8:00 – 9:00 AM

Breakfast

Join us for breakfast!

Location: Gallery North/Gallery South

9:00-9:15 AM

Welcome | “What’s NEXT: The Future of Fleet”

Conor Riffle welcomes participants to Next Summit with a vision of the future of fleet management. Dive into upcoming trends, technological advancements in routing, and the integration of sustainability into technology and data. Gain a visionary perspective on the next generation of fleet operations and sustainability.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Speaker: Conor Riffle, SVP, RUBICONSmartCity

9:15-9:55 AM

The Future is Now: AI in Heavy-Duty Fleets

Engage in a forward-looking panel and Q&A session exploring the transformative impact of AI in heavy-duty fleets. Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing operations, efficiency, and sustainability in these critical sectors, and what the future holds for smart fleet management.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• The Honorable Stephen Goldsmith (Moderator)
• Bill Screen, Senior Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services
• Evan Welbourne, Sr. Director of Machine Learning, Samsara
• Conor Riffle, SVP, RUBICONSmartCity

9:55-10:10 AM

Break

15 minute break

10:10-10:50 AM

Getting Routing Right, From One Route to Full Fleet Optimization

Join us for an insightful introduction to efficient routing, featuring success stories from our knowledgeable panel. Learn about creating optimal routes from scratch, the intricacies of fleet optimization, and the benefits of effective route sequencing. This session will guide you through the essentials of getting routing right for improved operational efficiency.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Fred Hannon, VP Customer Success, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Jack Reager, Director of Information Technology, City of Scranton, PA
• Robin Barham, Solid Waste Services Director, City of Concord, NC
• Aaron Codiga, Program Administrator, City of Denver, CO
• Sheconna Merritt, Administrative Manager, City of Cleveland, OH

10:50-11:10 AM

Spotlight | Restarting Weekly Recycling in Baltimore

Baltimore was one of many cities that had to suspend their recycling operations due to the public health emergency of the pandemic. In March of 2024, Mayor Brandon Scott fulfilled a promise to residents: weekly curbside recycling collection returned to Baltimore. This was no small feat and made possible through the tireless work of the Baltimore DPW under the impressive leadership of Director Craig Jeter. Hear from Director Jeter on how he made this possible.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Fred Hannon, VP Customer Success, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Craig Jeter, Bureau Head of Solid Waste, City of Baltimore, MD

11:10-11:15 AM

Transition

Two Track instructions

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

11:15-11:55 AM

Track 1 | Sustainable Waste Streams: Reducing Contamination in your Operations

Engage in this advanced panel exploring the use of technology in reducing recycling contamination. Discover how innovative solutions can effectively minimize contamination levels, enhance recycling quality, and promote sustainable practices, and gain insights into the latest technological advances driving improvements in waste management efficiency and environmental impact.

Location: Bamboo North (144)

Panelists:

• Katie Gwathmey, Sr. Director, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Bobby Parks, Public Works Assistant Director, City of Surprise, AZ
• Jake Jansen, Resource Management Supervisor, City of Dubuque, IA
• Collette Clinkscale, Public Works Director, City of Cleveland Heights, OH
• John Culbertson, Principal, MSW Consultants

11:15-11:55 AM

Track 2 | Escaping “The Black Hole of 311”: Using Technology to Improve the Resident Experience with 311

Learn how proactive technology can anticipate issues before residents call 311. This session explores how technology can detect and address service disruptions, leading to reduced complaints and increased customer satisfaction. Discover how using technology to stay one step ahead can transform city service responsiveness and efficiency.

Location: Bamboo South (100)

Panelists:

• Josh McMahan, Director Customer Success, RUBICONSmartCity(Moderator)
• Landre Wilson, Sr. IT Applications Analyst, Austin, TX
• Philip Davis, Solid Waste Director, Memphis, TN
• Brendan Ford, Sr. GIS and IT Specialist, City of Washington, D.C.

11:55 AM-12:55 PM

Lunch

Join us for lunch!

Location: Gallery North/Gallery South

12:55-1:35 PM

Bringing Everyone with You: Navigating Change Management in Core Municipal Operations

Explore the journey from traditional paper route sheets to cutting-edge technology in waste and recycling management. Delve into digitization opportunities, the benefits it brings, and effective stakeholder management. Gain insights on setting up your program for success and navigating the transition to a tech-empowered future.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• The Honorable Michael Nutter (Moderator)
• Michael Shaw, Director of Public Works, City of Kansas City, MO
• Ken Arguello, Administrator, City of Denver, CO
• Conor Muldoon, Deputy Chief Innovation and Data Officer, City of Syracuse, NY
• Brenda Haney, Director of Solid Waste, City of Lubbock, TX

1:35-1:55 PM

Purchasing Simplified: Leveraging Cooperative Purchasing Contracts to Save Time and Money

