Exploring Strategic Partnerships in Recycling with Paula Summers
Join us on this episode of Betts on the Future as we welcome Paula Summers, Founder and President at Summers Engineered Capital. In an engaging conversation, Paula shares her journey into the recycling industry, starting from her background in civil environmental engineering to joining her family business and becoming a key player in the metals and recycling niche. They discuss the evolving technologies in recycling, the importance of personal and professional growth, and the role of industry councils like ReMA* (ISRI) Women in Recycling. Dive deep into the intricacies of equipment financing, environmental stewardship, and the future of sustainable practices in this insightful dialogue. Tune in to learn more about Paula’s experiences and get a glimpse of the upcoming trends in the recycling sector.
01:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:01 Paula Summers' Background
02:17 Upcoming Conferences and Meetups
03:10 Charleston and Foodie Talk
04:29 Journey into the Metals Industry
07:21 Transition to Family Business
13:25 Involvement in ReMA (ISRI) and Networking
19:46 Technological Advances in Recycling
24:21 Future of Recycling and EV Circularity
30:41 Conclusion and Contact Information
*ReMA: Recycled Materials Association rebranded in 2024 from ISRI (Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries).
https://summersengineeredcapital.com/
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