About ATA / Board Members
Charles Clifford | Board Member
Charles Clifford is the co-founder of Tumi, Inc. and served as CEO for many years before finishing his career heading up Tumi's international business. After receiving his MBA, Charlie served two years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Peru, working as a consultant with small businesses and assisting government agencies with economic development projects. Currently, he is a principal at Compass Partners International and a member of the President’s Council of ACCION International and the Dean’s Council of Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. Charlie is also the recipient of the Kelley School’s 2009 Distinguished Entrepreneur Award.