Amy Karonias-Albano

Amy Karonias-Albano is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in global trade compliance and privacy. Currently serving as the Head of Global Trade Compliance and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer at Grainger since March 2001, Amy has played a crucial role in establishing and leading the company's global data privacy program and compliance strategies, particularly in relation to GDPR. Previous positions include Senior Director of Global Trade Compliance, where Amy developed trade compliance programs and supported integration into business processes. Additionally, Amy has extensive project management experience, including functional leadership in international export operations. Outside of Grainger, Amy contributes as a guest lecturer at the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management. Amy holds an MBA from DePaul Driehaus College of Business and a B.S. in Business Logistics from Penn State University.