Roger E. Merritt Jr. opens up on his professional journey in a new online conversation.
FREDERIKSTED, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2025 / Acclaimed solid waste management consultant and seasoned public-private sector leader, Roger E. Merritt Jr., is the subject of a compelling new feature interview. The online publication explores Merritt's nearly 30-year career of transformative leadership across environmental engineering, waste management, and public service.
The feature delves into Merritt's early days with the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, his high-impact tenure at Waste Management Inc. and EnviroSolutions (ESI), and his strategic oversight as Associate Director of Prince George's County, where he led a $100M enterprise fund and saved the County nearly $30 million through operational reform. The interview highlights Merritt's employee-first philosophy, cost-saving initiatives, and passion for global environmental sustainability, including his current work supporting Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Latin America, and the Caribbean.
"Leadership is about service, trust, and results," Merritt shares in the piece. "It's not enough to solve technical problems-you must empower people to become part of the solution."
The interview offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at how a civil engineer with a heart for public service evolved into a respected consultant, mentor, and international advocate for environmental stewardship.
Roger E. Merritt Jr. holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University and an Executive MBA in Finance from Clark Atlanta University. Known for his hands-on leadership style and commitment to empowering teams, Merritt continues to shape the future of sustainable waste management through thoughtful guidance and bold innovation.
The full interview is available now at the website here.
Contact: info@rogermerritt.com
SOURCE: Roger E. Merritt Jr.
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