“I didn't really start to relate my working life to my social and environmental philosophyuntil my late thirties” – Ken Orchard
Name: Ken Orchard Business: Mid Devon CommunityRecycling Role: General manager Where: Devon
Mid Devon Community Recycling (MDCR) began as a voluntary group in 1988 in response to local worries about waste. It’s now a fast growing community company with a turnover in the region of £1.3 million. Turnover has grown at a rate of about 25% per annum since the formation of the company.
MDCR currently employs about 40 people who are assisted by a team of 15 regular volunteers. The company also provides work experience training for six to ten learning-disabled adults.
As Chief Executive, much of Ken’s role is concerned with the strategic development of the company.
Name: Ken Orchard
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