American Forest & Paper Association
Jan Poling has held several key roles throughout their work experience. Jan began their career at the Alabama Attorney General's Office in 1981 as an Attorney. From there, they moved on to the Office of General Counsel at the United States Department of Interior in 1984, where they worked until 1992. During this time, they served as an Associate General Counsel, focusing on natural resources. Jan Poling then joined the United States Department of Agriculture in 1992, where they held the role of Associate General Counsel, Natural Resources until 2007. In 2007, they transitioned to the American Forest & Paper Association as the VP, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary, where they are currently employed.
Jan Poling has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Auburn University. Jan also holds a JD degree in Law from The University of Alabama.
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.