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Television Academy: Rules Changes for 78th Emmy Competition Announced
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Television Academy issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2026:
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Rules Changes for 78th Emmy Competition Announced
The Television Academy announces new category names for the 78th Emmy Awards competition in 2026
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The Television Academy today announced rules changes for the 78th Emmy Awards competition in 2026, including a new name for the Outstanding Television Movie category; changes to the Short Form, Sound Mixing and Music categories; and expanded eligibility in the Casting, Costume and Lighting, Camera & Technical Arts categories.
The 2026 Rules
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Television Academy issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2026:
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Rules Changes for 78th Emmy Competition Announced
The Television Academy announces new category names for the 78th Emmy Awards competition in 2026
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The Television Academy today announced rules changes for the 78th Emmy Awards competition in 2026, including a new name for the Outstanding Television Movie category; changes to the Short Form, Sound Mixing and Music categories; and expanded eligibility in the Casting, Costume and Lighting, Camera & Technical Arts categories.
The 2026 Rules& Procedures book will be posted the week of Jan. 19.
Partial Rules changes for 78th Emmy competition (2026):
Television Movie Category:
The name of the Outstanding Television Movie category has been changed to Outstanding Movie to more accurately reflect the evolving landscape of cinematic content created for broadcast or streaming.
Short Form Program Categories:
Outstanding Short Form Nonfiction or Reality Series and Outstanding Short Form Comedy, Drama or Variety Series will now be tracked categories. Each category will recognize two genres: original series and series based on/derived from other programming. The number of nominees will be proportional to the number of submissions in each genre with at least one nomination for each genre.
Sound Mixing Category Split:
Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Nonfiction or Reality Program has been split into two categories: Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Nonfiction Program and Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Reality Program.
Music:
* Outstanding Music Composition for a Documentary/Nonfiction or Reality Program (Original Dramatic Score): Will now allow eligibility for reality programs that contain an original dramatic score.
* Outstanding Main Title Theme Music: Expanded eligibility to include main-on-end themes. Both a Main Title Theme (appearing at the beginning of the program) and a Main-on-End Title Theme (appearing after the final act, before the end credits/crawl) are eligible.
Emmy Eligible Titles:
The following peer groups have expanded professional titles for eligibility.
* Casting: Associate Casting Director has been added as an eligible title for scripted series categories (comedy, drama, and limited or anthology series). Associate Casting Director entrants must have had meaningful, creative impact. All eligibility is subject to final and definitive review by the Casting Directors Peer Group Executive Committee to determine principal creative contributions.
* Costumes: Key Costumer has been added as an eligible title.
* Lighting, Camera & Technical Arts: Director of Photography has been added as an eligible title in the Technical Direction and Camerawork categories, if the following conditions are met:
- They are not eligible in any other category of the competition.
- They are not submitting a petition to be included in the Lighting Direction/Lighting Design categories.
- The Technical Director has been notified and approves their inclusion. Note: If there is no eligible Technical Director; the Director will be responsible for approving the DP.
* Reality Programming: Line Producer has been added as an eligible title in all reality programming categories.
AI Statement:
The following statement has been added to the Rules & Procedures:
The Television Academy reserves the right to inquire about the use of AI in submissions. The core of our recognition remains centered on human storytelling, regardless of the tools used to bring it to life.
Previously announced 2026 rules changes include:
Legacy Award:
The Television Academy announced the creation of the Legacy Award, recognizing a television program that has made a profound and lasting impact on audiences and sustained its relevance to society, culture and the industry.
Casting:
To streamline the number of reality casting titles that are eligible for Emmy consideration, the following titles will be eligible starting with the 2026 Emmy competition:
* Casting By
* Executive in Charge of Casting
* Supervising Casting Director
* Supervising Casting Producer
* Senior Casting Director
* Casting Director
* Senior Casting Producer
* Casting Producer
* Celebrity Casting By
Music - Main Title Theme:
A Main Title Theme must appear in 50% or more of eligible episodes submitted for the 2026 Emmy competition. The Main Title Theme has been further defined as a musical fingerprint and calling card that is identifiable and unique to a show, thereby drawing an audience in by setting the show's tone and what is to come.
The complete list of new rules for the 78th Emmys linked here (https://www.televisionacademy.com/files/assets/Downloads/78-emmy-rules-changes-260109-full-list.pdf).
