A major leadership change is coming to one of Erie’s largest employers. Erie Insurance President and CEO Tim NeCastro is retiring.
After three decades with the company — including 10 years leading it — Erie Insurance CEO Tim NeCastro is preparing to step down.
The Erie native has guided the Fortune 500 company through significant growth, with more than seven million active policies now in place.
In 2014, he led Erie Insurance’s expansion into Kentucky, marking its 12th state of operation and continuing the company’s steady growth strategy.
NeCastro also helped the company navigate challenges, including a cybersecurity incident in the summer of 2025 that temporarily shut down systems for about a month.
The impact of his retirement is being felt across the community. Gannon University President Dr. Walter Iwanenko reflected on NeCastro’s influence.
Iwanenko: “He’s proud of Gannon, and he served on our Board of Trustees. He helped move some initiatives forward on our campus, including the insurance lab at the I-HACK building.”
His influence also extended into the medical community, with local leaders sharing how NeCastro shaped the region.
Dr. Clark: “He’s one of the first community leaders I reached out to shortly after I started. He’s been instrumental in my own profession and a great mentor. His impact on Erie has been substantial.”
NeCastro is expected to make his retirement official at the end of the year.