Committees
Committees of the VRA work on targeted issues or projects to advance recycling in the Commonwealth. VRA members are encouraged to participate in committee work. Email the committee chair to learn more about the work of a particular committee.
Current committees include:

Vacant, Chair
Finance
The finance committee ensures that the VRA remains financially stable through financial planning, oversight and reporting. Committee members make sure that all expenses are planned and accounted for.Education/Training/Conference
The training, education, and conference committee develops sessions, events and programs that offer VRA members the opportunity to enhance their existing skills or build new ones that add to their understanding of the industry and their professional portfolio. The committee plans and manages the VRA conference and annual meeting, which brings together VRA members and industry speakers for discussion and for educational and networking opportunities. Committee members help secure the presenters, moderators, facilities, resources and equipment necessary to support general meetings and training sessions to ensure the best possible experience for our members.
Lauren Cutlip, Chair
Quinn Bernier, Members
Quinn Bernier, Members
Communications and Membership
The communications and membership committee raises the profile of the VRA outside the organization through articles, press releases, and interviews that focus on relevant issues within recycling . The committee focuses on recruiting and retaining VRA members and also communicates information and promotes discussion among VRA members through our website, LinkedIn and other social media platforms . Committee members gather information and draft material for publication. Committee members are actively involved in reaching out to prospective members, businesses, and organizations to promote the benefits of VRA and build our network.
Dan Baxter and Dan Ciesla, Co-Chairs
Melissa Pennett, Member
Melissa Pennett, Member