Beyondly Appoint New Director of Policy and Public Affairs, Alex Hilton
Beyondly Global Limited, a leading B Corp environmental compliance scheme and sustainability consultancy, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alex Hilton as its new Director of Policy and Public Affairs, effective 30th June 2025.
The strategic addition to the board marks a pivotal moment in Beyondly’s continued growth journey. Following a successful rebrand from Comply Direct in 2023, the company has evolved significantly, growing year-on-year since inception. This new directorship underscores Beyondly’s commitment to expanding its influence across the environmental and regulatory landscape, both in the UK and internationally.
This role will be responsible for managing Beyondly’s public affairs strategy, nurturing key relationships with government bodies, regulators, and industry stakeholders. A central responsibility is to be a powerful voice representing Beyondly’s customers, influencing policy that drives meaningful and positive environmental outcomes.
Alex joins the company board as the fourth statutory director, bringing 20 years' experience and insights from positions in the civil service; latterly Head of Governance and Government Relations at PackUK. Notably, Alex has played a leading role in the recent development of the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM), a critical tool in helping producers assess their packaging under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
Formerly, as Head of Sustainability at HM Revenue & Customs, Alex advised on environmental tax policy development, including the Plastic Packaging Tax and strategy for a Net Zero UK Tax Authority by 2040, advocating for a just, low-carbon tax system. A respected thought leader in the field, Alex is an IEMA Fellow, certified ESOS Assessor, Low Carbon Consultant, and former ISO14001 auditor.
Alex Hilton commented:
“I'm absolutely thrilled to join Beyondly and build on their extensive expertise. I'm especially looking forward to supporting Beyondly’s customers, helping them have a more powerful voice and drive real, meaningful impact.”
The future is bright for Beyondly as they continually strive to preserve and protect our home, not just for today, but also for tomorrow. Their people are at the heart of the company’s success, who lead, inspire and educate to positively impact society and the environment.
To learn more about Beyondly’s environmental services and purpose, visit: www.beyond.ly
