Roderic (Rod) Stipe has worked in the environmental industry for over 40 years. His work experience includes academic research, consulting, and both public and private waste companies in field and corporate positions. Over the last 15 years he has worked for Waste Management as a National/Strategic Account Manager, and District Manager in its Environmental Legacy Management Group. Presently, he manages closed site operations at multiple WM facilities and Superfund sites in Illinois. Mr. Stipe hold certifications from both the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (CHMM), and the Institute for Professional Environmental Practice (QEP).