The average RFP process takes months from posting to award. With cooperative purchasing, it can take as little as a few days. Hear from Senior Supplier Development Executive, Nick Trout, on how Sourcewell can help you save time and money by combining the buying power of 50,000 government, education, and nonprofit organizations.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Speaker: Nick Trout, Senior Supplier Development Executive, Sourcewell

1:55-2:00 PM

Transition

Two Track instructions

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

2:00-2:40 PM

Track 1a | Tech-Enabled Emergency Response: The Future of Winter Operations

Dive into the cutting edge of winter readiness as we hear from municipal innovators in snow operations and North America’s largest snow contractor. This session will explore innovative snow plow routing techniques and discuss the critical role of emergency management features in maintaining city operations during severe winter events. Join us to discover how technology is shaping the future of winter operations.

Location: Bamboo North (144)

Panelists:

• Tyler Molinaro, Sr. Director, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Michael Shaw, Director of Public Works, Kansas City, MO
• Frank Williams, Director, Department of Public Works, City of Cleveland, OH
• Conor Muldoon, Deputy Chief Innovation and Data Officer, City of Syracuse, NY
• Jonathan Matson, General Manager, A&F DiCarlo

2:40-3:20 PM

Track 1b | Shedding the “Dirty City” Stigma: How to Get to Clean and Safe Streets

Explore the pivotal role of Rubicon’s technology in maintaining urban cleanliness and more. This session will delve into how cutting-edge technology empowers cities to keep streets pristine and combat waste issues. Learn about the innovative strategies and tools that are keeping communities clean and sustainable.

Location: Bamboo North (144)

Panelists:

• Harry Hayes, former Chief Operating Officer and Solid Waste Director, City of Houston, TX (Moderator)
• Helvia Quinones, Deputy Director of the South Operation, Solid Waste Department, City of Houston, TX
• Brendan Ford, Sr. GIS and IT Specialist, City of Washington, D.C.
• Jimmi Lossing, City of Kansas City, MO

2:00-2:40 PM

Track 2a | Innovating with Unions: Working with Organized Labor to Champion New Technology

Municipal labor unions play an important role in ensuring technology improves lives for operators, leadership, and residents within a city. In this panel, you will hear from our incredible group of municipal leaders whose unions have helped accomplish city goals with technology.

Location: Bamboo South (100)

Panelists:

• Hurst Renner, Sr. Director, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Scotty Rogers, Superintendent, City of Miami, FL
• Jack Reager, Director of Information Technology, City of Scranton, PA

2:40-3:20 PM

Track 2b | Pursuit of Happy Residents: How Technology can Boost Resident Satisfaction and Quality of Life

This session will feature discussions on how real-time insights, efficient routing, and transparent communication leads to enhanced services and happier communities. Learn from city representatives about the transformative impact of technology in their waste and recycling vehicles on their citizens’ quality of life.

Location: Bamboo South (100)

Panelists:

• David Battaglia, Sr. Director, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Brenda Haney, Director of Solid Waste, City of Lubbock, TX
• Mark Wilfalk, Director, Solid Waste Management, City of Houston, TX
• Shaaron Grayson, Assistant Public Works Director for Solid Waste, City of Coral Gables, FL

3:20-3:35 PM

Break

15 minute break

Location: Gallery North/Gallery South

3:35-3:55 PM

Spotlight | Moving to a Digital World in Houston, TX

Implementing change in a city of any size is a daunting task, especially in the fourth most populous city in the United States. Hear from Director Wilfalk, with three decades of experience in solid waste and environmental management, on the challenges and opportunities in one of the largest solid waste operations in America.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Fred Hannon, VP Customer Success, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Mark Wilfalk, Director Solid Waste Management, Houston, TX

3:55-4:00 PM

Transition

Two Track instructions

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Workshops

4:00-4:40 PM

Workshop | Track 1a | Save Money, Time, and Headaches with Innovative Integrations

Engage in an interactive workshop focused on building scalable data integrations. This hands-on session will guide you through the process of creating effective integrations, enhancing data management, and optimizing system interoperability to elevate your operational efficiency and service delivery.

Location: Bamboo North (144)

Panelists:

• Courtney Camporine, Senior Manager, System Integrations, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Landre Wilson, Sr. IT Applications Analyst, Austin, TX
• Brendan Ford, Sr. GIS and IT Specialist, City of Washington, D.C.
• Kelly Holleran, Senior Solutions Engineer, ESRI

4:40-5:20 PM

Workshop | Track 1b | Bring Us Your Hardest Routing Problems

Participate in an interactive workshop led by Rubicon’s Vice President of Product Development, Paul Patterson. Troubleshoot and refine your routing strategies, address specific challenges and learn advanced techniques. Enhance your skills in optimizing routes for efficiency and effectiveness with hands-on guidance from a leading industry expert.

