About us

Chief Technology Officer

A citizen of United States, Andrew joined Envipco in 2022 with responsibility for the Group's Chief Technology Office. He came from a role as Head of Hardware Engineering at Mobile Robot Producer. 

Andrew has 28 years experience from Product Design & Engineering in from a variety of companies; Sharkninja, Insulet, Keurig, Gillette, Raytheon and Bosch. He holds degrees as Masters of Business Administration from Boston College and Master of Science Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University.

VP Business Development Europe

A citizen of the Netherlands, Fons is the VP Business Development Europe, responsible for building out the organization in the greater European area. Prior to joining Envipco, Fons held Marketing, Sales and Business Development positions in international consumer packaging industry with Tetra Pak and WestRock and in Consumer Electronics with Philips.

Fons holds a bachelor degree from the Haarlem Business School.

Corporate Strategy & Investor
Relations Director

President and COO

A citizen of the United States, Bob joined Envipco in 2010 as corporation president with leadership responsibility over the company's technology development initiatives, core business development, and new market activities. He currently also oversees global operations and production. Prior to joining Envipco, Bob was the president of another major reverse vending company. He is a native of Connecticut and began his career at Proctor & Gamble before being engaged in the recycling industry.

Bob earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Lawrence University.

CEO

A citizen of the United Kingdom, Simon joined Envipco in 2020 as CEO. Prior to joining Envipco, he was CEO International of Waterlogic, a UK company with a global reach, 2500 employees and USD 350 million revenue. Simon previously held senior management positions at General Electric, Invensys and other industrial/technology companies.

Simon holds an MBA degree from IMD Lausanne, a MSc degree in Engineering Business Management from Warwick University (UK) and a BEng degree from Imperial College London.

Director Special Programs

A citizen of Norway, Terje joined Envipco in 2014 with responsibility for the Group's R&D and Manufacturing activities. He came from a role as CEO of a startup company within sensor technology. For 14 years prior to that, he was Senior Vice President and CTO for another major reverse vending company. Terje has extensive experience from technology innovation and international business development in a variety of fields including miniature gas sensors, recycling machinery, computers and national deposit systems.

Terje earned a M.Sc. in Electronics and Computer Science from the Norwegian University of Technology.

Interim Group CFO

A citizen of The Netherlands, Theo is Interim Group CFO of Envipco with more than 30 years of experience in financial leadership roles in manufacturing and retail industries (FMCG). Theo also has an extensive knowledge of supply chain, operations and sourcing. 

Theo holds a degree in Business Economics and Management (HEAO in Zwolle) and is a certified executive interim manager (Nyenrode University in Breukelen).

Managing Director, Romania

A citizen of Romania, Bogdan joined Envipco as the Managing Director of Envipco Solutions Romania in 2019. Together with a local team, he setup all manufacturing processes in order to meet highest quality requirements needed in Envipco's mechanical parts. Bogdan has almost 20 years experience in retail as COO of a local retail chain managing 15 stores and over 400 employees as well as CEO in mechanical manufacturing companies with more than 100 employees.

Bogdan completed his university studies at Faculty of Economic Studies and Law, West University Timisoara, Romania.

Managing Director Envipco Automaten GmbH, Germany

A citizen of Germany, Frederik joined Envipco in 2022 with the responsibility of developing the German production and development site. Before joining Envipco, he was the Managing Director of a product development company specializing in the high-tech and medical industries. With a wealth of expertise in guiding production and product development enterprises, he brings invaluable leadership skills to his role.

Frederik completed his Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg. Additionally, he holds a master's degree in Business Administration from the Nordakademie in Hamburg, Germany.

Managing Director, Sweden

Global Supply Chain Director 

VP Manufacturing

A citizen of the United States, Nick has worked in the recycling manufacturing industry for over 30 years. Serving as Vice President of Manufacturing, Nick oversees all aspects of Envipco’s global manufacturing and supply chain operations. Nick’s experiences and extensive training in Lean Manufacturing practices and techniques allows for the production of reverse vending equipment with exceptional and consistent quality while eliminating waste, optimizing processes, keeping down costs, and boosting innovation.

VP Engineering

A citizen of the United States and native of Germany, Silke joined Envipco in 2009 as Mechanical Engineer, currently leading the R&D team as Vice President of Engineering. Prior to joining Envipco, Silke was a Mechanical Design Engineer for a leading Industrial Laundry Equipment company, launching her career in the German car industry.

Silke earned her Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wuerzburg, before moving to the United States.

Managing Director, UK

A citizen of the United Kingdom, Spencer joined Envipco early in 2019 with responsibility to establish the UK business. He brings extensive experience working in senior management roles within retail technology and has delivered multiple large capital projects and Services into most of the large UK Retailers. He also held global responsibility for Sales & Marketing within the Supply Chain & Logistics industry.

Spencer holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Open University.

President, Container Collection Services

A citizen of the United States, Tina has worked in the recycling industry for over 35 years and brings extensive experience in multiple leadership roles. She has been a life-long resident of Connecticut, and currently serves as a volunteer on the Board of Directors for St. John’s Family Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Tina earned her Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Western Connecticut State University.

VP Technology

A citizen of the United States, Una joined Envipco in 2003 and is Vice President of Technology. She currently oversees the global systems infrastructure. Prior to joining Envipco, Una was the IT Director of another major reverse vending company. She is a resident of Connecticut and has worked as an IT consultant with Price Waterhouse Coopers before being engaged in the recycling industry.

Una is currently an elected member of the Milford Board of Education and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Southern Connecticut State University.

Managing Director France & Greece / Sr. Dir. Business Development Europe & Middle East

Country Manager Hungary

A citizen of Hungary, Zsuzsanna joined Envipco in late February 2023 as Country Manager of Hungary, being responsible for building up the new Hungarian team and operation. She has an academic background in economics, specializing in sales.

Before joining this new adventure, she has been the CEO of international plastic packaging companies' Hungarian operations for a long time. She has well-based experience in food and beverage packaging. She is a member of the Hungarian Plastic Association Supervisory Board.