Changes At The Top At EAA

For the last 50-plus years, two Pobereznys have been at the helm at EAA — first Paul, the founder, now 87, and then his son Tom — but that is about to change, at least partly. On Wednesday, EAA said Tom Poberezny will take over as chairman of the board, a position that Paul stepped down from recently, and also announced that Tom is ready to step down as president as soon as EAA finds the right replacement. Tom Poberezny said he will begin work with the board to initiate and lead a search for a new president, who will assume responsibility for day-to-day operations. As chairman, Tom Poberezny will provide ongoing counsel to the organization while focusing specifically on building EAA’s endowment. “It is my goal to responsibly secure the future of this organization and provide continuity of leadership,” Poberezny said. “I’m very proud of EAA’s accomplishments over the past half century. The organization is financially strong and ready to invest in its long-term future. I look forward to dedicating my experience and energies toward ensuring EAA’s ongoing success.”