Davie, FL – May 1, 2025 – Waste and Recycling Workers Week is thrilled to announce that President Donald J. Trump has nominated Anthony Lomangino, a trailblazing leader in the waste and recycling industry, to serve on the United States Postal Service (USPS) Board of Governors. As one of the inaugural inductees into our Wall of Honor in 2014, Lomangino’s nomination is a testament to his exceptional leadership, innovative vision, and unwavering commitment to operational excellence—qualities that make him uniquely suited to address the challenges facing the USPS.
Anthony Lomangino is a pioneer with over 35 years of experience in the waste and recycling industry. As the founder and chairman of Southern Waste Systems (SWS) and Sun Recycling, he transformed waste management in South Florida by achieving a remarkable 93% recycling rate across 12 facilities, preserving natural resources and reducing landfill dependency. His earlier venture, Star Recycling, grew into the 14th largest privately owned waste company in the U.S. before its sale to Waste Management in 1996, demonstrating his ability to scale operations while maintaining efficiency and innovation. Lomangino’s business acumen and problem-solving expertise have earned him prestigious accolades, including the 2010 Governor’s Business Diversification Award and the 2011 Recycling and Waste Reduction Award from Recycle Florida Today.
President Trump praised Lomangino’s nomination, stating, “Anthony is a fantastic businessman and reformer, who built one of the most successful sanitation businesses in the Country. He knows how to fix a problem—and the Postal Service has many!” This endorsement underscores Lomangino’s proven track record of tackling complex operational challenges, a critical skill for the USPS as it navigates a $9.5 billion loss in fiscal year 2024 and seeks to modernize its $78.5 billion operation.
Lomangino’s leadership extends beyond business success. His ability to foster strong teams and implement cutting-edge processes has set industry standards, from pioneering construction and demolition recycling in the 1960s to adopting advanced technologies that stimulate economic growth and job creation. His hands-on experience, starting at Allied Sanitation and rising through the ranks, equips him with a deep understanding of logistics, workforce management, and customer service—core components of the USPS’s mission to serve 169 million addresses nationwide.
Statement from John Arwood, Founder of Waste and Recycling Workers Week:
“I am overjoyed to see President Trump nominate Anthony Lomangino to the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors. As a fellow garbageman and a visionary who has reshaped the waste and recycling industry, Anthony embodies the grit, ingenuity, and dedication we celebrate at Waste and Recycling Workers Week. His induction into our Wall of Honor in 2014 recognized his transformative contributions, and I have no doubt he will bring the same passion and problem-solving prowess to the USPS. This is a proud moment for our industry, as one of our own steps into a vital role to strengthen a cornerstone of American infrastructure. I wholeheartedly support President Trump’s choice and am excited to see Anthony lead with the same excellence that has defined his career.”
Lomangino’s nomination comes at a pivotal time for the USPS, which is celebrating its 250th anniversary while addressing financial and operational challenges. His expertise in managing large-scale operations, optimizing resources, and driving innovation positions him to guide the USPS toward sustainable growth and improved service delivery. As a member of the USPS Board of Governors, Lomangino will help shape policies, appoint key leadership, and oversee operations to ensure the Postal Service remains a reliable lifeline for millions of Americans.
Waste and Recycling Workers Week invites our community to join us in celebrating this historic nomination. Share this exciting news on social media using #LomanginoUSPS and #WasteRecyclingHeroes to honor Anthony Lomangino’s legacy and support his mission to strengthen the USPS.
About Waste and Recycling Workers Week
Waste and Recycling Workers Week, founded in 2014, is dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes of the waste and recycling industry. Through initiatives like the Wall of Honor, we recognize leaders like Anthony Lomangino who have made lasting contributions to sustainability, innovation, and community service.
Media Contact:
John Arwood
Founder, Waste and Recycling Workers Week
Email: [email protected]
Website: wasterecyclingworkersweek.org
Waste and Recycling Workers Week encourages everyone to share this press release across social channels to amplify Anthony Lomangino’s nomination and inspire pride in our industry’s impact on national leadership. Let’s rally behind a true industry hero!