PPB March 2021

2021 PPAI H. Ted Olson Humanitarian Award recipient Bob Waldorf, CAS. PPAI Expo Direct-2-You was an opportunity for the Association to step well beyond the boundaries of a traditional, in-person trade show, but trying something new comes with risks. During the first day, the platform had its technical challenges, but the problems were immediately addressed and quickly resolved. As a result, PPAI extended the show hours starting the second day to give attendees ample time to see and experience it all. Read more about what went into planning and production of Expo Direct-2-You on page 31. Tina Berres Filipski is editor of PPB . In a live interview, Corey Gordon, CEO of Kids In Need Foundation, discusses current projects of the nonprofit, an organization PPAI has supported since 2007. PPAI leadership presents the annual Association Update where outgoing Board Chair Ira Neaman, MAS, passes the gavel to incoming Board Chair Todd Pottebaum, MAS+. Among one of the fun, pop-up events at D2U Live was a caricature artist who entertained attendees with his quick sketches. PPAI Expo Direct-2-You | FEATURE | MARCH 2021 | 27