It's official: Gaskins becomes CEO of United Spinal

EAST ELMHURST, N.Y. - The United Spinal Association has named Joseph Gaskins its permanent president and CEO. Gaskins is an experienced Washington, D.C., lobbyist, accomplished executive in the wireless industry and wheelchair user from Seattle. Gaskins became interim CEO in December, when Paul Tobin resigned. He has been a member of United Spinal's board of directors since April 2014. Gaskins says he looks forward to using his skills and experience to improve disability rights and help other wheelchair users achieve greater independence.