Chicago, February 26, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Legal Marketing Association (LMA), the voice for legal marketing and business development professionals, has announced Ashley Stenger as its new CEO. Mr. Stenger most recently served as LMA's interim CEO while LMA conducted a national job search. She has spent the past four years as part of the LMA team streamlining processes and procedures, expanding membership globally, and integrating LMA's eight regions into the association's daily operations. Prior to assuming the role of Interim CEO, she most recently served as LMA's Director of Global Operations and Strategy.
“We are excited to officially welcome Ashley to her new role,” said Kevin Iredell, Chairman of the LMA International Board of Directors. “Ashley not only brings a deep understanding of LMA, but she has the skills to lead the organization into the future with a focus on operational excellence and strategic vision.”
Mr. Stenger has more than 15 years of experience in association management and has worked for various associations, including the District of Columbia Bar Association, managing member communications for approximately 100,000 attorneys. She has also held a variety of roles in her 10 years with LMA's association management partner, Smith-Bucklin, who conducted a nationwide search with LMA leaders.
“I am excited to take on this new role and lead LMA in its next chapter,” said Stenger. “I would like to thank the Board of Directors for this opportunity and trust. It is an honor to serve this association and its members. I am committed to moving forward with my best efforts every day… to our members and dedication. There's nothing more valuable than volunteering.”
“Ashley’s appointment as LMA CEO is a testament to the outstanding leadership and dedication she has consistently shown throughout her career at SmithBucklin and to LMA,” said SmithBucklin’s Director of Association Management. Jim McNeil said. “SmithBucklin looks forward to continuing our relationship with LMA, which is built on trust, solutions and growth.”
Iredell added: “Ashley is the right leader for LMA now and in the future.”
About Legal Marketing Association
Founded in 1985, the Legal Marketing Association (LMA) is the voice of legal marketing and business development professionals, from CMOs and entry-level specialists to businesses of all sizes, consultants, vendors, and attorneys. This is a community where all levels gather. Marketers from other professions share their collective knowledge. LMA has eight regions and more than 40 local groups in the United States, Canada, and Europe, with approximately 4,000 members from 48 states in the United States and more than 20 countries. More than 90% of his 200 largest law firms in the United States employ his LMA members. Members at every stage of their career development can benefit from participating in LMA's wide range of programs, services, and resources. For more information, please visit www.legalmarketing.org.
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