CHICAGO (April 11, 2008) - The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) has announced at the NKBA's annual Kitchen/Bath Industry Show & Conference (K/BIS^®) that after a thorough and involved process, Don Sciolaro has been unanimously approved by the Board of Directors to be the Association's Chief Executive Officer.

Sciolaro joined the NKBA in 2006 as Director of Member Services, where he excelled in increasing membership and strengthening the NKBA's local chapter programs. He oversaw the recruiting, retention, and recognition of NKBA members worldwide.

"Don has been a terrific leader for the Association over the past two years, so appointing him as the NKBA's CEO was a clear decision," said 2008 NKBA President Sara Ann Busby, CKD. "With Don's vision and ability to meet lofty goals, I'm sure he's going to take the Association to places we've never dreamed of. With Don as CEO, I'm very excited about the future of the NKBA."

Prior to his service to the NKBA, Sciolaro spent 15 years with America's largest industry trade association, the National Association of Manufacturers, most recently as Senior Regional Manager for the group's largest division, the New York/New Jersey region. He was responsible for membership and organizing grassroots public affairs efforts. Sciolaro arranged sessions with members of Congress and association members to educate lawmakers on key issues.

About the National Kitchen & Bath Association

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is a non-profit trade association that owns the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show & Conference (K/BIS^®). With more than 41,000 members, the NKBA has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry for over 45 years. The mission of the NKBA is to enhance member success and excellence, promote professionalism and ethical business practices, and provide leadership and direction for the kitchen and bath industry. For more information, please visit the NKBA Press Room at www.nkba.org/press or call (800) THE-NKBA.