Current Executive VP Stephen Lamar to Lead AAFA
American Apparel and Footwear Association CEO Rick Helfenbein will step down Dec. 31, and Executive Vice President Stephen Lamar will become the association’s president and CEO. Helfenbein led AAFA for four years, and the organization pointed to the addition of…
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travel goods to the Generalized System of Preferences as one of the policy victories he achieved. "Rick has led us through some of the most disruptive periods in recent memory -- from the disastrous border adjustment tax to today's trade war with one of our most important trading partners. Throughout this time, he has advised the industry with charm and wit," Chairman Gary Simmons said in a press release announcing the leadership change. "At the same time, we are very excited to promote Stephen Lamar to the role of President and CEO. Many in the industry and policymaking community have grown to depend on Stephen's expertise on how policies impact the industry. His foresight of potential risks and opportunities is unmatched."