Associations Spotlight

The Door & Hardware Federation has launched an Irish website for euro payments, localized training, and member services, enhancing support for Ireland's door, gate, and hardware professionals.

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has opened applications for the 2025 Ambassadors for the Red Meat Industry programme, inviting beef and sheep supply chain participants to join two-day workshops, mentoring, and alumni activities. Since its 2021 launch, the scheme has trained over 500 participants to enhance media readiness and community trust regarding animal welfare, sustainability, and the nutritional role of red meat.

The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants and the Shanghai Institute of Certified Public Accountants signed a memorandum on 9 July 2024 to enhance ties, align practices, and conduct training for over 20 Shanghai practitioners. This agreement supports ISCA’s 2024–25 expansion, aiming for ongoing cross-border networks and guidance on regulatory and technology developments.

The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation and the Scaffold & Access Industry Association signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Fort Worth on 7 August 2025 to cooperate on safety, training, and standards. The pact includes equipment testing exchanges, mutual membership access, and course recognition, noting that full equivalence needs detailed mapping and regulator engagement.

As Summer Reading ends, ALSC is guiding children's librarians to discounted fall webinars and courses in the new ALA Learning Library for flexible autumn planning.

The American College of Emergency Physicians announced on 7 August 2025 that Michael Fraser, PhD, MS, CAE, will be its new executive director, succeeding his role as CEO of the College of American Pathologists. Fraser will oversee advocacy, education, and policy to support emergency physicians; CAP will name an interim CEO before Fraser's departure on 27 October 2025.

Linda Ford will become chief executive of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland in September 2025, succeeding Sara Drake. She brings significant governance experience and a strategic vision to navigate changes from AI, cyber risks, and global pressures.

The International Surface Fabricators Association hires Laurie Weber, a leader in workforce development and strategic planning, signaling a new focus on innovation, ethics, and member engagement.

The Bathroom Association sees a leadership change as Tom Reynolds steps down after six years, handing over to Daphne Doody-Green, who will emphasize sustainability, supply chain expansion, and member engagement.

The International Sign Association has launched an upgraded Learning Hub with over 80 courses, including the advanced Signs 201 programme and Spanish options, to enhance skills and accessibility in the global signage industry.