Company Profile

KAS is a certified Woman-owned business enterprise in Vermont and New York State. KAS was established in 2004 to provide environmental and industrial hygiene consulting services.  In 2009 KAS acquired ESPC civil and environmental engineering which primarily focuses on design, permitting, and construction management of public and private infrastructure projects. As a result of this union, KAS now offers comprehensive civil and structural engineering design services for a wide variety of civil and environmental applications, as well as industrial hygiene consulting including health and safety training and consulting, environmental consulting and asbestos testing and consulting.

Our philosophy is rooted in innovation and flexibility.  Because of our staff’s highly diverse and extensive experience, we are able to offer the right services for a wide variety projects and clients.

With offices on either side of Lake Champlain, KAS is strategically positioned to serve a broad geographical area including all of Northern New York and New England.

In addition to being a creative design team, KAS staff members have strong working relationships with several federal, state, and local agencies and departments.  This experience and the relationships developed with these agencies streamlines the permitting process for projects.  KAS prides itself on its ability to work with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders in providing creative, innovative, practical, and cost effective solutions.

Meet Our Team

Vermont Office

Amy King
Amy KingPresident

Amy has 20+ years’ experience in business management and environmental work. She is a licensed Asbestos Site Inspector in Vermont. Amy holds a BS in Business Management from Champlain College and was a member of the board of directors for the Vermont Women Business Owners Network.  When not working, Amy enjoys spending time with her three children and going to NASCAR events.
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Jeremy Roberts, P.G.
Jeremy Roberts, P.G.Environmental Program Mgr. and Principal

Jeremy has 19 years’ experience in environmental management and has been with KAS since its inception in 2004. He has completed numerous hydrogeological investigations and assisted in the design and implementation of remediation systems. Jeremy heads up KAS’ Environmental Programs and is an owner in the company since the beginning of 2018. He earned a BS from the University of Vermont in Plant and Soil Science and is a licensed Vermont Asbestos Site Inspector. Jeremy enjoys conducting outdoor activities, playing sports and spending time with his family.
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Stephen Diglio, P.E.
Stephen Diglio, P.E.Engineering Manager
Stephen has been with KAS since December 2009 as a project manager and professional engineer and now manages KAS’ civil engineering. A master’s degree graduate of Rowan University’s Civil Engineering Program, Mr. Diglio has 15+ years of design experience with a wide variety of private, municipal, state, and federal site design and infrastructure projects. Stephen’s specialties include civil and environmental engineering. Outside of KAS, Mr. Diglio also serves as water operator for his community water system and enjoys the vast outdoor recreational opportunities that Vermont offers.
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Clare Santos
Clare SantosProject Engineer
Clare joined the KAS team in 2014. She brings with her in-depth knowledge of industrial environmental compliance. Her experience includes air permitting, hazardous waste management, wastewater treatment and discharge permitting, and spill prevention and contingency planning. She also conducts Phase I and II site assessments and manages remediation projects. She earned a BS from the University of Waterloo in Environmental (Civil) Engineering in 2000. During her time off, she enjoys outdoor human-powered activities (skiing, biking, hiking, etc.) with her husband and friends.
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Toni Baitz
Toni BaitzEngineer
Toni manages petroleum contaminated sites, inspects underground storage tank closures, performs groundwater and soil sampling, and prepares technical reports. Toni is also KAS’ Quality Assurance Officer for Brownfield Environmental Assessment projects and performs data validation. She graduated from Vermont Technical College with a Bachelor’s of Science in Sustainable Design Technology. In her spare time Toni enjoys hiking, motorcycle riding, and spend time with family and friends.
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Riley Hebert
Riley HebertJunior Engineer

Riley graduated from the University of Vermont in 2022 with a BS in Environmental (Civil) Engineering. Riley joined KAS in August 2022 as a Junior Engineer. Riley works on site design, permitting, modeling, and stormwater management of various private and commercial sites. When outside of work Riley enjoys running, snowboarding, and sightseeing/travel.

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Craig Cameron
Craig CameronStaff Scientist/Technician

Craig joined KAS in September 2023 as a Staff Scientist. He holds a BS in Environmental Science from the University of Vermont. He manages petroleum contaminated sites, performs groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and prepares technical reports. When not at work, Craig enjoys skiing, backpacking, and kayaking with friends and family.

