American Forest & Paper Association
Katherine Widman is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in law, policy, and advocacy. Currently serving as Manager of PAC & Grassroots at the American Forest & Paper Association since March 2020, Katherine previously held the position of Senior Coordinator within the organization. Earlier roles include Health Law and Policy Research Fellow and Program Administrator at Wake Forest University School of Law, as well as positions such as legal intern at Wake Forest Baptist Health and law clerk at Southern Environmental Law Center. Katherine's career also features a range of roles in member engagement and program support at Daxko and Artur Davis for Governor. Katherine holds a Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Affairs from Boston University.
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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.