New Leadership Team Selected by NASBA President and CEO Elect Daniel Dustin

The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) is gearing up for a leadership transition as current President and CEO Ken Bishop prepares to retire later this month. Daniel Dustin, who was selected to succeed Bishop last April, has handpicked four individuals to join the leadership team and help steer the organization into the future.

Kent Absec, Brenner (Brie) Allen, William (Bill) Emmer, and Sedrik Newbern have been chosen by Dustin to take on key roles within NASBA, effective August 1. Each of these individuals brings a unique set of skills and experience working directly with NASBA’s member boards of accountancy.

Absec, hailing from Kellogg, ID, will serve as NASBA’s vice president of state board relations. With a background as the executive officer for the Idaho State Board of Accountancy, Absec will advocate for state boards and explore ways to support NASBA’s member boards.

Allen, a legal expert from Lexington, KY, will step into the role of chief legal officer for NASBA. With a focus on professional regulation and governance, Allen’s experience will be invaluable in overseeing all legal matters for the association.

Emmer, a CPA from Ramsey, NJ, will take on the role of vice president of operations at NASBA. With over 30 years of business and leadership experience, Emmer will oversee various operations related to the CPA exam, licensing, and other services provided by NASBA.

Newbern, based in Nashville, TN, will serve as president of the NASBA Center for the Public Trust and as chief ethics officer for NASBA. With a background in marketing and operations leadership, Newbern will manage the day-to-day operations of the CPT and ensure ethics compliance within the organization.

In a statement, Dustin expressed his confidence in the new leadership team, stating that NASBA is fortunate to have attracted such highly skilled individuals to help drive the organization forward. As Dustin prepares to take on the role of president and CEO, the addition of Absec, Allen, Emmer, and Newbern will undoubtedly strengthen NASBA’s position in the accounting profession.