American Forest & Paper Association
David Ross is a seasoned professional in government affairs with extensive experience in legislative roles. Currently serving as the Manager of Government Affairs at the American Forest & Paper Association since June 2022, David previously held multiple positions at the U.S. House of Representatives from January 2017 to June 2022, including Legislative Assistant, Legislative Correspondent, and Staff Assistant. Prior to that, an Office Assistant role was completed at the Office of the Vice President/CFO and Comptroller at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from August 2013 to December 2016. David began a career in politics as a Congressional Intern at the U.S. House of Representatives in summer 2016. David holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Political Science and Government from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, obtained between 2013 and 2016.
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American Forest & Paper Association
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) serves to advance U.S. paper and wood products manufacturers through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy. The forest products industry is circular by nature. AF&PA member companies make essential products from renewable and recycle resources, generate renewable bioenergy and are committed to continuous improvement through the industry’s sustainability initiative—Better Practices, Better Planet 2030: Sustainable Products for a Sustainable Future. The forest products industry accounts for approximately four percent of the total U.S. manufacturing GDP, manufactures nearly $300 billion in products annually and employs approximately 950,000 people. The industry meets a payroll of approximately $60 billion annually and is among the top 10 manufacturing sector employers in 45 states. Visit AF&PA online at afandpa.org or follow us on Twitter @ForestandPaper.