The National 91²Ö¿â and Recycling Association (NWRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Darrell K. Smith as the trade association’s President and Chief Executive Officer. The NWRA Board of Trustees announced the selection following a considered and comprehensive search for a leader who understands the invaluable contributions the waste and recycling industry makes to America, who can position the organization as an advocacy powerhouse on the national, state and local stage, and who can provide direction, motivation and new energy to the mission of the trade group.
Dr.Smith has arrived at a time when the industry faces numerous challenges relative to public policy and community relations. His skill sets include public policy advocacy for heavy industry, grassroots activation, trade association management and growth, public relations, and a technical background in safety and environmental processes. His unique qualifications, coupled with past employment in the waste industry, positions him to drive industry successes in partnership with the communities that so heavily rely on efficient waste management services.
Dr.Smith stated “the waste and recycling industry is profoundly important to the functioning of society, and the complexities and challenges faced by the industry are rarely appreciated. I am proud to have been trusted with the management of the industry’s trade association, and I am ready to play a role in reenergizing staff, focusing on our mission and driving industry growth with the promotion of solutions-driven public policies.”
Ben Harvey, the NWRA Board of Trustees Chair, stated “we were looking for a proven association leader, and we have found such a person in Darrell. We are particularly pleased that he has worked previously in the waste industry, has a proven track record in association membership growth, is experienced in local community engagement, and that he possesses exceptional skills in strategic thinking and team building. We also recognized the value of his safety background.”
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