The Eastern Company announced that its Board of Directors has named Nicholas ("Nick") Vlahos as its Chief Financial Officer to succeed Peter O'Hara, who has resigned effective February 3, 2023 to pursue other opportunities. Mr. Vlahos, 41, joined Eastern in 2017 as Treasurer, and since 2022 has served as Vice President of Finance, Treasurer and Secretary of the Company. Mr. Vlahos earlier served as Director of Finance, Accounting and Human Resources at Fischer Technology Inc. He earned an MBA and a BA from Central Connecticut State University.

Mr. Vlahos' appointment is effective as of the close of business February 3, 2023.