IECA to welcome new executive director
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO, Oct. 24, 2007 -- The International Erosion Control Association's Board of Directors has selected Russell Adsit, FASLA, to serve as the association's executive director. Adsit will begin his term on November 5, 2007.
As a current member of IECA, Adsit is familiar with the association, its structure and its membership. "I am excited for this opportunity to play a vital role in the growth of such a valuable industry resource," said Adsit. "I think there are many opportunities for IECA to expand and provide more information and education to the erosion, sediment control and stormwater industry."
Adsit combines a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia and a Masters in Agribusiness Management from Mississippi State University with business and association management skills gained through years of business ownership in Memphis, Tenn. and volunteer service for the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) at both the national and state levels.
Passionate about training and continuing education, Adsit has taught at Mississippi State University and has presented and spoken at various universities and association events.
The IECA Board of Directors feels Adsit's strong background in long and short-term planning including financial planning and management will be a valuable asset as the association moves forward with its long range plan.
Adsit replaces Ben Northcutt who served as the association's executive director for 19 years before resigning in June 2007.
The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is the world's oldest and largest association devoted entirely to helping members solve the problems caused by erosion and its byproduct -- sediment.
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