Since 2001, Mill City Environmental (MCE), a licensed, minority-owned, full service environmental firm has provided clients with comprehensive solutions for waste management, disposal, and site remediation & restoration projects.
Brian Chapman, president, started MCE as a waste management company specializing in assessment, management, and disposal of hazardous waste. MCE has grown to offer a complete range of the environmental solutions, including asbestos abatement.
Mr. Chapman’s core business values and the principles that govern MCE are honesty and hard work. He applies this philosophy to all aspects of his business, whether in dealing with clients, prospective customers, partners, associates and/or employees.
Today, MCE is a thriving, award winning small business with 46 employees serving the federal, commercial and private sector, in 17 states throughout the New England, Mid Atlantic, South and Southwestern territories.
Brian’s entrepreneurial spirit encompasses: a passion for preserving the environment and for supporting his beloved Lowell community, a positive can-do attitude, a commitment to servicing his customers’ needs – whether large or small – Brian and his team will get the job done right, a successful work-life balance that considers the needs of his family, his employees and their families. Most importantly, Brian’s entrepreneurial spirit can be seen through his leadership qualities. He is a charismatic, ethical, fair leader who brings integrity, compassion, and enthusiasm to the day-to-day aspects of MCE’s operation and as such inspires his employees, customers and partners to deliver their best.
In addition to running a multi-million dollar operation, Brian is very active in the Lowell/Merrimack Valley community. His various contributions include:
- Board of Trustees, Greater Lowell Boys & Girls Club – Brian and MCE provide financial support and pro-bono services
- Board of Director’s member of the Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust – Brian & MCE provide financial support and volunteer work; key sponsor to local environmental film series and the Summer Environmental Program
- Board of Trustees of the Collegiate Charter School of Lowell – Brian is dedicated to ensuring all students of the start-up charter school become eligible for a college education
- Trustees of the Ayer Home Board Member
- Board of Trustees of Lowell Cemetery
- Board of Directors of Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank
- Board of Governors of Lowell General Hospital, Circle Health
- Board of Director’s Greater Lowell Community Foundation – investment committee; financial support
- Lowell Athletic and Activities Foundation
- MCE supports the Lowell Police and Fire Fighter Unions
- Member of SAME Small Business Committee
- City of Lowell – Winterfest Fundraising Committee Member
- Lowell High School – Distinguished Alumni Award Committee