Julie Landry

The Washington-based American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) has named Julie Landry as vice president of government affairs effective immediately. Landry will lead the paper and wood products industry’s legislative agenda and drive advocacy efforts before Congress, the White House as well as state governments. …Landry joined AF&PA in 2011 as manager of government affairs and has worked on energy, environment, water and forestry initiatives for the organization. Previously, she worked for the National Association of Convenience Stores, lobbying on a variety of issues including food safety, taxes and energy. …AF&PA also has promoted Laura Pickard to senior director, government affairs and international trade, and Abby Sztein to senior director, government affairs.