The SWANA Young Professional of the Year Award formally acknowledges the hard work and dedication of Young Professionals (YP) in the solid waste industry.
The award, which is presented to three exemplary Young Professional members annually, recognizes YP’s for outstanding performance and dedication to the solid waste and resource management industry.
The 2025 SWANA Award nomination period is now closed.
Thank you to all who applied, and to our review committees. Winners will be notified in mid-September.
Award winners will be celebrated at RCon™, the premier conference hosted by SWANA from November 12 – 15, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio.
To be eligible for SWANA YP of the Year, candidates must be:
YP of the Year Award Applications can be submitted by the nominee or on behalf of the nominee.
Kelli Farmer
Sustainable Materials Management Professional
SCS Engineers
Erin Oulton
Consultant
RRS (Resource Recycling Systems)
Melissa Pennett
Environmental Sustainability Specialist
City of Fairfax, VA
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Any question regarding the program and/or selection criteria must be directed to Hailey Tatum.