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Media & NewsDRN is Now Hiring Development AgentsNovember 11, 2011 Deconstruction & ReUse Network, Inc. is searching for a qualified individual to help us maintain and grow our client base in the following regions:
• East Bay • Santa Clara • Santa Cruz • San Mateo • Los Angeles • Orange County • San Diego This position requires a strong sales background, or a solid dedication to our industry and meeting the quarterly revenue objectives. This position is ideal for a business person looking to add services to their repertoire, and is commission-based only. Please read this posting carefully and respond if you believe your interests & qualifications make you a suitable candidate. Our goal is to educate and empower homeowners, building industry professionals and civic leaders to adopt the practice of deconstruction as a rational alternative to traditional demolition, thereby keeping C&D materials out of landfills, while simultaneously growing a robust network of individuals and organizations committed to the reclamation and distribution of reusable building materials. DRN collaborates with complimentary affordable home building organizations in an effort to better complete the circle of reuse. These currently include Habitat for Humanity affiliates in Sonoma County and future San Jose and San Mateo locations, Rebuilding Together SF, and The Away Station in Fairfax. We also work with Reuse Businesses such as Urban Ore, Ohmega Salvage, and other for profit reuse entrepreneurs. About the position: Our business has been growing steadily, necessitating expansion of our team. We are searching for an individual to focus on Project Development: Responsibilities Include: a. Identifying deconstruction project-candidates and educating relevant parties on the potential benefits of our program. b. Determine the project-candidate’s general scope and point of contact, approach decision makers and make program presentations. c. Increasing awareness through more general forms of public outreach (e.g. communicating with local governments, trade show presence, etc.) will be an integral function. d. Direct Marketing through records searches using letters, post cards and follow up calls. e. Helping to identify local reuse outlets for materials both non-profit and for profit and assist the Local Development Directors to bring them on as donation recipients/buyers of materials. The qualified candidate will possess a unique set of skills and experiences. These include: Mandatory ● Experience in the building industry – Familiarity with common materials and basic principles of SFR construction, as well as the ability to understand what motivates builders and designers. ● Experience and demonstrated success as a consultant and/or in consultative sales. ● Self starter quality – While we will provide the necessary support for you to succeed, we prefer to not micro-manage and appreciate” go-getters”. ● Excellent spoken and written communication abilities – We need someone who can convey our mission effectively to a wide range of individuals, including homeowners, builders, architects, government officials, etc. ● Furnish personal and reliable vehicle, camera, and useful tools (digital recorder, computer, tape measure, etc) . ● Familiarity with and willingness to travel throughout regions. ● Comfortable with basic office and administrative tasks (i.e. full-time computer/internet access and familiarity with Adobe & MS Office products or equivalent). Desired ● Knowledge of green building practices – e.g. LEED or BIG standards and/or academic background in environmental studies or professional experience in related fields. ● Established professional contacts within the local building industry. ● Non-profit/NGO experience ● Ability to work on commission. *This is a commission-based position. If your skills and experiences closely match our mandatory and desired qualifications, please compose a brief introduction letter, and attach, along with a current resume, as a .pdf or MS Word doc. Send to admin [at] reusenetwork [dot] org Corazon Builds Community Center in Canon Carretas MX Using Salvaged LumberJune 8, 2011 New Photo Gallery: Charitable ReUse of Lumber helps Corazon build a community center in Canon Carretas MX
Join us at Alt Build Expo 2011May 3, 2011 The 8th Annual Alt Build Expo is this Friday and Saturday in Santa Monica and we are proud to be exhibiting again. Please visit us during the show in booth #48 and share your tips for Thinking Outside The Roll-Off!
