OUR COMMITTEES
If you want to be more involved in the work of the MRC, joining a committee is a great place to start.
POLICY COMMITTEE
Nick Carlson, Chair
The MRC Policy Committee explores legislative and state government initiatives that impact the industry. For more information, or to get involved in the Policy Committee, please contact Kerrin O'Brien.
REGIONAL OUTREACH COMMITTEE
Tracy Purrenhage, Chair
The MRC Regional Outreach Committee researches the needs of different regions of the state to bring the work of the MRC into communities. For more information, or to get involved in the Regional Outreach Committee, please contact Tracy Purrenhage.
CONFERENCE COMMITTEE
Contact: Kelly Schalter
The MRC Conference Committee ensures the success of its most significant annual event. The MRC Annual Conference attracts over 350 recycling professionals every year. For more information or to get involved in the Conference Committee, please contact Kelly Schalter.
MICHIGAN ORGANICS COUNCIL
Rick Lombardo, MRC Board Liaison
The Michigan Organics Council represents issues specific to the composting industry. For more information, or to get involved in the Michigan Organics Council, please contact Kelly Schalter.
RECYCLE, MI COMMITTEE
Dave Smith, Chair
The MRC Recycle, MI Committee develops and promotes the Recycle, MI campaign to raise awareness of and participation in recycling programs across Michigan. For more information, or to get involved in the Recycle, MI Committee, please contact Dave Smith.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Kate Melby, Chair
The Education Committee is the MRC's newest committee, working to develop and support recycling education across the state. For more information, or to get involved in the Education Committee, please contact Kate Melby.