Lexington, Kentucky –(Business Wire)–Rubicon Technologies, Inc. (“Rubicon” or the “Company”) (NYSE: RBT), a leading digital marketplace for waste and recycling and innovative software-based products for businesses and governments around the world, today announced the Chief Executive Officer of Technical Officer Phil Rodoni has been appointed to the Rubicon Board of Directors (“Board”) as Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and a member of the Board of Directors, effective October 13, 2022. Founding CEO Nate Morris will continue to serve as Chairman, Director and Board Member. Strategic advisor during the succession period. Osman Ahmed has been appointed lead independent director.
Rodoni’s appointment as CEO is a key part of Rubicon’s strategic plan as the company works to achieve its mission to end waste through the digital transformation of the waste and recycling industry.
Rodoni has been Rubicon’s CTO since 2015. He came to Rubicon from Esurance as Vice President of Software Development. Before that, Rodoni held senior technical positions at Charles Schwab and Travelzoo. Rodoni holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics from UC Berkeley and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Haas School of Business.
“I am very honored and excited to have the opportunity to lead Rubicon. The company is on a rapid growth path as we scale our industry-leading technology platform to transform the $2.1 trillion global waste and recycling market,” said Rodoni.”Becoming a public company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) earlier this year is a big step toward that goal, and I look forward to leading the company as it continues to help businesses and governments around the world use technology to drive environmental innovation. I would like to thank Nate’s leadership and support over the years and he has led Rubicon to the level of success we are today. ”
With over 20 years of experience in technological innovation and product development, Rodoni has helped Rubicon become a leader in waste and recycling, and his vision for the company’s future makes him the natural fit to lead Rubicon’s next phase of success and growth. In new role At the last meeting, Rodoni will focus on several of Rubicon’s core goals, including accelerating the company’s progress to profitability, investing in Rubicon’s leading digital marketplace and product suite, and further developing Rubicon’s strategic vision and execution plan for the next phase. grow.
“We believe Phil is the right leader to accelerate Rubicon’s growth as a public company, and we look forward to working with him as he executes the company’s strategic vision,” said board member Andres Chico.”Additionally, we thank Nate Morris for his many contributions to the company over a decade as founding CEO and chairman. Under Nate’s leadership, Rubicon has become a recognized catalyst for change across the waste and recycling industry, and we thank him for his long-term commitment and vision. ”
“It has been an absolute privilege to lead Rubicon from its inception,” said Nate Morris.”Looking back over the past decade, I can’t be more proud of what we’ve accomplished – building more than 8 million service points, expanding service to all 50 states and 20 countries, and successfully completing a NYSE-listed process. I am excited about the opportunity to work with the board to ensure the company builds on our track record of achievement and delivers on our mission to eliminate waste. I know our platform, technology, team and leadership are all in good hands. ”
About Rubicon
Rubicon Technologies (NYSE: RBT) is a digital marketplace for waste and recycling, and provides innovative software-based products to businesses and governments around the world. The company is committed to creating new industry standards by using technology to drive environmental innovation, helping businesses transform into more sustainable businesses and transforming communities into greener, smarter places to live and work. Rubicon’s mission is to end waste. It helps its partners discover economic value in their waste streams and confidently execute on their sustainability goals. To learn more, visit www.Rubicon.com.
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