The Southern California ReUse SummitMarch 31, 2011 Today, DRN is co-hosting the first So Cal ReUse Summit with the Reuse Alliance in City of Industry. California carpet manufacturer Bentley Prince Street is hosting the event in its LEED-EB Silver certified carpet mill. We are expecting 50 reuse professionals including representatives from SUSTAIN LA, BURBANK GREEN ALLIANCE, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE OF SO CALIFORNIA, BENTLEY PRINCE STREET, ECOVATIONS, CITY OF SANTA MONICA, REUSE PEOPLE OF AMERICA, LA COUNTY DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS and EPA. Following today's summit, we'll be posting findings on this site and you can follow along during the conversation live on Twitter with the hashtag #reusesummit. Press Room Archive
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Press ReleasesHomeowners in Winters Chooses Deconstruction & ReUse over Home Demolition to Benefit Community and EnvironmentOctober 11, 2011 Home’s Building Materials have been Donated for ReUse by Local Non-Profits
San Francisco, CA -- October 11, 2011: Deconstruction & ReUse Network (DRN), an environmental and humanitarian non-profit, recently assisted Martin & Theresa Mariani, a local Walnut Farmer & Teacher in Winters, California, with the deconstruction of their home for reuse and recycling. Deconstruction is environmentally practical and, in most cases, provides property owners with significant tax deductions. The Mariani project was a the full deconstruction of three structures: a 4,389 sq ft house, a 680 sq ft garage built in 1983 and a 1920's era pool house. DRN develops programs for property owners to ensure structures slated for remodel or tear down will be reused and recycled. Most projects are completed in 3 weeks or less. According to DRN President Lorenz Schilling, “A typical home can yield as much as 85% diversion through reuse and recycling. With traditional home demolition, tons of materials are sent to the local landfill, the majority of which can be reused in their current state in other homes. Deconstruction is a win-win for the environment and the community.” Ned Forrest, the Architect for the project, contacted DRN’s Northern California Development Director Nicole Tai to begin the process of identifying and inventorying all reusable (and donation worthy) items in the Mariani’s home. Next, General Contractor Grendahl Construction brought in All Cal Demolition, a deconstruction contractor new to DRN, which carefully dismantled the home and organized all salvageable materials under Tai’s direction. Tai notes that the deconstruction crew was especially suited for this work because the owner of All Cal, Bobby Trujillo, had first hand experience with salvaged materials. “Bobby was a dream to work with - he listened to all my directions and offered more custom solutions in some cases! I really had a great time working with this team - everyone was so dedicated to reuse, and it showed”. The salvaged building materials included redwood and steel fencing, lumber, windows, doors, cabinetry, pool equipment and other fixed assets in the structures. After removing sheetrock from the living room, they discovered an entire ceiling of 2” thick tongue and groove knotty pine that was added to the donation. Many of these items were donated to Habitat for Humanity ReStore Sacramento to be reused in the community and to fund more affordable housing. DRN is an environmental and social benefit 501(c)(3) dedicated to promoting and empowering deconstruction practices and the reuse of quality building materials through collaboration. The organization endeavors to secure continued life for reusable items in order to reduce waste. DRN facilitates charitable reuse of surplus property and building materials through partnerships with IRN – The Recycling Network, Habitat for Humanity affiliates in California, and the housing ministry, Corazón. About Deconstruction & ReUse Network: Deconstruction & ReUse Network is an environmental and social benefit corporation 501(c)(3), whose mission is to promote and empower deconstruction practices and to grow a greater reuse network for quality building materials through partnerships with complimentary operations and organizations. Deconstruction & ReUse Network currently serves Northern and Southern California with partnerships that benefit Habitat for Humanity and Corazon. www.Decon-Network.org # # # View Photos here Media Contacts: Lorenz Schilling DRN T: 562-307-6065 Lorenz@reusenetwork.org Angela Moore Starfish P.R. T: 310-429-8868 angela@starfish-pr.com Deconstruction & ReUse Network Expands Reach in Los Angeles & Monterey Counties with Addition of Elisa Brown & Erin AcuñaJune 1, 2011 Los Angeles, CA – June 1, 2011: Elisa Brown, a Los Angeles based Green Event and Business Consultant, and Erin Acuña, a Bay Area LEED Accredited Professional and Certified Interior Designer, have joined Deconstruction & ReUse Network (DRN) as regional representatives. DRN is a social benefit and environmental non-profit dedicated to furthering the reuse of building materials and salvage while educating people about the advantages of these building practices. Ms. Brown joins the Los Angeles team, bringing extensive experience with non-profits and green businesses that will aide in developing awareness and coordinating Grant Proposals. As a representative for the Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and Monterey areas, Ms. Acuña will be a valuable resource to assist property owners and businesses in facilitating deconstruction and charitable reuse.
