2026 CCA President's Letter
As we welcome 2026, I am honored to serve as your new President. Having been a proud member of the Columbus Compensation Association (CCA) for more than 25 years, I do not take this responsibility lightly. Together, we have built an incredible community—and I’m thrilled to share that CCA has been recognized as WorldatWork’s Strategic Partnership Award winner! This prestigious honor reflects the dedication of our members and Board. Thank you for making CCA an exemplary organization.
Celebrating 2025
Last year was truly special as we marked CCA’s 45th anniversary, a milestone made possible by your commitment and engagement. Throughout 2025, we hosted outstanding events featuring industry leaders such as Rob Bentley and Reese Bacon (Gallagher), Lori Wisper (WTW), Scott Schubert and Sheila Sever (Deloitte), Nancy Romanyshyn (Syndio), and Gail Greenfield (Trusaic). We also partnered with OpenSymmetry and Varicent for a deep dive into sales compensation and collaborated with the Twin Cities Compensation Association on The Future of Compensation: Combining Human Expertise with AI. Your participation made these events a success and strengthened our community.
Acknowledging Our Leaders
A heartfelt thank you to the 2025 CCA Board for their unwavering commitment to creating award-winning programs and resources. To our departing Board members, your contributions have left a lasting impact, and we are grateful for your time, expertise, and passion.
Looking Ahead to 2026
This year promises exciting opportunities! We have a fantastic lineup of speakers and initiatives, including:
- Comp & Coffee gatherings for casual networking during non-meeting months.
- Engaging in-person member meetings featuring top industry experts.
- Insights and updates from the 2026 WorldatWork Total Rewards Conference.
We’re also introducing a Philanthropy Chair role to give back to our community—another way CCA continues to grow and make a difference.
Stay connected through our website, LinkedIn, newsletters, and text updates to maximize your membership experience.
Get Involved
Our strength lies in our members. If you’re interested in volunteering, sharing your expertise, or simply attending events, we encourage you to reach out. Together, we will continue advancing the compensation profession and shaping its future in Central Ohio.
Thank you for your commitment to CCA and for making this an extraordinary organization. Here’s to another year of success and innovation!
With gratitude and anticipation,
Kim Nauman
President (2026–2027)
