Who We Are

Federal International is a private, women-owned company founded in 1914 and the parent company of business units Federal Eco Foam, Federal Recycling & Waste Solutions and Federal Foam Technologies.

With a global footprint, Federal International’s family of companies brings unique value to customers across all industries with recycling and waste management solutions; high-performing, innovative foam, fiber and plastic components for OEMs; and sustainable foam products.

Meet the Federal International Team

Claire Newton​ - President & CEO / Board Member Federal International

Claire Newton

President & CEO / Board Member
Federal International
Debby Karl - Owner / Board Member Federal International

Debby Karl

Owner / Board Member
Federal International
Diane Zenk - Owner / Board Member Federal International

Diane Zenk

Owner / Board Member
Federal International
Leslie Vetter - Dir., Nat’l Accounts & Waste Services Federal Recycling

Leslie Vetter

Director of National Accounts
Federal Recycling & Waste Solutions
Sam Still - President Federal Recycling

Sam Still

President
Federal Recycling & Waste Solutions
Todd Kidder - EVP, Sales & Marketing Federal Foam

Todd Kidder

EVP Sales & Marketing
Federal Foam Technologies
Wyman Smith - President Federal Foam

Wyman Smith

President
Federal Foam Technologies
Koen Sijsmans

Koen Sijsmans

Commercial Director
Federal Eco Foam

Our Values

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Family

We are built on a family tradition of respect for employees.

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Employees

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and promote a safe, equitable workplace that empowers people to reach their potential.

icon Our Values Diversity

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Diversity

We embrace a diverse business model and employee base to bring the most competitive solutions to our customers.

icon Our Values Environment

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Environment

We provide products and services that reduce environmental impact to create a sustainable future.

icon Our Values Relationships

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Relationships

We develop trusted relationships with our customers and suppliers to achieve collective goals and win together.

icon Our Values Authenticity

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Authenticity

We conduct business with honesty, integrity and transparency, upholding commitments made with our customers and suppliers.

icon Our Values Longevity

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Longevity

We are committed to quality and service to help ensure long-term success for our customers and suppliers.

The “One Federal” Vision Pillars

The One Federal vision is our goal to build stronger connections, enhanced transparency and improved communication across our companies. We believe it’s important our employees and customers know who we are as a total company to promote new product / service development and knowledge sharing that help us improve our overall organizational growth, processes and performance.

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Enhance cross-company collaboration and cohesiveness among business units

icon Pillars Value

Help employees feel valued and make a greater impact

icon Pillars Knowledge

Expand knowledge of our total company and its offerings to bring more solutions to customers

icon Pillars Leverage

Leverage our scale to create operational efficiencies and streamlined processes that promote growth and strengthen the company

Our Mission

Federal International, Inc. is a multi-generation family owned company committed to sustainability and limiting our personal environmental footprint. We help our customers reduce the amount of natural resources they consume to create a more circular economy.

Our Impact

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Our Footprint

Starting with humble beginnings in St. Louis, Missouri as a paper and textile recycling business, Federal International has evolved into a global company with 17 locations across two continents, and products and services found throughout the globe.

Federal Eco Foam:

Lommel, Belgium

Best, Holland

Federal Recycling:

Columbus, GA

Dallas, TX

Denver, CO

Harrisburg, PA

Houston, TX

Jefferson City, MO

San Antonio, TX

St. Louis, MO

McAllen, TX

Federal Foam Technologies:

Ellsworth, WI

New Richmond, WI

Northwood, IA

Our Footprint

Starting with humble beginnings in St. Louis, Missouri as a paper and textile recycling business, Federal International has evolved into a global company with 17 locations across two continents, and products and services found throughout the globe.

Federal Eco Foam:

Lommel, Belgium

Best, Holland

Federal Recycling:

Columbus, GA

Dallas, TX

Denver, CO

Harrisburg, PA

Houston, TX

Jefferson City, MO

San Antonio, TX

St. Louis, MO

McAllen, TX

Federal Foam Technologies:

Ellsworth, WI

New Richmond, WI

Northwood, IA

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Awards and Certifications

logo awards WBENC

Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE)

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Family Business Award

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Top 150 Private Companies

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Top Philanthropists