The Global Recycling Standards Organization (GRSO) has appointed Shannon Fertitta as executive director.
A key focus of GRSO, the RIOS™ standard and certification are specifically designed for the recycled materials industry. The program integrates the key operational elements of a robust management system by bringing quality, environmental and health, and safety together into one streamlined system. RIOS™ is a program that is designed to assist recyclers across all commodities in the goal of improving their environmental, health and safety performance, while also becoming a better partner to their customers and suppliers.
Fertitta has worked in the non-profit space in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for 22 years, leading movements across Louisiana for responsible electronics recycling, digital inclusion for the community, and safe workplace practices. Fertitta has extensive experience implementing and operating management systems in a live environment, including RIOS, R2, and 3rd party certification audit support. She has spent the past several years working with recyclers across commodities creating beneficial partnerships. In addition to her use of RIOS in her own business, she has also served as an officer on the GRSO/RIOS board of directors.