The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) named Steven C. Echard, IOM, CAE, Chief Executive Staff Officer, effective April 14, 2014.  Prior to joining AASLD, he served as executive director of the Rheumatology Research Foundation, raising more than $100 million for rheumatology research and career development.  This new opportunity marks and an end to over 20 years of service to the American College of Rheumatology.  He is also currently serving as Chair of the Board of Commissioners for the Certified Association Executive (CAE) program.  Read the full press release here.

We wish you all the best in your new position and new city (Washington, D.C.), Steve!