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Original text here: https://www.televisionacademy.com/features/news/awards-news/260109-emmys-rules-changes
[Category: Entertainment Industry]
National Retail Federation: Import Cargo Volume Expected to Remain Down Year-Over-Year Until Spring
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 (TNSrep) -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release:
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Import Cargo Volume Expected to Remain Down Year-Over-Year Until Spring
Import volume at the nation's major container ports is forecast to see its first month-over-month gain in six months during January but is expected to remain down year over year until spring, according to the Global Port Tracker (https://nrf.com/topics/global-port-tracker) report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.
"There should be a brief bump in imports this month ahead of Lunar
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 (TNSrep) -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release:
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Import Cargo Volume Expected to Remain Down Year-Over-Year Until Spring
Import volume at the nation's major container ports is forecast to see its first month-over-month gain in six months during January but is expected to remain down year over year until spring, according to the Global Port Tracker (https://nrf.com/topics/global-port-tracker) report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.
"There should be a brief bump in imports this month ahead of LunarNew Year factory shutdowns in Asia, but we're otherwise headed into the post-holiday shipping lull that comes each year," NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold said. "Retailers had a busy holiday season and are assessing what's ahead in 2026 so they can keep supply chains running smoothly to ensure consumers can find the products they want at prices they can afford. Retailers are hoping for more stability and certainty, especially regarding tariffs and trade policy, in 2026 to help ensure better supply chain operations to meet consumer needs."
Following "chronic uncertainty" from increased U.S. tariffs in 2025, the impact on cargo imports in 2026 is likely to still be affected by trade policy, Hackett Associates Founder Ben Hackett said.
"As 2026 begins, we see a world increasingly focused on protecting domestic industries and addressing perceived trade imbalances," Hackett said. "This approach has raised questions about the future of free trade and international economic cooperation."
Chart: Monthly imports 2024-2025
(TEU-Millions)
U.S. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 2.02 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units -- one 20-foot container or its equivalent -- in November, the latest month for which final data is available. That was down 2.3% from October and down 6.5% year over year.
Ports have not yet reported numbers for December, but Global Port Tracker projected the month at 1.99 million TEU, down 6.6% year over year. November and December are traditionally slow, but the year-over-year declines are partly because imports in late 2024 were elevated by concerns over port strikes. In addition, many retailers imported cargo earlier than usual in 2025 to avoid tariffs.
The first half of 2025 totaled 12.53 million TEU, up 3.7% year over year. The full year is forecast at 25.4 million TEU, down 0.4% from 25.5 million TEU in 2024.
With volume forecast at 2.11 million TEU, January is expected to see the first month-over-month increase since last July as retailers bring in merchandise prior to February's Lunar New Year holiday in Asia but would still be down 5.3% year over year. February is forecast at 1.94 million TEU, down 4.6% year over year; March at 1.88 million TEU, down 12.4%, and April at 2.03 million TEU, down 8.1%. May is forecast at 2.07 million TEU, up 6.2% for the first year-over-year gain since last August.
Chart: Imports 2004-2025
(TEU-Millions)
Global Port Tracker, which is produced for NRF by Hackett Associates, provides historical data and forecasts for the U.S. ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle and Tacoma on the West Coast; New York/New Jersey, Port of Virginia, Charleston, Savannah, Port Everglades, Miami and Jacksonville on the East Coast, and Houston on the Gulf Coast. The report is free to NRF retail members, and subscription information is available at NRF.com/PortTracker or by calling (202) 783-7971. Subscription information for non-members can be found at www.globalporttracker.com.
As the leading authority and voice for the retail industry, NRF analyzes economic conditions affecting the industry through reports such as Global Port Tracker.
