SWANA and Paradigm Software partner with focus on technology and safety in waste and resource management
The partnership will also support SWANA Safety Awards and RCon

The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) has created a new corporate partnership with Paradigm Software, L.L.C., a provider of end-to-end weighing management solutions.
SWANA and Paradigm share a commitment to supporting safety, improving efficiency, and enabling technology that delivers long-term value. Paradigm's corporate partnership includes sponsorship of the SWANA Safety Awards and supporting RCon, taking place in Columbus, Ohio, from November 12 to 15. RCon has cross-cutting themes of technology and safety, tying into the solutions offered by Paradigm.
A strong partnership to advance industry safety
"We are thrilled to welcome Paradigm as a corporate partner," shared SWANA CEO Amy Lestition Burke, MA, FASAE, CAE. "Their expertise in operations and commitment to safety will support SWANA's work to advance the industry through innovation, education, and collaboration. We appreciate all of Paradigm's support, and I am especially excited about the sponsorship of the SWANA Safety Awards, which just opened for nominations."
"For over three decades, SWANA and Paradigm Software, L.L.C., have collaborated to provide industry facilities with solid solutions and information that is current and relevant to their operations. This new corporate partnership reinforces the strong relationship both organizations share with our members and clients," stated Jackie W Barlow II, president and chief operating officer, Paradigm Software, L.L.C.
Paradigm's technology suite provides support to streamline operations, from capturing transactions and invoicing to payments and regulatory reporting, enabling users to spend less time on transactions and more time focused on safe and efficient operations.
Barlow continued, "Together, we remain committed to delivering forward-thinking solutions that drive meaningful value."
"We look forward to working with Paradigm and to celebrating the Safety Award winners together at RCon," added Lestition Burke.
The SWANA Safety Awards and other SWANA award categories are open for nominations until August 13, 2025.



