Live From New Orleans: DMA Board Elects Several New Members

Several new members have been elected to the Direct Marketing Association Board of Directors.

They include: John Costello, executive vice president for merchandising and marketing for The Home Depot Inc.; George Ittner, president of The Territory Ahead; John Paolian, group president, publishing and retail services for R.R. Donnelley; and Michael Pepe, senior vice president for Dun & Bradstreet. Their terms start on Oct. 20.

In addition, Ronald L. Bliwas, CEO Of A. Eicoff & Co., will serve as chairman of the DMA’s executive committee. Stephen M. Lacy, COO of Meredith Corp. will come on as vice chairman. Donn Rappaport, CEO of American List Counsel Inc., will be treasurer.