The International Wood Products Association (IWPA) has named Ashley Amidon manager of governmental and public affairs. In this position, Amidon will work with Congress, regulatory agencies and a variety of international stakeholders on policies that help the global wood products industry.
Prior to joining IWPA, Amidon served as a Washington, D.C.-based fundraiser with Hammond & Associates and worked with the Republican National Committee on both state and national campaigns. Amidon received an M.A. in Globalization and Governance from the U.K.'s University of Hull.
"I am excited to work with IWPA members to assure we continue to project a strong voice for responsible policies and programs that grow the North American and global market for legal and sustainable hardwood and softwood products," Amidon said.
