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U.S. Direct Selling Association Announces New CEO

January 26, 2025 Leave a Comment

Dave Grimaldi
Dave Grimaldi

The U.S. Direct Selling Association (DSA) announced its new CEO, Dave Grimaldi, joining from Blockchain Association, where he served as Executive Vice President, Government Relations.

Grimaldi’s previous experiences include leading the Interactive Advertising Bureau’s policy team as an executive vice president and opening the Washington, D.C. office for Pandora. He has also held leadership roles in the federal government, serving as Senior Counsel for House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn and as Chief of Staff to Commissioner Mignon Clyburn of the Federal Communications Commission. Grimaldi earned a bachelor’s degree in English at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, followed by a J.D. at Catholic University Law School. He is a past board member of BBB National Programs, the Digital Advertising Alliance, the IAB Technology Lab, and Friends of the National Zoo.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dave Grimaldi as the new CEO of DSA. Dave’s well-rounded experience, including his work in Congress, with federal agencies and in multiple trade associations, has positioned him as a transformative advocacy leader. His well-established connections and deep respect on Capitol Hill, combined with his relentless work ethic and unique skill set, will undoubtedly elevate the DSA’s advocacy efforts to unprecedented levels. We are confident that Dave will bring a dynamic vision and unwavering commitment to advancing the interests of the direct selling community across the United States,” said Danny Lee, DSA Board Chairman and President and CEO of 4Life.

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