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Links to presentation slides can be found in the individual session listings below.
Opening General Session | Sponsored by: OmniSource
Innovation 2.0: Implementing Next-Gen Technologies in Recycling | Sponsored by: AMCS
The future has arrived-but how do you make it work for your business? Building on last year’s must-attend session, this expert panel takes a deeper dive into the real-world application of cutting-edge technology that’s revolutionizing recycling operations. Join industry trailblazers Lisa Kagan, Evan Schwartz, and Blake Gordon as they break down the “how” of integrating AI, robotics, software solutions, and advanced sorting systems into your operations. Through actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and hard-earned lessons, you’ll gain step-by-step insights to turn innovation into impact. Whether you’re an industry veteran or just starting out, this session will equip you with practical tools to boost efficiency, tackle challenges, and stay ahead in the competitive recycling market.
🔹 Discover what’s possible.
🔹 Learn how to implement it.
🔹 Lead the future of recycling.
Don’t just watch the industry evolve-be part of the transformation! 🌍✨
Speakers
- Jennifer Betts, CEO, Magnar Metals
- Blake Gordon, General Manager – Digital Trading, Georgia Pacific Recycling
- Lisa Kagan, Co-Founder, Buddy
- Evan Schwartz, COO, AMCS Group
Spotlight on Ferrous: Trends in Automotive | Sponsored by: GreenSpark
Speakers:
- Dan Bowerson, VP, Energy and Environment Policy, Alliance for Automotive Innovation
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Stephen Mikkelsen, Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Sims Limited
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Palani Palaniappan, Executive Program Manager, Toyota Motor North America, Inc. – Presentation
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William Schmiedel, Sims Metal (HQ)
State Policy Power Hour: Key Recycling & Legislative Trends Across the U.S. | Sponsored by: PMR
Speakers:
- Andrew Cooley, SVP of Strategy and Business Development, EMR (USA Holdings), Inc.
- Suzanne Engels, President, Association of State & Territorial Solid Waste Management Officials
- Neil Menezes, Vice President of Material Services, Circular Action Alliance
- Sara Thompson Cassidy, Founder and Principal, Bridge Strategies, LLC – CL
No Sparks, No Surprises: Safe Handling & Management of End-of-Life Batteries
Speakers:
- Susan Epps, Corporate Safety Manager, Waste Connections
- Eric Frederickson, Vice President of Operations, Call2Recycle – Presentation
- Scott Miller, Chief Corporate Counsel, Sims Metal (HQ)
- Jason Muccioli, Business Development Director, Ascend Elements
- Chelsey Schneider, Director of Training, Energy Security Agency – Presentation
Spotlight on Paper: Cracking the Code - The Truth Behind Paper Recycling Rates & Market Shifts
Speakers:
- GiGi Gebhardt, Recycling & Sustainablity Solution Architect, Synergy Waste Managent Group
- Jonathan Levy, PakTech
- Jeff Ryalls, Manager of Transportation & Logistics, International Forest Products – Presentation
- Terry Webber, Vice President, Industry Affairs, American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) – Presentation
- Leonard Zeid, President, Midland Davis Corp – St. Louis – Presentation
The Global Future: India | Sponsored by: Jain Resource Recycling
Speakers:
- Mohan Agarwal, Managing Director, CMR Green Technologies LTD – HQ – Presentation
- Josephita Harry, VP Sales, Non-Ferrous Metals & Electronics, Pan American Zinc LLC
- Ved Prakash Lata, Director, Gemini Corporation – Presentation
- Amar Singh, Secretary General, Material Recycling Association of India – Presentation
Navigating North American Trade & Beyond: The Future of Recycled Materials with Tariffs and a Shifting Political Landscape
Speakers:
- Christopher Bedell
- Nazak Nikakhtar, Chair, National Security Practice, Partner, Wiley Rein LLP
Spotlight on Electronics: Circularity at Scale - Samsung's Sustainability Leaders
Speakers:
- Daniel Araujo, Vice President Strategic Planning Group & Sustainability Management Office, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
- Jenni Chun, Head of Regulatory & Environmental Affairs, Samsung Electronics America
- David Daoud, Principal Analyst, Compliance Standards LLC
2025 Economic Outlook & ReMA Awards 2025!
2025 Economic Outlook – Curtis Dubay, Chief Economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Presentation
2025 ReMA Awards
Corporate Leadership & Innovation Award
Best Practices: Preventative Maintenance
Speakers:
- Justin Bennett, Corp Safety & Compliance Manager, Waste Connections Inc.
