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Are you a dedicated public sector professional with over a year of experience, eager to further your education and enhance your skillset? Each year, we provide the Public Sector Scholarship Program that allows public sector professionals to attend WasteExpo at no cost!
2025 Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to this year's recipients!
Adam Russell City of Spokane
Amber Greene TN Department of Environment & Conservation
Arah Montagne City of Sioux City
Billy Hall Page County, Virginia
Colby Reid Metro Waste Authority
Jeff Smith Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Katie Sloan City of South Lake Tahoe
Kevin Roy Serrona Prince George's County
Kimberly Madigan Garrett County Solid Waste & Recycling
Shawn Hammers Christian County Solid Waste Management
Scholarship Details
We are no longer accepting applications for WasteExpo 2025.
Scholarships include the following benefits:
4-night hotel stay in Las Vegas
Premium conference pass which includes:
One (1) ticket to the public sector reception
One (1) ticket to the welcome reception
One (1) ticket to the Waste360 Awards ceremony
One (1) workshop or tour of your choice
*Please note that portions of your submission may be used in future marketing materials. Past scholarship recipients are not eligible for consideration. If you are selected for the scholarship, but have already registered as a paid attendee, your registration fees will be refunded to you.
Qualifications
Individuals looking to receive the scholarship must:
Live and work in the United States
Have worked in the public sector for at least one year
Be 18 years or older
Be interested in continuing education and skill development
Provide two (2) professional recommendations
OPTIONAL: Potential recipients can also provide a link to a video explaining why they would like to be considered for this scholarship and what goals they hope to achieve at WasteExpo 2025.
2024 Scholarship Recipient Testimonials
"My time at WasteExpo was absolutely amazing! The sheer scale of the event and the solid waste and recycling industry it showcases was awe-inspiring. I gained so much valuable knowledge from the education sessions and had the opportunity to make connections with industry professionals from across North America. It was also fantastic to finally meet, face-to-face, with colleagues I regularly work with but rarely see in person... I am incredibly grateful for the Public Sector Scholarship, which made it possible for me to attend this incredible event! I sincerely hope I am able to attend again in the future!"
~ Tori Carle | Waste Reduction Supervisor | City of Greensboro NC
"As a young professional that is planning to continue working in the solid waste industry, I could not speak more highly of the benefits of attending the WasteExpo... The conference exceeded my expectations and allowed me to gain valuable insight to bring back to the programs I manage. I was able to find a significant amount of relevant exhibitors that provide services or equipment related to my current role... The Public Sector Reception was a great opportunity to network with other industry professionals... I am looking forward to attending future WasteExpo events to continue to grow my knowledge."
~ Thomas Szabo | Waste Programs Manager | City of Norwalk
"...I got to make some great connections with like-minded industry peers, both in the public and private sectors, and even gleaned a little insight from some presentations that I can use in my full-time job at MnTAP. The Zero Waste training offered by Zero Waste USA was a great reminder to further my efforts in my job, and I thoroughly enjoyed the Reuse Trashion Show."
~ Jon Schroeder | Sustainable Materials Management Specialist | Minnesota Technical Assistance Program
"The scholarship was a transformative opportunity for me as a young female professional in the waste industry... The experience expanded my professional network, which has been beneficial as we take the initiative to bring new waste diversion methods to our area. The conference equipped me with tools and inspiration to bring fresh ideas into my role and to the residents of Beaufort County."
~ Victoria Hoffman | Solid Waste & Recycling Program Manager | Beaufort County Government
