Alongside the appointment of Mr Sanderson, the association has announced that Chris Burton will become managing director of the subsidiary company IWPP Ltd. Mr Burton has been commercial manager of IWPP – which trades recovered paper and provides an income to the association – since 2011.
In a statement, the association said that Mr Sanderson will also oversee the United Kingdom Security Shredding Association. And, as part of the process the association is acquiring Mr Sanderson’s news service REB Market Intelligence for use by members.
The Recycling Association primarily represents the recovered or waste paper sector. President, Craig Curtis said: “I’m delighted that Chris and Paul will be taking on these roles under a new structure.
“Both have worked closely together over many years and have a fantastic relationship. Of course, they have supported Simon Ellin in his role over this time and this means there will be a seamless transition up to when Simon enjoys his well-earned retirement.
“I’m very confident that The Recycling Association and IWPP will continue to go from strength-to-strength under this new leadership.”
Foundations
Paul Sanderson, a former editor of MRW, added: “Having worked with the Recycling Association for many years now, I am excited to take on the role of its chief executive and build on the foundations achieved by Simon, Chris, the board, the team in Daventry and the membership. Chris Burton and I have a close working relationship, and we’ll work together to ensure the future success of the Recycling Association and IWPP.”
Mr Burton said: “Becoming the managing director of IWPP is a huge honour and I’m looking forward to working with Arlene and Donna in our Daventry team, the board and of course Paul to take it forward.
Becoming the managing director of IWPP is a huge honour
“I’m going to miss Simon when he retires, although I know we will remain mates. But Paul and I get on really well, and we will evolve what Simon, the board and membership have put in place to ensure the continued success of the Recycling Association and IWPP.
“Of course, my priority will be to continue to strengthen relationships with new and existing customers and grow IWPP to help fund the Recycling Association and the work it does for its members.”
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