Denali’s Mason McNeill Named to Waste360’s 2026 “40 Under 40” Awards List

RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. -  May 27, 2026 - Mason McNeill, Chief Commercial Officer at Denali, has been named to the Waste360’s 2026 “40 Under 40” awards list. The list honors emerging leaders who are driving innovation and helping shape the future of the waste, recycling and organics industry through leadership, sustainability initiatives and operational excellence.

McNeill was recognized for his role in expanding Denali’s national organics recycling footprint and advancing innovative diversion solutions across the U.S. Through his work, Denali has continued to strengthen its capabilities in food recycling, depackaging, composting, anaerobic digestion and animal feed solutions while growing strategic partnerships and infrastructure nationwide.

“Mason’s leadership and vision have played an important role in Denali’s continued growth and innovation,” said Todd Mathes, CEO at Denali. “His ability to identify opportunities, build strong partnerships and advance sustainable solutions has helped position Denali as the leader in nationwide organics recycling. We are proud to see him recognized by Waste360 with this well-deserved honor.”

In addition to supporting Denali’s acquisition and integration strategy, McNeill works closely with policymakers, industry organizations and local communities to advance organics recycling initiatives and improve landfill diversion efforts. His involvement with organizations such as the Northwest Arkansas Council’s Recycling Committee reflects his commitment to building more sustainable waste management systems and supporting long-term environmental progress.

“I am honored to be recognized by Waste360 as part of this year’s 40 Under 40 class,” said McNeill. “This recognition is especially meaningful because it comes during an exciting period for Denali and for the continued growth of organics recycling more broadly. I’m fortunate to work alongside exceptional teammates across the organization who are deeply committed to advancing practical environmental solutions and building important infrastructure for the future. While I’m grateful for the recognition personally, I truly believe this award is a reflection of our team, the momentum we are building together, and the opportunity ahead for our industry. Thank you to the Denali team and to Waste360 for the recognition.”

Waste360’s annual “40 Under 40” awards program recognizes professionals under the age of 40 whose work is helping drive the waste and recycling industry forward through innovation, leadership and service. The full list can be found at www.waste360.com.

About Denali

Denali is the largest and leading organic recycling company in the U.S., on a mission to replenish the Earth by repurposing waste. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Our services and products touch thousands of acres, hundreds of locales, millions of tons of material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S.