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The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates Announces John Bratsakis as CEO

June 24, 2026

ZRG Sterling Martin is thrilled to have partnered with The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates and its Board of Directors to appoint John Bratsakis as CEO, following a comprehensive national search. Bratsakis will lead the organization and its affiliated[…]

National Council For Adoption Names Kate Kennedy as President and CEO

June 23, 2026

Sterling Martin is proud to have partnered with the National Council for Adoption in the selection of Kate Kennedy as its next President and CEO. We congratulate Kate and NCFA on this exciting leadership appointment. Kennedy brings more than two[…]

Cathy Brigham to Lead American Guild of Organists (AGO) as Next Executive Director

June 23, 2026

Following an extensive nationwide search, AGO President Eileen Hunt announced that Cathy Brigham has been selected by the National Council to serve as the organization’s next Executive Director. Sterling Martin was proud to partner with the American Guild of Organists[…]

Carmen Elliott Introduced as Incoming President & CEO for Amputee Coalition

April 13, 2026

The Amputee Coalition announced the appointment of Carmen Elliott, DHS, CAE, as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Elliott brings more than two decades of leadership experience in healthcare associations, public policy, and nonprofit management. Previously, Elliott was with[…]

TMA Announces Christine Melendes as Incoming Chief Executive Officer

February 18, 2026

The Turnaround Management Association (TMA) announced the appointment of Christine Melendes as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 3, 2026. As CEO, Melendes will align strategy, governance, and execution to unlock new opportunities, amplify member engagement, and expand the association’s worldwide[…]

Emma Read Welcomed as Incoming CEO for AAVMC

November 6, 2025

The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) recently appointed Emma Read, DVM, of The Ohio State University (OSU) as its next Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Read will assume the role on February 1, 2026, succeeding Andrew T. Maccabe, DVM,[…]

Society for Neuroscience Selects Kevin B. Marvel as Executive Director

November 5, 2025

The Society for Neuroscience (SfN) has announced the selection of Kevin B. Marvel, PhD, as its next Executive Director. He will assume the role effective March 16, 2026, succeeding Marty Saggese, who has served as Executive Director since 2002. Marvel[…]

NAMA Appoints Christine Cochran as President & CEO

September 26, 2025

The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) recently announced the appointment of Christine Cochran as its next President & CEO. Cochran will officially join NAMA on December 2, 2025, succeeding Carla Balakgie, who is retiring after 14 years of transformative leadership.[…]

Jessica Homa Accepts Role as Executive Director for ISAC

September 16, 2025

The International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) recently appointed Jessica Noel Homa as its new Executive Director. Homa brings over 20 years of leadership experience working with scientific, nonprofit, and member-based organizations. She is recognized for driving strategic growth,[…]

Cass Isidro Takes On New Role as Executive Director for ASBrS

September 2, 2025

The American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) recently announced the appointment of Cassandra “Cass” Isidro as its new Executive Director. With more than 30 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Isidro brings expertise in member-focused leadership, strategic planning, governance, and[…]

CEO Update Interview with CEO David Martin on Association Talent Trends

January 5, 2024

“I still can’t fill jobs.” That’s a common refrain executive recruiter David Martin is hearing from top association leaders trying to build out staff, the CEO of Sterling Martin Associates said. “You read about all the downsizings in the tech[…]

First-Time CEOs Are on the Rise: Insights from the 2025 CEO Recruitment Trends

December 19, 2025

One of the most rewarding aspects of our work is helping search committees identify the best possible leader for their mission—even when that individual does not yet hold the title of CEO. This was a key topic of conversation when[…]

Sterling Martin Featured in the Wall Street Journal

July 29, 2024

David Martin, CEO of Sterling Martin Associates, shares one of his most memorable interview stories in If These Résumés Could Talk, a Wall Street Journal feature in which recruiters and headhunters share their wildest and most interesting stories. From fake[…]

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