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Newspaper Association Managers, Inc. (NAM) is a professional organization of executives of state, regional, national and international newspaper associations headquartered in the United States and Canada. NAM fosters communication and the sharing of ideas and information among its members for the benefit of the newspaper associations managed by NAM members.
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NAM News
Kiggins joins Wyoming Press
The Wyoming Press Association recently announced the appointment of Steve Kiggins as its new executive director.
Kiggins brings a strong background in journalism and association leadership to the role and will oversee the organization’s advocacy, member services, and professional development initiatives. He succeeds outgoing leadership at a time when the association continues its work supporting a vibrant and sustainable press across Wyoming.
“We are pleased to welcome Steve and look forward to his leadership,” said association officials. “His experience and commitment to the industry will serve our members well.”
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Jameson named exec in Illinois
Steve Jameson has accepted the position of IPA President & CEO, replacing Don Craven who resigned in October.
For more than twenty years Steve has served in a number of leadership roles in the newspaper industry. He has been a newspaper owner, regional advertising director, advertising director, editor, publisher, circulation director, and regional executive for various newspaper companies. He has also served on the board of directors of the Minnesota Newspaper Association, and on advertising and legislative committees of the Iowa Newspaper Association and Virginia Press Association.
For the past nine years Steve has been the publisher of The Free Press in Mankato, Minnesota as well as a regional executive for CNHI, LLC helping to oversee papers in Missouri, Kansas, and Iowa.
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Timmons takes reins in Kentucky
The Kentucky Press Association has announced the appointment of Tim Timmons as its new executive director. Timmons will officially begin his duties on March 15.
He succeeds David Thompson, who retired after 42 years of distinguished service to Kentucky’s newspaper industry.
Timmons brings more than four decades of experience in publishing, media management, and press association leadership, with extensive expertise in executive leadership, financial management, legislative advocacy, and multi-publication operations. His career reflects a deep commitment to the sustainability, growth, and future of local journalism.
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