Pederson is now VP of federal affairs at GMA, having come to the association from the American Chemistry Council (ACC). While at ACC, Pederson was the director of federal affairs, in which role he managed a broad portfolio of issues, including running the organization’s Rail Customer Coalition. Earlier, he spent 12 years on Capitol Hill, most recently working for Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., as senior policy adviser for Scott’s work on the Senate’s Energy and National Resources and Finance committees.
“I’m thrilled to have Roberta and Spencer join our team at this pivotal time for the organization,” said Geoff Freeman, president and CEO of Arlington, Va.-based GMA, which represents the world’s leading consumer packaged goods companies. “As we gear up to relaunch as the Consumer Brands Association, Roberta and Spencer will play integral roles in growing our advocacy efforts. Their respective agency and Hill experience will be an invaluable resource to our members.”