Midland Davis Corp. welcomes new account manager, broker

Moline, Illinois-based Midland Davis Corp. has added Ashton Conner to its team as an account manager and broker. Connor brings to the role eight years of experience in trading recycled materials.

In her new role, Conner will develop suppliers and consumers and manage brokerage accounts in the Western regions of the U.S. and Mexico. She will facilitate transactions between buyers and sellers of scrap paper, plastics and postconsumer scrap metal among other manufacturing residuals, Midland Davis says.

“We are thrilled to welcome Ashton Conner to our team,” says Leonard Zeid, president of the Midland Brokerage Division. “Ashton’s expertise in brokerage and her dedication to sustainable practices align perfectly with our values and vision for the future. We look forward to the contributions she will bring to our team, clients and partners.”

According to Midland Davis, Conner will work on sustainability and supply chain optimization programs and contribute to advancing the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction. Conner will be working from the company’s operation in Aurora, Colorado. 

“I am excited to join Midland Davis as a part of their brokerage team,” Conner says. “With my background in recycling and sustainability in the Southwest, I look forward to helping drive innovative solutions that connect businesses with responsible recycling practices. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on waste reduction and promote a circular economy.”

Founded in 1982, Midland Davis Corp. is a full-service recycling company, processing ferrous, nonferrous, paper, plastic and wood scrap from its Moline location. Its brokerage division buys and sells paper, plastic and nonferrous materials.