Leadership Overview
Circular Services has 5 executives leading key functions including strategy, financial oversight, legal compliance, facility management, and commodity trading.
Committed to advancing sustainable resource management, Circular Services transforms waste into valuable supply chain inputs while reducing landfill reliance through innovative recovery and recycling infrastructure across the United States.
Committed to advancing sustainable resource management, Circular Services transforms waste into valuable supply chain inputs while reducing landfill reliance through innovative recovery and recycling infrastructure across the United States.
Leadership Roles at Circular Services
Aaron Gonen - Chief Executive Officer
Aaron Gonen, the Chief Executive Officer at Circular Services, directs the overarching corporate strategy to minimize landfill waste through advanced material recovery. By scaling the national network of processing facilities, the Chief Executive Officer ensures that packaging, organics, and electronics return to the supply chain efficiently. This leadership role involves aligning the board with long-term sustainability goals while driving market expansion across the United States. Aaron Gonen maintains focus on the circular economy model, ensuring that every operational decision supports the reduction of environmental impact. The Chief Executive Officer collaborates with regional leaders to optimize facility performance and resource allocation. Through rigorous oversight of organizational growth, the Chief Executive Officer secures the company's position as a leader in environmental services. Gonen champions the integration of new recycling technologies to enhance material purity and value, ultimately fostering a more sustainable industrial landscape for all clients.

Amy Wagner - Chief Financial Officer
Amy Wagner, the Chief Financial Officer at Circular Services, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies necessary for expanding recycling infrastructure. Overseeing financial planning and analysis, the Chief Financial Officer ensures that investments in organics recovery and secure shredding yield measurable returns. This role involves balancing operational costs with the revenue generated from materials trading to maintain profitability. Amy Wagner monitors the financial performance of facilities across the United States, providing the data-driven insights required for strategic decision-making. By optimizing the capital structure, the Chief Financial Officer supports the company's mission to divert waste from landfills. Wagner coordinates with the executive team to assess the viability of new market entries and technology acquisitions. Through disciplined financial management, the Chief Financial Officer strengthens the balance sheet, enabling the company to scale operations effectively while maintaining a robust commitment to the circular economy.

Tom Outerbridge - President, Mrf Operations (East)
Tom Outerbridge, the President, Mrf Operations (East) at Circular Services, manages the daily performance and efficiency of material recovery facilities throughout the eastern United States. Overseeing the sorting and processing of recyclables, the President, Mrf Operations (East) ensures that high-quality materials return to the supply chain. This role involves optimizing facility throughput and implementing advanced technology to maximize recovery rates for packaging and textiles. Tom Outerbridge coordinates with regional teams to maintain operational excellence and safety standards. By streamlining the processing of diverse waste streams, the President, Mrf Operations (East) directly supports the company's goal of reducing landfill reliance. Outerbridge monitors operational metrics to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions. Through effective management of the eastern facility network, the President, Mrf Operations (East) ensures that the company meets its ambitious sustainability targets while delivering consistent value to municipal and business partners.
Todd Shumaker - President, Commodities & Brokerage Services
Todd Shumaker, the President, Commodities & Brokerage Services at Circular Services, directs the trading and distribution of recovered materials to global markets. Overseeing the brokerage of recyclables, the President, Commodities & Brokerage Services ensures that processed materials find high-value end markets, supporting the circular economy. This role involves analyzing market trends to optimize the pricing and movement of commodities like electronics and packaging. Todd Shumaker manages relationships with industrial buyers to ensure a steady demand for recovered resources. By connecting the company's processing capabilities with market needs, the President, Commodities & Brokerage Services drives revenue growth and material circularity. Shumaker collaborates with facility managers to align output quality with buyer specifications. Through strategic market positioning, the President, Commodities & Brokerage Services maximizes the value of every ton of material processed, ensuring that the company remains a vital link in the sustainable supply chain across the United States.
Catherine Finley - Chief Legal Officer
Catherine Finley, the Chief Legal Officer at Circular Services, governs all regulatory compliance and risk management frameworks associated with environmental waste processing. Overseeing complex legal matters, the Chief Legal Officer ensures that facility operations adhere to stringent state and federal environmental standards. This role involves drafting contracts for materials trading and managing the legal aspects of corporate partnerships. Catherine Finley protects the company's intellectual property and operational interests while navigating the evolving landscape of environmental law. By mitigating liability, the Chief Legal Officer enables the business to focus on scaling recycling and organics recovery initiatives across the United States. Finley collaborates with the executive team to ensure that all growth strategies align with legal requirements and ethical standards. Through proactive legal guidance, the Chief Legal Officer maintains the integrity of the company's operations, ensuring that every business activity supports the broader mission of sustainable resource management.
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