Nneka Chiazor Becomes First Woman President of Public Affairs Council
The Historic Appointment of Nneka Chiazor
Nneka Chiazor will take over as president of the Public Affairs Council in January, becoming the first woman and person of color to lead the organization in its 70-year history. This landmark shift highlights the Council's evolution and commitment to representation in leadership roles.
Experience and Vision
Chiazor, currently the market vice president at Cox Communications, has an impressive resume, having been a member of the Public Affairs Council’s board of directors from 2018 to 2023. She previously held the position of vice president of government and public affairs at Cox, and spent 14 years at Verizon, including a role as vice president of public policy.
A Commitment to Collaboration
In her statement, Chiazor expressed her gratitude, stating that it is a deep honor to accept this role. She emphasized her goal to build upon the principal vision of the Council to facilitate mutual understanding and collaboration between business and government. Courtney Geduldig, chair of the selection committee, commended Chiazor's energy and passion as key to advancing the Council's mission.
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