Editorial Staff
Senior Advisor
Nora Goldstein has over 45 years of experience in the field of organics recycling. She is widely recognized as a leading authority on food waste management and organics recycling, including industry activity and trends; current research and projects; and local, state and federal policies and regulations.
Senior Reporter
Antoinette Smith started working for Resource Recycling in June 2024 after spending several years covering commodity plastics and supply chains, with a special focus on economic impacts. She can be contacted at [email protected].
Reporter
Scott has been a reporter for over 25 years, covering a diverse range of subjects from sub-atomic cold fusion physics to scuba diving off the Great Barrier Reef. He’s now deeply invested in the world of recycling, green tech and environmental preservation.
Reporter
Stefanie Valentic is an award-winning journalist who has covered the waste and recycling industry for more than five years. Throughout her career, she has led editorial teams and served as a keynote speaker, moderator and panelist at numerous trade shows and conferences.
Staff
Creative Marketing + Digital Content Manager
Sara Brownell is the Creative Marketing and Digital Content Manager at Resource Recycling, where she leads design, branding, and digital content strategy across web, social, and print channels. With over 20 years of experience in publishing and graphic design, she brings strong creative direction and production expertise to elevate the company’s marketing and conference materials.
Account Executive
Kathy Burke brings extensive advertising sales experience across multiple categories, having worked with leading brands including Meredith Corporation, Reader’s Digest, and The Walt Disney Company, where her work included sustainable advertising initiatives.
Marketing & Partnerships Manager
Emily Chapman manages digital marketing and partnership initiatives, overseeing social media, newsletters and audience engagement strategies. She also works closely with the conference team, supporting conference programming and communications.
Conference Sponsor & Exhibitor Manager
Marie Fredlake manages conference sponsorships and exhibitor relations for Resource Recycling’s events, ensuring seamless experiences for attendees and partners alike. With over a decade of expertise in conference planning and client management, she has led logistics, sponsorship programs, and exhibit coordination for events across the U.S. and abroad.
Marketing Director
Kirsten Haack has over 15 years of experience leading brand development and media strategy across a range of industries. She has played a key role in launching high-growth initiatives and building impactful partnerships that align creative direction with organizational goals.
Client Services Coordinator
Elif Ozturan is the Client Services Coordinator at Resource Recycling. With a background in Environmental Science and Business, she brings her understanding of the recycling world as well as client outreach. She works closely with the marketing team.
President
Maite Quinn has led Resource Recycling as President since 2023, bringing more than 25 years of experience in recycling and sustainability. Before joining the company, she held senior roles at Closed Loop Partners, Sims Municipal Recycling, and Sprint Recycling.
Director of Operations & Staff
Amy Roth serves as Director of Operations and Staff at Resource Recycling and as Director of the Association of Oregon Recyclers. With over 15 years of leadership in recycling programs, event coordination, and grant writing, she has helped secure major funding and strengthen sustainability initiatives across Oregon.
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