Copper Development Association names new president

The Copper Development Association (CDA), New York, has named Thomas Passek its new president. He succeeds Andrew Kireta Sr., who recently retired after 36 years with the organization.

Passek has more than three decades of metals industry and association management experience. He most recently was the managing director of the ASM International, an organization that serves metallurgists, materials professionals and managers worldwide.

He also served as the executive director of The American Society for Nondestructive Testing, where he worked with standards-setting bodies including ASME, ASTM and ISO TAG groups. He is a member of the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives as well as the American Society of Association Executives.

“Thom’s significant experience makes him a strong choice to lead CDA,” says Stephen Higgins, CDA chairman. “I am confident that through his demonstrated ability to successfully lead a large professional association, Passek will continue to advance the strength and influence of CDA.”