Jesse Kropelnicki

Jesse Kropelnicki, PE has a diverse and extensive work history. Jesse is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Verdantas, a sustainable engineering and environmental services company. Prior to this role, they served as the Chief Operating Officer at Verdantas, where they led the operational team through a period of rapid growth and improved profitability.

In addition to their work at Verdantas, Jesse has also been involved in the endurance sports coaching business. Jesse founded and served as the CEO of QT2 Systems, LLC, a successful endurance sports coaching business with over 80 staff. Jesse currently holds a board member role for the company. Jesse is also the author of the book "The Endurance Training Diet & Cookbook."

Earlier in their career, Jesse held various roles at WSP USA, including Senior VP, New England District Leader, Senior VP, Chief Operating Officer - Energy, and Director of Power. Jesse oversaw operations and strategic direction in these positions, working on projects related to power generation, renewables, and transmission/distribution.

Jesse has also been involved in the triathlon industry, serving as a board member and coach committee chair at Triathlon Business International, as well as a coach educator for USA Triathlon.

Overall, Jesse Kropelnicki, PE has a strong background in executive leadership, operations management, and expertise in sustainable engineering, endurance sports coaching, and power generation.

Jesse Kropelnicki, PE has a Master of Science (MS) degree in Structural Engineering from Northeastern University, which was obtained from 2002 to 2005. Prior to that, Jesse earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil Engineering from Northeastern University, from 1997 to 2002. Jesse also completed an Executive Institute program in Leadership Training at McGill University in 2018.

In addition to academic degrees, Jesse has obtained several certifications. These include being a Certified Coach from The IRONMAN Group (obtained in 2016), a Level III Elite Level Coach from USA Triathlon (obtained in 2012), a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (obtained in 2007), a Certified Personal Trainer from the American College of Sports Medicine (obtained in 2006), and a Licensed Professional Engineer in various states including MA, AK, TX, NY, CA, RI.