Christi McGee

About Christi McGee

I’m a strategist and storyteller with 25+ years of experience across public affairs, operations, and sustainability. As Chief Strategy and Brand Officer at Circular Solutions, I help guide the deployment of AI- and blockchain-enabled recycling verification systems for some of the world’s largest stages, including the FIFA World Cup 2026, 2026 Paralympic Games, and LA28.Reagan once said,\"trust but verify\" and my philosophy is in recycling, verification is the trust. My passion is about turning sustainability ambitions into measurable, defensible impact. My work centers on circular solutions and end-of-life accountability—ensuring materials are tracked, verified, and recovered through real supply chains, not simply reported as diversion. I believe deeply in proof over promises.My career has included leadership roles with Coca-Cola Consolidated, NASCAR (International Speedway Corporation), and national trade organizations, shaping my approach to operations, partnerships, and brand strategy. I love building high-performing teams, connecting the right people, and helping organizations scale solutions that are good for business and better for the planet.I’m grateful to contribute to the global sustainability conversation as a speaker at forums such as the World Recycling Conference, Green Sports Alliance Summit, PolyNext Dubai, and Women Breaking the Mold.UVA grad • NYU Global Sports Management (Certificate) • Cornell DEI (Certificate) • WISE CLT member • Community volunteer

Experience

1. Chief Strategy and Brand Officer

   Circular Solutions

   Nov 2023 — Present

   Circular Solutions Advisors is committed to helping organizations navigate the complexities of recycling and sustainability with our specialized expertise. CSA’s core principles are practicality, authenticity, and transparency, and the company is founded on the premise that organizations can simultaneously do good for the planet AND their business.Most organizations want to make a positive impact in the world—and many start by recycling. But with more than 20 years of experience managing the waste ecosystem, CSA knows that often, even the best efforts are just not working. We have developed a proprietary process to analyze the unique issues of each client, and we create a path for their recyclable commodities such as plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and cardboard not to end up in landfills or incineration, thus creating a circular economy.In short, we are problem solvers. We track trash from the customer’s site to the recycling center, constantly evaluating ways to boost recycling rates, and bring solutions that also address the handling of other materials (composting, HPDE, plastics 3 - 7), always working to make the process more cost effective. Based on our expertise, we certify that an organization’s efforts are working.CSA empowers businesses to make informed decisions and contribute positively to a circular and regenerative economy.

Education

• Cornell University

  Certificate, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• New York University

  Certificate, Global Sports Management

• University of Virginia

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Government

Skills

• Public Policy
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• Event Planning