Scott Pearce, Executive Director of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is leaving to become the new president of the Cigar Association of America (CAA). Pearce replaces David Ozgo who departed to organization earlier this year. The PCA has announced that in the interim Deputy Executive Director Joshua Habursky will fill the vacancy and oversee operations in coordination with PCA’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
“We are grateful for Scott’s time at PCA that saw transformative positive changes for the association from advocacy to trade show and especially grateful that he was able to work with us to hire an incredible team that will have a lasting legacy even after he leaves the organization,” says Scott Regina, PCA Board President in a statement by the pCA.
Joshua Habursky, Interim Executive Director, added: “With change comes opportunity. Scott was part of a team of staff and a board of directors that resurrected an organization that faced tough times during the pandemic. The association is in a strong position and will continue to be the advocacy leader for premium cigars, host its world-class trade show, and grow all facets of its membership with our existing team.”
Pearce’s last day with PCA will be May 24, 2024 and start his role with CAA on effective May 28, 2024.
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