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CHA CEO Departs

GDA Staff -- Gifts and Dec, 5/12/2011 5:20:05 PM

Elmwood Park, NJ - Steve Berger has resigned his position as president and chief executive officer of the Craft & Hobby Association (CHA). Hired in 2003, Berger was instrumental role in the organizational merger between HIA and the Association of Crafts & Creative Industries that formed CHA.

"We are saddened to see Steve leave. He has provided strong leadership to the association and spearheaded many important initiatives within the industry. We have three highly experienced vice presidents on staff at CHA who will keep the Association moving ahead. We don't foresee any issues ensuring that key programs will stay on track," said Larry Olliges, CHA board chairman.

The Board of Directors will immediately begin a search for a new chief executive. No timetable has been set for securing a replacement. In the interim, Tony Lee, vice president of meetings & expositions, will serve as acting president and CEO.

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