Eric Casey

Eric Casey covers manufacturing and real estate for the Worcester Business Journal. He previously ran Burn After Reading, an online publication focusing on the cannabis industry. He has also formerly had freelance work published in outlets including Worcester Magazine and Different Leaf Magazine. Eric is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where he studied history and political science. He grew up in Marlborough and is currently a resident of Worcester.

40 Under Forty 2024: Margo Valdes, energy expert founded a building performance firm

Striking out on her own in 2023, she founded Athena Building Performance, an insulation contractor focusing on weatherizing existing homes.

40 Under Forty alumni: Nicole Zea, Class of 2016 – moving up the ranks at Saint-Gobain

Nicole Zea first joined French manufacturing firm Saint-Gobain in 2002 and has played an important role in the company’s Mass. presence ever since.

40 Under Forty alumni: Seth Pitts, Class of 2021 – took over Bay State Savings Bank

Since being honored as a WBJ 40 Under Forty in 2021, in-part for his work helping the business through the COVID-19 pandemic, Pitts has ascended to the top leadership at Bay State Savings Bank.

40 Under Forty 2024: Dan Joslyn, takes his family business to new heights

Before taking over Ace, a business founded by his grandfather in 1963, Dan Joslyn sought to put his criminal justice degree to good use by signing up for the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office academy.

40 Under Forty 2024: Jim Cozza, award-winning real estate broker

Rejecting the notion that Worcester is a stepping stone to working in bigger markets, Cozza has contributed to the growth of his birthplace through his involvement in $125-million worth of property sales and $150-million worth of leases.

40 Under Forty alumni: Casey Cormier, Class of 2015 – took over leadership of Worcester manufacturer

A number of 40 Under Forty alumni saw themselves receive promotions in the aftermath of receiving the award, but Cormier went straight to the top.

40 Under Forty 2024: Dominic Arsenault, plumbing and heating entrepreneur

Arsenault branched out on his own by founding Domination Plumbing & Heating in 2019. Since then, the multimillion-dollar company has grown to more than 15 employees, offering a variety of plumbing, HVAC, and heating-related services to 39 communities across Central Massachusetts.

40 Under Forty alumni: Bob Waitt, Class of 2013 – leads marketing for a global life sciences manufacturer

Waitt suffered from imposter syndrome after working his way up the corporate ladder at Albright Technologies from a part-time job to company president, but being named to WBJ’s 40 Under Forty in 2013 instilled him with confidence in his abilities as a leader in business.

40 Under Forty alumni: Kevin Shea, Class of 2001 – a hall of fame sports journalism career

Success in sports is measured in the amount of trophies won and accolades compiled. If we apply those same principles to sports journalism, it’s hard to deny that Kevin Shea has had a hall of fame career.

40 Under Forty alumni: Christina Andreoli, Class of 2008 – from tourism advocate to banking executive

Recognized as a 40 Under Forty for her work under then Worcester city manager Michael O’Brien in 2008, Andreoli referenced her mission to boost the region’s tourism sector as one of her career highlights at the time.

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