The Worldwide Wooden Merchandise Affiliation (IWPA) has chosen Ashley Amidon to function its new government director, returning after serving in a earlier function because the group’s lobbyist and PAC director. Amidon brings a broad vary of trade affiliation expertise to IWPA, with a robust background in authorities affairs and public coverage. She assumed her function as IWPA’s government director on August 25.

“We enthusiastically welcome Ashley Amidon again to IWPA,” stated IWPA President JoAnn Gillebaard. “Ashley brings a deep data of our trade together with broad authorities affairs expertise. It will guarantee a easy transition for IWPA as we deal with the various challenges and alternatives earlier than us.”

Amidon labored most not too long ago as vp of public coverage for the Nationwide Pest Administration Affiliation, the place she led its public coverage crew and served as treasurer of its Political Motion Committee. Previous to that, she labored as lobbyist for the Nationwide Stone, Sand, and Gravel Affiliation, the place she labored on environmental and commerce coverage points. Amidon holds a B.A. in Historical past and Worldwide Affairs from George Mason College in Virginia and an M.A. in Worldwide Affairs from College of Hull within the UK. She additionally holds a Licensed Affiliation Government credential (CAE).

“IWPA performs a essential function in advocating for acceptance and demand for the legally-sourced and sustainable wooden merchandise,” Amidon stated. “I look ahead to returning and main IWPA as we work with our members and companions to navigate the continuing challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, provide chain strains, and compliance with an ever-changing regulatory and legislative panorama.”