top of page
Image by Manuel

WE ARE ON A MISSION TO REVOLUTIONIZE THE ELECTRONICS RECYCLING INDUSTRY.

About Us

Driven by a dedication to circularity and a sustainable future, Early Upgrade is at the forefront of responsible electronics recycling. 


Since our establishment in 2009, we've emerged as a prominent leader in the secondary lifecycle of mobile devices, components & consumer electronics. Our expertise lies in value-add forward distribution, parts reclamation, refurbishment & IT asset disposition. 

We take pride in delivering innovative, top-quality services that prioritizing maximizing value as well as the potential for reuse & refurbishment, while reducing the amount of e-waste that follows traditional, emissions-intensive e-scrap pathways such as smelting & shredding. 

 

With a global reach, we proudly serve ITAD organizations, Recyclers, Mobile Phone industries,  trade-in programs, wholesale & e-tail customers, Data destruction industries, Freight & 3PL, MFG's and Government Agencies. Our 95,000 SF, R2v3 & NAID AAA certified headquarters in Jacksonville, FL serves as the heart of our operations 


By choosing Early Upgrade, you become a partner in shaping a more eco-friendly & conscientious electronics industry. Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment & contribute to a greener, more sustainable future for all. 

circuit graphic.png

LEADERSHIP TEAM

MICHAEL KOUFOS

Co-Founder

President

Simon.png

SIMON

LEVIN

Co-Founder

CEO

Rodel_edited.png

Chief Strategy Officer

RODEL

LUMANOG

DANIELA

REHRIG

Chiel Financial Officer

KAT

ATTAWAY

Consultant

ROWDY

GRIFFIN

Chief Operating Officer

Our Values

We are on a mission to revolutionize the electronics recycling industry by prioritizing
ci
rcularity & sustain
ability.

Water Ripple

      INTEGRITY     

Dark Rocks

We strive to foster a diverse & equitable environment working culture & put high value on open communication & ethical decision making.

At Early Upgrade, we believe that transparency is key to building strong relationships & exceptional service throughout your electronics recycling journey. 

To learn more about the services we offer:

Sustainability background.png

 SUSTAINABILITY 

Dark Rocks

Sustainability is a journey & a shared commitment. That's why we provide innovative solutions that divert e-waste from traditional, emissions-intensive pathways such as shredding and smelting. By focusing on maximizing the potential for reusing & refurbishing devices, we're able to work with our customers to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. 

Want to know more about Sustainability at Early Upgrade?

All Hands In

   TEAMWORK   

Dark Rocks

We are better when we work together. 

We prioritize empower our teams to collaborate & innovate fearlessly, allowing us to continually improve our processes & services while prioritizing value creation, sustainability & our customers needs. 

Want to join our team? Check out our Jobs page.

calcnobkgd.png

How much carbon can you save recycling the Early Upgrade way?

bottom of page