Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Sustainable Waste Management Solutions
At Road Runner, we are dedicated to accelerating the road to Zero Waste through innovative, tech-enhanced waste and recycling services. Founded in 2014, our mission is to modernize commercial waste management by leveraging cutting-edge technology, data-driven insights, and a nationwide network of trusted vendors. Our fully managed solutions streamline operations, reduce costs, and increase landfill diversion for businesses of all sizes and industries. With patented technology like Waste Metering and BillCheck, we provide unparalleled transparency and accountability in waste management. Our team of TRUE Zero Waste Advisors and industry experts delivers tailored strategies to meet unique sustainability goals, including ESG reporting and TRUE certification. Recognized for our commitment to environmental stewardship, we have diverted over 1.2 million tons of recyclables from landfills and helped clients save $120 million in waste costs.Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, we serve 13,500+ customers across all 50 states, combining local service with national scale. Our values of trust, accountability, and passion drive every decision, ensuring reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions. By aligning our success with our clients', we empower businesses to achieve their environmental objectives while improving operational efficiency. Road Runner's growth to 500+ employees and $149M in funding reflects our leadership in transforming waste management into a science-based, customer-centric industry.
Services
Waste Management
Recycling Services
ESG Reporting
Zero Waste Consulting
Commercial Waste Removal
CleanStream Recycling
Waste Audits
Hauler Oversight
Sustainability Consulting
Diversion Strategy
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer patented technology for optimized waste management
- Our nationwide network ensures reliable service across 50 states
- We guarantee cost savings through data-driven insights
- Our TRUE Zero Waste Advisors provide certification guidance
- We deliver accurate ESG reporting for sustainability compliance
What people say
Cost savings
Increased recycling
Reliable service
Excellent customer support
ESG reporting benefits
Services
Waste Management
Road Runner's fully managed waste management services streamline commercial trash removal through a nationwide network of 4,500+ vetted vendors. Our technology-driven approach optimizes collection schedules, reduces contamination, and consolidates billing across multi-location portfolios. By leveraging data analytics and patented tools like Waste Metering, we ensure operational efficiency while guaranteeing cost savings and improved landfill diversion rates for businesses of all sizes.
Recycling Services
Our comprehensive recycling solutions include traditional single-stream and proprietary CleanStream programs that pre-sort materials to achieve 99.9% recycling rates. The RecycleMORE initiative provides tailored strategies, equipment procurement, and employee training to maximize diversion. With digital tracking and TRUE Advisor support, we help businesses implement sustainable practices that align with ESG goals while reducing waste management costs through optimized material recovery.
ESG Reporting
Road Runner's technology platform automates science-based ESG reporting for waste diversion, carbon emissions, and Scope 3 data. Our BillCheck system ensures financial transparency while tracking landfill diversion rates and environmental impact. This comprehensive reporting framework helps businesses meet regulatory requirements, benchmark progress toward Zero Waste goals, and demonstrate corporate responsibility through accurate, auditable metrics that enhance stakeholder trust and compliance.
Zero Waste Consulting
Our TRUE-certified advisors develop customized roadmaps to achieve Zero Waste certification through waste audits, site design optimization, and advanced training programs. Leveraging data analytics and industry expertise, we identify cost-saving opportunities, implement specialized recycling streams, and provide ongoing support for TRUE certification. This strategic approach combines operational efficiency with environmental stewardship to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint while improving financial performance.
CleanStream Recycling
This proprietary program eliminates contamination through pre-sorted recycling streams, direct-to-recycler transportation, and fuel-efficient fleet operations. CleanStream achieves 99.9% material recycling rates by avoiding traditional MRFs and using dedicated bins for specific materials. The system reduces fees associated with contamination, lowers carbon emissions through localized processing, and provides verifiable ESG metrics that demonstrate environmental impact while delivering measurable cost savings for commercial clients.
People
Graham Rihn
CEO + Founder
Graham Rihn founded Road Runner in 2014 after identifying inefficiencies in traditional waste management. With a vision to modernize the industry through technology, he has grown the company to 500+ employees and $149M in funding. His leadership focuses on aligning business success with client outcomes and environmental stewardship.
Cason Male
CTO
Cason Male leads Road Runner's technology development, driving innovation in waste management solutions. With expertise in AI and data analytics, he has developed patented systems like Waste Metering and BillCheck that optimize operational efficiency and provide transparent reporting for clients' sustainability initiatives.
Steve Krebs
COO / CFO
Steve Krebs oversees Road Runner's financial and operational strategy, managing growth to 13,500+ customers nationwide. His leadership in scaling operations and securing $149M in funding has enabled expansion of enterprise offerings and technology investments that enhance service delivery.
Shane Kilcoyne
VP, Sales Development
Shane Kilcoyne leads sales strategy at Road Runner, focusing on expanding partnerships across industries. With deep sector knowledge, he helps businesses implement tailored waste solutions that reduce costs while achieving sustainability targets through technology-driven service optimization.
Jamie Germani
VP, Operations
Jamie Germani manages Road Runner's operational execution, overseeing vendor networks and service delivery for 13,500+ client locations. His team ensures consistent service quality through technology integration and process improvements that drive reliability and customer satisfaction.
Questions
How does RoadRunner differ from traditional waste management companies?
RoadRunner uses proprietary technology and data analytics to optimize waste collection, reduce contamination, and guarantee cost savings. Unlike traditional haulers, we don't own landfills or trucks, allowing us to prioritize client savings and environmental outcomes through a network of 4,500+ vetted vendors.
What industries do you serve?
We provide customized waste management solutions for retail, hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, multi-family housing, logistics, and other commercial sectors. Our technology adapts to each industry's unique waste streams and regulatory requirements.
How do you ensure recycling effectiveness?
Our CleanStream program pre-sorts materials using dedicated bins and direct-to-recycler transportation, achieving 99.9% recycling rates. This eliminates contamination issues common in traditional single-stream systems while providing verifiable ESG metrics.
Can you help with ESG compliance?
Yes, our technology platform automates ESG reporting for waste diversion, carbon emissions, and Scope 3 data. We provide science-based metrics that align with GRI standards and help businesses meet sustainability disclosure requirements.
Do you offer nationwide service?
We operate across all 50 states with localized vendor networks that provide responsive service while maintaining national account management and consistent reporting standards for multi-location businesses.
What is TRUE Zero Waste certification?
TRUE certification measures facilities' performance in minimizing non-hazardous waste and maximizing resource efficiency. Our TRUE Advisors guide clients through the certification process with tailored strategies, audits, and training programs.
