2026 Agenda

Exhibit Hall Hours

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Education Hours

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Show ends at 6:00 PM

Times, sessions and speakers are subject to change.

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST

Annual Board Meeting*
*Open to all Construction & Demolition Recycling Association members in good standing.

11:00 AM – 6:30 PM EST

Registration Open

11:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST

Exhibitor Setup in Exhibit Hall

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST

Annual Board Meeting - Closed Session*
*Only open to current Construction & Demolition Recycling Association Board members

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Workshop: Understanding RCI Certification
During this informative workshop, the Recycling Certification Institute (RCI) shares what it takes for companies to become certified and how that certification adds value for your business.
Randy Wolf
Moderator Randy Wolf Chief Operations Officer, Recycling Certification Institute (RCI) View Bio
Stephen Bantillo
Speaker Stephen Bantillo Executive Director, Recycling Certification Institute (RCI) View Bio
Michael Stepic
Speaker Michael Stepic Owner/Senior Engineer, Rubber City Engineering and Environmental, LLC View Bio
John Thomas
Speaker John Thomas Managing Partner, Waste & Recycling Solutions View Bio

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EST

Exhibit Hall Open

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EST

Opening Reception in Exhibit Hall
Sponsored By

7:00 AM – 6:30 PM EST

Registration Open

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM EST

Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

7:00 AM – 6:30 PM EST

Exhibit Hall Open

8:00 AM – 9:15 AM EST

Opening Keynote: The Power of Understanding People
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This interactive keynote equips attendees with actionable tools and techniques to support their individual communication and leadership styles. Through engaging, humorous content, attendees uncover the cornerstone of high performance and learn practical strategies for enhancing communication, teamwork, employee engagement, customer service excellence and influence.
Dave Mitchell
Speaker Dave Mitchell Founder/President, The Leadership Difference Inc. View Bio

9:15 AM – 9:45 AM EST

CDRA Annual Meeting
Members will learn about the valuable programs the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association has developed, gain insights into current business activities and discover what the association has planned for the year ahead.

9:45 AM – 10:15 AM EST

Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

10:15 AM – 12:15 PM EST

Technology Forum
Learn about some of the industry's most innovative technology solutions for processing today's material streams.
Bernard Styer
Moderator Bernard Styer President, American Demolition Corporation View Bio

12:15 PM – 1:45 PM EST

Networking Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Sponsored By

1:45 PM – 2:30 PM EST

CDRA Awards Ceremony
Sponsored By
Join us for the presentation of the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association's prestigious industry awards.
Andi Johnson
Presenter Andi Johnson Executive Director, Construction & Demolition Recycling Association View Bio
John Thomas
Presenter John Thomas Managing Partner, Waste & Recycling Solutions View Bio

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM EST

Notes from the Jobsite: General Contractor Insights
An inside look at how construction contractors are looking at recycling and materials diversion at their jobsites.
Geoff Brock
Moderator Geoff Brock Director of Sustainability, IPS-Integrated Project Services LLC View Bio
Amanda Atkinson
Speaker Amanda Atkinson Vice President of Sustainable Services, Holder Construction Co. View Bio
Erin Kirkpatrick
Speaker Erin Kirkpatrick National Sustainability Manager, Swinerton View Bio
Nelson Russom
Speaker Nelson Russom Waste and Circularity Program Manager, Turner Construction View Bio

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST

Unlocking the Value of Recovered Materials
Industry experts share their innovative approaches to turning recovered materials into valuable, marketable products.
Lauren Asfour
Moderator Lauren Asfour Senior Project Engineer, Posillico Wash Plant View Bio
Christine Kiourtsis
Speaker Christine Kiourtsis President and Founder, Renewable Recycling, Inc. View Bio
Andrew Paluszkiewicz
Speaker Andrew Paluszkiewicz Managing Partner & Director of Operations, Eco Materials LLC View Bio

