Apex Companies Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer, Shawn Doherty

Apex Companies, LLC is proud to announce the appointment of Shawn Doherty as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Shawn brings more than 30 years of experience in environmental and sustainability consulting, with a career that spans from field hydrogeologist to trusted C-suite advisor. He has deep expertise in ESG advisory across key sectors including oil and gas, power, chemical, and mining.

A former track and field athlete, Shawn applies the same competitive spirit and discipline to his professional pursuits. He has led successful high-growth initiatives across multiple continents, managed business turnarounds, and guided organizations through complex transitions. Career highlights include developing a global commercial strategy that nearly doubled top-line revenue and leading digital transformation initiatives, including the development of a market-leading EMIS implementation service line.

Known for his customer-centric leadership style and focus on innovation, Shawn empowers teams to drive results and embrace continuous improvement. He is committed to preserving Apex’s agile, entrepreneurial culture while advancing sustainable growth and long-term value in today’s evolving ESG landscape.

Shawn holds a bachelor’s degree in Geology from Texas Christian University, an M.S. in Earth and Space Science from UCLA, and an Advanced Management Program certification from The Wharton School. He also serves on the board of LVTRise, a nonprofit in Fort Worth, Texas, following its integration with a nonprofit he co-founded in 2017.

Shawn and his wife, Kelli, reside in Texas with their boxer, Ruby, and enjoy spending time with their son and young family.

About Apex Companies, LLC
Established in 1988, Apex is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering services firm with a robust portfolio of capabilities in water, environmental, health and safety, construction management, transportation, compliance and assurance, survey, and infrastructure. Rated #12 as an ENR All-Environmental firm and #58 in the top 200 overall, the firm is known for its technical expertise, rapid response, operational integrity, and exceptional client satisfaction. Apex operates in all fifty states and maintains a highly capable and diverse team of engineers, planners, scientists, geologists, health and safety experts, ESG consultants, surveyors, and field technicians.