Kurt Beil is set to lead Onterris' global consulting division as the company's new executive vice president. Based in the Philadelphia area, Beil will oversee operations and strategy across North America, Australia, and beyond. He will report directly to Onterris Chief Operating Officer James Laws.
Experience in consulting and environmental strategy
Beil's appointment comes after a career spanning three decades and multiple continents. He has led environmental divisions at both GHD and Arcadis, where he shaped business strategies and managed transformation initiatives. Most recently, he served as Environment Lead for FARA Recovery, guiding corporate entities through complex liabilities. Onterris COO James Laws highlighted Beil's experience in environmental consulting, engineering, and business transformation as a perfect fit for Onterris' needs.
Transition from FARA Recovery
Beil has stepped down from his full-time role at FARA Recovery but will remain on its advisory board. This transition allows him to dedicate his attention to Onterris. At FARA Recovery, Beil advised businesses on contingent and legacy liabilities, preparing them for risk mitigation. His move to Onterris marks a shift toward environmental consulting, where he will focus on delivering solutions for clients' sustainability challenges.
Academic and professional background
Beil holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Penn State University. This technical foundation has supported his career in environmental consulting, where he has led global teams and developed innovative strategies. His leadership roles have spanned business transformation initiatives and consulting platforms across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. These experiences align with Onterris' mission to address environmental challenges through science, data, and practical expertise.
Beil emphasized that joining Onterris offers an opportunity to collaborate with skilled teams and serve clients by leveraging the company's expertise worldwide. He believes Onterris can bring its strengths to the forefront to address clients' global challenges while maintaining a commitment to environmental integrity.
Onterris has strengthened its turn-key capabilities by connecting consulting expertise with testing and laboratory services. This integration allows clients to benefit from systems thinking, using data from the edge of science to guide projects responsibly. The company's pure-play environmental offering is a key asset in delivering sustainable solutions.
As Onterris continues to advance environmental solutions, Beil's leadership experience will help shape its growth and operational excellence. His background in global consulting and business transformation positions him well to support Onterris in achieving its mission of preserving environmental integrity while promoting progress.