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About NRF
The National Retail Federation passionately advocates for the people, brands, policies and ideas that help retail succeed. From its headquarters in Washington, D.C., NRF empowers the industry that powers the economy. Retail is the nation's largest private-sector employer, contributing $5.3 trillion to annual GDP and supporting more than one in four U.S. jobs -- 55 million working Americans. For over a century, NRF has been a voice for every retailer and every retail job, educating, inspiring and communicating the powerful impact retail has on local communities and global economies. nrf.com
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About Hackett Associates
Hackett Associates provides expert consulting, research and advisory services to the international maritime industry, government agencies and international institutions. www.hackettassociates.com
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Original text here: https://nrf.com/media-center/press-releases/import-cargo-volume-expected-to-remain-down-year-over-year-until-spring
[Category: Business]
National Alliance for Care at Home Joins Dr. Oz, CMS Leadership, to Strengthen Program Integrity in Home Health and Hospice
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- The National Alliance for Care at Home issued the following news release:
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Alliance Joins Dr. Oz, CMS Leadership, to Strengthen Program Integrity in Home Health and Hospice
On January 9, the National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) continued its collaboration with CMS by attending a listening session in Los Angeles, CA, with Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Kim Brandt, Deputy Administrator Chief Operating Officer, and Director of the Center for Program Integrity for CMS, and Chris Klomp, Deputy
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ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- The National Alliance for Care at Home issued the following news release:
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Alliance Joins Dr. Oz, CMS Leadership, to Strengthen Program Integrity in Home Health and Hospice
On January 9, the National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) continued its collaboration with CMS by attending a listening session in Los Angeles, CA, with Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Kim Brandt, Deputy Administrator Chief Operating Officer, and Director of the Center for Program Integrity for CMS, and Chris Klomp, DeputyAdministrator for CMS and Director of the Center for Medicare, to discuss fraud, waste, and abuse in home health and hospice.
Program integrity is a key priority for the Alliance, and the Alliance has worked closely with CMS, lawmakers and regulators, in partnership with its members and the broader care at home community, to ensure the ideals at the heart of these care models are upheld in the practice of care. Care at home providers put patients' values, needs, and goals first, creating a plan of care specific to each patient and family. As part of an ongoing dialogue with CMS, the Alliance, in partnership with LeadingAge, recently submitted a letter to Dr. Mehmet Oz regarding Recommendations to Strengthen Home Health and Hospice Program Integrity.
The letter states: "We strongly support CMS's ongoing efforts to strengthen program integrity and believe that fraud, waste, and abuse can be effectively prevented and addressed while reducing burden on legitimate providers furnishing critical services in the home. As CMS continues to refine its oversight strategies, we encourage the agency to adopt measures that are analytically rigorous, operationally feasible, and take a targeted risk-based approach, consistent with CMS's statutory authorities."
View the full letter for a detailed list of recommendations.
"The Alliance appreciates the opportunity to continue our dialogue with CMS about ensuring program integrity across these essential home-based services," said Dr. Steve Landers, CEO of the Alliance. "We share the administration's goal of eliminating fraud, waste, and abuse in home health and hospice care, and will continue to partner with the agency as it pursues solutions that reduce the burden on legitimate providers and protect patient access to care at home."
The Alliance supports the administration's goal to eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse in home health and hospice in a highly targeted and effective manner. Rooting out bad actors is essential to protecting access to high-quality care where patients want it most- at home. Learn more about our history of defending program integrity.
The Alliance looks forward to continuing its ongoing collaboration with CMS on this important initiative.
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About the National Alliance for Care at Home
The National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance) is the leading authority in transforming care in the home. As an inclusive thought leader, advocate, educator, and convener, we serve as the unifying voice for providers and recipients of home care, home health, hospice, palliative care, and Medicaid home and community-based services throughout all stages of life. Learn more at www.AllianceForCareAtHome.org.
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Original text here: https://allianceforcareathome.org/alliance-joins-dr-oz-cms-leadership-to-strengthen-program-integrity-in-home-health-and-hospice/
[Category: Health Care]
NFIB Jobs Report: Owners Report Mixed Employment Conditions
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: Business] (TNSrpt) -- The National Federation of Independent Business issued the following news release:
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NFIB Jobs Report: Owners Report Mixed Employment Conditions
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AUSTIN (Jan. 9, 2026) - NFIB's December jobs report found that 33% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in December, unchanged from November. Unfilled job openings remain above the historical average of 24%. Twenty-eight percent have openings for skilled workers (up 2 points), and 10% have openings for unskilled labor (down 2 points).
"The
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: Business] (TNSrpt) -- The National Federation of Independent Business issued the following news release:
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NFIB Jobs Report: Owners Report Mixed Employment Conditions
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AUSTIN (Jan. 9, 2026) - NFIB's December jobs report found that 33% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in December, unchanged from November. Unfilled job openings remain above the historical average of 24%. Twenty-eight percent have openings for skilled workers (up 2 points), and 10% have openings for unskilled labor (down 2 points).