- Susan Diecidue, Assistant Vice President and Underwriting Manager, Amwins Program Underwriters RecycleGuard
- Michael Hughes, VP Safety, Casella Recycling – HQ
- Gerald Sjogren, Recycled Materials Association
Spotlight on Copper | Sponsored by: Fastmarkets
Speakers:
- Adam Estelle, President & CEO, Copper Development Association Inc.
- Inge Hofkens, COO Multimetal Recycling, Aurubis AG
- Edward Meir, Senior Commodity Analyst, Marex
Spotlight on Plastics
Speakers:
- Andrea Bassetti, Americas Team Lead, Plastics Recycling, ICIS – Presentation
- Sarah Furnari, Senior Procurement Director, Behr Paint Company
- Jonathan Levy, PakTech – Presentation
- Scott Saunders, General Manager, KW Plastics Recycling Division – Presentation
AI in the Recycled Materials Industry | Sponsored by: ReMatter
Speakers:
- Drake Hougo, COO, ReMatter
- Raghav Mecheri, CEO, Visia
- Julian Tauterer, COO, Redwave
- Atilla Widnell, Founder & Managing Director, Navigate Commodities
Trade and Tariff Talk: How Will U.S.-China Trading Relationship Impact Global Recyclers?
Speaker:
- Adam Shaffer, VP, International Trade and Global Affairs, The Recycled Materials Association – Presentation
Developing an Effective & Sustainable Safety Culture
Speaker:
- Tamara Deiro, Director of Safety, SA Recycling – HQ
- Shannon Fertitta, RIOS – Recycling Industry Operating Standard – Presentation
- Jessica McKenzie, Regional Senior QHSE Manager, GWS Local, Americas, CBRE – Presentation
Freight & Material Theft: Mitigating the Risk | Sponsored by: Aurubis AG | Hosted by: Young Executives Council
Speaker:
- Scott Cornell, 2nd Vice President, Travelers Inland Marine
- James Final, Police Officer, California Highway Patrol
- Keith Lewis, VP, Operations, CargoNet – Presentation
- Jason Maslin, Vice President, Insurance & Risk Management: Recycling Industry, Bradley Parker
A Conversation Between Manufacturers and Recycled Materials - Jay Timmons, NAM | Sponsored by: SciAps
Speaker:
- Colin Kelly, Chair, The Recycled Materials Association
- Jay Timmons, President and CEO, National Association of Manufacturers
- Robin Wiener, President, The Recycled Materials Association
Sustainable Workforce: Build, Hire, Retain, Promote | Sponsored by: VALIS Insights
Speaker:
- Charlie Adams, CFO & COO, JASON Learning
- Kevin Salcido, Author
- Sandy Pierce, Territory Manager – Midwest, BASF Environmental Catalyst & Metal Solutions
- Jeremy Vang, Human Resources Director, CW Companies
Spotlight on Aluminum
Speakers:
- Neil Byce, Owner, CW Metals
- Daniel Freiberg, Research Engineer, Ford Motor Company
- Gary Gallo, Senior Manager, End of Life Recycling, Novelis Corporation
- Gabriella Vagnini, Managing Editor, Aluminum Market Update – CRU Group
The Power of Recycled Materials: Driving Economic Growth & Sustainability
Speakers:
- Natalie Betts, Recycled Materials Association
- Annick Bickson, Vice President, Language Strategy, maslansky + partners
- Brandi Harleaux, CEO, South Post Oak Recycling Center
- Abbie Webb, Vice President, Sustainability, Casella Waste Systems
Best Practices: Shredding
Speakers:
- Randy Brace, President, Riverside Engineering
- Jorge Simoes, National Shredder Operations Analyst, SA Recycling
- Adam Weitsman, Owner, Upstate Shredding LLC
Maximizing Value: Innovations in Recycled Tires, Rubber & Cross-Industry Opportunities
Speakers:
- Genti Bardhi, Director of Government Affairs & Business Development, SAlVADORI /TRC
- Oliver Brauen, Vice President Circularity Business Transformation for the Americas, Michelin
- Eric Davis, CEO, Pretred
- Nelson Tonn, VP Sales and Mine Service, Fountain Tire / Goodyear