Richard Ostrander, MBA
About Richard Ostrander, MBA
Richard Ostrander is the General Manager at Wastequip in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, where he has worked since 2022. He holds an MBA from Missouri State University and has extensive experience in operations and management across various roles, including previous positions at Wastequip and the US Army.
Work at Wastequip
Richard Ostrander has been serving as the General Manager at Wastequip since 2022. In this role, he oversees operations in Mount Sterling, Kentucky. Prior to his current position, he held the role of Distribution Center Manager at Wastequip from 2020 to 2022, also in Mount Sterling. Additionally, he worked as Operations Manager at Wastequip from 2016 to 2020 in Memphis, Tennessee. His extensive experience within the company highlights his familiarity with its operational processes and management strategies.
Education and Expertise
Richard Ostrander holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Missouri State University, which he completed from 2019 to 2022. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Citadel, studying there from 2001 to 2005. Earlier in his education, he graduated from Athens Drive High School, achieving a diploma in General Studies from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his management roles.
Background
Richard Ostrander has a diverse professional background that includes military service and various management roles. He served in the US Army as an Executive Officer from 2009 to 2010 and as an Infantry Platoon Leader from 2006 to 2009, both at Ft. Carson, Colorado. After his military service, he transitioned to civilian roles, including Operations Manager at SFI in Memphis, Tennessee, from 2010 to 2012. This combination of military and civilian experience contributes to his leadership capabilities.
Previous Positions
Before his current role at Wastequip, Richard Ostrander held several positions that contributed to his expertise in operations management. He worked as Operations Manager at Wastequip from 2016 to 2020 in Memphis, Tennessee, and as Distribution Center Manager from 2020 to 2022 in Mount Sterling, Kentucky. Additionally, he served as Operations Manager at SFI from 2010 to 2012. His roles have involved overseeing various operational aspects, enhancing his skills in management and logistics.