Antoine Frérot: As the CEO of Veolia, a global leader in optimized resource management, Frérot has spearheaded numerous smart waste management projects, emphasizing recycling, waste-to-energy conversion, and efficient waste management solutions.
Mike Betts: The CEO of Resource Futures, Betts is passionate about creating a circular economy. His work revolves around using data-driven insights to optimize waste management processes, reducing landfill contributions and emphasizing recyclability.
Marco Mattioli: Serving as the International Solid Waste Association’s (ISWA) Scientific and Technical Committee Chairman, Mattioli has been instrumental in pioneering smart waste solutions, emphasizing the integration of technology into waste collection and disposal.
Susan Robinson: As Federal Public Affairs Director at Waste Management, Robinson focuses on sustainability and environmental protection. Her insights on leveraging technology for waste reduction and efficient processing are invaluable.
Roberto Cavallo: Known for his association with ENEA (the Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy, and Sustainable Economic Development), Cavallo’s work in waste-to-energy technologies is reshaping how cities address accumulating waste.
Jennifer Gerholdt: A senior director at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Corporate Citizenship Center, Gerholdt champions the cause of the circular economy, emphasizing smart waste management solutions for businesses.
Debra Kantner: As the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) expert on waste technology, Kantner offers deep insights into integrating technology with waste management practices. Her emphasis on analytics and data-driven waste management is particularly noteworthy.
Ron Gonen: Co-founder and CEO of Closed Loop Partners, Gonen focuses on building a circular economy through investments in sustainable consumer goods, recycling, and the development of the advanced waste management technology.
Ashish Malik: Being the CEO of Bee Vectoring Technology, Malik has showcased how technology can be used in waste management in innovative ways, particularly in organic waste processing and composting.
Dr. Amiya Kumar Sahu: Founder of the National Solid Waste Association of India (NSWAI), Dr. Sahu’s work has been pivotal in reshaping waste management practices in India using technology and data analytics.
