Domenic Di Mondo, technical director for GreenMantra Technologies, which produces high-value waxes from recycled plastics, was recently honored with the inaugural Young Leader Award from the Canadian Plastics Industry Association (CPIA).
The new award is intended to “showcase inspirational and dedicated young leaders who demonstrate leadership in plastics innovation or technical leadership and/or sustainability efforts,” according to CPIA. “Recipients serve as a positive role model for young professionals thinking of entering the plastics industry.”
“Domenic is an outstanding leader within our company and is richly deserving of this important industry recognition,” said GreenMantra president and chief executive officer Kousay Said. “He has been instrumental to our company’s growth and success.”
Di Mondo has been with GreenMantra since its inception in 2010 and is an inorganic chemist with expertise in polymer chemistry, catalysis and conversion of waste materials to higher value products. He has led GreenMantra’s technical efforts to develop and enhance its process, which converts polyolefin waste plastics into waxes and other specialty chemicals. He and his technical teams have been awarded several patents for processes and manufacturing configurations in support of the GreenMantra conversion technology.
He also created and has led the company’s internship and co-op programs for students focused on careers in chemistry and science, and has served as a mentor for numerous young scientists.
Published in the November 2016 Edition of American Recycler News