Grocery Manufacturers Association, Washington, D.C.
GMA added two new directors to its federal affairs staff. Nancy Kohler joins from the Corn Refiners Association, where she was assistant director for policy and operations, responsible for coordinating federal government relations activities, including managing the association’s Government Relations Committee and overseeing several safety and technical programs for member companies. And, David Prestwood most recently served as senior policy advisor to Senator Patty Murray (Wash.), where he managed a portfolio of issues related to commerce, financial services and technology, among others. He also represented Senator Murray in her role as a member of the Senate leadership and led communications initiatives in support of her policy priorities.