Sarah Phillips

Sarah Phillips is an experienced Corporate Compliance Manager in Government Affairs at Waste Connections, where a decade-long specialization in environmental compliance regulations has been established since May 2016. Sarah excels at interpreting and communicating complex regulatory language, enhancing coordination with regulatory agencies. As the founder and co-chair of the Waste Connections Women's Network, a pioneering employee resource group, the mission focuses on fostering community, mentorship, and professional development for emerging female leaders. Previous experience includes roles as an Environmental Engineer overseeing compliance for landfills across several states, a Water Resources Engineer providing expertise on environmental regulations, and a Project Environmental Manager handling large-scale construction projects. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Environmental Sciences and Engineering from Colorado School of Mines and a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Wayne State University.