Location: Bamboo North (144)

Panelists:

• Paul Patterson, VP Product Development, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Ben Myers, RUBICONSmartCity
• Shaquawanna Carter, Assistant Director of Solid Waste, City of Midland, TX
• Jamie Johnson, Manager, City of North Platte, NE

4:00-4:40 PM

Workshop | Track 2a | Making Your Case: Demonstrating ROI and Cost Savings

Moderated by Harry Hayes, former Chief Operating Officer of the City of Houston and Director for Houston’s Solid Waste Management Department, this workshop will address managing heavy-duty fleets amidst inflation. Explore strategies for minimizing costs while maintaining effectiveness, with a focus on both saving and generating revenue.

Location: Bamboo South (100)

Panelists:

• Harry Hayes, former Chief Operating Officer and Solid Waste Director, City of Houston, TX (Moderator)
• Conor Muldoon, Deputy Chief Innovation and Data Officer, City of Syracuse, NY
• Philip Davis, Director of Public Works, City of Memphis, TN

4:40-5:20 PM

Workshop | Track 2b | Apply to Win: Best Practices for Federal and State Grants

Learn the essentials of applying for and winning federal and state grants, understand the criteria, and explore strategies to enhance your city’s application. Gain the knowledge to secure funding and advance your city’s waste management initiatives.

Location: Bamboo South (100)

Panelists:

• Katie Gwathmey, Sr. Director, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Charlotte Pitt, Director of Grant Development, The Recycling Partnership
• Michael Shaw, Director of Public Works, City of Kansas City, MO

5:35-10:00 PM

Empire Cruise Boat Excursion

Join us for some fun on the water! (See below for bus departure times to the boat):

• 5:30 PM – Ease
• 5:40 PM – Ease
• 6:00 PM – Millennium Hilton

8:00-9:00 AM

Breakfast

Join us for breakfast!

Location: Gallery North/Gallery South

9:00-9:15 AM

What’s NEXT: The Future of Sustainability

Conor Riffle and Tom Owston welcome participants to Day 2 of Next Summit with a vision of the future of sustainable operations.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Speakers:

• Conor Riffle, SVP, RUBICONSmartCity
• Tom Owston, CCO, Rubicon

9:15-10:00 AM

Plenary Keynote

Leadership, Sustainability, and Results: Perspectives from 12 Years as Denver’s Mayor and Lessons for the Future

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Speaker: The Honorable Michael B. Hancock, former Mayor of City of Denver, CO (Intro: Conor Riffle, SVP, RUBICONSmartCity)

10:00-10:15 AM

Break

15 minute break

Location: Gallery North/Gallery South

10:15-11:00 AM

Powering Circular Solutions in Waste and Recycling

Explore the transformative power of cross-sector collaboration in achieving circular solutions in waste and recycling. This session highlights the importance of organics recycling and food waste management, showcasing unique partnerships that bridge infrastructure gaps and enhance commodity utilization. Discover how unity across sectors can drive sustainable, circular practices.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Ryan Cooper, VP Circular Economy Solutions, Rubicon (Moderator)
• J.D. Hill, Founder and Co-owner, Recycled City
• Lisa Shibata, Director of Sustainability, Chipotle Mexican Grill
• Christi Turner, Founder and CEO, Scraps
• Pete Smith, Head of Operations, Cowboy Compost

11:00-11:35 AM

Spotlight | The Future of EPR Policy & Implications for Stakeholders

Explore the evolution and future of extended producer responsibility (EPR) in the United States with expert Heidi Sanborn. Delve into its origins, current status, and predictions for the future, understanding the impact and direction of EPR on waste management and sustainability nationwide.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Speaker: Heidi Sanborn, Executive Director, Stewardship Action Foundation and National Stewardship Action Council (Intro: Ryan Cooper, VP Circular Economy Solutions, Rubicon)

11:35 AM-12:20 PM

Race to Zero: Strategies for Zero Waste Success

Join an insightful panel featuring the perspectives of businesses, cities and sustainability partners as they delve into strategies for achieving zero waste. Followed by a Q&A session, this panel will delve into how different sectors are navigating the challenges and opportunities on the road to zero waste.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Tom Owston, COO, Rubicon (Moderator)
• Meredith Lindvall, Sr. Director Recycling and Waste Reduction, Cox Enterprises
• Rebecca Kulas, Sustainability Operations Manager, Best Buy
• Lauren Sweeney, Co-founder and CEO, DeliverZero
• Richard McHale, Director, Austin Resource Recovery

12:20-1:10 PM

Lunch

Join us for lunch!

