Tom Longstreth, Executive Director

Tom Longstreth grew up in New York City and came to ReCycle North in 1996, fresh out of Harvard with a Master’s from the John F. Kennedy School of Government. An avid cross-country skiier, skater, and cyclist, Tom had a connection to Vermont having worked for 4 years at the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps before going to graduate school. He was drawn to the position as Executive Director because of the organization’s environmental mission -- and the opportunity to grow the fledgling training program. “It took a few years to realize that this was a good fit,” recalls Tom. “Hiring committed staff and keeping pace with incoming merchandise was, and still is, a challenge.”

More than ten years later, however, Tom’s incredible energy and enthusiasm for the ReCycle North’s mission has helped him stay the course. Under his leadership, ReCycle North has grown in terms of programs, staff and budget. Tom has worked tirelessly to establish ReCycle North as a well-respected and reliable organization that is devoted to serving the needs of Burlington and greater Chittenden County community.

So what’s next for Tom at ReCycle North? “I’m most excited about developing each of the existing spaces to its full potential. Ultimately, I’d like to find a permanent home that will house all of ReCycle North’s programs under one roof.”