EAA Names Tom Poberezny Chairman
As Chairman and President, Poberezny Announces Leadership Succession Initiative to Prepare EAA for Next Growth Phase
March 4, 2009 — EAA today announced the appointment of Tom Poberezny as chairman of the board.  EAA’s founder and previous chairman of the board, Paul Poberezny, 87, officially stepped down as chairman earlier this month.  Tom will continue with his current duties as president while also assuming the chairman’s role.

Additionally, Tom Poberezny announced a leadership succession initiative to prepare the organization for the next phase of growth.  He will begin work with the Board to initiate and lead a search for a new president. Continued success and continuity of leadership are key objectives.

After joining the organization, EAA’s new president will assume responsibility for day-to-day operations and will focus on enhancing membership value and growth.  As chairman, Poberezny will provide ongoing counsel to the organization while focusing specifically on building EAA’s endowment, which will lay the foundation to a secure future.



“It is my goal to responsibly secure the future of this organization and provide continuity of leadership,” Poberezny said.   “I’m very proud of EAA’s accomplishments over the past half century.  The organization is financially strong and ready to invest in its long-term future. I look forward to dedicating my experience and energies toward ensuring EAA’s ongoing success.” 

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