“Elisa and Erin bring varied skills and education and we are so pleased to welcome them both to our growing team,” says Lorenz Shilling, DRN president and founder. “Their experience with green businesses, non-profits, construction and design is a great fit for our organization and will benefit the Californians we serve tremendously.” Ms. Brown is a Sustainability and Green Event Consultant for non-profits and Green Businesses. Her experience with non-profits is an asset to DRN as she will also coordinate grant proposals and support the development department. Ms. Brown has a Bachelor of Science degree in Ecology, Evolution and Behavior from University of California, Los Angeles. Ms. Acuña’s qualifications as a LEED Accredited Professional and a Certified Interior Designer have lead her to successfully work for several Design and Construction companies throughout Northern California. Ms. Acuña holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management with an emphasis in Architectural Project Management. As representatives for DRN, Ms. Brown and Ms. Acuña will be working with property owners and policy makers to help them save money and resources through deconstruction, and facilitate charitable reuse of surplus materials. DRN is an environmental and social benefit 501(c)(3) dedicated to promoting and empowering deconstruction practices and the reuse of quality building materials through collaboration. The organization endeavors to secure continued life for reusable items in order to reduce waste. DRN facilitates charitable reuse of surplus property and building materials through partnerships with IRN – The Recycling Network, Habitat for Humanity affiliates in California, and the housing ministry, Corazón. About Deconstruction & ReUse Network: Deconstruction & ReUse Network is an environmental and social benefit corporation 501(c)(3), whose mission is to promote and empower deconstruction practices and to grow a greater reuse network for quality building materials through partnerships with complimentary operations and organizations. Deconstruction & ReUse Network currently serves Northern and Southern California with partnerships that benefit Habitat for Humanity and Corazon. www.Decon-Network.org # # # Media Contact: Angela Moore Starfish P.R. T: 310-429-8868 angela@starfish-pr.com Deconstruction & Reuse Network Advocates ReUse over Recycling at 8th Annual Alt Build ExpoNon-Profit offers Comprehensive Charitable ReUse Solutions for Building Materials & Surplus Salvage in California
Santa Monica, CA – May 6, 2011: Alt Build Expo in Santa Monica is one of the most established Green events in the country and each year it attracts industry professionals, homeowners and experts from all areas of environmental responsibility. At this year’s expo May 6 and 7, 2011, Deconstruction & ReUse Network (DRN) will be highlighting its expanded services, which includes charitable reuse solutions for surplus materials. DRN now offers the most comprehensive charitable reuse solutions for building materials and surplus salvage in California. Attendees are invited to “Think outside the Roll-off” with DRN in Booth #48. “Alt Build is just great because the City of Santa Monica and its residents are conscious of their environmental impact and really receptive to learning about new and creative environmental solutions, like the ones DRN and other innovative exhibitors at the expo provide,” says Lorenz Schilling, president and founder of DRN. “We are thrilled to have Corazón with us this year to demonstrate the humanitarian benefits of charitable reuse, in addition to its environmental benefits.” DRN is an environmental and social benefit 501(c)(3) dedicated to promoting and empowering deconstruction practices and the reuse of quality building materials through collaboration. The organization endeavors to secure continued life for reusable items in order to reduce waste. DRN facilitates charitable reuse of surplus property and building materials through partnerships with IRN – The Recycling Network, Habitat for Humanity affiliates in California, and the housing ministry, Corazón. Corazón is a bi-national U.S./Mexico non-profit organization with a proven track record at building homes, while strengthening families and emerging communities in Baja California. Corazón works to develop self-sufficient, cohesive and safer neighborhoods through a