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board of directors 

Betsy Powers (President  SCS Engineers    bpowers(at)scsengineers.com
Amanda Haffele (Vice President)   Portage County Solid Waste      haffelea(at)co.portage.wi.gov
Jennifer Semrau (Secretary) WI Dept. of Natural Resources    jennifer.semrau(at)wisconsin.gov
Megen Hines (Treasurer) City of Menomonie    mhines(at)menomonie-wi.gov
Chris Blan (Director)    Brown County Port & Resource Recovery    chris.blan(at)browncountywi.gov
Zach Davis (Director)    Veolia North America     zach.davis(at)veolia.com
Casey Hines (Director)    Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations     chines(at)thinkdynamic.com
Eric Tapper (Director)    Pellitteri Waste Systems, Erict@pellitteri.com
Mark Walter (Director)    Brown County Port & Resource Recovery  mark.walter(at)browncountywi.gov
Susan Schuller (Executive Director-contracted staff) Recycling Connections      execdirector(at)arow-online.org


2024 - 2027 Strategic Planning 

In 2024, AROW went through a strategic planning to craft an updated Vision and Mission, supported by 5 Guiding Values. 

Our Vision ~ To be the trusted resource for waste reduction & recovery in Wisconsin.

Our Mission ~ To provide leadership in education, advocacy, & collaboration for waste reduction & resource recovery in Wisconsin.

Our Guiding Values

Collaboration – We work together as a community to share resources and knowledge.

Integrity – We are dedicated to doing the right thing in the best interest of our industry.

Stewardship – We promote the sustainable practices of waste reduction and recovery.

Passion – We are dedicated and driven to use Earth’s resources as efficiently as possible.

Forward-Thinking – We are dedicated to exploring solutions to emerging problems.


History

The Associated Recyclers of Wisconsin (AROW) was founded in response to a growing need for collaboration and shared resources among recycling professionals in the state. In 1987, discussions began to form a statewide organization aimed at improving recycling practices. The organization's initial focus was on exchanging ideas and resources in several key areas, including public relations, marketing techniques, advocacy efforts, operational information, and the exploration of new recycling methods like curbside collection. Additionally, AROW sought to create public-private partnerships to secure funding and grants to further these efforts.

In 1988, AROW was officially formed as a membership-based organization, establishing its bylaws, board of directors, and various committees. The group began distributing printed newsletters, giving out awards for outstanding recycling efforts, and contracting for executive director services. AROW also became a member of the National Recycling Coalition, strengthening its ties to national recycling advocacy efforts.

By 1990, AROW had become a formally incorporated organization. Three years later, in 1993, the organization achieved 501(c)(3) nonprofit status from the IRS, solidifying its position as a nonprofit entity dedicated to advancing recycling efforts in Wisconsin. This status allowed the organization to more effectively pursue grants and other funding sources to support its mission.

ASSOCIATED RECYCLERS OF WISCONSIN

Address: 1100 Main Street, Suite 130

Stevens Point, WI  54481

Phone: 715.343.0722

Email: execdirector(at)wisconsinrecycles.org

Copyright 2025, Associated Recyclers of Wisconsin, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization 


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