Resource Recycling Systems (RRS) has added six Michigan residents to its ownership team. They are Erin Grimm, Holly Halliwill, Keira Higgins, Jeff Medlen, Steve Montle, and Elisa Seltzer.
Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, RRS is a sustainability and recycling consulting firm. The new shareholders were selected based on their leadership qualities, performance outcomes, years of service, and career trajectory. Combined, they have served RRS clients for more than 59 years.
“Empowering employees as shareholders is not just a strategic investment; it’s a visionary commitment to cultivating a culture of shared success,” says Brianne Haven, chief operating officer and chief financial officer at RRS. “We are strengthening our organization but also nurturing a community of dedicated leaders who drive growth, innovation, and prosperity for both themselves and the company as a whole.”
Grimm lives in Ypsilanti. She has been with RRS since 2015, bringing expertise in creative strategy, graphic design, web design, and brand identity.
Halliwill has been with RRS since 2019 and is based in Ann Arbor. She is a consulting engineer for the markets and infrastructure team. She has supported key aspects of fieldwork including developing and testing and safety protocols.
Higgins is based in Chelsea and has been with RRS since 2020. She has played a role in the facilitation and successes of NextCycle Michigan. She also supported the establishment of RRS’s DEI committee.
Medlen lives in Canton. He serves as technology administrator for RRS. He has played a role in the rollout and adoption of information systems, including Salesforce and Microsoft 365. This was done to help the company to collaborate more efficiently and gain better insights into its business. He supports CRM administration, database development, and software configuration.
Montle has been with RRS since 2013 and is based in Millington. He is a senior consultant specializing in government relations, communications, policy, and business development.
Seltzer is based in Levering and has been with RRS since 2019. A sustainable communities team leader, she assists communities in developing and improving recycling and composting programs, cultivating public-private partnerships, and connecting the right resources.
