The Compost Manufacturing Alliance is a partnership of pioneering composters throughout the U.S. developing competent and reliable field validation of feed stocks within emerging and real world processing technologies. We work to proactively define feed stock standards while educating government and end users on what works best in varying systems Our GoalsTo enhance composting capacity and the development of appropriate food service packaging options to increase food waste diversion in composting, minimize contamination, and create respectful and mutually beneficial business partnerships between compost manufacturers and compostable product manufacturers. Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA)Our mission is to move compost manufacturing forward to a more sustainable future.Our mission is to provide competent and reliable field research of potential feed stocks used in compost manufacturing.CMA field tests materials in various technologies: • Turned windrows• Membrane laminated covered aerated static piles • Open aerated static piles• Modified aerated static piles• Mass beds• Agitated continuous flow systems The FoundersThe CMA owners are U. S. industry leaders that have been pioneering feed stock processing for decades, representing over 20 facilities across the Pacific Northwest, central, southeast, southwest, Midwestern and the east coast regions.

IMPORTERS OF POTTERY, BONSAI & GARDEN SINCE 1988Pacific Northwest, 3 states, managing over 100 independent Garden Centers. Offering a domestic program as well as an Import container program.Increased the account base and sales dollars by 65% in the 1st year.

Identify and develop new business opportunities Initiate Lead generation through CRMQuote process- identify, qualify, closeSales Process- existing products and new concept, steward order through production, delivery to billingEnhance existing B2B growth with solutions, results, and partnershipsMaintain and grow Key Accounts, e-commerce platform, distribution networks Lead and develop training through the presentation processIdentify customers product needs, develop concept work with the team and initiate BOMTrade shows

Stanley Black & Decker is an $11B world-leading provider of tools and storage, commercial electronic security and engineered fastening systems, with unique growth platforms and a track record of sustained profitable growth. • Managed the Vendor Central platform, loading all promotions, aligning new product launches, key search terms, vine inclusions, product variations, cost, and MSRP pricing updates.• Managed daily relationships with Amazon SVS, VM on promotions, site merchandising, driving conversions and OPS.• Worked across SBD teams from more robust A+ content, customer fulfillment, demand planning, and customer service to supply continued solutions to the customer and consumer needs.• Collaboratively worked with SBD internal Marketing Manager on directives targeting top SKUs for site merchandising, PPC, AMS, and AMG campaigns.• Continually reported to the SBD team on pricing adjustments and repositioning promotions due to market fluctuations.• Negotiated quarterly performance evaluations and yearly volume rebates, with Amazon and SBD team. Monthly reporting to the SBD management team on progress objectives of shipments and POS.• Handled timely reporting of T&E expenses, managed individual growth plans to increase performance.

Cedar Grove Composting is the largest composting facility on the West Coast.• In 2009-2016, averaged 14% yearly increases, managed 115 box stores, 55 clubs, 65 Independent accounts.• Lead KAM on headquarters calls Home Depot, Lowes, Fred Meyer, Costco, Ace Hardware, True Value, and Independent Nurseries and Grocery chains.• Developed and executed exclusive product launch a club package with a 24% growth over three years. • In 2013, lead consumer package change with 6 redesigned packages from concept, to print and production.• Managed yearly licensing and registration for WSDA and initiated and completed OMRI certification. • Developed a new promotion “Compost Days” collaborating with municipalities, communities to tell the story and importance of composting, tying in promotions and sales at retailers.• Organized concepts, promotions, and staffing for yearly trade shows.• Managed data flow through multiple portals and platforms, including SKU enhancements, inventory updates, EDGENET, Home Depot Link, Lowes Link and Kroger -Mercury.• Team lead on soil blends managed testing data and led education talks to retailers and community groups.

Fortune 500 Manufacturer of Consumer/Commercial Hardware representing the brand Stanley National HardwarePromoted from Territory Account Manager to Key Account Manager within eight months on the SBD team. • Maintained, developed and obtained listings Fred Meyer, Costco, Amazon, Cost U-Less, Bi-Mart, Co-ops, Jerry's, Pro-Build West, Mclendon's direct sale accounts as well as the distribution channels in the 5 state network of the Pacific Northwest.• Achieved top sales numbers out of 115 Account Managers in the organization through new product placements.• Launched 300 + new products onto an e-commerce platform headquartered in the Pacific Northwest.• As Territory Account Manager managed 120 accounts, $1.4 million in sales as with a 9% growth in sales. As Account Manager managed 12 accounts totaling $3.7 million in sales with a 7% growth in sales.• Lead the launch of 280 new SKU's in a PNW retail chain, a 25% increase in sales with a 99.2 % fill rate. • Organized and managed 3 yearly trade shows.

Central Garden & Pet purchased Garden Grow in 1999(Representing the Brands- Lilly- Miller, Alaska Fish, Perfect Blend, Worry-Free)Central Garden & Pet- manufacturer of leading brands of lawn and garden supplies.National Account Manager, Business Development, Product Sales• Obtained, developed and maintained listings at LOWES, WAL-MART, COSTCO, and SAM’S CLUB in over 5,000 retail outlets. Headquarter calls and Regional Managers nationwide and worked with Territory Account Managers.• Substantially grew overall sales in six years, 69% from $1.6 million to $5.3 million, 78% growth at Lowes by increasing store count 122%, 43% growth at Wal-Mart through new listings and store count, 80% growth at Canadian Distributors, 74% growth offshore accounts, 8% Sam’s Club and 3% growth at Costco.• PRESIDENT’S AWARD WINNER Top Salesperson of the Year recognized consistently with monetary bonuses for a continuous increase in sales based on quota achievement, budget performance, and reaching the company's EBITA goal.• Trade shows

Brands of Chas. H. Lilly purchased by Garden Grow 1996(Representing the brands- Whitney Farms, Lilly Miller, Alaska Fish, Black Magic)Manufacturer of Soils and Fertilizers• Promoted from Key Accounts to National Accounts working with regional sales reps, store managers, district managers, and developed headquarter presentations. Major accounts included Home Depot, Fred Meyer, Costco, Ace Hardware, Tru- Value, Do-it-Best, Sam’s Club and Cost U-Less.• Grew account sales in one year up 1 million, for a 23% increase in sales. Maintained the highest sales growth and product placement.Promoted to National Accounts working with Costco and Home Depot within the first year

Sold in 1996 to Garden Grow(Representing the brand- Lilly Miller)• Managed Independent garden retailers and promoted to Mass Merchant division in 2nd year calling on Ernst, Pay-n- Pak, Eagle Hardware, Home Depot and Thurman’s and consistently ranked top in sales.• In 1995 promoted to Key Account Manager calling on headquarters of Ace Hardware, True Value, Coast to Coast and Thurman’s. Maintained the highest sales ratios, achieved quotas, averaging 16% increase in yearly sales.