Ted Strzelecki, 39
Chairman & CEO
Solar Wolf Energy Inc., Douglas
Residence: Barre
Birthplace: Worcester
School: Blackstone Valley Tech High School
At Solar Wolf, the results of Strzelecki’s leadership speak for themselves. The solar company has been helping homeowners go green and save on their electric bill for four years, and the company has grown into a nationally recognized firm taking in more than $50 million over that time, even as the solar boom begins to taper off. The company started in a makeshift desk in a closet now employs more than 100 and operates in almost two dozen states with no outside investors. Solar Wolf has expanded both its building footprint and service area. Strzelecki in June opened a new 20,000-square-foot headquarters in Douglas, which became the firm’s third building in Massachusetts along with sites in Millbury and Marlborough. In late July, the company was looking to hire an additional 30 installers and electricians in Connecticut alone as business grows. Strzelecki’s career wasn’t always in the solar energy field. As a younger adult, Strzelecki spent 10 years as a Millbury firefighter, and he is still involved with his former career. Each year, his company donates to the fire and police departments, and installed a free solar system for a Purple Heart veteran. Strzelecki and Solar Wolf organize a sock drive to local homeless shelters every quarter. – Profile written by Zachary Comeau
If could live anywhere in the world for one month, where would it be? Honestly, right where I am.
What’s the hidden gem of Central Massachusetts? Shrewsbury Street in Worcester
What are you proudest of? My family and my work. It’s obvious, isn’t it? They’re incredible!
Whose career do you most want to emulate? I’m not big on following or mirroring others.
