Our Team

Leadership Team

A team of industry veterans and innovators driving the future of sustainable waste management and clean energy.

Executive Leadership

Guiding Our Vision

Alex Mardikian - CEO of Renewable Waste Energy

Alex Mardikian

Chief Executive Officer & Hydraulics Engineer
Executive Leadership

Seasoned CEO and business leader with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing, deal negotiations, and environmental solutions. Drives forward-thinking strategies in smart city development, logistical infrastructure, and sustainable energy initiatives.

As Founder and CEO of The Waste Agency, Alex leads cutting-edge waste-to-energy technologies, bioenergy solutions, and carbon market strategies that promote economic viability, environmental responsibility, and social equity. His leadership extends to SmartWaste Systems and American Pellet Supply, where he spearheads sustainable manufacturing and waste processing innovations.

Leadership & Credentials:

  • Technical Associate's Degree, Mt. San Antonio College; Hydraulics, UC Riverside; Advanced coursework, USC
  • Certified National Water Works Distribution Specialist with Grade II Water Treatment Operator licensure, specializing in potable water distribution systems, treatment processes, regulatory compliance, and operational controls
  • Western Regional Manager, Schlumberger Ltd. - Global Oilfield Services Leader
  • President, Force Protection - partnered with FEMA, Homeland Security & Coast Guard on defense initiatives
  • CEO/Co-founder, OBITX (now Everything Blockchain, Inc.)
  • Global lifestyle brands: CEO Von Dutch Kustom and the license expert of Ed Hardy, Christian Audigier, Evil Knievel and Quadrophenia.com (The WHO)
  • Strategic branding for Recording Academy and Kim Dotcom's MegaUpload enterprises
  • Specialist in EDI and ERP systems integration, overseeing end-to-end supply chain data exchange (ANSI X12), vendor compliance, and enterprise retail connectivity with Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, Ace Hardware, Do It Best, and True Value
  • Patent holder, architect, and lead implementer of Haultail™ — a secure, distributed commerce and supply-chain platform integrating ERP, EDI, blockchain verification, and real-time logistics intelligence to reduce fraud, optimize vendor compliance, and enhance end-to-end transactional transparency
  • Strategic branding and e-commerce Internet Director for consumer goods initiatives

With a unique blend of technical expertise, corporate leadership, and market foresight, Alex continues to drive sustainable industry transformation through innovative environmental solutions and strategic partnerships.

Andrus Nomm - Chief Automations Officer

Andrus Nomm

Chief Automations Officer & Mechatronics Engineer
OWI Platform Architect

Technology leader and visionary architect behind the Optimal Waste Intelligence (OWI) platform. Specializes in machine learning, artificial intelligence, ERP systems, hardware development, and enterprise implementations. CTO of FueledBy.Net and Co-Founder of The Waste Agency.

His groundbreaking work on OWI has revolutionized waste processing through AI-driven automation that continuously monitors, analyzes, and optimizes operations in real-time.

Technical Expertise & Innovations:

  • Architected OWI's neural network models for predictive maintenance and process optimization
  • Developed AI-powered computer vision systems for automated waste sorting with 98%+ accuracy
  • Pioneered real-time PLATTS Index integration for market-driven output optimization
  • Engineered closed-loop feedback systems enabling autonomous process control
  • Industrial IoT sensor networks and custom monitoring platform development
  • Patent holder, architect, and lead implementer of Haultail™ — a secure, distributed commerce and supply-chain platform integrating ERP, EDI, blockchain verification, and real-time logistics intelligence to reduce fraud, optimize vendor compliance, and enhance end-to-end transactional transparency
  • Technical Director overseeing e-commerce platforms, traffic, conversion, and scalable infrastructure, including Cloudflare CDNs, analytics, PCI-DSS compliance, and secure payment integrations; E-commerce Internet Director for consumer goods initiatives

Background includes enterprise data management, infrastructure planning, and backend architecture. Co-founded OBITX as CTO, pioneered media processing cloud services for MegaUpload and related platforms.

Abraham Rezex

President / Global Strategies and Finance
Capital & Strategy

Accomplished financial executive with extensive experience in project finance, private equity, and infrastructure investment across the renewable energy and environmental sectors. Oversees all financial operations, capital raising initiatives, and investment strategies that fuel the company's growth and global expansion.

Brings a disciplined approach to financial management, combining deep expertise in structured finance with a strategic vision for scaling sustainable energy ventures. Instrumental in securing funding for multi-million dollar waste-to-energy projects and building lasting relationships with institutional investors.

Financial Leadership & Expertise:

  • Structured finance and complex financial instruments for energy infrastructure
  • Institutional investor relations and development bank partnerships
  • Capital raising and private equity fund management
  • Financial modeling and project feasibility analysis
  • Strategic financial partnerships across North American and international markets
Christina Hernandez - Director of Compliance

Christina Hernandez

Director of Compliance, Regulatory Oversight & Legal Affairs
MBA | WMBE

Accomplished compliance and legal affairs executive with deep expertise in environmental regulations, corporate governance, and municipal policy. Develops and implements comprehensive compliance programs that ensure organizational adherence to federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a culture of ethical business practices.

Co-Founder of American Pellet Supply, a certified Woman-Owned Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE), demonstrating entrepreneurial leadership and commitment to sustainable business development. Serves as Secretary for Regreen Technologies.

Compliance & Legal Expertise:

  • Environmental compliance programs for waste-to-energy operations
  • Risk assessment frameworks and compliance auditing methodologies
  • Policy drafting and regulatory documentation for municipal contracts
  • City and municipal board representation and stakeholder relations
  • Corporate governance and ethical business practice standards

Holds an MBA in Business and actively contributes to advancing sustainable waste management practices through environmental policy-making and industry advocacy.

Our Values

What Drives Us

Innovation

Continuously pushing the boundaries of what's possible in waste-to-energy technology through AI, machine learning, and advanced engineering.

Integrity

Operating with transparency and accountability in every partnership, ensuring our commitments translate into real environmental impact.

Sustainability

Committed to creating a circular economy where waste becomes a resource, reducing landfill dependence and generating clean energy.

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Partner with our experienced team to transform waste management challenges into sustainable energy solutions.

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