RRS Expands Ownership Team with Nine New Shareholders
New shareholders to advance innovation, build internal strength, and drive impact in materials management
Resource Recycling Systems (RRS), a leader in circular economy and sustainable waste management consulting since 1986, is proud to announce the expansion of its ownership team.
With this latest expansion, RRS welcomes nine new members to its ownership team, deepening its commitment to employee ownership and the shared mission of building a more circular, less wasteful world. Each new shareholder has been building RRS's future — and is now investing in it more deeply.
“Expanding our shareholder group is one of the most meaningful ways we invest in the future of RRS. Each of these individuals has played a critical role advancing our work and supporting our clients. Welcoming them as owners recognizes their contributions and strengthens our ability to grow thoughtfully while staying grounded in our mission.”
— Catherine Goodall, Co-CEO
The 2026 class reflects the full range of expertise that drives RRS forward, spanning zero waste planning, circular economy strategy, public policy, GIS and data analysis, stakeholder engagement, analytics, nonprofit leadership, and marketing. Some bring decades of experience; others are earlier in their careers but already shaping how the company thinks and what it delivers. Together, they renew a commitment that is structural to who RRS is: employee ownership keeps the company accountable to its values, attracts people who care about outcomes, and supports growth it's proud of.
New Shareholders
Meet the new shareholders and their key contributions:
Amanda Moore
Marketing manager shaping RRS’s brand and market presence, connecting complex work to clear impact and helping position the company for continued growth and influence.
"I’m proud to invest more deeply in a company that truly supports its people while doing data-driven work that makes a lasting difference for our environment and communities."
Helen Lee
Senior consultant with more than 15 years leading zero waste programs and system planning, bringing a strategic, implementation-focused perspective that strengthens RRS’s ability to deliver large-scale impact.
“I’m honored to become a shareholder at RRS and to deepen my commitment to a company that truly lives its mission every day.”
Joel Schoening
Senior consultant guiding policy, communications, and stakeholder strategy, bringing a systems-level perspective that helps RRS navigate complexity and drive aligned, cross-sector solutions.
“Joining RRS as a shareholder is a meaningful step, and I'm excited to contribute to a company dedicated to making real progress on the most pressing sustainability challenges.”
Kristen Wieland
Senior consultant with 23 years of success, translating ambitious sustainability goals into practical programs, bringing a grounded, community-focused perspective that supports long-term, scalable impact.
“Becoming a shareholder at RRS reflects my belief in where this company is headed, and I'm proud to play a role in shaping that future.”
Matthew Naud
Senior consultant with over three decades of experience in public-sector sustainability and policy, offering a long-range, systems perspective that helps shape low carbon, equitable, resilient, and future-focused strategies.
“I’m thrilled to join RRS’s ownership team. This is growing company with very talented colleagues committed to making a real difference, and being a shareholder allows me to be invested in our shared success.”
Morgan Johnson
Consultant specializing in analytics and modeling, bringing a data-driven perspective that strengthens decision-making and supports the development of resilient, high-performing systems.
“I'm excited to grow alongside RRS as a shareholder and to be more invested in the work we do to build a more circular economy.”
Winley Durham
Consultant specializing in GIS and data analysis, offering a spatial and systems perspective that helps identify opportunities and strengthen infrastructure planning.
“I'm so excited to be joining RRS's ownership team and to have an even greater stake in the innovative, mission-driven work we do every day.”
Sara Nichols
Senior consultant with nonprofit leadership experience, bringing a people-centered perspective that strengthens stakeholder engagement and advances practical, community-driven solutions.
“Being named a shareholder at RRS is a true honor. I'm proud to be part of a team doing such impactful work and look forward to what we'll accomplish together.”
Yahang Zhang
Yahang is a consultant at RRS specializing in circular economy strategy and stakeholder engagement. By applying a systems-thinking approach, Yahang bridges the gap between complex data and actionable implementation to drive scalable solutions for the industry.
“Becoming a shareholder at RRS is more than a professional milestone; it’s a commitment to the systemic change we’re driving every day. I’m thrilled to deepen my role in shaping a more circular and resilient future with such an incredible team.”
Employee Ownership
RRS's employee ownership model is central to the company's growth, fostering a deep sense of purpose, accountability, and dedication that directly benefits clients. A cornerstone of this structure is the employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), which gives each team member a vested interest in the company's success — driving a collaborative, mission-focused environment where every project is approached with shared commitment and responsibility.
This expansion reflects not just a new chapter in ownership, but a reinforcement of how RRS operates at its best: through proactive leadership, collaboration, and a deep commitment to clients. It underscores a shared drive to deliver thoughtful, practical solutions with integrity, in service of a more circular economy that benefits communities, businesses, and the environment alike.
