Chronicle Heritage is excited to announce the official opening of a Caribbean Office serving Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the wider region. Coinciding with the official office opening, Dr. Zachary Beier, RPA, has been named Office Principal for the Caribbean.
“This milestone is not simply a personal achievement,” Dr. Beier said. “It reflects Chronicle’s deliberate, long-term strategy to invest in the Caribbean at a pivotal moment—when infrastructure expansion, climate change, coastal erosion, disaster recovery, and community-led development are reshaping historic landscapes across the region. From endangered coastal forts and historic churches to Indigenous sites, plantation ruins, urban heritage districts, and fragile cultural landscapes, the need for technically rigorous, culturally grounded, and community-responsive heritage services has never been greater.”
Chronicle’s new office is strategically positioned to meet that need—leveraging the firm’s international expertise while building strong, locally rooted teams. What began as a single project in Puerto Rico has grown into a dynamic and expanding portfolio across Puerto Rico and the USVI, with a robust pipeline developing across the broader corridor.
“I’m especially proud that this growth includes full-time Caribbean-based leadership: Dr. Roberto Muñoz-Pando and Carla de la Rosa, both based in Puerto Rico, whose expertise and commitment strengthen our regional presence,” said Dr. Beier. “Together, we are building a team that blends global standards with local knowledge—designed not just to work in the Caribbean, but to work for the Caribbean.”
The Caribbean is not a peripheral market. It is a vital, interconnected corridor of history, culture, biodiversity, and resilience. Its archaeology, architectural history, environmental resources, and heritage landscapes must be stewarded with regional expertise and deep respect. That means Caribbean academics, archaeologists, architectural historians, preservationists, and environmental professionals are essential partners in this work. Chronicle is actively growing and seeking collaborators and team members who are committed to thoughtful, regionally grounded heritage practice.
“I’m grateful to our firm’s leadership for the trust and support to build this office with intention,” said Beier. “The work ahead is significant. The opportunity is real. And I’m energized to help lead this next chapter across the Caribbean corridor. Respect!”