Megan Ponder (PRODUCER) is an independent consultant specializing in the rapidly evolving waste and recycling sector. Megan’s work is focused on plastic waste including regulatory policy, plastics production, and global recycling systems and trends. Previously, Megan worked on waste and recycling policy and programs for the City of Portland and served as the mayor’s sustainability coordinator. She has worked extensively with stakeholders representing government, industry, and community perspectives on waste and recycling.