1、#30YearsofAdvocacy1AF&PA 2023 Year in Review#30YearsofAdvocacy2AF&PA 2023 Year in ReviewThe American Forest&Paper Association(AF&PA)formed in 1993,a result of a merger between the National Forest Products Association and the American Paper Institute.As part of our 30th anniversary celebration,AF&PA
2、commissioned an artist to create a live mural at our annual Presidents Forum.ABOUT THE ARTIST Jay“BLVD”Morgan(pronounced Boulevard)is a visual artist,muralist,and fabricator based in Austin,TX.Growing up in North Carolina,BLVD discovered his artistic path at a young age.In 2013,BLVD co-created SprAT
3、X,an experiential arts agency while simultaneously becoming one of Austins most multi-faceted creatives.Over the years hes expanded his style from the infamous cartoon blue teddy bear,to fine art gallery works,to custom fabrication builds for global festivals,to public and street art.Inspired by the
4、 elements of the natural world,color theory,and creating movement through art,his works are one-of-a-kind and highly sought after.Today,BLVDs works can be seen throughout Austin,TX and beyond.He continues to push the boundaries of his own creativity while building his portfolio partnering with brand
5、s like Coca-Cola,Disney,Mercedes,F1,X-Games,SXSW and ESPN.#30YearsofAdvocacy3AF&PA 2023 Year in ReviewHeidi Brock AF&PA President and CEOBrian McPheely Global CEO,VISY/Pratt IndustriesHeidi Brock,AF&PA President and CEO Brian McPheely,Global CEO,VISY/Pratt Industries In 2023,the American Forest&Pape
6、r Association(AF&PA)made significant advancements toward addressing critical industry priorities.We worked collaboratively as members of the association and with key stakeholders on several issues including the cumulative regulatory burden,sustainability,recycling and free and fair trade.Our work ce