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Our Team... David Burton MCIWM AIEMA CEnv Chairman and Managing Director David has been involved in environmental issues for over 40 years and has been specifically working in waste and recycling and Producer Responsibility issues for over 20 years. David is a Chartered Environmentalist and a long standing Member of the Chartered Institute of Waste Management and an Associate of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment. Responsible for the development of the first paperbanks in the UK, David also launched the first domestic wheeled bin collection for recycling and some of the earliest reverse logistics operations for recyclates from key retailers. As a founder member and first convenor of the voluntary UK Buy Recycled Programme, David is dedicated to stimulating 'demand led' development of recycling rather than 'supply push' - thus avoiding mountains of recyclate. Having previously been closely involved in the packaging waste debate since 1996, in more recent years, David has focused his attentions on business clients developing opportunities under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2006 (as amended 2007). In May 2006 David Burton was appointed to sit on the (previously DTI now BERR) WEEE Advisory Group - a recognition of his extensive experience in the area of Producer Responsibility and recycling. David has taken pleasure in growing organic products for over 30 years. His other interests include cycling and hiking in the beautiful surround countryside of Shropshire. Contact: davidb@strateco.co.uk
Carl Krüger MBA, MSc, BSc, DIC, CEnv, MCIWM, MIEMA Technical and Environmental Director Carl is a senior, internationally experienced, environmental director with long term experience in creation of departments from scratch in a range of companies from blue chip manufacturing industries through to start-ups. Additionally he has led on PPC certification and EMS for ISO14001 development together with Environmental Policies, Audit Protocols and Corporate Standards. Further to this he has carried out strategic reviews of business opportunities for Business to Business service companies in developing new markets, trained clients' personnel in auditing processes and has worked within risk management, due diligence and corporate environmental responsibility, and integrating EMS into management systems. Drawing on over 12 years of environmental experience and 4 years prior to that in the finance and accounting world, Carl has been developing strategic legal responses to the WEEE legislation – on which he has lectured and written publicly on numerous occasions for industry groupings. Carl is a Chartered Environmentalist, a professionally qualified environmental auditor and a full Member of both the Chartered Institute of Wastes Management and the Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment. Carl has varied interests he pursues in his leisurely time, which include wildlife, walking, ethics, visiting castles and listening to classical music. Contact: carlk@strateco.co.uk
Maggie Furmanek ACMA Strateco Finance Director & Company Secretary As Finance Director of a £15 million turnover company with 172 employees for 4 years, Maggie decided to take a career break in 2005, to fulfil an ambition to extensively travel across Europe for 12 months. Maggie joined Strateco Limited in December 2006, upon returning from her travels. As Company Secretary and Finance Director for Strateco Limited, Maggie has since also been appointed Finance Director of both sister companies ‘CRT Recycling Ltd’ and ‘Electrocycle Ltd’. Having passed her CIMA qualification in 1993, Maggie is a professional accountant. Within her role at Strateco Maggie particularly enjoys the hands-on approach and participating in strategic decision-making. Maggie enjoys a range of hobbies from Scuba Diving (where she acted as Treasurer of a local dive club for many years), entertaining friends, walking her dogs in the surrounding countryside and watercolour painting. Contact: maggief@strateco.co.uk
Rob Leong MSc MEng MCIWM Head of Projects As a Member of the Chartered Institute of Wastes Management, Rob initially began his career in the waste and recycling industry in 1998. Having previously studded a Master of Science in ‘Business Strategy and Environmental Management’ (in addition to his master of engineering degree), Rob utilises this strategic thinking background within his role at Strateco. In addition to managing the recycling Operations Team and consulting on environmental matters such as WEEE, duty of care, hazardous waste, carbon emissions and ISO14001, Rob is currently involved in strategy, marketing, IT and technical development in Strateco's business areas and investments. His previous role at an environmental consultancy involved the managing a team of consultants, designers and technical staff delivering public waste education, awareness and promotions to local authorities. Prior to this, Rob project managed a portfolio of R&D projects into sustainable waste management for both public and private sector organisations. The projects covered a spectrum of areas including kerbside collections, landfill technology, public consultations, waste minimisation, waste audits and composting. Rob spends his personal time reading and traveling and is a student of the Karate Union of Great Britain. Contact: robt@strateco.co.uk
