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Waste Management

Houston, Texas, United States · Biomass Energy, Energy, Renewable Energy

Waste Management Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive waste management services. The company offers waste collection, disposal, recycling, and renewable energy solutions. It operates through multiple reportable segments and focuses on sustainability initiatives. Waste Management aims to provide environmentally friendly waste services to its customers.

Key facts

Headquarters
Houston, Texas, United States
Employees
Unknown
Industries
Biomass Energy, Energy, Renewable Energy
Status
Public (WM)
Website
wm.com
LinkedIn
Company page

Recent activity at Waste Management

  • : John J. Morris, Jr. Appointed as CEO of Waste Management, Inc.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On August 24, 2026, James C. Fish, Jr. announced his intention to retire as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Waste Management, Inc., effective January 4, 2027, after over ten years in the role and more than 25 years with the company. The Board of Directors appointed John J. Morris, Jr., currently the President, to succeed Mr. Fish as the new CEO and as a member of the Board. Mr. Fish will remain in an advisory capacity until mid-February 2027. This transition aligns with the company's ongoing succession planning efforts, ensuring stability in leadership during the changeover.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On May 13, 2026, Waste Management, Inc. announced the promotion of Ms. Tara J. Hemmer to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately following the voluntary resignation of Mr. John J. Morris, Jr. from the same position. Ms. Hemmer, who previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, will receive an increased annual base salary of $850,000 and a target annual cash incentive of 105% of her base salary. Additionally, she has been granted restricted stock units valued at $575,000 with a grant date of May 20, 2026, and vesting conditions tied to her ongoing employment. Meanwhile, Mr. Rafael E. Carrasco provided notice of his retirement effective July 17, 2026, after 10 years with the Company, highlighting a significant leadership transition within the organization.
  • : SEC 8-K (1.01):
  • : Waste Management Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On March 13, 2026, Waste Management, Inc. announced that Ms. Devina Rankin voluntarily resigned from her position as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective November 1, 2025, after 23 years with the company, including nearly 9 years in her CFO role. To ensure an effective transition of her responsibilities, Ms. Rankin continued to serve as an executive advisor at her prior salary through the transition date. On the same day, she received a cash bonus of $1 million in recognition of her contributions to transitioning the CFO role and the integration of the company's Healthcare Solutions business, which is in addition to her annual incentive award for 2025. This bonus was paid in accordance with a letter agreement signed on March 13, 2026.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On March 13, 2026, Waste Management, Inc. reported the voluntary resignation of Ms. Devina Rankin from her role as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective November 1, 2025. To facilitate a smooth transition, she served as an executive advisor until March 13, 2026, maintaining her prior salary. In recognition of her contributions and leadership during this transition, Ms. Rankin was awarded a cash bonus of $1 million. Her career at Waste Management spanned 23 years, including almost nine years as CFO, significantly impacting stockholder value during her tenure.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On March 3, 2026, Waste Management, Inc. granted annual incentive awards to its executive officers, including CEO James C. Fish, Jr. and CFO David L. Reed, under the 2023 Stock Incentive Plan. Each executive received performance share units (PSUs) and stock options, with Mr. Fish being awarded 49,350 PSUs among others. The PSUs will be evaluated based on a cash flow generation measure and total shareholder return relative to the S&P 500, with vesting contingent on performance metrics and employment status. Key conditions include provisions for employment termination, retirement, and change in control scenarios that could affect payout timing and amounts.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On March 3, 2026, Waste Management, Inc. awarded annual incentive bonuses to its named executive officers, which include James C. Fish, Jr. (CEO), John J. Morris, Jr. (President and COO), David L. Reed (CFO), Tara J. Hemmer (Chief Sustainability Officer), and others. This decision was made by the Management Development and Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. The bonuses are part of the company's compensation strategy to incentivize executive performance for the fiscal year. No specific financial amounts for the bonuses were disclosed in the filing.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On March 3, 2026, Waste Management, Inc. granted annual incentive awards to its Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and other named executive officers as identified in the Company’s most recent proxy statement. This action was taken by the Management Development and Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. The executives awarded include James C. Fish, Jr. (CEO), John J. Morris, Jr. (President and COO), David L. Reed (CFO), and other key officers. The specific financial amounts or terms associated with these incentive awards were not detailed in the filing.

Leadership

  • James C. Fish, Jr., Chief Executive Officer
  • John J. Morris, Jr., President
  • Devina Rankin, Chief Financial Officer
  • John J. Morris, Jr., President
  • James C. Fish, Jr., Chief Executive Officer
  • Julie Davis, Talent Acquisition Partner
  • Jerich Beason, Chief Information Security Officer

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Employee benefit plans

Waste Management files 10 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.

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About Waste Management: questions and answers

What does Waste Management do?

Waste Management Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive waste management services. The company offers waste collection, disposal, recycling, and renewable energy solutions. It operates through multiple reportable segments and focuses on sustainability initiatives. Waste Management aims to provide environmentally friendly waste services to its customers.

Where is Waste Management headquartered?

Waste Management is headquartered in Houston, Texas, United States.

Who leads Waste Management?

James C. Fish, Jr. is a Chief Executive Officer at Waste Management.

What is the latest news on Waste Management?

On Aug 26, 2026, John J. Morris, Jr. Appointed as CEO of Waste Management, Inc.

Is Waste Management a public company?

Yes. Waste Management is publicly traded under the ticker WM.

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