PPG Industries (NYSE: PPG), Pittsburgh, has named Emily Elizer as director, government affairs.

Elizer will lead the company’s government affairs activities, including international and domestic public policy, political engagement, the PPG Political Action Committee (PPG PAC) and related compliance activities.

Prior to joining PPG, Elizer served as the state director for the National Rifle Association. 

“Emily’s extensive experience in developing bipartisan relationships with key officials, coordinating grassroots advocacy campaigns and securing economic development incentives will make her an invaluable member of our government affairs team,” says Bryan Iams, PPG vice president, corporate and government affairs.