Laura Taylor BA (Hons) GradMCIWM Compliance Manager Having joined Strateco in 2005, Laura is focused upon Strateco’s main business sector, in response to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2006 (as amended 2007). As Compliance Manager, Laura is responsible for managing the services provided to and ensuring overall compliance to legislative requirements, of the business area and its clients. Laura is a graduate member of the Chartered Institute of Wastes Management, having graduated with an upper-second class BA (Hons) Geography at Staffordshire University. Studying a range of National and European environmental legislation, led her to Kenya where she investigated the differing geographic and environmental concerns encountered outside of the EU. In addition Laura has previously conducted work with local authorities to increase their recycling rates through her research into motivations and deterrents of public recycling participation, and volunteered as an Education Volunteer for the National Trust, explaining environmental issues and educating all ages about nature. Away from work, Laura continues her enjoyment for and interest in the environment through her passion for photography, specialising in macro imagery of fauna and flora and gardening. Contact: laurat@strateco.co.uk
Clare Ireland - BSc (Hons) Compliance Co-ordinator Building upon her studies in BSc Environmental Science gained at University of Stirling, and valuable experience working for the Scottish Waste Awareness Group (SWAG), Clare has developed within her role and is now the first point of contact for Strateco’s business sector clients. Specialising in providing advice and guidance on technical issues relating to the Waste Electrical & Electronic Regulations 2006 (as amended 2007), Clare ensures clients remain compliant with legislative requirements. Clare has been a member of the Strateco team since April 2006, but has previous experience regarding public opinion and attitudes towards environmental issues. Utilising her environmental studies, Clare conducted National research regarding public opinion and attitudes towards local recycling schemes, along with working with design companies and local authorities to maximise recycling messages at Recycling Centres across Scotland. During her spare time Clare enjoys playing the Classical guitar which she has been learning since 2006, along with studying Italian. Contact: clarei@strateco.co.uk
Chris Martin B.A. (Hons) Accounts Administrator Chris graduated in 2006 from the University of Wales, Lampeter with a BA (Hons) in Medieval and Classical Studies. Having previously worked as a Sales Ledger Administrator, Chris is currently studying AAT Foundation level at Shrewsbury College. As Accounts Administrator at Strateco Limited, Chris provides a range of financial and systems support across the varied business areas. In addition to playing the guitar and practising Kung Fu, in his spare time Chris enjoys reading history based texts, ranging from fantasy, Ancient Greek plays, poems and novels (including Shakespeare and Chaucer), amongst other Medieval writers. Contact: chrism@strateco.co.uk
Jeanette Burton Accounts Administrator Jeanette is a founder member of the Strateco team and has worked for the Company since its inception in 2003. Having previously left her career in banking to start a family, Jeanette is now an integral part of the Finance department specialising in certain business areas. Her duties are focused upon accounts, payroll and Jeanette is head of Personnel issues. Jeanette enjoys a range of leisurely interests, including visiting the Theatre, but most particularly pottery throwing, which she has been practicing since 2006. Contact: jmb@strateco.co.uk
Steve Rymill MSc BSc (Hons) Recycling Officer Having qualified with a BSc in Geography from the University of Salford, Steve continued his studies to further gain an MSc in Environmental Protection and Management at Bournemouth University. Steve’s university studies included a range of environmental modules including environmental law, environmental management, contaminated land, Environmental Impact Assessments, and waste management. Using Malta as a case study, Steve’s Masters paper focussed upon some of the environmental challenges facing new EU members. In addition to his qualifications, Steve has gained valuable experience conducting research on analysing the recyclable content of commercial waste, as well as volunteering for various habitat management projects. During his spare time, Steve likes to keep fit playing football and is an avid follower of music bands and his favourite football team. Contact: stevenr@strateco.co.uk
Louise Hughes BSc (Hons) Recycling officer Louise graduated from Aberystwyth University in 2008 with a BSc (Hons) in Geography. In addition, she took an industrial year out from her studies in 2006 and worked for the Environment Agency within the Groundwater and Contaminated Land team, whereby she gained valuable experience on current environmental legislation and waste management issues. Her environmental interests mainly lie within the continuing promotion of reuse and recycling and has been involved in volunteering in the Ceredigion area, including a local school garden project. She also enjoys outdoor pursuits such as walking and cycling. Contact: louiseh@strateco.co.uk
James Wormleighton BA (Hons) Recycling officer James graduated from Leeds University in 2008 with a BA (Hons) in Environmental Management, covering a wide scope of environmental aspects including Waste Management, Business and the Environment, Sustainable Development, Transport and the Environment, Resource Efficiency and Pollution Law. In 2007, James undertook a summer placement with an environmental consultancy firm in Lytham St Anne’s researching transport, energy and waste issues. Outside of work, he supports Blackpool FC, plays football, goes rambling and enjoys a nice pint of Samuel Smiths bitter. Contact: jamesw@strateco.co.uk
Suzi Davies Administrator Previously having worked in various sectors from studying veterinary to nursery nursing, Suzi has developed her professional career in sales and administrative orientated environments, combining her work with her love for travel (which led her to Spain and Greece for 12 months). Having recently returned to work after starting her family, Suzi is a valuable member of the team, providing diverse administrative duties and assistance to all project areas within Strateco. In her spare time, Suzi enjoys Mediterranean cooking and walking with her family in Wales and the Shropshire area. Contact: suzid@strateco.co.uk |