Location: Gallery North/Gallery South

1:10-1:55 PM

The Future is Charged: The Evolution of Electric Fleets

Venture into the future of electric vehicles (EVs) in heavy-duty fleet management. This session delves into the evolution and impact of EVs in reducing scope 3 emissions. Learn about the advancements, challenges, and opportunities in transitioning to electric fleets, and how this shift is shaping a more sustainable future for transportation and supply chains.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Adrian Rouse, EV Strategy and Planning SME, Deloitte (Moderator)
• Stephanie Gresalfi, Sustainability Advisor, U.S. General Services Administration Fleet Program
• Keith Kerman, Chief Fleet Officer, Deputy Commissioner, DCAS, City of New York, NY
• Hani Hawari, Lead Product Manager, EV and Sustainability, Geotab
• Scott Beck, VP of Sales, Battle Motors

1:55-2:20 PM

Spotlight | How Whole Foods is Setting the Sustainability Standard

Caitlin Leibert talks to us about the cutting edge sustainability work of Whole Foods

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Jen Clough, VP Growth, Rubicon (Moderator)
• Caitlin Leibert, VP of Sustainability, Whole Foods Market

2:20-3:05 PM

The Power of Data in Driving Sustainable Outcomes

Discover how to harness data from your waste and recycling operations to fulfill your sustainability goals in this insightful session featuring a range of data leaders. Learn about the strategic use of data to drive environmental initiatives, enhance efficiency, and make impactful decisions towards a more sustainable future.

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

Panelists:

• Conor Riffle, SVP, RUBICONSmartCity (Moderator)
• Jadi Munson, Director, Facility Services, Walmart
• Julia Matthews, VP of ESG, Peloton
• Helvia Quinones, Deputy Director of the South Operation, Solid Waste Department, City of Houston, TX
• Adam Carnow, Public Works Industry Specialist, ESRI

3:05-3:10

Transition

Two Track instructions

Location: Oasis Assembly (200)

3:10-3:25 PM

Break

15 minute break

Location: Gallery North/Gallery South

3:25-4:10 PM

Track 1 | Secrets of Organics Diversion: Commercial Strategies for Success

Unlock the secrets of successful organics diversion from strategy to implementation in this engaging session. Hear from a range of partners about their journey, challenges, and victories in diverting organic waste. Gain valuable insights and practical tips to enhance your own organics management and sustainability efforts.

Location: Bamboo South (100)

Panelists:

• Eileen Banyra, CEO and Founder, Community Compost Co
• Kevin Quandt, Senior VP of Supply Chain and Sustainability, True Food Kitchen
• Zenab Taliaferro, Sales Manager, Green Bucket Compost
• Scott Draper, Owner, EZ Composting
• Christi Turner, Founder and CEO, Scraps

3:25-4:10 PM

Track 2 | Made from Scraps: Starting a Composting Program in your City

Join an expert panel of cities and haulers as they discuss the ins and outs of starting a composting program for cities. Uncover the essential steps, common challenges, and best practices in initiating and maintaining a successful composting initiative to drive sustainability and waste reduction.

Location: Bamboo North (144)

Panelists:

• Frank Franciosi, Executive Director, US Composting Council (Moderator)
• Robert Williams, Director of Solid Waste Management, City of Orange County, NC
• Conor Miller, CEO, Black Earth Compost
• Ken Arguelo, Administrator, City of Denver, CO
• Ben Parry, CEO, The Compost Crew

4:10-4:15 PM

Transition

Two Track instructions

Location: Overhead sound system

Workshops

4:15-5:00 PM

Workshop 1 | What Does the Future of EPR Mean for Your Operations?

EPR expert Heidi Sandborn is available to discuss your EPR goals

Location: Bamboo South (100)

Speaker: Heidi Sanborn, Executive Director, Stewardship Action Foundation and National Stewardship Action Council

4:15-5:00 PM

Workshop 2 | Commodities: Getting Your Waste to Work for You

Join an interactive workshop featuring Rubicon’s customers and partners, delving into the world of commodities recycling. Learn how to maximize profits from your recycling efforts, understand market trends, and explore strategies for effective commodity management. This hands-on session offers valuable insights into turning recycling into revenue.

Location: Bamboo North (144)

Panelists:

• Chris Witherspoon, VP Commodities, Rubicon (Moderator)
• Paul England, Executive Vice President, Midland Davis
• Karen Wilson, Manager, Speciality Development, Greif Recycling
• Andre Betito, Area Director, 1-800 Got Junk
• Rebecca Kulas, Sustainability Operations Manager, Best Buy

5:00-8:00 PM

Happy Hour + Dinner

Network and mingle while enjoying beer, wine and a thoughtfully selected menu.

Location: Ease Terrace Gallery North / Gallery South

8:00 AM-12:00 PM

Commercial Customer Workshops (Invite only)

Commercial customer workshops, invitation only. This intimate half day will include breakfast and lunch.

Location:
22 Vanderbilt
335 Madison Avenue
Floor 7
New York, NY