Coffee, tea and breakfast provided to power attendees through the day’s schedule.

Peruse the booths in our Exhibit Hall and make connections with your e-scrap peers.

Pick up your attendee badge and conference materials.

SPEAKERS:

• Eric Capps, Director, Global Compliance, Iron Mountain

• Jennie Gift, Vice President of Member Services, i-SIGMA

• Robert Johnson, Principal Advocate, Privata Vox, LLC

• Kyle Marks, Founder & CEO, Retire-IT, LLC

MODERATOR:

• Colin Staub, Associate Editor, E-Scrap News

This session will cover:

• Practical insights into the importance of compliance in ITAD and ITAM, focusing on data protection, privacy and cybersecurity.

• Actionable strategies to avoid non-compliance risks and protect your organization's reputation.

• How robust compliance measures can enhance stakeholder trust and operational resilience in a changing regulatory environment.

Enjoy a short break between sessions.

SPEAKERS:

• Robert Houghton, CEO, Sage Sustainable Electronics

• Maria Kisska, Group Manager, Sustainability and Regulatory Compliance, Epson America, Inc.

• Shawn Stockman, VP, Sustainability Solutions, Onepak, Inc.

MODERATOR:

• Susan Krautbauer, Senior Director, Advancement, Digitunity

This session will cover:

• Initiatives aimed at bridging the digital divide and promoting digital inclusion.

• Best practices for empowering underserved communities through technology.

• How fostering digital equity can contribute to a more equitable future for all.

SPEAKERS:

• Marcy McGrath, E-Cycle Wisconsin Compliance Specialist, Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources

• Neil Peters-Michaud, CEO, Cascade Asset Management

• Patrick Santelli, Senior Compliance and Sustainability Manager, Manufacturers Recycling Management Company (MRM)

This session will cover:

• Regulator perspectives on what they focus on during inspections and compliance reviews, including common pitfalls and key areas of concern.

• Identifying and managing compliance obligations, ensuring you meet all legal and regulatory requirements effectively.

• How to avoid common mistakes made by others and develop strategies to avoid these pitfalls.

SPEAKERS:

• Brad Brown, Senior Director of Compliance, Evterra Recycling, LLC

• Mary Castiglia, Executive Vice President, HUB International

• Scott Denbo, CEO, Commercial Insurance Associates, LLC

• Michael McBride, Property Risk Control Practice Leader, HUB International

MODERATOR: Dan Holtmeyer, Managing Editor, E-Scrap News

This session will cover:

• Insights into strategies for mitigating rising insurance costs through effective facility design and safety measures.

• Proactive approaches to minimize risks and enhance operational sustainability.

• Firsthand experiences and practical advice from top recyclers on managing insurance challenges in recycling facilities.

Enjoy a short break between sessions.

SPEAKERS:

• Samir Khoury, Head of Tech Operations, Iron Mountain

• Brendan O'Byrne, Director, Data Center & Enterprise Services, Guardian Data Destruction

• Ken Thomas, President, Universal Recycling Technologies

MODERATOR:

• Roger Gagnon, President & CEO, Extreme Protocol Solutions

This session will cover:

• The critical role of drive sanitization and a comparison of the advantages of reuse versus shredding in e-scrap management.

• Insights from industry experts on sustainable practices and their efforts to promote circularity.

• Innovative solutions and best practices for managing electronic scrap, emphasizing successful implementation of circular economy principles and discussing associated financial benefits, technologies and processes.

SPEAKERS:

• Charles Hildebrand, Sales Manager, UNTHA America

• Felix Hottenstein, Sales Director, MSS Inc.

• Alexander Sattler, Sales and Project Manager, IFE Material Handling

MODERATOR:

• Adam Shine, President, Sunnking Sustainable Solutions

This session will cover:

• Advancements in electronics shredding technologies.

• The role of optical sorters and eddy currents in enhancing efficiency.

• Innovative techniques to revolutionize electronic waste management operations.

