Tire Recycling Foundation names executive director

The Washington-based Tire Recycling Foundation (TRF) has appointed Stephanie Mull as executive director.

In her role, Mull will lead the group’s efforts to drive innovation and investment in the circular tire economy, grow end-of-life tire markets and support research to address gaps in the tire recycling supply chain and sustainability.

“I’m honored to join the Tire Recycling Foundation and support its sustainability mission to achieve 100 percent end-of-life tire circularity,” Mull says. “TRF is a vital nexus of expertise and leadership, and I look forward to working with all stakeholders in developing tire recycling solutions that pave the way for a more sustainable future.”

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Mull joins TRF with extensive experience in sustainability and fleet management and decarbonization, including transitioning fleets to alternative fuels and electric vehicles. Most recently, she was sustainability senior manager at PepsiCo, where she led efforts to reduce Scopes 1 and 2 emissions across Pepsi and Frito-Lay’s North American fleets, guiding large-scale electrification projects and securing grant funding.

Mull also has helped municipal fleets transition to cleaner technologies, working with local governments, and has assisted the Red Cross in its fleet electrification initiative.

“Stephanie Mull brings the passion, in-depth expertise and history of excellence that will drive TRF and its partners to achieve critical tire recycling and reclamation milestones,” TRF Board President Anne Forristall Luke says. “We are thrilled to have her join the Foundation as we advance tire sustainability while tackling the challenges and opportunities ahead.”