S3 Recycling Solutions provides businesses with a hassle-free way to responsibly and safely manage their excess electronics. Headquartered in Springfield, Tenn., with a new location in California, S3 is an award-winning, R2v3-certified technology recycling firm that provides tailored e-waste solutions to customers across North America.
S3’s core business is to provide entities with information technology asset disposition (ITAD), data destruction, decommissioning, computer and electronic recycling, and medical asset disposition services. Customers who choose S3 as their electronics recycling partner receive customized, personal and dedicated service; robust reporting and chain-of-custody tracking for sensitive materials; and a seamless scheduling and pickup process.
S3 currently works with more than 200 companies across many industries such as: medical centers, universities and K-12 school systems, government agencies, financial institutions, non-profit organizations, Fortune 500 corporations, and others.
As society turns its focus to more environmental solutions, S3’s services assist businesses with meeting sustainability goals, all while providing a peace of mind that data security is maintained at the highest industry standards. All of its clients’electronics and technology devices are processed at R2v3 and e-Steward certified facilities, ensuring total compliance with local, state and federal environmental regulations.
Core Values
S3 leadership says that its goal is to build a sustainable organization by following the four core principles of Integrity, Sustainability, Dependability and Community.
Integrity: S3 has earned the information technology asset disposition industry’s top credentials including R2v3 certification. This verifies the organization’s practice of following proper processes, safety measures and documentation to responsibly recycle technology assets.
Sustainability: S3 holds the ISO 9001 certification for a quality management system; ISO 14001 certification for systematically managing its responsibilities in a way that contributes to the environmental pillar of sustainability; and ISO 45001 certification for an occupational health and safety management system, to enable a safe and healthy workplace.
Dependability: S3 has invested in its infrastructure (i.e. in 2023, it purchased another building in Springfield, Tenn., adding 78,000 square feet of warehouse space to our real estate portfolio; and in 2024, S3 acquired a new location in California), and its leadership (i.e. installing an eight-member Board of powerhouse executives who have extensive experience with scaling tech and corporate businesses.)
Community: While reducing e-waste is the company’s core business, there is a concerted effort to focus on giving back to the community and putting technology in the hands of people who are less fortunate.
Servant leadership and service permeates throughout S3, and it’s a value that is actively displayed with events and opportunities for team members to participate.
Data Security
From onsite data destruction to IT asset removal, S3 protects clients’ data and interests. S3 performs data sanitization and destruction on all data-bearing devices including but not limited to hard drives, removable flash memory, removable storage devices, and solid-state drives.
Stringent physical security controls are in place for all unwiped or undestroyed data storage devices. When a data destruction project requires onsite processes, clients can be sure that S3’s multilevel security protects their sensitive data. S3 maintains a strict chain of custody during there location of clients’ data-containing devices, and our facilities are monitored 24/7. On top of constant CCTV monitoring, our facilities have armed guards on both shifts, RFID badge access to data- sensitive areas, third party monitoring, and security gates on dock doors.
S3 is DOTmed certified, which indicates that it uses the best practices for safe and secure disposal of unwanted medical equipment. S3 has certified bio-med techs on staff and it surpasses all data-wiping standards and privacy laws. Comprehensive reporting and around-the-clock security at S3 facilities keep the firm accountable to clients and ourselves.
Emissions Reduction
One of the most important pillars of the electronics recycling industry is the ability to make a positive and lasting impact on the environment. In 2024, S3 processed more than 5M pounds of electronics and technology devices, and the company’s recycling and reuse activity prevented more than 22,581 metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) from entering the atmosphere. In the same year, S3’s energy efficiency improvements included decreased idling of the trucks that are used pick up excess electronics and technology assets from customer sites, which contributed to an overall 8 percent reduction of carbon footprint.
Awards and Certifications
As an R2v3-certified electronics recycler, S3 has gained local, regional, and national recognition for its success in the information technology asset disposition (ITAD) industry. The firm has been named by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America for three consecutive years. And the company’s culture has been recognized by the Nashville Business Journal as a Best Place to Work.
In June 2024, Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) named S3 CEO Rod McDaniel an Entrepreneur of the Year® 2024 Southeast Award winner. Entrepreneur of the Year is the preeminent competitive awards program for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. Rod was selected by an independent judging panel made up of previous award winners, leading CEOs and other business leaders. Candidates were evaluated based on their ability to create long-term value through entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to their purpose and the demonstration of growth and substantial impact, among other key indicators.
Charitable Donations and Contributions
S3’s core values are more than just words; they’ve been the driving force behind the company’s actions. As a result, S3’s commitment to generosity is evident in its work and in the community. In 2024, S3 donated more than 5,000 desktops, laptops, tablets, and medical devices to organizations globally. Whether it’s supporting local and national organizations in baseball, football, soccer, or tech, S3 is committed to making a difference.
Community Events
S3 routinely conducts community service activities to inform the local community about the benefits of recycling. The firm frequently partners with local organizations to host free, data security and e-waste drop-off events that are open to the public. Participants are guaranteed that any data on their devices is destroyed. S3 is committed to its role as a corporate citizen and is determined to continually invest in multiple activities to uphold its social responsibilities. To that end, it provides access to convenient e-waste collection opportunities so that community members can securely and responsibly dispose of their electronic devices.
S3 contributes to local and global endeavors to combat our planet’s e-waste epidemic, as well as educates the public about sustainable living practices. The S3 team consistently encourages the community to engage in the recycling process, and the firm takes great pleasure in promoting the idea that individual participation in sustainability efforts makes a difference.
Materials received at S3 e-waste collection events are reused in some capacity, whether they are recycled or sold for scrap. Most importantly, nothing ends up in a landfill. S3 offers these services in conjunction with government agencies, Chambers of Commerce, non-profit organizations,businesses and other entities.
Employee programs
S3’s growth and leadership in the electronics recycling industry has made it an attractive workplace for top talent. S3 offers competitive wages and benefits, professional development for employees, and opportunities for long-term career paths.
Benefits Provided To The S3 Workforce:
- 100 percent coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
- Holiday pay and paid time off for salaried and hourly employees
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program providing help with costs for therapy and counseling
- Work programs for students with Autism
One of S3’s greatest attributes is that it is a culturally diverse team. In order to have the most talented team, S3 leadership believes in creating an organization that is a welcoming place for everyone regardless of gender, ethnic background, religious affiliation, disabilities, or other areas of diversity. S3 is certified nationally and by the State of Tennessee as a minority-owned business.