"Theeconomic climate continues to support the small business labor market," said Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg. "Although employment conditions vary, fewer owners report labor as their biggest challenge while compensation pressures are escalating."
"Unfortunately, Texas small business owners are not immune to the hiring challenges we see across the country. Our members have the positions; they just need qualified applicants," NFIB State Director Jeff Burdett said.
A seasonally adjusted net 17% of owners plan to create new jobs in the next three months, down 2 points from November.
Overall, 53% of owners reported hiring or trying to hire in December, down 3 points from November. Forty-eight percent of owners (91% of those hiring or trying to hire) reported few or no qualified applicants for the positions they were trying to fill (down 2 points). Twenty-five percent reported few qualified applicants (down 5 points), and 23% reported none (up 3 points).
In December, 19% of small business owners cited labor quality as their single most important problem, down 2 points from November. Labor costs, reported as the single most important problem by small business owners, rose 1 point to 9%.
Seasonally adjusted, a net 31% of small business owners reported raising compensation in December, up 5 points from November. A net 24% (seasonally adjusted) plan to raise compensation in the next three months, unchanged from November.
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REPORT: https://www.nfib.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NFIB-December-2025-Jobs-Report.pdf
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Original text here: https://www.nfib.com/news/press-release/nfib-jobs-report-owners-report-mixed-employment-conditions-3/
California's Budget Must Address Massive Federal Cuts to Health Care
SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 10 -- The California Medical Association issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2026:
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California's budget must address massive federal cuts to health care
In response to Governor Gavin Newsom's 2026-27 budget proposal, California Medical Association President Rene Bravo, M.D., issued the following statement:
Californians are facing significant uncertainty because of H.R. 1 and other Trump administration policies that will lead to substantial cuts to the state's budget. While we recognize the volatility coming out of Washington, the reality is that these
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SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 10 -- The California Medical Association issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2026:
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California's budget must address massive federal cuts to health care
In response to Governor Gavin Newsom's 2026-27 budget proposal, California Medical Association President Rene Bravo, M.D., issued the following statement:
Californians are facing significant uncertainty because of H.R. 1 and other Trump administration policies that will lead to substantial cuts to the state's budget. While we recognize the volatility coming out of Washington, the reality is that thesefederal actions will have real financial consequences for California and its residents. A 'wait and see' approach, particularly when it comes to health care, leaves the state vulnerable at a moment when preparation is essential.
"Health care affordability remains a top concern for Californians and Americans alike. In California, voters have repeatedly and decisively directed the state to invest in safeguarding and strengthening our health care system, most recently through the overwhelming passage of Proposition 35 in 2024. In fact, voters have funded 270 new physician positions this year alone through new graduate medical education funding via Prop 35 -- an essential step toward meeting California's growing health care needs and addressing longstanding workforce shortages.
"While we appreciate the uncertainty created by an unpredictable federal administration, Californians cannot afford to be caught unprepared. At a time when federal support is being rolled back, costs continue to rise and health care is of paramount importance to voters, state leaders must lean in and take proactive steps to protect patients, access to care, and the stability of our health care system. We look forward to reviewing the May Revision after the administration has engaged with the Legislature on the best path forward to ensure California is prepared to meet these challenges.
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Original text here: https://www.cmadocs.org/newsroom/news/view/ArticleId/51104/California-39-s-budget-must-address-massive-federal-cuts-to-health-care
[Category: Medical]
Banks Respond to Proposed Cap on Credit Card Interest Rate
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Consumer Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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Banks Respond to Proposed Cap on Credit Card Interest Rate
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The Administration announced plans today to issue an executive order imposing a temporary 10% cap on credit card interest rates. The Consumer Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, American Bankers Association, Financial Services Forum and Independent Community Bankers of America issued a joint statement:
"We share the President's goal of helping Americans access more affordable credit. At the same
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Consumer Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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Banks Respond to Proposed Cap on Credit Card Interest Rate
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The Administration announced plans today to issue an executive order imposing a temporary 10% cap on credit card interest rates. The Consumer Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, American Bankers Association, Financial Services Forum and Independent Community Bankers of America issued a joint statement:
"We share the President's goal of helping Americans access more affordable credit. At the sametime, evidence shows that a 10% interest rate cap would reduce credit availability and be devastating for millions of American families and small business owners who rely on and value their credit cards, the very consumers this proposal intends to help. If enacted, this cap would only drive consumers toward less regulated, more costly alternatives. We look forward to working with the administration to ensure Americans have access to the credit they need."
