The Reality ...Businesses are going to have to get much smarter. or be forced out of business…Help is finally available ... •In the past, there have been limited resources available to help companies in the recycling industry understand regulations and the regulatory process… Qualified training programs and specialized consultants were virtually non-existent •A few professionals experienced in litigation and regulation within the recycling industry are stepping up to provide solutions for businesses in California •So what would you need to look for in recruiting this type of partner? •One who can consult on the management process of recycling in general, and suggest ways to model your business to adapt to this regulated environment •Experience counts - Only a professional with over least 25 years of experience would know regulations inside and out and be able to read, investigate, interpret, and educate on the process, •Operating and Bottom-line responsibility •Experienced legislative background •Is well-connected with industry associations and lobbyists, and could work on your behalf as an expert witness in litigation •Is a highly-trained communications expert •Can draft recommended regulations and assist with petitions for regulation changes

The two largest challenges facing the Recycling Industry today, as in most, is communication and transparency. We're restructuring UpperRoom Consulting (recyclingandregulation.com) from the ground up into CalRegSolution.com for 2014 and beyond. From this platform I will continue to leverage 30+ years on both sides of the recycling scale, to influence increased legislative, regulatory, and administrative transparency and integrity. Join me now. The legislative sessions begin soon theres no time to waste! CalRecycle has spent over 7yrs and 35million on it's new administrative platform DORIIS that YOU are now required to use. Contact us today!

Oversee all legislative and regulatory involvement covering recycling. Participated in the selection of lobbyists and worked closely with them to direct the efforts on behalf of the company and trade association. Directed the company’s participation in a newly created program taking the business to the largest in the program in California within six years. Directed market development, assisted suppliers with regulatory problems and developed training materials for multiple businesses and personnel. Researched the e-waste industry and directed the company’s entry into the states newly created regulated program.1997 – 2005 GM Sun Valley Paper StockTurned around a failing subsidiary to profitability within nine months. Continued to develop profitability, directed MRF operations, installation of new equipment and transfer station permitting. Develop new material markets and successfully dealt with radioactive material.

Evaluated proposed legislation and regulations and directed the organizations lobbyist in Sacramento.