
Stu Kushner
Director of Communications and Membership
Stu joined the RGI team in 2018 as Director of Communications and Membership. He graduated from Indiana University in 2014 with a degree in journalism with a second concentration in English composition and a specialization in news reporting and writing.
Prior to working for RGI, Stu worked at a Washington, D.C.-based association management company where he held various communications roles with Pickle Packers International and the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association. He’s also held roles with the American Meat Institute, the American Frozen Food Institute and Global Cold Chain Alliance.
Stu is an expert in member engagement, new member recruitment strategies, writing and website management. He enjoys being able to work with many industries and help people succeed in their line of work.
In his spare time, you can find Stu spending time with his two adorable cats – Chloe and Arnold. He is a die-hard fan of the World Champion Washington Capitals, and other D.C. sports teams as well as developing his green thumb with his newfound passion for gardening.