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:

Kevin Drumm, Chair
Christine McCoy and Kevin Drumm, Co-Chair
Robert Waschler, Member
Christine McCoy and Kevin Drumm, Co-Chair
Robert Waschler, Member
Membership
The membership committee focuses on recruiting and retaining VRA members. 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 Ciesla, Chair
Dan Baxter and Dan Ciesla, Co-Chairs
Melissa Pennett, Member
Dan Baxter and Dan Ciesla, Co-Chairs
Melissa Pennett, Member
Policy
The policy and governance committee reviews and maintains compliance with bylaws and policies of the VRA. The committee undertakes the research that drives the development of VRA policy on current issues facing our industry. Committee members attend meetings and conferences, talk to colleagues, read policy documents and relevant articles, and then come together to discuss how this information can benefit VRA members.
Daniel Baxter, Chair
Governance
The policy and governance committee reviews and maintains compliance with bylaws and policies of the VRA. The committee undertakes the research that drives the development of VRA policy on current issues facing our industry. Committee members attend meetings and conferences, talk to colleagues, read policy documents and relevant articles, and then come together to discuss how this information can benefit VRA members.Education/Training
The training and education 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. Committee members find the resources and the plan the activities and events for our members.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.Conference and Awards
The conference 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 and equipment necessary to support general meetings and training sessions to ensure the best possible experience for our members.
Billy Basham, Chair
Lauren and Quinn, Members
Lauren and Quinn, Members