Dan Osman is a seasoned youth development professional with over two decades of experience in summer camps, serving as a camper, counselor, and director. Renowned as a leading expert in creating impactful camp experiences, he has been the Director of Development at Camp Ta-Kum-Ta in South Hero, Vermont, where he leverages his expertise to enhance programs for children with cancer and their families. Osman’s career also includes leadership at Camp Daybreak, supporting campers with social, emotional, and behavioral needs, and advocacy for mental health and addiction recovery, earning him recognition on regional, national, and international platforms. His ability to connect with individuals and communities has made him a transformative figure in youth programming.

Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, located in South Hero, Vermont, has been a beacon of hope for over 30 years, offering year-round, transformative experiences for children who have or have had cancer, along with their families, from Vermont, Northern New York, and beyond. Providing a safe, loving environment, the camp delivers challenging activities that foster resilience, joy, and connection, all at no cost to participants. With a mission to create lasting memories and empower young cancer survivors, Camp Ta-Kum-Ta relies on dedicated staff like Dan Osman to sustain its impactful programs, ensuring every child can experience the magic of camp.

Myers Container Service Corp. is the area's most reliable in garbage removal and recycling services. We are a locally owned company with 12 years of industry experience.

Every week here on the Trash Talking and Giving Back Podcast, we highlight local heroes and organizations that are doing great work in our community.

Rob Coburn is a Sales Representative at Myers Container Service Corp. in Winooski, Vermont, where he leverages his networking skills to grow the company’s commercial and residential client base. With two years at Myers, Rob brings experience from retail management and 14 years as a Case Manager and Crisis Worker in Vermont’s social services, excelling in customer relations and community engagement.

At Myers, a locally owned waste management and recycling firm with nearly 30 years of experience, Rob supports sustainable practices and zero-waste goals. His commitment to service, rooted in his social work background, aligns with Myers’ community involvement in local charities, making him a key contributor to the company’s mission in Northern Vermont.

Myers Container Service Corp. is the area's most reliable in garbage removal and recycling services. We are a locally owned company with 12 years of industry experience. Every week here on the Trash Talking and Giving Back Podcast, we highlight local heroes and organizations that are doing great work in our community.

As Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Burlington, Tanya Benosky is dedicated to empowering youth through education, mentorship, and community support. With a background as a CPA and prior roles at Harvard University and McSoley McCoy & Co., she joined the Club in 2008, rising from Finance Director to her current leadership position. 

Tanya’s commitment to creating safe, nurturing environments has led to significant achievements, such as securing a $50,000 Lowe’s renovation grant and distributing $100,000 in scholarships to support Club members’ college aspirations.

Myers Container Service Corp. is the area's most reliable in garbage removal and recycling services. We are a locally owned company with 12 years of industry experience.
Every week here on the Trash Talking and Giving Back Podcast, we highlight local heroes and organizations that are doing great work in our community.

Erin talks with Joe about how he got started with Myers Container and how they serve the community.

Myers Container Service Corp. is the area's most reliable in garbage removal and recycling services. We are a locally owned company with 12 years of industry experience.

Every week here on the Trash Talking and Giving Back Podcast, hosts Erin Cofiell-Barker and Joe Sinagra highlight local heroes and organizations that are doing great work in our community.

Kristine Bickford joins us to talk about some of the amazing things happening at the Ronald McDonald House.

"The Ronald McDonald House of Burlington is a historic home located in downtown Burlington. The house is the cornerstone of RMHC Burlington’s trio of programs, and is equipped with twelve rooms. Our guests arrive with so much unknown, and we strive to provide them with a warm bed, meals, access to amenities and the comfort of being just a mile from their child staying at the UVM Children’s Hospital. RMHC Burlington also supports the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, providing free dental care to underserved Vermont children and expecting mothers as well as the Ronald McDonald House Family Room on the pediatric floor of the hospital."

Myers Container Service Corp. is the area's most reliable in garbage removal and recycling services. We are a locally owned company with 12 years of industry experience.

Every week here on the Trash Talking and Giving Back Podcast, hosts Erin Cofiell-Barker and Joe Sinagra highlight local heroes and organizations that are doing great work in our community.