variety of means. Corazón provides educational scholarships to children, and vocational and essential life-skills training to adults. Representatives from Corazón will be exhibiting with DRN to share photos and videos that demonstrate exactly how building materials donated through DRN have been and can be used to build homes, schools, community centers, and good will in Baja California. As a non-profit, DRN is committed to educating others about the critical role of reuse in sustainability, therefore they are asking attendees to Alt Build Expo to stop by their booth #48 anytime during the show to record a message for the world with tips to “Think outside the Roll-off!” The video will be featured on DRN’s website and blog, appropriately named Thinking Outside the Roll-off. About Deconstruction & ReUse Network: Deconstruction & ReUse Network is an environmental and social benefit corporation 501(c)(3), whose mission is to promote and empower deconstruction practices and to grow a greater reuse network for quality building materials through partnerships with complimentary operations and organizations. Deconstruction & ReUse Network currently serves Northern and Southern California with partnerships that benefit Habitat for Humanity and Corazon. www.Decon-Network.org # # # Media Contact: Angela Moore, Starfish P.R. T: 310-429-8868 angela@starfish-pr.com Kathy Faller Determined to Help San Diego County Increase its Deconstruction & Charitable ReuseJanuary 27, 2011 San Diego, CA – January 27, 2011: Humanitarian and advocate for sustainable building, Kathy Faller has joined the Deconstruction & ReUse Network (DRN) team in San Diego. DRN is an environmental and social benefit non-profit dedicated to furthering the reuse of building materials and salvage while educating people about its advantages. As a Program Manager for San Diego County, Ms. Faller will serve as a valuable resource for local property owners who are remodeling, rebuilding and considering deconstruction. Her goal is to increase the charitable reuse of salvaged and surplus materials in San Diego County.
“With Kathy’s first-hand experience and shared commitment, she is a great fit for our organization,” says Lorenz Shilling, DRN’s president/founder. “We are pleased to welcome her to the DRN team and confident that with her help we will grow our business in San Diego.” Ms. Faller first became involved with DRN through her humanitarian activities in Mexico, where she has been serving communities since 1998. While building a home in Mexico, Ms. Faller learned of DRN through one of its partners, Corazon, and began utilizing much of the salvaged lumber and materials that had been donated for reuse. One of her notable ReUse projects was a community center in Colonia Carretas. “I’m thrilled to represent DRN in San Diego and am hoping to really make a difference here,” says Faller. “I know that there are people out there who want to make the environmentally and socially conscious choice when it comes to remodeling and my goal is to help them understand how simple it can be and why it’s beneficial on so many levels.” Ms. Faller’s first-hand experience reusing building materials, along with twenty years of experience in corporate finance and manufacturing, makes her a welcomed addition to the DRN team. She is an advocate of sustainable deconstruction, and is committed to the reuse of salvaged building materials. A practice that ensures continued life for reusable items, rather than being disposed of in local landfills. DRN facilitates charitable reuse of surplus property and building materials through partnerships with Institutional Recycling Network, Habitat for Humanity and Corazon. About Deconstruction & ReUse Network: Deconstruction & ReUse Network is an environmental and social benefit corporation 501(c)(3), whose mission is to promote and empower deconstruction practices and to grow a greater reuse network for quality building materials through partnerships with complimentary operations and organizations. Deconstruction & ReUse Network currently serves Northern and Southern California with partnerships that benefit Habitat for Humanity and Corazon. www.Decon-Network.org # # # Media Contact: Angela Moore Starfish P.R. T: 310-429-8868 angela@starfish-pr.com Press Room Archive Click Here To View More From The Press Room 
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