ATR Management Team

 Barbara started her Career with B&K  in Pontiac in 1992 with her husband Kenneth.  Barbara received her Degree in Computer Science in 1999 from Heartland Community College while being a full time mother and business owner.  Along with her Degree, Barbara has been responsible for steering B&K Technology Solutions Inc. into the emerging market of E-Scrap Collection and Processing since 2004.  Barb holds various Board Positions including the Illinois Recycling Association and the Livingston County Economic Development Council.

Kenneth started his Business Career in 1992 with B&K Technology Solutions as partial owner and operator after his 10 year Career in the US Armed Forces.  While in the military, Kenneth attended various electronic schools achieving such honorable mentions as distinguished graduate for academic performance.  Since returning to civilian life, Kenneth has held a wide range of Sales and Operations roles at both B&K as well as ATS in Peoria IL.  Kenneth brings 30+ years of IT and Electronics knowledge to ATR and has enabled ATR to become an Technology leader in Asset Recovery Services.

Dave joined ATR in 2005 on the ground level as a warehouse employee. He has helped to establish ATR as a premier asset recovery organization. During his tenure he’s worked his way through the ranks to his current position as our Senior Project Manager.

Dave is always looking for ways to expand his horizons and further educate himself. When not at work Dave enjoys traveling to warm places and spending time at the pond camping and fishing with his son.
Contact Dave at Dave@atrecycle.com

Kenny Joined ATR in 2006 and has held various positions from I.T. Technical Positions to Site Operations. Kenny has achieved CompTIA A+ certifications as well as other industry certifications such as Xerox and Dell. Kenny is currently responsible for maintaining a complex infrastructure of security systems, video surveillance, LAN/WAN, Internet/Intranet Databases and online platforms. In his spare time he enjoys working on classic cars and spending time with his family while routing for his favorite team the Dallas Cowboys.

Ray first joined ATR in 2010 as the primary Business Development Manager for the central US region.  During his tenure Ray helped ATR sales and marketing teams expand nationally and he is currently forming a new client services department which will be based out ATR’s original corporate headquarters building located in Pontiac Illinois.    The Client Services team will benefit from  his vast knowledge of ITAD/ITAM management solutions and his 30+ years of Sales and Customer Support experience.  In his spare time Ray enjoys golfing and visiting his children who attend college abroad.

Brodie joined ATR in April of 2012 and is one of the original store owners from B & K Computer Source which was 1 of 2 retail outlets that were opened in the early 90’s.  Prior to joining ATR, Brodie spent 20 years providing ITAD/ITAM services to West Michigan B2B customers.  Brodie utilizes his 25+ years of IT background and entrepreneurship to develop innovative sustainable recycling solutions to help ATR customers improve their triple bottom line. During his tenure Brodie has augmented the company’s regional customer base onto a national platform and develop ATR’s current marketing strategies.  In his spare time Brodie enjoys piloting unmanned aircraft (Drones) and spending time exploring off-road trails with family and friends.

Contact Brodie at Brodie@atrecycle.com

Robin Sorey joined ATR in 2021 as the Director of Human Resources.   During her career she has worked her way up through the ranks from general HR administrative duties, to location/multi-location, and divisional leadership roles.

In her current role Robin is responsible for setting the strategic direction, and managing the Human Resources functions for the entire organization.     Her 25+ years of HR leadership cover both the corporate and private sectors in manufacturing and utilities construction.  Her enthusiasm, passion for learning new things, commitment to growing, and her focus on continuous improvement serve her position well.

When not at work, she enjoys landscaping, interior decorating, and most of all spending time with her family and friends.

Contact Robin at R.Sorey@ATRecycle.com

Stephanie Morris joined ATR in November of 2020 as an Admin/Compliance Coordinator at the Grand Rapids ATR site where she quickly learned our compliance requirements and assisted the site to get recertified to R2:2013 in April 2021. Before joining ATR Stephanie worked 21 years for the County of Kent, Michigan at the Department of Public Works where she held various positions to serve the public with sewer/water operations & maintenance, waste stream recycling, landfill services, waste to energy services and road work maintenance & construction.

In August 2021 Stephanie was promoted to Compliance Specialist to work on the Corporate Compliance team where she assisted all the ATR facilities meet their compliance requirements. While working on the Corporate Compliance team Stephanie helped the Pontiac, San Antonio, Salt Lake City, Birmingham, and Las Vegas obtain their certification for an upgrade to the R2v3 and RIOS standards and she’s currently working with the Corporate Compliance team to get our newest sites (Pensacola and Whitehall) certified as well.

In 2022 Stephanie was awarded the President’s Award, ATR’s highest distinction for her exceptional contributions to the organization’s overall success. This award honors an employee who has shown outstanding dedication, loyalty, and work ethic, and has gone above and beyond in the best interest of ATR.

When not working Stephanie enjoys creating memories with her family and friends by attending concerts or sporting events, trips, or spending time at their cottage. Stephanie has been married for 26 years, has 3 children, and most recently added to the family a Son-In-Law with the marriage of their oldest. Family has always been a top priority for Stephanie but now that her children have grown up and are leaving the nest, she’s focusing on career goals and aspirations.

