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HPA Names Kari Grubin Its First Woman President (EXCLUSIVE)

She begins her term on Jan. 1, succeeding Seth Hallen.

Also in 2025, Renard Jenkins will assume the role of vice president of the board, and its executive committee will be rounded out by Craig German and Graylind Wherry. In 2021, she and fellow board member Jenkins led the launch of HPA All, an initiative to strengthen the media and entertainment community by supporting career pathways for underrepresented groups. … Kari is an exceptional leader with the energy, expertise, and insight to guide HPA into its next era of growth and evolution.”

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