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Kim Grimm’s 20-plus years in association management have covered a gamut of industries—from solid waste to product regulation to direct selling. In her current role as interim executive director at the National Association for Catering and Events, she may be overseeing the organization’s entire operation, but that doesn’t mean she forgot her start in retail sales. Here’s a glimpse at some of the job roles she’s had over the years:

> Start with the end in mind.

### A Working History

**1990-1992:**Sales Associate at Hudson Trail Outfitters

**1996-1998:** Meeting Registrar at Solid Waste Association of North America

**2003-2007:**Education Program Coordinator at Direct Selling Association

**2007-2012:**Membership and Marketing Director at National Association for Catering and Events

**2013-2015:**Marketing Manager at Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society

**2015-2017:**Deputy Director at National Association for Catering and Events

**2017 – :**Interim Executive Director at National Association for Catering and Events

***Editor’s Note:** When originally published, this article incorrectly reported Kim Grimm’s first job and the dates and title of her role at the Solid Waste Association of North America. It also incorrectly attributed a quotation to her. This is a corrected version. We apologize for the errors.*

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