“Morrison Hershfield is entering a new era as we set to deliver our next five year plan.  I am extremely pleased to have Anthony lead the firm through this next period of growth as we take on ever larger, greener, and more complex projects,” says Mr. Wilson. 

Commenting on his appointment Mr. Karakatsanis adds, “It will be a great honour and privilege to serve Morrison Hershfield and its dedicated team of Shareholders, Associates and staff.  I am committed to our vision of being ‘the first call for engineering solutions that make a difference’.  To that end, the goal at Morrison Hershfield is to continue to deliver superior solutions to our valued clients through the integration of specialized engineering and related expertise.  I am excited about the future opportunities for growth and innovation throughout North America and globally.”

Mr. Karakatsanis holds a Bachelor Engineering Science degree from the University of Western Ontario and has completed the Queen’s University Executive Program.  He joined Morrison Hershfield in 1989 as a specialist in project management.  Anthony has broad experience in the company’s service areas and most recently held the position of Senior Vice President of Infrastructure, Transportation & Environmental.  Anthony has served on the Morrison Hershfield Board of Directors since 2003 and was recently appointed to the Board of Directors for Consulting Engineers Ontario.

Founded in 1946, Morrison Hershfield is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering and professional services company. It has offices in 15 cities across North America.  The firm differentiates itself through a unique blend of people, culture and capabilities.  Its professionals and practitioners are committed to “making a difference” environmentally and socially, providing exceptional value to their clients.