ACEC News / Member Organizations
March 12, 2021
ACEC New York Appoints John Evers to be Next President & CEO
John Evers will succeed Jay Simson as president & CEO of ACEC New York on July 1, 2021,
Evers has spent 30 years working in government, association management and legislative affairs. He has most recently served as the senior director of government affairs for The Business Council of New York.
“I am confident that John Evers will successfully lead ACEC New York following my departure from the association,” said Simson. “His experience with the Business Council, paired with his knowledge of the A/E/C industry locally and statewide, make him an ideal leader for this association, and I look forward to seeing the positive changes he will bring to the role.”
“As incoming Chair, I look forward to working closely with John Evers in his new role as President and CEO,” said Rick Zottola, current Chair-elect of ACEC New York and Managing Partner for LERA Consulting Structural Engineers. “Change can be challenging, but the growth that comes with a new perspective is essential to future success. I know this appointment will be a positive step forward for the organization.”
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