CBA Advocacy
* To read CBA President and CEO Lindsey Johnon's recent commentary on the credit card landscape, click HERE.
* To read what subject matter experts are saying about how credit card interest rate caps harm consumers, click HERE.
* To understand the component part that make up an APR, read a CBA Data Desk HERE.
* To read recent research paper exploring the causes of the rise of credit card APRs, click HERE.
* To read CBA President and CEO Lindsey Johnson's recent op-ed about the perils of credit card interest rate caps and the harm they would have on consumers, click HERE.
* To read what researchers are saying about how interest rate caps would limit consumer choice in the free market, click HERE.
* To learn more about how rate caps hurt the very consumers they're supposed to protect, click HERE.
* To read an editorial from The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board against credit card interest rate caps, click HERE.
* To read our blog post examining the myths and facts of how credit card interest rate caps harm consumers, click HERE.
* Visit WashingtonWalletWatch.com to learn more about how government price controls on credit harms consumers.
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Original text here: https://consumerbankers.com/press-release/banks-respond-to-proposed-cap-oncredit-card-interest-rate/
AMWA Announces Transition to Capitol Hill Management Company, Strengthening Capacity to Advance Its Mission
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Jan. 10 -- The American Medical Women's Association issued the following news:
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AMWA Announces Transition to Capitol Hill Management Company, Strengthening Capacity to Advance Its Mission
The American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) is pleased to announce an exciting new chapter in its organizational journey: a transition to professional management with Capitol Hill Management Company, a company with over 45 years of experience serving associations and nonprofit organizations.
Partnering with Capitol Hill Management Company brings expanded operational, administrative,
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LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Jan. 10 -- The American Medical Women's Association issued the following news:
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AMWA Announces Transition to Capitol Hill Management Company, Strengthening Capacity to Advance Its Mission
The American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) is pleased to announce an exciting new chapter in its organizational journey: a transition to professional management with Capitol Hill Management Company, a company with over 45 years of experience serving associations and nonprofit organizations.
Partnering with Capitol Hill Management Company brings expanded operational, administrative,and strategic support--allowing AMWA to more effectively scale our programs, strengthen partnerships, and respond to the evolving needs of our members. With this increased capacity, AMWA is well-positioned to deepen its leadership development efforts, expand advocacy and education initiatives, and sustain the vibrant community that has defined the organization for more than a century.
This transition also carries special symbolic meaning. As AMWA is incorporated in New York, this move represents a return to our roots, while continuing to operate with a national and global perspective. It is both a homecoming and a step forward, honoring AMWA's history while building for the future.
As part of this transition, AMWA is delighted to introduce two key leadership roles that will further support the organization's mission and momentum: Chellie Hollis-Blondes, CAE, Associate Director, and Elizabeth McGovern, Assistant Director.
Chellie Blondes is an accomplished senior executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in association management and nonprofit governance. She is a recognized problem-solver committed to innovation and collaboration, with expertise spanning strategic planning, financial and human resource management, conference and education development, policy implementation, membership growth, and fundraising. Chellie currently serves as Executive Director of the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals and the Joint Council of Extension Professionals. She is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) with a Bachelor of Arts from Clemson University.
Elizabeth McGovern is an association professional with a background in nonprofit management, public affairs, and organizational operations. Her experience includes association administration, communications, event and meeting management, financial coordination, and cross-departmental project support for national professional organizations. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Arts from Binghamton University, where she graduated summa cum laude.
Chellie and Elizabeth will help strengthen day-to-day operations, program implementation, and member engagement--ensuring continuity, responsiveness, and excellence as AMWA continues to grow.
With an expanded team and the expertise of Capitol Hill Management Company, we look forward to having the capacity to achieve our goals. This next chapter reinforces AMWA's ability to turn vision into impact--empowering women in medicine, advancing equity in healthcare, and building a more just and inclusive future.
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Original text here: https://amwa-doc.org/news/amwa-announces-transition-to-capitol-hill-management-company-strengthening-capacity-to-advance-its-mission/
[Category: Medical]
