Peter Card Chatel, was born September 25, 1956, in Glens Falls, NY as the youngest son of Robert K. Chatel, Sr. and Annella Chatel. From his start at Margaret M. Murphy Elementary School, through Hudson Falls Junior and Senior High Schools, Peter was greatly influenced by his father, who was his high school chemistry teacher. Peter’s experience in his father’s Science Seminar spurred his interest in environmental studies. Peter’s mother, Annella, also contributed significantly to his education as his preschool teacher and math tutor.
Peter was a well-rounded student, actively participating in numerous extracurricular activities including choir, Choraliers, band, orchestra, chess club, soccer, and tennis. He held leadership roles as the yearbook editor-in-chief and was a National Honor Society member before graduating in 1974.
Peter earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Technology from Cornell University in 1978 and went to work as an Environmental Specialist at Nixon, Hargrave, Devans & Doyle, focusing on environmental regulations and compliance programs. He later earned a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from Northeastern University in 1987.
After receiving his Master’s degree Peter joined Arthur D. Little, Inc. (ADL) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where his career advanced quickly and he became the youngest elected Director in 1989 and received ADL’s Presidential Award in 1990. His work in environmental, health, and safety compliance auditing and training was notable.
In 1992, Peter joined The Coca-Cola Company to help establish its first corporate environmental program. Within Coca-Cola, Peter assumed leadership roles in various departments where he led a wide range of environmental and quality initiatives.
In 2015 after 22 years at Coca-Cola, Peter founded The Chatel Consulting Group, focusing on helping organizations improve through excellence, capability development, and accountability.
In 2021 he joined his wife Sarah at Chatel Group, a real estate team, and in 2022, they achieved recognition in the Atlanta Real Estate market as being in the top 5% of teams.
Peter Chatel’s extensive career, marked by leadership and innovation, reflects his commitment to excellence, driven by a foundation of strong family values and diverse educational experiences.