Jesse Kropelnicki: The New CEO Taking Verdantas to New Heights

Verdantas, a leading provider of sustainable infrastructure engineering and planning services, has announced the appointment of Jesse Kropelnicki as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Kropelnicki will succeed Gerry Salontai, who has led the company with exceptional dedication and strategic foresight. This move follows a well-established succession plan and marks an exciting new chapter for Verdantas.

With over 880 employees spread across 40 offices in the US, Verdantas has built a reputation for its commitment to sustainability, resiliency, and strategic infrastructure objectives. The company specializes in offering expert engineering, planning, and environmental science services to support its clients in achieving their sustainability goals. Under Salontai's leadership, Verdantas has enjoyed remarkable growth and success, setting a strong foundation for Kropelnicki to build upon.

Gerry Salontai expressed his confidence in Kropelnicki's ability to lead Verdantas to new heights. Having served as the company's Chief Operating Officer (COO), Kropelnicki has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a deep understanding of the industry. Salontai praised Kropelnicki's contribution to the organization and his commitment to driving innovation, growth, and sustained success.

In accepting the role of CEO, Jesse Kropelnicki expressed his gratitude for the trust and confidence placed in him. He underscored his commitment to Verdantas' culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Kropelnicki's focus will be on enabling sustainability throughout the project development lifecycle and driving digital integration for both clients and employees. He believes that by building on Verdantas' already strong people-focused approach, the company will continue to thrive and achieve even greater success in the future.

Tony Brindisi, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at RTC Partners, expressed his excitement about the future of Verdantas under Kropelnicki's leadership. RTC Partners, a private equity firm, has been instrumental in supporting the growth of Verdantas. Brindisi extended his gratitude to Gerry Salontai for his exceptional leadership and strategic foresight during his tenure as CEO. RTC Partners remains committed to supporting Verdantas' growth and success under its new leadership.

Verdantas' people-focused culture sets it apart from other companies in the industry. The company places a strong emphasis on the well-being of its employees, clients, and the communities in which they operate. With a team of top scientists, engineers, and technical experts, Verdantas is well-positioned to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to its clients.

As the new CEO, Kropelnicki will continue to drive this people-focused culture and prioritize the company's commitment to its employees, clients, and communities. Verdantas is actively seeking new talent across all disciplines and is also open to exploring partnerships and acquisitions that align with its strategic and cultural goals.

Verdantas' growth and success are a testament to its strong leadership and dedicated team. With Jesse Kropelnicki at the helm, the company is poised to achieve even greater milestones and create lasting value for its clients, employees, and shareholders. The future looks promising for Verdantas as it continues to lead the way in sustainable infrastructure engineering and planning.