As Allnorth celebrates its 30th year in business, a meaningful leadership transition marks a new chapter in our journey. Our Founder and long-serving CEO, Darby Kreitz, has made the decision to step down from his role to focus full-time on Red Leaf Pulp, a company he also founded. This move is not a retirement, but rather the next phase in Darby’s entrepreneurial path that is rooted in vision, purpose, and a continued commitment to innovation in sustainable industry.
Darby’s leadership since 1995 has shaped Allnorth into the diverse, multidisciplinary company it is today. His unwavering focus on building a strong, people-first culture and delivering exceptional service to clients has been the foundation of our growth and success. We thank Darby for his vision, his values, and the legacy he leaves. It’s a legacy that will continue to shape who we are and how we work.
The Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert (Bob) Kroeger as our new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 3, 2025.
Bob brings over 30 years of global experience in engineering and environmental consulting. He has held executive leadership positions with firms including Cardno, SWCA Environmental Consultants, and Environmental Resolutions, with a track record of driving operational excellence, employee engagement, and growth. Over the past four months, Bob has been working closely with Allnorth’s senior management team to identify opportunities for operational improvement — and many across the company have already had the chance to collaborate with him.
Bob holds a degree in marine engineering from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, along with a Master’s in Engineering and an MBA, bringing both technical depth and strategic insight to his new role.
As we look ahead, we remain grounded in our core values and excited about the future. Under Bob’s leadership, Allnorth will continue building on the strong foundation laid over the past three decades — delivering value to our clients, opportunities to our team, and positive impact to the communities we serve.
“The best teams win, and this is the best team I’ve known.”
— Darby Kreitz, Founder
Read Bob’s full leadership bio here.