Amanda Bush is a Managing Director for TrailRunner International based in Austin, Texas. A seasoned attorney and litigator who also serves as Of Counsel to the Texas law firm Jackson Walker, Amanda has spent her career advising clients facing complex legal matters, including commercial litigation, intellectual property, media, and First Amendment.

Amanda has a proven track record of building and maintaining strong strategic relationships with companies, industry leaders, and key officials across Texas. She also serves as Managing Partner and President of Pine Cove Strategies, a Texas-based strategic advisory firm specializing in business consulting, government relations, and public affairs. Amanda routinely leverages her network to drive strategic growth and add value to her clients. She has served on numerous Boards of Directors and Advisory Boards for both publicly traded and private companies. Her strategic counsel is highly sought after by C-suite executives, reflecting a trusted reputation for insightful leadership and guidance.

Amanda has been named a “Rising Star” by Thomson Reuters and a “Top Attorney” by Fort Worth, Texas magazine, and was named to the Fort Worth Business Press’s “40 Under 40” list. She graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Texas, and she received her law degree from The University of Texas School of Law.

Amanda lives in Austin with her husband and their two sons.