Contact Stephanie at S.Morris@ATrecycle.com

Keith joined ATR in June of 2023 as the Corporate Logistics Manager. Keith, has been tasked with FMCSA, DOT, Fleet Management and Logistics regulations. Prior to working in the industry of e-waste recycling, Keith spent 20 years in the United States Army during Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn, specializing in Logistics Management.  He is a graduate of the American Intercontinental University, receiving his B.S. Criminal Justice. Keith’s goal is to help improve ATR’s logistics posture, and fleet management programs.

 

Keith is widowed and has five children. His two daughters Kilea and Marianna. And three sons Josiah, Gabriel, and Lexington. Keith is a focused driven leader with exceptional experience in operations, management, and logistical experience. We expect he will successfully grow ATR’s logistical footprint.

Contact Keith at C.Whitfield@ATrecycle.com

Paulina joined the ATR family back in July 2018 as an Account Manager. Since then, she’s been promoted three times; in 2019 as Business Development Manager, in 2021 as a Sales Manager, and in 2022 as the Wester General Manager. Her goal in her current position is to increase the company’s footprint while keeping a positive environment where employees’ feedback and ideas are heard to improve internal processes and promote innovation within the company.

During her sales positions, Paulina was able to bring over 1M pounds of equipment from 2018-2020. In 2019 she participated and volunteered at the San Antonio Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (SA CAAPA) approved by the City of San Antonio in 2020. In May of 2022 she obtained her MBA at the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio where she did a pro-bono consulting and develop a plan for the San Antonio River Authority to mitigate urban heat island and overheating in San Antonio. She also worked on a strategy for CPS Energy to develop a variable rate and tiered pricing model for residential customers.

Paulina loves to travel, music, and art. Some of her favorite painters are Jackson Pollock, Larry Poons, and Jacques-Louis David.

Contact Paulina at P.Espinosa@ATreycle.com

 

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Salt Lake City UT Facility

Dan Hendershott is the Central U.S. Regional and local Site Manager located at our Pontiac, IL location. He has been a part of ATR since 2009.   He started as one of the warehouse workers and then became the Warehouse Team Lead at the Pontiac location before transferring to the Peoria site to become the site supervisor. Dan is a big Chicago Cubs fan so he said that he really enjoys when Ken and Barb give tickets out for the home games to their employees. He also said that he tries to watch every Cubs game that he can in his spare time.

Pontiac Processing Facility

Yaneris’s journey with ATR began two years ago when she joined the company as an enthusiastic warehouse associate.   Little did she know that this was just the beginning of a journey that would ultimately provide valuable leadership opportunities within our growing organization.

Her career at ATR has been a testament to her unyielding commitment to personal and professional growth. She started in the warehouse, working on deman (scrap disassembly) projects, demonstrating a strong work ethic and attention to detail that quickly caught the eye of her supervisors. With unwavering perseverance, she moved up the ranks, transitioning to inventory management, then to the role of Inventory Lead, and finally, to Warehouse Supervisor.

In her current role, Yaneris faces the daily challenges of ensuring her team is processing clients’ assets while adhering to strict R2v3 methodologies. Her optimism is a driving force, as she firmly believes that challenges can be overcome through hard work and teamwork. She approaches her colleagues with warmth and friendliness, always ready to lend a helping hand to those who may be struggling with a task.

Birmingham Processing Facility

 

George joined the ATR team as Site Manager for the Las Vegas, Nevada location in July of 2022. After sustained superior performance of the Vegas site, he was asked to lead the Western Region as the Operations Manager in June of 2023. Prior to working in the industry of e-waste recycling, George spent nearly a decade in food manufacturing, gaining experience in productivity, planning, and compliance. Before his career in food, George spent over 25 years in the United States Navy submarine service, specializing in leadership, management, and electronics maintenance as a Sonar Technician.  He is a graduate of Excelsior College, receiving his B.S. in Liberal Arts with a management focus.

George married his wife, Allison in 2013. Together, with their dog Indigo, they live in Vegas and enjoy shows, concerts, sporting events and exploring the southwest desert landscape. He also has a married adult son, Alexander, living with his spouse William in Tampa, FL. George is a consummate leader with years of guiding teams to success.  We expect him to parlay his prior achievements, making ATR Las Vegas and the Western Region the go-to sites for electronics recycling.

Contact George at g.Gray@ATrecycle.com

Las Vegas Processing Facility

 

 

San Antonio, TX Facility

 

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Allentown (Whitehall) PA Facility

 

Keric joined ATR in November of 2022 as the Corporate Security Manager. Shortly after joining ATR, Keric was asked to step in as Site Manager for the new Pensacola, Florida location in January of 2023. Prior to working in the industry of e-waste recycling, Keric spent two decades in the United States Coast Guard, specializing in Maritime Response, Law Enforcement and Security Operations.  He is a graduate of the University of Arizona Global Campus, receiving his B.A. in Real Estate Studies.

Keric married his wife, Starlyn, in 2008. Together, with their son Xander and daughter Everly, they live in Alabama and enjoy being outdoors and in or on the water as much as possible. Keric is a passionate and dedicated leader with decades of operational and management experience. We expect he will successfully grow ATR’s Gulf Coast footprint.

 

Contact Keric at K.Allen@atrecycle.com