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Leah Amerine
Leah AmerineStaff Scientist

Leah joined KAS in September 2023 as a Staff Scientist. She holds a BS in Environmental Science from the University of Vermont. Leah is responsible for managing sites contaminated by petroleum, performing groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and preparing environmental reports and reviews. Outside of work, Leah loves exploring the outdoors through skiing, hiking, biking, and camping. She also enjoys listening to podcasts and crocheting.

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Ella Weigel
Ella WeigelStaff Scientist

Ella joined KAS in November 2023 as a Staff Scientist. She holds a BS in Environmental Science with a concentration in Ecological Design from the University of Vermont. Ella manages petroleum-contaminated sites, performs groundwater and soil sampling, provides drilling oversight, and prepares technical reports. Outside of work, Ella enjoys cooking, roller skating, and photography.

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Logan White
Logan WhiteStaff Scientist

Logan joined KAS in September 2023 as a Staff Scientist. He graduated from the University of Vermont with a BS in Environmental Science and Minor in Geospatial Technologies. Logan is responsible for managing petroleum contaminated sites, performing groundwater and soil sampling, drilling and soil removal oversight, and preparing technical reports. Outside of work, Logan enjoys exploring nature through hiking, backpacking, and camping.

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Zoe Rappaport
Zoe RappaportStaff Scientist

Zoe joined KAS in September 2024 as a Staff Scientist. She graduated from the University of Vermont with a BS in Environmental Studies. She is responsible for managing Brownfield Environmental Assessment projects and sites contaminated by petroleum, along with performing groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and preparing environmental reports. Outside of work, Zoe enjoys hiking, camping, and rock climbing.

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Wyatt Rollins
Wyatt RollinsEnvironmental Technician

Wyatt joined KAS in September 2023 as an Environmental Technician. He holds a BS in Geology from Westminster College. Wyatt is responsible for groundwater, soil, and air sampling at contaminated sites. In addition, he assists with drilling operations along with well installation, maintenance, and abandonment. Outside of work Wyatt enjoys mountain biking and cross-country skiing.

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New York Office

Aaron Roth
Aaron RothPlattsburgh Branch Manager, Asbestos, Mold Inspector, and Environmental Professional

Aaron has 20 years of environmental consulting experience in due diligence, asbestos, lead-based paint, indoor air quality assessments and soil/groundwater investigations. He is a certified Asbestos Inspector/Management Planner in New York State and Vermont and licensed Mold Inspector in New York. When not working, Aaron enjoys spending time with his kids (Quinn and Cassidy) and wife (Maria) hiking, skiing and playing in the Adirondacks.
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Diane Beane-Hammond
Diane Beane-HammondOperations Manager, New York Branch
Diane is responsible for day to day operations management of KAS’ New York office including scheduling and organizing, proposal/work plan/cost estimating, and general office administration. She maintains equipment and supplies as well as staff and corporate licensing/certification records. Outside of work, Diane enjoys spending time with family and friends (four-legged as well).
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Tyler Bosley
Tyler BosleyEnvironmental Scientist
Tyler joined KAS in December of 2017 as an Environmental Technician. He holds a BA in Ecology from Sterling College, and also spent time at the University of Vermont. He is a New York State certified Asbestos Air Technician/Project Monitor, OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Trained, and has previous experience with conservation and environmental projects. When not at work, Tyler enjoys playing and writing music, hiking, snowboarding, painting, and woodworking.
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Alex Price
Alex PriceEnvironmental Technician
Alex joined KAS in 2019 as an Environmental Technician. He holds a BA in Environmental Science from Plattsburgh State University. He is a New York State certified Asbestos Air Technician/Project Monitor, OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Trained, and has previous experience studying and executing New York Department of Environmental Conservation and Lake Champlain Basin Program projects involving lake ecology and other areas. When not at work, Alex enjoys fishing, and spending time with friends and family.
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Stephanie Boucher
Stephanie BoucherEnvironmental Technician
Stephanie joined KAS in 2019 as an Environmental Technician. She holds a BS in Environmental Science from Plattsburgh State University. She is a New York State certified Asbestos Air Technician/Project Monitor and has previous experience studying Forest Ecology and Wildlife Ecology with special projects involving microhabitats of small mammals impact community composition and ecosystem functionality. When not at work, Stephanie enjoys hiking, running, disc golf and other outdoor activities with friends and family.
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