Allison Gifford

Allison Gifford is a prominent figure in Canadian public policy, currently serving as the Senior Manager of Public Policy for Amazon Canada.15 In this role, she oversees a wide range of policy areas, including trade, border issues, workplace policies, operations, and sustainability.1

Professional Experience

Prior to her position at Amazon, Gifford has held several notable roles in various organizations:

• Vice-President of Policy at the Public Policy Forum4
• Eight years of experience working with U.S. multinationals4
• Roles at UPS, Mental Health Commission of Canada, and the Office of the Leader of the Official Opposition6

Board Memberships and Affiliations

Gifford is actively involved in several professional organizations:

• Board Member of Amcham Canada (since January 2018)3
• Board of Directors for the Canadian Association of Importers and Exporters (since November 2019)3
• Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute3
• Recently joined the Board of Directors of the Canadian American Business Council (CABC) in January 20232

Expertise and Influence

Allison Gifford is recognized for her expertise in Canadian trade and policy matters. She is described as being "incredibly active in the Canadian trade community"5, which aligns with her diverse experience and board memberships in trade-related organizations.

Her LinkedIn profile (username: allison-gifford-38304710a) reflects her current position at Amazon Canada and provides additional insights into her professional background and connections in the field of public policy.3