An exclusive forum for waste and recycling leaders to connect, collaborate, and gain actionable business insights
Why Attend?
Join an exclusive gathering of industry leaders and investors for a unique opportunity to connect with the right people in the waste and recycling sector in a premium environment.
Curated Networking
Meet and connect with your industry peers during the various receptions, lunches and breaks, included with your registration
Waste360/Stifel Investor Summit
The Investor Summit will be at The Waste Leadership Summit in 2026. Gain insights into the state of the market, strategic outlooks, and emerging trends shaping the industry's future, with C-suite executives from leading waste and recycling companies
The Waste Industry’s Premier Event Family
Complementing WasteExpo’s product showcase and GWMS’s technical focus, the Summit delivers a unique leadership-driven experience
Connect with the Industry's Most Influential Leaders
- Executives of small and medium waste and recycling service companies
- Municipal solid waste authority decision-makers
- Private sector waste industry leaders with purchasing authority
- Investors and financial stakeholders in waste and recycling
- Regional operators seeking connections and insights
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Waste Leadership Summit offers unparalleled access to a highly curated audience of decision-makers with purchasing authority. Showcase your solutions in a collegial environment designed for meaningful engagement and premium visibility.
- Simplified logistics with standardized tabletop displays that cost effectively support your goals
- A collegial setting that facilitates deeper conversations and relationship building
- Aligning of your brand with high-value Summit components like the Waste360/Stifel Investor Summit and NWRA Awards Gala
- Opportunities for thought leadership through targeted session participation
Venue
Washington Hilton
A contemporary urban retreat located in the heart of D.C.'s most desirable neighborhoods. Steeped in history, this hotel has hosted presidents, notable figures, and prestigious events since 1965.
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