LONGWOOD, FL — May 27, 2026 —Waste Pro proudly announces that Emily Brennan Moran, Public Sector Communications Manager, has been honored as a 2026 recipient of the prestigious Waste360 40 Under 40 Award, recognizing her as a promising leader shaping the future of the waste and recycling industry. The 10th annual Waste360 40 Under 40 Award recognizes rising stars and young professionals and honors inspiring and innovative leaders under 40 who have made significant contributions through excellence in waste, recycling, food waste, and organics.
Since joining Waste Pro, Emily has made a meaningful impact on the company’s municipal growth strategy. She led the development and implementation of a comprehensive, streamlined RFP process, introducing a robust library of standardized materials that has elevated the quality, consistency, and competitiveness of proposals across the organization. Her leadership has strengthened Waste Pro’s ability to expand and improve municipal and corporate partnerships across its growing footprint.
In addition to her process innovations, Emily has played a key role in training and mentoring the Municipal Marketing team, equipping colleagues with the tools and confidence needed to excel in bid writing and strategic communications. Her leadership extends beyond proposals, contributing to contract management, proactive customer outreach, and the reinforcement of Waste Pro’s brand through clear, impactful messaging.
Emily joins a distinguished group of Waste Pro team members whom Waste360 has previously recognized. Over the past several years, eight other Waste Pro employees have earned this honor, including President and CEO Sean Jennings, who received the recognition in 2018, and Emily’s manager, Director of Communications Tracy Meehan. Other recipients include Vice President of Post Collections, Mike Fernandez; Regional Vice President Chris Lockwood; and Corporate Compliance Manager Samantha Barriero.
“Emily’s recognition as a Waste360 40 Under 40 honoree reflects her exceptional leadership, creativity, and dedication to advancing Waste Pro’s mission,” said Tracy Meehan. “Her ability to develop innovative solutions, strengthen collaboration, and communicate with clarity has made a tremendous impact across our organization and positioned her as a respected leader within the industry.”
Before joining Waste Pro, Emily built a distinguished academic career, serving as a professor at George Mason University and, as a graduate student, teaching at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of Central Florida. Holding both a doctorate and a master’s degree, Emily’s academic background reflects her dedication to excellence, continuous learning, and strategic leadership.