The Renewable Fuels Association this week welcomes Ashley Viglione as its new government affairs associate in the Washington office, supporting RFA’s advocacy and policy efforts. In this position, she will monitor legislative and regulatory developments, prepare policy briefings and updates for staff and members, and assist with scheduling meetings with policymakers. Viglione also will help coordinate RFA’s Washington and policy-related events, manage event logistics and oversee administrative duties for RFA’s political action committee.
“We are pleased to have Ashley join the RFA DC team,” said RFA Senior Vice President for Government and Public Affairs Troy Bredenkamp. “With her experience and familiarity with RFA, we look forward to utilizing her skillset to expand and optimize the effectiveness of RFA’s government affairs efforts here in Washington.”
Viglione earned a bachelor’s degree in communications and environmental studies, with a minor in sustainable design, from Denison University in 2024. She interned with RFA during the summers of her junior and senior years, contributing to policy initiatives and event coordination. After graduation, Viglione spent a year teaching English in Spain before returning to RFA in this role.
