What Size Dumpster Do I Need For My Project or Event?

What dumpster size do I need for my project or event?

When you’re planning a home renovation, cleanup, or event, figuring out the right dumpster size can be overwhelming. Choose a container too small, and you’ll be stuck with overflow (and extra fees). Too big, and you may overpay. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know to confidently choose the perfect roll-off […]

A Guide to Renting Portable Restrooms For Weddings

When planning a wedding, there are seemingly endless details to weigh and consider. Restrooms may or may not be on the top of that list, but ensuring your guests have access to enough clean restrooms is important. Depending on your wedding venue, it might be worth arranging for the presence of portable restrooms.  If your […]

5 Waste Processing Partnership Business Benefits

Why do we do things the right way when it comes to waste? A whole list of reasons probably comes to mind – to make our surrounding areas clean and pleasant; to take care of the environment; to keep people and our communities healthy, the list goes on.  Did you know that choosing the right […]

Events Are Coming Back. How Will They Be Different?

view of concert stage from back of crowd

8 in 10 Americans say they miss attending in-person events, according to research firm APCO Insight.  There’s something special about being able to gather together with others, whether you’re learning at a conference, celebrating at a wedding or rocking out at a concert.  After a year of abrupt event cancelations, many people and organizations are […]

Porta Potty Cleaning: How to Keep Your Portable Toilet Clean During Events

Portable restrooms can be a lifesaver at a major event, but only if it’s maintained properly. No one wants to use a dirty restroom, and despite their reputation, there are several proactive actions that can be taken to improve the experience of a portable restroom. In this blog post, we talk about the best practices […]

Ryan Driskell

Director of Recycling & Organics

Ryan has over 12 years of experience with TDS, having joined the organization in 2013. He has built a strong foundation in data-driven decision making, working in pricing for the hauling division and progressing through roles from analyst to Pricing Manager before transitioning to his current leadership position.

In his current role, Ryan has oversight of three key operations within TDS’s recycling and organics division, the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF),  the Garden-Ville brand composting operation focused on efficient and high-quality organic processing, and the Construction & Demolition (C&D) facility dedicated to diverting recoverable material from the landfill. His approach is rooted in performance metrics and operational insight, using data to identify efficiencies, track throughput, and drive continuous improvement across all three areas.

Ryan’s numbers-driven approach has played a key role in TDS expanding its reach, with notable growth into municipalities such as Dripping Springs, Bastrop, and Smithville, as well as serving major university campuses including UT, UTSA, and Texas State. He is driven by a passion for building safe, efficient systems focused on maximizing the volume of material TDS can responsibly accept and process. 

Ryan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Texas A&M University.

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