American Cleaning Institute announces President and CEO’s departure




WASHINGTON, DC, October 17, 2024-

The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) today announced that its President and CEO, Melissa Hockstad, will step down from her position to lead the Consumer Brands Association. Hockstad joined ACI in January 2017 and has led the association for the last eight years. ACI has announced that it will initiate a search to identify a new leader.

Under Hockstad’s leadership, ACI experienced a transformative period of innovation and strategic growth. Her tenure saw the successful execution of key initiatives that enhanced member engagement, expanded its advocacy, communications, sustainability and science-based initiatives, and fortified the association’s position as an industry leader. She also played a critical role in navigating the association through the COVID-19 pandemic which had a substantial impact on the industry.


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