The awards recognize rising stars in the waste, recycling and organics industries
NEW YORK CITY, June 11, 2026 – Interstate Waste Services, Inc. (“IWS”) is proud to announce that Brian Moran, Director of Contract Compliance, has been named to Waste360’s 2026 40 Under 40 Awards list. This honor highlights young professionals who have made meaningful contributions to the waste, recycling, and organics industries.
Brian began his career with Interstate Waste Services (IWS) as a project coordinator shortly after graduating from Rutgers University and has progressed through roles in project and program management. Today, he serves as Director of Compliance for the New York City Commercial Waste Zones (CWZ) program.
In this role, Brian partners closely with market, functional, and executive leadership to scale operations at Action Carting, an Interstate Waste Services (IWS) company, in response to evolving regulatory requirements, market dynamics, workforce growth, and community needs. Brian’s work is central to ensuring program readiness, which includes supporting strategic investments in infrastructure, technology, and people. He is responsible for monitoring progress and reporting on key milestones across all functions to support a seamless and compliant transition under the CWZ program.
“I’m honored to be included in this year’s 40 Under 40,” said Brian Moran. “Since joining the company in 2020, I’ve been fortunate to learn from a host of talented industry leaders, and this humbling acknowledgement can be attributed to these leaders’ generous lessons and inspiring appetite for innovation. Action/IWS’ commitment to the success of NYC’s CWZ Program has afforded me tremendous opportunities for personal and professional growth, and I’m excited to continue applying ingenuity within such an essential industry.”
“Brian has been instrumental in driving our success as we implement the Commercial Waste Zones program,” said Josh Haraf, Vice President of NYC Market. “His ability to navigate complex requirements while keeping our teams on track and focused sets him apart. This truly reflects the impact he’s had, not only here at IWS, but across the industry.”
Action Carting’s designation as an authorized hauler across 15 Commercial Waste Zones reflects the company’s expertise and commitment to meeting the city’s evolving standards. Brian’s leadership has played a critical role in helping secure this position, ensuring readiness across all aspects of the program. As implementation continues, Action remains focused on driving operational excellence, maintaining the highest levels of compliance, and delivering meaningful community impact for its customers.