Sarah Backer supports the Policy team by researching policy opportunities and using persuasive writing to engage decision-makers, partner organizations, and the public to advance alternative proteins. Areas of expertise: Research and analysis, content creation, environmental policy
Tamar Lieberman leads the Policy Department’s state legislative efforts and campaigns for public research to accelerate progress on alternative proteins. Areas of expertise: policy advocacy campaigns, coalition building, state legislation
Pepin Andrew Tuma leads GFI's legislative team in advancing state and federal legislative initiatives that remove hurdles and leverage resources to promote progress on alternative proteins. Areas of expertise: legislative advocacy, food and nutrition policy, coalition building, campaign strategy
Mackenzie Battle supports GFI's litigation efforts and works on regulatory and policy issues affecting alternative proteins. Areas of expertise: regulatory advocacy, legal research and analysis, litigation
Valerie contributes to many exciting policy initiatives by providing research assistance, coordinating weekly and monthly reporting, assisting advocacy and outreach, and keeping the DC office running smoothly. Areas of expertise: administrative and logistical support, proofreading/copyediting
Margaret works with the Policy and Government Relations team to advance policies supporting the alternative protein sector. Margaret researches policy opportunities, conducts outreach to decision makers in the executive and legislative branches, and writes policy briefs, comments, and other content focused on alternative proteins. Areas of expertise: Research and analysis, stakeholder engagement, content creation, environmental policy.
Saira manages projects for the Policy and Government Relations team, conducts research and analysis, and supports GFI’s legislative advocacy. Areas of expertise: project management, research, outreach
Penny helps to create a sustainable, secure, and just food system by advancing alternative proteins in Congress. Areas of expertise: government relations, lobbying, legislation
Michael supports the Policy and Government Relations team by providing original writing and analysis in support of alternative protein development and deployment. Areas of expertise: research and analysis, original writing, multilateral fora, global public investment
Madeline Cohen leads GFI's regulatory team in implementing regulatory, policy, and litigation strategies to support a clear path to market and a level playing field for alternative proteins. Areas of expertise: U.S. and global regulation, domestic policy, and litigation
