Buffalo, NY - A new group of Canisius University alumni has been named to Business First’s annual 40 Under 40 list, continuing a strong tradition of leadership, service and professional excellence among graduates of the university. The recognition celebrates young professionals who are making a significant impact across Western New York - in their careers and their communities.
This year’s six honorees underscore the broad reach and influence of the Canisius alumni network across industries from education and energy to health care and philanthropy. The Canisius alumni named to this year’s 40 Under 40 list are:
• Ashley Coder MS ’15, director of development for Buffalo Prep;
• Darcy Connors MBA ’20, senior manager of transformation logistics for Rich Products;
• Natalie Fischer ’09, director of investor relations at National Fuel Gas Co.;
• Jonathan McGrath MS ’11, assistant director for the P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative;
• Ellen Musialowski ’08, chief financial officer for the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo; and
• Gregory Straus ’08, owner and licensed real estate broker for 716 Realty Group.
"Each of these individuals reflects the kind of purposeful, community-focused leadership that a Canisius education cultivates," said Lauren Orlowski, director of alumni and constituent engagement. "We congratulate them on this well-deserved recognition, celebrate their achievements, and look forward to watching them drive meaningful change in their professions and in our community."
Canisius was founded in 1870 in Buffalo, NY, and is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the U.S. Consistently ranked among the top institutions in the Northeast, Canisius offers undergraduate, graduate and pre-professional programs distinguished by close student-faculty collaboration, mentoring and an emphasis on ethical, purpose-driven leadership.
