Corporate Governance
N-Viro International has also put in place rigorous policies and reporting procedures as part of its corporate governance program. This organization provides structure and direction and encourages value creation through innovation and development.
Our principles of good corporate governance provide a system by which the firm is directed and managed. This section of our web site lists the principles by which the Board of Directors serve to ensure the company maintains its hard-earned reputation for integrity.
NVIC Code of Ethics -
Best Practices
- We have a solid foundation for management oversight
- Our board structure encourages value creation for the firm
- We promote ethical and responsible decision-making
- We safeguard integrity in financial reporting
- Our disclosure is timely and balanced
Board of Directors
James H. Hartung, Chairman of the Board
Class II Director since 2006
Member of Compensation and Nominating Committee
Mr. Hartung is Chairman of the Board/Executive Vice-President at Seasnake World Wide Marketing, LLC and the former President and Chief Executive Officer of the Toledo-Lucas County (Ohio) Port Authority, a position he held from 1994 until 2008. Mr. Hartung has served as our director since January 2006 and is a member of the Board's Compensation and Nominating Committees. Mr. Hartung has several years experience as a businessman, as an organizational leader and community organizer, and in dealings with local government and related agencies that enable him to bring valuable insights to the Board.
Timothy R. Kasmoch, President and Chief Executive Officer
Class II Director since 2006
Member of the Finance Committee and Chair of the Technology Committee
Mr. Kasmoch has been our President and Chief Executive Officer since February 2006 and a director since January 2006. Until April 1, 2007, Mr. Kasmoch was Vice President of a U. S. soil management company and President of a privately held mining company in Canada. Mr. Kasmoch has extensive experience in the soil management business as well as a knowledge of transportation, logistics and operations. He is a member of the Board’s Finance and Technology Committees and he possesses a thorough understanding of business finance. His strength is in strategic planning and has a broad, fundamental understanding of the business drivers affecting us. He is the only “insider” on the Board.
Thomas L. Kovacik, Board Member
Class II Director since 2006
Member of the Technology Committee and Chair of the Compensation Committee
Mr. Kovacik is presently employed as the Executive Director of Transportation Advocacy Group of Northwest Ohio (TAGNO), a strategic planning organization working with local and Ohio transportation and economic development officials. N-Viro International Corp previously employed Mr. Kovacik from 1992 to 1995 as President of Great Lakes N-Viro, at the time one of our divisions. Mr. Kovacik has also held various positions with local government, including Chief Operating Officer and Safety Director for the City of Toledo, utilities, environmental companies and earned a masters degree from Bowling Green State University in Geochemistry. Mr. Kovacik has served as our director since December 2006, and is a member of the Board’s Compensation and Technology Committees. Mr. Kovacik has experience in the environmental, government and utilities industries, and his prior position with us as a divisional president. His strength in strategic planning and transactional experience offers a unique perspective to the Board.
Joseph H. Scheib, Board Member
Class I Director since 2004
Member of the Finance Committee and Chair of the Audit and Nominating Committees
Mr. Scheib is currently the Controller for Verity Investments, Inc., a registered investment advisor and broker dealer. Previously, he served as the Chief Financial Officer of Broad Street Software Group, a comprehensive software technology company located in Edenton, North Carolina, from June 2003 until November 2010. From May 2000 until February 2003, Mr. Scheib was the Financial Operation Principal/Compliance Officer of Triangle Securities, LLC of Raleigh, North Carolina, an asset management, brokerage and investment banking firm. Mr. Scheib is a graduate of East Carolina University with a degree in accounting. Mr. Scheib has served as our director since December 2004, and is a member of the Board’s Audit, Finance and Nomination Committees. Mr. Scheib possesses strong financial and asset management experience and serves the Company in a financial oversight role as the Chair of the Audit Committee. Given his extensive knowledge and experience in finance, Mr. Scheib has been determined to be an audit committee financial expert by the board.
Mark D. Hagans, Board Member
Class I Director since 2006
Member of the Audit and Technology Committees and Chair of the Finance Committee
Mr. Hagans is an attorney and partner with the law firm of Plassman, Rupp, Short & Hagans, of Archbold, Ohio, and his practice focuses on corporation, taxation and banking law. Mr. Hagans serves on numerous Boards of directors, including the Fulton County Health Center, where he is presently the Treasurer and chair of the Finance Committee. Mr. Hagans earned his law degree from the University of Toledo and has served as our director since December 2006. He is a member of the Board's Audit, Finance and Technology Committees. Mr. Hagans experience as an attorney and businessman enables him to bring valuable resources to the Board.
Carl Richard, Board Member
Class I Director since 2004
Member of the Nominating Committee
Mr. Richard is the former Executive Vice-President of P.R. Transportation, a trucking company located in Toledo, Ohio, and was a consultant to us from January 2006 to April 2007. Mr. Richard served as Vice-President of C.A. Transportation from 1988 through 2000 and as Vice-President of R.O.S.S. Investments, a real estate holding company, from 1980 through 2000. Mr. Richard has served as our director since December 2004 and is a member of the Board’s Nominating Committee. Mr. Richard’s has extensive experience in the transportation and trucking industry.