Todd Liebert transitioned to a Senior Advisor role August 1; Chris Colby stepping in to lead CPL while the company conducts a search for its next chief executive

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CPL announced a planned leadership transition designed to support the firm's continued growth and long-term strategic vision. Effective August 1, Todd Liebert transitioned from his role as Chief Executive Officer to serve as Senior Advisor through his planned retirement at the end of 2026. In this advisory role, Liebert will continue to support the firm's leadership team, strategic initiatives, client relationships, and executive transition.

The CPL Board of Directors has initiated a formal search for the firm's next Chief Executive Officer. CPL President, Chris Colby, has assumed day-to-day leadership of the organization, ensuring continuity for employees, clients, and partners while the Board conducts a comprehensive executive search.

During Liebert's 32-year tenure, CPL expanded its national footprint, strengthened its multidisciplinary expertise, advanced innovation across the firm, and built a strong platform for future growth. This leadership transition marks the next chapter in the firm's long-term strategic journey and reflects the Board's commitment to ensuring continuity, stability, and continued success while positioning the firm for the future.

"Leading CPL has been one of the greatest privileges of my career," said Todd Liebert. "I am incredibly proud of what our people have accomplished together and the culture we have built. As I transition into this next chapter, I remain fully committed to supporting the firm and ensuring a smooth leadership transition. CPL's future is exceptionally bright."

Chris Colby added, "CPL has tremendous momentum because of our people, our clients, and the values that have guided this firm for generations. I am honored to lead the organization during this transition and look forward to continuing to deliver exceptional service while building on the strong foundation Todd and our leadership team have established."

The Board's CEO search will focus on identifying a leader who aligns with CPL's values and culture, and has the strategic vision, industry expertise, and leadership capabilities to guide the firm's next phase of growth and national expansion.

About CPL
Founded in 1975, CPL is a 500+ person multi-disciplined architecture, engineering and planning firm offering inspiring design services and enriching communities in 25 cities across 8 states. The firm specializes in the Community & Culture, Healthcare, Higher Education, Infrastructure and K-12 Education market sectors – providing architectural, interior design, civil engineering, buildings and structural engineering, planning, landscape architecture and 3D/virtual design services to a host of public and private clients. Visit www.CPLteam.com to learn more.

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