Ready to talk trash? Join ECPRO on September 8, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce for an engaging Lunch & Learn featuring Doug Rainer, senior account executive for the public sector at WM (Waste Management). Doug will present “Trash Talk: Breaking Down Waste Management’s Campaign to Increase Recycling in Okaloosa County,” offering an inside look at the campaign’s strategy, messaging and community impact.
Whether you work in public relations, communications, marketing—or simply want to sharpen your professional skills—this is a great opportunity to learn from an industry leader, gain fresh insights and connect with fellow professionals across the Emerald Coast.
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The event will be held in the meeting room at the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Advance ticket sales end on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 11:55 p.m., but you can still attend the Lunch & Learn as a walk-in! Please note that lunch is not guaranteed, and payment will be collected at the door. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, network, and invest in your professional growth—reserve your seat today!
Ticket prices: Meeting Sponsor is $100; Guests (those who are not currently members of ECPRO) are $40; and ECPRO Members (dues paid) are $25.
Speaker Bio
Doug Rainer, Senior Account Executive, Waste Management
Doug Rainer is the Public Sector Solutions Representative for Waste Management (WM) in the Florida Panhandle.
He joined the WM team in February 2022 and is responsible for providing solid waste solutions for municipal and county governments in the Panhandle by building and maintaining relationships with local officials.
He has more than 23 years of experience in corporate and municipal communication and public relations, working for a public relations firm in Nashville, a development company, the cities of Destin and Fort Walton Beach, and WM.
Doug lives in Niceville with his wife, Stephanie, and their two children, Hayden and Linley.