ASSOCIATED RECYCLERS OF WISCONSIN

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Associated Recyclers of      Wisconsin (AROW) is a membership-based, 501(c)(3)  nonprofit organization. 

About AROW 

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.

AROW AWARDS 

Now accepting applications for the 2025 AROW Awards.  
There are 6 different nomination categories for our 2025 Awards:
  • Christy Dixon Recycler of the Year Award
  • Outstanding Achievement in Education
  • Outstanding Achievement in Waste Reduction & Recycling
  • Outstanding Achievement in Waste Reduction & Recycling – Student
  • Outstanding Achievement in Waste Reduction & Recycling – Youth Emerging Leader Certificate of Recognition
  • Outstanding Achievement in Waste Reduction & Recycling – Professional Athlete

NOMINATIONS DUE JANUARY 13, 2025


Our Work

AROW has 6 standing committees for members to engage with. Special ad-hoc committees are also formed to collaborate on cross-organizational initiatives and special projects.

AROW advocates on the industry's behalf by bringing together diverse talents to improve recovery across the state.


AROW recognizes excellence and celebrates achievement to help spread innovation and the implementation of best management practices.

Gathering as professionals for ongoing learning, professional development, and networking is a key benefit to AROW membership.

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)    Strategic Materials, Inc. (SMI)     etapper(at)smi.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



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Not a Member Yet?

Join industry professionals from across the state to networklearn, and advocate,  to improve waste reduction, product stewardship, recycling, and composting in Wisconsin.

Benefits include: 

  • Access to education and tour opportunities
  • Discounted or free member-only events
  • Access to the membership list
  • Connect and network with professionals in the industry spanning the state
  • Collective voice for advocacy regarding issues effecting our industry


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