Amanda Bess

Amanda Bess is an experienced professional in environmental science and toxicology, currently serving as a Senior Analysis Program Manager at The Good Food Institute since November 2022. Formerly, Amanda held multiple roles at Chevron, including Chemical Stewardship Program Manager and Project Manager for the Petroleum Environmental Research Forum Joint Industry Project, focusing on evaluating environmental risks in oil and gas operations. Amanda has expertise in ecological risk assessment, stakeholder engagement, and leading cross-functional teams. An academic background includes a Ph.D. in Environmental Toxicology from Duke University and a MasterTrack Certification in Sustainability and Development from the University of Michigan. Notable previous positions include Environmental Toxicologist at Cardno ENTRIX and research roles in various educational institutions.