about 1GNITE
When it comes to finding innovative ways to help corporations be more efficient, reduce costs, become circular, and sustain a competitive edge… we are all in.
The pandemic lingering economy is forcing businesses to navigate severe operational disruptions. Corporations of all sizes are wrestling to overcome supply shortages on one hand and increased consumer demand on the other hand.
At 1GNITE, we understand the demands and constraints faced by mid-sized and large corporations and we are experts at identifying ways to increase efficiencies, maximize value, and transform waste into opportunities and resources.
To summarize what to know about 1GNITE: we are the “easy button” clients press when seeking cost-effective asset recovery solutions. The used asset recovery company you wish you had called first.
The Brains Behind The Brand
Brian Dick
CEO
Brian is a successful entrepreneur who took his previous company, Quest (QRHC) from a startup to $175M. in less than 8 years. He then founded 1GNITE to capitalize on corporations’ need to adopt a circular business model to stay relevant, strengthen their supply chain, and maintain a competitive edge.
Chris Aklier
EVP, Operations
With more than 20 years of operations, sales and marketing experience, Chris has a passion for operational process improvement and enjoys getting into the details of a challenge. His strength is developing solutions for customers and executing strategies to ensure programs are a success.
Cole Squiers
VP, Sales
Over 20 years of experience in sales. Cole is effective in seeking out, negotiating, and managing regional and national accounts. He has successfully guided several grocery and retail clients to divert over 500 million pounds of waste from the landfill and generated over $75 million in new business.
Dave Fenton
VP, Sales
Over 25 years of progressive sales and management in the solid waste industry. To date has helped structure and implement environmental reduction programs at more than 20,000 client locations.
Shea Drennan
VP, Systems
Shea has 20 years of experience in logistics operations, analysis and improvement. With a vast expertise in optimization software, IoT devices and infrastructure, and engineering in parcel, LTL, FTL, and dedicated services.
Tim Semones
VP, Operations
Environmental services experts with more than 25 years experience in environmental compliance, operation and sales. Tim was instrumental in successfully implementing complex landfill diversion solutions for global corporations.
Vanessa Lepice
VP, Marketing
Vanessa brings 25 years’ experience in marketing, brand development, new product development, and analytics. She worked the last 20 years in the recycling industry, designing and implementing cohesive marketing strategies to build brand awareness, and increase market share.
Lidia Roque
Graphic Designer
Lidia is a talented graphic designer who combines insight and imagination to create powerful design-driven solutions that support the brand, connect with a diverse customer set, and enhance the brand experience. Before joining 1GNITE, Lidia designed a full suite of creative content for TI, Keyper Marketing, Texas Woman’s University.
Margaret Jones
Business Intelligence Analyst
Margaret brings 10+ years’ experience in financial, sales, and operational analytics and reporting. She is motivated by finding new and unique ways to analyze and visualize data to provide business owners with the insights they need to make informed, impactful decisions. With a background in accounting, sales & operational analytics, and project management – digging into the data and getting things done with accuracy and efficiency is her main objective.
Malcolm McGartland
Program Manager
Malcolm brings 35+ years of experience in logistics and Transportation. Prior to joining 1GNITE, he held the roles of Sales Engineer and Operations Manager at Yelow and YRC freight. During this time, he successfully devised and implemented efficient processes and quality control measures, resulting in cost reduction and increased operational efficiencies. Malcolm brings unparalleled expertise in logistics and operations management skills.
About 1GNITE’s Office
1GNITE, which is part of the CoolSys Family of Brands, is located on Industry Way in Prosper, Texas. We want 1GNITERS to be happy, productive, and creative, so we designed a modern office with expansive spaces, natural lighting, industrial design elements, and insanely fast WIFI.
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