Ryse Solutions is a producer responsibility organization. We work with our customers - producers, retailers, manufacturers and packaging suppliers – to help them understand and meet regulatory requirements. Our expertise and solution offerings expand across a range of materials including tires, waste electronics and electrical equipment, hard-to-recycle packaging and batteries.
What Makes Us Different
What Makes Us Different
We're a Canadian female owned one-stop shop for producer responsibility in Ontario, and, custom circular economy solutions across Canada, we provide producers and suppliers, both large and small, cost-effective and sustainable compliance solutions that are out of this world.
We take our role in the circular economy seriously. We have curated innovative compliance solutions for countless companies across several regulated materials.
It’s important to know who you’re working with. Our team not only brings a vast experience, but that experience comes from many different programs giving us the deepest understanding of compliance programs under one roof.
Our Mission
To create regenerative solutions that empower people and businesses in the development of a sustainable future.
Gordon Day
Gordon Day
Vice President, Ryse Solutions
Gordon oversees the daily operations of our team. Gordon brings over 30 years of experience in recycling, waste diversion, and producer responsibility. Before joining Ryse Solutions, he was a senior executive at Reclay StewardEdge, and he played a key role in the design, implementation, and
management of several provincial stewardship programs.
Emmie Leung
Emmie Leung
Founder & CEO of Emterra Group
Emmie Leung is a recycling pioneer and has been a driving force for waste management and recycling across Canada and the state of Michigan for more than four decades. Emmie’s accolades are a testament to her recognized dedication to the ongoing development and betterment of our industry.
Carmelina Macario
Carmelina Macario
Director, Compliance & Producer Relations
Carmelina has over 15 years of experience in policy and compliance. She began her circular economy career with Waste Diversion Ontario/Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority. As our Director of Compliance and Producer Relations, she assists over 400 producers in understanding and navigating the complexities of the new circular economy
regulatory framework in Ontario.
Steve Gluchowski
Steve Gluchowski
Director of Operations
With a strong background in operations and program management, Stephen helps producers, retailers, manufacturers, and packaging suppliers meet regulatory requirements and achieve sustainability goals. He has held various leadership positions, including Manager of Program Operations at Product Care Association and Director of Operations at Ontario Tire Stewardship.
Michael Sharpe
Michael Sharpe
Senior Partnership Manager
Michael is responsible for fostering and managing strategic partnerships that help clients meet regulatory requirements and achieve their sustainability goals. He has held various key positions in the industry, including roles at MULTIVAC Canada, BRCGS, and Graphic Packaging International, LLC. His extensive experience in business development and partnership management has equipped him with the skills to drive successful collaborations and innovative solutions.
Kimberly Gutt
Kimberly Gutt
Sustainability and Recycling Partnerships Specialist
Kim is dedicated to developing and managing partnerships with businesses and institutions to divert waste from landfills and to enhance recycling practices in Ontario. Her work is crucial in helping Ryse Solutions' clients meet regulatory requirements and improve their environmental impact. Kimberley holds a master’s degree in Environment and Business which underpins her deep understanding of sustainable business practices.
Carlos Ruiz
Carlos Ruiz
Recycling Partnerships Specialist
Carlos Ruiz guides industry professionals and businesses in understanding their compliance obligations under the circular economy legislation in Ontario. With a Masters in Environment and Business, years of experience working for Stewardship Ontario, and a deep commitment to sustainability, Carlos offers a wealth of knowledge in resource recovery and the implementation of compliance solution strategies that serves our clients well.
Edgar Li
Edgar Li
Circular Economy Operations Analyst
Edgar Li brings an analytical mindset, passion for sustainability to the team. He holds a Bachelors of Environmental Studies in Environment, Resources, and Sustainability, along with a Minor in Computer Science. In his role, Edgar helps analyze and optimize the current operations of Ryse Solutions.
David Clarke
David Clarke
Business Optimization Analyst
David focuses on analyzing and improving business processes to enhance efficiency and support Ryse Solutions' mission of helping clients meet regulatory requirements and achieve sustainability goals. His expertise in data analysis and process improvement has equipped him with the skills to identify opportunities for optimization and implement effective solutions.
Hashir Aziz
Hashir Aziz
Program Analyst
Hashir focuses on analyzing and improving business processes to enhance efficiency and support Ryse Solutions' mission of helping clients meet regulatory requirements and achieve sustainability goals.
Interested in Joining our Team?
Joining the Ryse Solutions team means working alongside passionate innovators committed to sustainability and real-world impact.
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WBE Canada
Ryse Solutions is proud to be certified and self-recognized as a Women's Business Enterprise through WBE Canada
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CAMSC Member
Ryse Solutions invests in an inclusive supply chain to access innovative suppliers while creating wealth and employment with aboriginal and minority communities.
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