As the automotive industry continues to embrace sustainability and the circular economy, the demand for high-quality reused parts is growing rapidly. Accreditation is emerging as a vital tool in this transformation—helping to ensure that recycled parts meet consistent standards for safety, quality, and environmental performance. By providing a clear framework for best practice, accreditation builds confidence among insurers, repairers, and consumers while driving professionalism and transparency across the sector.
This webinar will explore how accreditation programs are shaping the future of automotive recycling—improving operational performance, strengthening market credibility, and fostering collaboration across the supply chain. Real-world examples will highlight how accredited recyclers are setting new benchmarks for compliance, efficiency, and customer trust.
Featuring Chris Daglis, Managing Director of Auto Partnered Solutions, and Kristi Werner, Chief Executive Officer of United Recyclers Group (URG)—two industry leaders with extensive experience in automotive recycling, circular economy strategy, and digital transformation—this session will provide valuable insights into how accreditation can unlock growth, sustainability, and confidence in the reuse parts market.
Kristi Werner is the Chief Executive Officer of United Recyclers Group (URG), a leading organization dedicated to advancing the automotive recycling industry through innovation, technology, and collaboration. With over 18 years of experience in the recycling sector, Kristi brings deep expertise in operational efficiency, software solutions, and member-focused program development.
Kristi began her career in 2005 with Actual Systems Pinnacle as a software trainer, where she quickly advanced to project management and later sales, gaining a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and business sides of automotive recycling. In 2011, she joined United Recyclers Group, where her passion for technology-driven growth and member success helped shape URG’s modern direction. She was appointed CEO after more than a decade of service and leadership within the organization.
A graduate of St. Cloud State University with a Bachelor of Science, Kristi went on to earn her Master of Science from Colorado Technical University. She is committed to expanding URG’s suite of programs and benefits, fostering collaboration across recyclers, and supporting the industry’s ongoing digital transformation. Having witnessed firsthand the evolution of recycling technology, Kristi is a strong advocate for empowering recyclers to reach their full potential through innovation, education, and community.
In this webinar, Kristi will share insights from URG’s journey, highlighting how technology and collaboration can drive operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term success in the global automotive recycling industry.
Chris Daglis is Managing Director of Auto Partnered Solutions, a company providing strategic and technology-driven solutions for the automotive recycling and repair industries. With more than 30 years of experience across the global automotive sector, Chris has served as an independent advisor to major insurers and as a non-executive director for multinational organizations, bringing deep expertise in parts supply, recycling, and circular economy strategy. He has also acted as a Subject Matter Expert for companies, including eBay and consulting firms such as Sayers and PwC, helping develop innovative approaches that drive sustainable growth and positive market change.
A leading advocate for professional standards, Chris has been actively involved in the design and implementation of accreditation programs for automotive recyclers, working with regulators, insurers, and recyclers to strengthen safety, quality, and environmental performance.
In this webinar, Chris will showcase accreditation successes from around the world, highlighting both the direct benefits, such as compliance, credibility, and operational improvement, and indirect benefits, including collaboration, transparency, and consumer trust.
The International Roundtable on Automotive Recycling (IRT)
brings together the leading international automotive recycler associations and industry officials. This webinar is open to anyone
