Certified Compost Operations Manager™ Spotlight: Jamie Blanchard-Poling

Started in September of 2018, Compost Queen is the brainchild of Jamie Blanchard-Poling, a long time environmental steward and nature lover. Inspired by her passion for renewable energy and zero waste, Jamie started Compost Queen to provide Northern Colorado with an achievable option to home composting. It all began with two years of failed backyard tumbler composting that blossomed into a bootstrap business idea. Growth was slow at first, but diligence and hard work paid off. 
 
Why did you choose to become certified through the USCC Certification Commission?
 
After breaking 200 customers, it became obvious that Compost Queen's growth was going to become an obstacle that needed to be solved. I found the USCC and their incredible set of resources, and was met with open arms of support. After attending the Composting Operations Training Course in Fort Collins, I knew I had all the resources I needed to become a certified Composting Operations Manager for our small facilities to improve and produce quality finished products. I pursued this professional credential through the USCC so I could be seen as a professional, and advance my career in the composting industry.