Geneva, Illinois, United States, June 2025 – Metiri Group, a nationally recognized leader in environmental testing solutions, has announced the appointment of Julie R. Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Smith, who had been serving as interim CEO since October 2024, succeeds Cabot Earle, who now transitions to the role of Founder & Chief Strategy Officer, focusing on the company’s M&A strategy.
Smith’s appointment finalizes the executive leadership team at Metiri Group, joining Ronald Markle, Chief Financial Officer, and Sally Cummins, Chief Commercial Officer, positioning the company for the next phase of growth and transformation. Smith will lead the organization as it unites the expertise of its legacy laboratory brands and innovates how laboratories and companies collaborate.
Reflecting on her appointment, Julie R. Smith stated:
“I’m honored and excited to be part of Metiri Group’s evolution as a breakout environmental testing partner. This new chapter is all about helping our clients succeed. Our clients need a trusted partner who acts as an extension of their team and anticipates what’s ahead. Metiri Group is ready to deliver the data and insights they need to protect communities, comply with evolving regulations and lead with confidence.”
In her new role, Smith will focus on deepening trust with clients, empowering Metiri Group’s teams to deliver consistent, high-quality service, and leading strategic initiatives across both organic and M&A growth.
She added:
“This is a defining moment for Metiri Group. We have a capable and energized team that is ready to align strategy and execution, drive strong organic and M&A growth and define a compelling client experience that goes beyond the transactional interactions that can be common in our industry.”
Julie R. Smith brings a wealth of leadership experience from her roles at Homewatch CareGivers, Lincoln Educational Services, and The Princeton Review, where she focused on building high-performance teams and enhancing external engagement and operational outcomes.
Welcoming her to the role, Eddie Sigman, investor at Goldman Sachs Alternatives and board member of Metiri Group, said:
“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am excited to welcome Julie as CEO of Metiri Group. Julie is a savvy business leader with a track record of success in multi-site service companies. She has already demonstrated strong momentum at Metiri Group building upon our national network of laboratories and assembling a cohesive, high-performing team with the expertise and flexibility needed to deliver exceptional service to our clients both locally and nationwide.”
About Metiri Group
Metiri Group is a U.S.-based environmental testing laboratory specializing in air, water, and soil analysis. The company is known for its deep expertise in PFAS, TO-15, Incremental Sampling, and wastewater treatment facilities analysis. Metiri Group’s accredited labs and expert team deliver rapid, reliable, and actionable data to support informed decision-making across government, industrial, and consulting sectors. Committed to scientific integrity, quick turnaround times, and responsive service, Metiri Group plays a crucial role in shaping environmental safety and compliance nationwide.
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