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EST

Networking Reception in Exhibit Hall
Sponsored By

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM EST

CDRA Issues & Education Fundraiser
Sponsored By

7:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST

Registration Open

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM EST

Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
Sponsored By

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST

Exhibit Hall Open

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM EST

Community Engagement: Building Relationships to Ensure Our Industry is Understood
Learn how industry leaders are building strong relationships with local policymakers to ensure they have a voice to help shape policy and regulation.
Troy Lautenbach
Moderator Troy Lautenbach President, Lautenbach Recycling View Bio
David DeVito
Speaker David DeVito Vice President of Operations, ReSource Waste Services View Bio
Patti Hamilton
Speaker Patti Hamilton Vice President, Brand & Culture, Coastal Waste & Recycling View Bio
Bill Keegan
Speaker Bill Keegan President, Dem-Con Companies View Bio
Michelle Mountjoy
Speaker Michelle Mountjoy Rules Coordinator, Division of Materials and Waste Management, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency View Bio

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM EST

Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

9:30 AM – 10:45 AM EST

Rapid Fire CDRA Committee Updates
Construction & Demolition Recycling Association committee chairs present brief reports outlining the work and progress of their respective committees.
Brock Hill
Moderator Brock Hill CEO, Premier Recycle View Bio
Lauren Asfour
Speaker Lauren Asfour Senior Project Engineer, Posillico Wash Plant View Bio
Will Hancock
Speaker Will Hancock Business Development, OEM-Florida View Bio
Dan Horton
Speaker Dan Horton Founder and Partner, ASR Systems LLC View Bio
Richard Ludt
Speaker Richard Ludt Director of Environmental Affairs, Interior Removal Specialist, Inc. View Bio
Leroy Taggart
Speaker Leroy Taggart Senior Vice President, Property & Casualty, Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC View Bio
Terry Weaver
Speaker Terry Weaver President, USA Gypsum View Bio

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM EST

Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM EST

Preparing for Natural Disasters
Discover how construction and demolition recycling facilities can proactively prepare to support cleanup efforts following natural disasters. Learn proven best practices for resource mobilization, debris management and partnering with local agencies.
Chad Abell
Speaker Chad Abell Vice President, EHS & Engineering, Coastal Waste & Recycling View Bio
Lois Rose
Speaker Lois Rose Manager II/Landfill Operations, Solid Waste, Sarasota County, Florida View Bio

12:15 PM – 1:45 PM EST

Networking Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Sponsored By

1:45 PM – 2:45 PM EST

Innovative Approaches to Landfill Conservation
Preserving the valuable airspace in landfills is the subject of this informative panel. From recycling activities to successfully mining a landfill, this session will deliver valuable insights.
Jason Haus
Moderator Jason Haus CEO, Dem-Con Companies View Bio
Pete Ristagno Jr.
Speaker Pete Ristagno Jr. Co-Owner and CEO, Pete & Pete Container Service Inc./Boyas Excavating View Bio
Michael Stepic
Speaker Michael Stepic Owner/Senior Engineer, Rubber City Engineering and Environmental, LLC View Bio

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM EST

Networking Refreshment Break

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Managing the Threat of Battery Fires
Hear from a range of trade association representatives about the efforts they are undertaking to address the threat of battery fires in waste and recycling operations.
John Thomas
Moderator John Thomas Managing Partner, Waste & Recycling Solutions View Bio
Michael E. Hoffman
Speaker Michael E. Hoffman President and CEO, National Waste & Recycling Association View Bio
Kristyn Oldendorf
Speaker Kristyn Oldendorf Senior Director of Public Policy & Communications, Solid Waste Association of North America View Bio
Robin Wiener
Speaker Robin Wiener President, Recycled Materials Association View Bio

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST

Navigating M&A: A Practical Guide
Thinking about a merger or acquisition (M&A) but unsure where to start? Join these experts for a discussion on key steps, actionable insights, what to expect and where to find the right information to make smart business and financial decisions.
Joe Ursuy
Moderator Joe Ursuy Executive Vice President - Energy, Renewables, and Waste, Comerica Bank View Bio
Effram Kaplan
Speaker Effram Kaplan Senior Managing Director and Principal, Brown Gibbons Lang & Co. View Bio
Davey Mishra
Speaker Davey Mishra Vice President, Clairvest Group Inc. View Bio

5:00 PM EST

Closing Remarks