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Dr. Warren W. Wolf, 2005-2006 Society President stated that The Society has gone through a major transition during the past three years, resulting in a strong financial base and a sound strategic plan that defines vital roles for the Society in materials science, ceramic commerce and the international ceramics community. He noted that, “the Officers and Board are exceedingly pleased to find someone with Scott Steen’s high energy, enthusiasm and extensive experience in helping associations to strategize and to accomplish plans for growth and vitality.”

Scott Steen currently serves as chief knowledge & strategy officer for the American Society of Association Executives & The Center for Association Leadership, an international, voluntary organization with 22,000 members. Steen began his association career in 1985 and has held executive level positions managing education, marketing, and publications departments.

In his current position, Steen provides leadership to several functions, including strategic planning, knowledge initiatives, CEO services, web-based program and product development, and international activities. He played a pivotal role in the creation of The Center for Association Leadership, the premier provider of learning, future-focused research, and knowledge for the association profession, and served as The Center’s first chief operating officer until the organization merged with ASAE in 2004. He serves as editorial director for the Journal of Association Leadership, and is a frequent speaker, facilitator, and author on association topics.

“I am honored to be asked to join The American Ceramic Society as executive director at such an important time in its history,” Steen said. “Glenn Harvey and the board have done a terrific job of positioning ACerS for growth. I am looking forward to working with members and staff to build an organization that is both a leader in the materials science community and an essential resource for ceramic scientists and engineers.”

Steen will begin employment on October 1, assuming the executive director title on November 1.

About The American Ceramic Society

The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) is a 108-year-old non-profit organization that serves the informational, educational, and professional needs of the global ceramics community. The Society's more than 6,000 members comprise a wide variety of individuals and interest groups that include engineers, scientists, researchers, manufacturers, plant personnel, educators, students, marketing and sales professionals, and others in related materials disciplines. ACerS provides members in 80 countries with access to periodicals, books, meetings, and online technical information. www.ceramics.org.