PLASTICS hires 2 for public affairs team 

May 19, 2025
Chiara Matriccino is manager of communications and digital productions; Allie Richardson is manager of press and public affairs.
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The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has made two additions to its public affairs team. 

Chiara Matriccino joins PLASTICS as manager of communications and digital productions. Matriccino has developed and executed digital media campaigns, stakeholder outreach and multimedia storytelling across the federal, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. She will oversee PLASTICS’ in-house production studio and lead the development of digital content. 

Allie Richardson is the new manager of press and public affairs. She has a background in political and policy communications, and most recently served as press secretary for U.S. Rep. Laurel Lee (R-Fla.).  

“I’m proud of the team we’ve assembled at PLASTICS and excited to welcome these talented professionals to our public affairs team,” said Stephanie Strategos Polis, VP of public affairs and communications at PLASTICS. “Their professional expertise will strengthen our ability to showcase the essential products provided by the hardworking people across our industry and highlight the vital role plastics play in driving innovation, sustainability and economic growth across the country.”