming hijacked leadership, rail group heads to court
Judge grants US High Speed Rail Association restraining order; former colleagues respond, launch new High Speed Rail Alliance.

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Subscriber AccessNews in Brief
Subscriber AccessTauzin’s departure from PhRMA arouses speculation
Former congressman disputes media reports citing industry displeasure at health care deal; search firms gunning for assignment.
Subscriber AccessAmerican Gas Association CEO Dave Parker to retire
The 30-year association veteran will leave his trade group at the end of 2010; two senior staffers assume additional duties.
Subscriber AccessSPECIAL REPORT: Groups use technology to move toward 365-day meetings
Some associations are turning a three-day event into a year-round virtual connection, with the assistance of a range of new tools.
Subscriber AccessCEOs take the snow emergency route
Many report contingency plan success as snarled Washington, D.C., struggles to function.
Subscriber AccessTwo printing association boards vote to combine forces

With the entire publishing industry transformed by new technology, groups see consolidation as a way to stay ahead of the curve.

Subscriber AccessTact is key for contract-less CEOs seeking written accord
Sitting CEOs seeking security in a legal employment agreement might consider raising the subject with the board, say observers.
Subscriber AccessPrivate Equity Council CEO makes his mark in startups
From his unique perspective, Doug Lowenstein traces the commonalities of the two industry groups he has led from their first days.
Subscriber AccessExperts see limited effect on groups after recent Supreme Court decision
But ruling could lead a few associations to consider electioneering expansion.
Subscriber AccessChamber replaces campaign director

Senior counsel succeeds Gunderson at multi-million dollar Free Enterprise effort.

Subscriber AccessChemistry Council taps new VP to lead federal relations
Hailed as a nonpartisan advocate, Moore comes from government relations positions in pharmaceutical and biotech industry.
Subscriber AccessK Street assessing hiring plans after Brown’s Senate victory
Some association observers see possible hiring shift at trade groups and lobby firms after Democrats’ loss of Senate supermajority.
Subscriber AccessIn the digital age, many groups maintain a place for print

While some associations have shifted entirely online, others say traditional publications still add tangible value and caché for members.

Subscriber AccessExperts urge association leadership to brace for wave of restive staffers
Job discontent, spurred by cutbacks, could drive turnover when hiring rebounds.
Subscriber AccessBig groups inflate overall lobbying spending last year

U.S. Chamber of Commerce doubles its previous spending record, set just last quarter, to report $71.2 million in Q4.

Subscriber AccessAssociations take sides as Congress rebuilds nation’s financial structure
Many groups fight proposed consumer protection agency; battle may last months
Subscriber AccessRecruiters somewhat optimistic about the upcoming year
Most say their firms hope to build on momentum that gathered steam as the economy began to recover in second half of 2009.
Subscriber AccessGlickman leaving movie group early to head Refugees International
MPAA CEO to take up new post at humanitarian group in April.
Subscriber AccessCorporate GR offices remaining stable despite economy
Public Affairs Council report also indicates D.C. outposts working more closely with individual industry trade organizations.
Subscriber AccessBankers' group dumps headquarters building at half price
Real estate data company CoStar Group announces the purchase of Mortgage Bankers’ office property on L Street, NW for $41M.

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