SPEAKERS:

• Dr. Ryan Nolte, Senior Director of Safety Outreach, Recycled Materials Association (ReMA)

• Rike Sandlin, Founder & CEO, Rivervista Partners / RIOS

• Jerry Sjogren, Senior Director of Safety, Recycled Materials Association (ReMA)

This workshop will cover:

• The latest updates on regulations and their impact on business operations.

• Best practices for hazard evaluation, risk mitigation and improvement opportunities.

• Strategies to reduce liability, manage costs (including insurance) and access resources for building an effective safety program.

Enjoy a plated networking lunch to keep your energy up through the afternoon.

SPEAKERS:

• Craig Boswell, President HOBI International, Inc.

• Russell Fraker, Of Counsel, Beveridge & Diamond

• Joe Pickard, Chief Economist and Director of Commodities, Recycled Materials Association (ReMA)

MODERATOR: George Hinkle, President, ARCOA Group

This session will cover:

• Insights into recent and upcoming trade regulations affecting the recycling and ITAD sectors, even if you don’t export.

• The economic and compliance impacts on the industry, recyclers/ITADs and buyers.

• Strategies and resources to mitigate these impacts and identify opportunities for business growth amidst evolving trade regulations.

Enjoy a short break between sessions.

SPEAKERS:

• Jeff Farano, Corporate Counsel, Manager of Compliance and Governmental Relations, SA Recycling

• Jeff Gloyd, Founder, Gloyd Recycling Solutions

• Rob Lawson-Shanks, CEO & Co-Founder, Molg

MODERATOR:

• Leo Raudys, President & CEO, Call2Recycle

This session will cover:

• An overview of the legislative landscape and upcoming bills that affect battery recycling, focusing on how new laws will significantly increase the volume of batteries requiring recycling.

• Potential challenges and opportunities these legislative changes present for the e-scrap and recycling sectors.

• Strategies for adapting to the increased demand for battery recycling, including investment in technology and infrastructure to meet regulatory requirements.

SPEAKERS:

• Amanda Tischer Buros, Vice President of OEM Solutions, Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations

• David Hirschler, Chief Sustainability Officer, ERI

• Tom Mahowald, Director, Americas, Bloom ESG

• Sophia Runau, Lifecycle Engineering Manager, Sims Lifecycle Services

MODERATOR:

• Naomi Manahan, Director of EPR Operations, Reverse Logistics Group

This session will cover:

• The importance of impact reporting in fostering sustainability and accountability within ITAD and ITAM practices.

• Innovative strategies for mitigating Scope 3 emissions and enhancing your organization's environmental footprint.

• Effective approaches and best practices for achieving impactful sustainability goals.

SPEAKER: Jelle Slenters, Commercial Director, Sims Lifecycle Services

This workshop will cover:

• Setting Trends in ITAD: This workshop will explore how the landscape of IT asset disposition is being redefined through innovation, problem-solving and automation.

• Beyond Traditional ITAD: Learn how IT asset disposition is just one piece of the puzzle, with logistics, sustainability and reporting playing vital roles in success.

• Impact on the Industry: Discover how the evolution of ITAD services influences manufacturing, the supply chain and sustainability initiatives.

Enjoy a short break between sessions.

SPEAKERS:

• Clive Hess, President, CompuCycle

• Pablo León, CEO, Sostenplas

• Brandon Shaw, President, Plastic Recycling Inc.

• Hong Yoon, Chief Executive Officer, Hanil Eco Solutions, Inc.

• Zhan "Bo" Zhang, Director, BoMET Polymer Solutions

MODERATOR:

• Steve Alexander, President and CEO, Association of Plastic Recyclers

This session will cover:

• The complex challenges of recycling e-scrap plastics, including technological limitations and environmental considerations.

• Insights into effective strategies for managing and processing plastics from e-scrap.

• Regulatory issues impacting the recycling industry and explore potential solutions to enhance sustainability practices.

Gather with your peers in our Exhibit Hall for our networking reception.