2025 CCA President's Letter
As we welcome 2025, I am honored to continue serving as your President. Reflecting on the accomplishments of 2024, I am inspired by the dedication and passion of our members, who make the Columbus Compensation Association (CCA) an invaluable community for compensation professionals in Central Ohio.
Reflecting on 2024’s Accomplishments
Last year, we hosted several outstanding events featuring industry leaders,
including Scott Cawood, CEO of WorldatWork; Megan Boyce from WTW; Brennan Rees
from Mercer; and Fred Presley from Porter Wright Morris & Arthur. From
engaging roundtable discussions to our special October session on sales
compensation in partnership with Varicent, 2024 was a year of growth and
collaboration. Additionally, our partnership with the Twin Cities Compensation
Association brought members a virtual presentation on AI’s role in
compensation, expanding our knowledge-sharing opportunities.
We are grateful to all our speakers, attendees, and partners for making these events a success. Your engagement continues to strengthen our community and advance our shared mission.
Acknowledging Our Leaders
A heartfelt thank you goes to the 2024 CCA Board for their unwavering
commitment to creating award-winning programs, events, and resources for our
members. Your dedication was instrumental in earning CCA yet another
WorldatWork Diamond Award.
To our departing Board members, your contributions have left a lasting impact. Thank you for your time, expertise, and passion, which have helped CCA thrive.
Looking Ahead to 2025
This year is especially exciting as we celebrate the 45th anniversary of the
Columbus Compensation Association! We are proud to honor four and a half
decades of fostering connection, professional growth, and excellence in the
compensation field. Throughout 2025, we’ll celebrate this milestone with
special events and initiatives that highlight the history, accomplishments, and
future of our organization.
In addition, we remain committed to our mission:
The Columbus Compensation Association is a member organization dedicated to
developing and connecting Compensation Professionals and expanding awareness of
the Compensation profession in Central Ohio through educational seminars,
member forums, cost-effective access to certification classes, and networking
opportunities.
To further this mission, we’re introducing a new philanthropy event to give back to our community.
We’ll also continue providing opportunities for growth and connection, including:
- Quarterly Comp and Coffee gatherings for casual networking and discussions.
- Engaging member meetings featuring top industry experts.
- Our highly anticipated annual Round Tables event.
- Updates and takeaways from the 2025 WorldatWork Total Rewards Conference.
Stay connected through our website, LinkedIn, newsletters, and text updates to make the most of your membership.
Get Involved
Our strength lies in our members. If you’re interested in contributing to CCA’s
success, whether by volunteering, sharing your expertise, or attending events,
I encourage you to reach out. Together, we can continue advancing the
compensation profession and making a difference in our community.
Thank you for your commitment to CCA and for making this an extraordinary organization to be a part of. Here’s to celebrating 45 years of success and an exciting future ahead!
With gratitude and anticipation,
Kim O’Grady
President (2024–2025)
