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Andrew Friendly
Vice President, Government Affairs and Public Policy at Autodesk | Co-Lead Global Crisis Management Team
Boston, Massachusetts
Overview
Andrew Friendly is the Vice President of Government Affairs and Public Policy at Autodesk in Boston, Massachusetts. With a background that includes serving as a Co-Lead of the Global Crisis Management Team and holding various leadership roles in clean energy organizations, Andrew has demonstrated expertise in venture capital, energy technology, strategic partnerships, and entrepreneurship.
Highlights of Andrew's career include co-founding the Clean Economy Network and serving as a Co-Chair of the Clean Energy Fellowship Program at the New England Clean Energy Council, showcasing his commitment to advancing clean energy initiatives and fostering emerging talent in the industry.
Work Experience
Vice President, Government Affairs and Public Policy
2019 - Current
Lead global Government and Public Policy team, consultants, and lobbyists to advance Autodesk's engagement with governments. Coordinate collaboration with internal and external partners to highlight the issues and policies important to the company. Co-Lead global Crisis Management Team.
Senior Director, Government Affairs and Public Policy
2012 - 2019
Industry Strategy & Relations
2011 - 2012
HSMWorks technology with its industry leading software and cloud services for manufacturing.
Board Member
2021
Co-Founder (REBN)
2007 - 2011
Clean Economy Network.
Principal
2007 - 2011
Investing in cleantech early-stage companies in the U.S.
Co-Chair, Clean Energy Fellowship Program
2008 - 2010
Director, Energy Ventures
2003 - 2007
Idealab is a technology incubator that provides resources to allow start-ups to rapidly introduce innovative products and services.
Partner
2002 - 2003
Senior Manager of Business Development and Strategy
2000 - 2001
The President's Aide; Special Asst. to the President and Trip Director
1993 - 1998
Council on Environmental Quality works in the development of environmental policies.