Amanda Byrd joined The Hershey Company in 2023 to lead global sustainability communications. She has led public affairs and corporate communications for more than 15 years, helping some of the world’s largest companies and NGOs navigate critical public and private sector issues. Prior to joining Hershey, Amanda helped launch the Council for Inclusive Capitalism, a member organization of more than 600 companies worldwide leading responsible business initiatives across industries. She was previously the head of marketing and communications for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and director of public affairs for the Economic Innovation Group. Amanda has also advised technology and media startups on growth and acquisition strategy and is a member of the alumni advisory board for her alma mater, West Virginia University’s Reed College of Media and Communications. She lives in Washington, D.C. with her family.