Ann Howard

Background

About Ann Howard

With seventeen and a half years at the American National Standards Institute National Accreditation Board (ANAB), my focus has been on pioneering robust environmental accreditation programs that ensure third-party assurers operate with the highest standards of transparency and efficiency. My role as Senior Director at ANAB involves leading validation and verification accreditations, vital in driving climate mitigation efforts forward. At the heart of my professional journey lies a steadfast commitment to enhancing the credibility of environmental claims. By co-convening the International Accreditation Forum's validation/verification working group and contributing to significant developments in both mandatory and voluntary carbon markets, our team has advanced the rigor and comparability of environmental disclosures, working tirelessly to bolster the global response to ecological challenges.