New York Build Week Online

Panel Discussion: Leveraging Scanning Technology to Build the Helm Lean and Mean Way

• Why Helm scans?
• Understanding the Scan to BIM to fabrication process
• The prefabrication workflow and importance of equipment verifications
• Visual layout coordination with owner and engineer prior to fabrication

Moderator: Kyle Tarr, Senior Business Development Manager - AEC, FARO Technologies Inc

Panelists: 
Josh Gardner, VDC Tradesman for Helm Mechanical, Helm Construction Services
Travis Voss, Leader of Innovation Technology, Helm Construction Services
Wyatt Hays, VDC Technician for Helm Mechanical, Helm Construction Services

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Panel Discussion - Acoustics Matters: What’s New, Now, and Next in Healthcare Design

• Key acoustic challenges in healthcare spaces and methods and materials to address those challenges
• New developments and acoustic design challenges resulting from COVID-19
• A look ahead at design trends and the future state of acoustics in healthcare
• Preview and discuss upcoming changes to FGI acoustic guidelines  

Moderators:
Patricia DeMuyt, Architectural Sales, USG
Andrew Schmidt, Acoustics Lead, Building Science, USG 

Panelists: 
Bryan Langlands, FAIA, FACHA, EDAC, LEED GA, Principal & Senior Medical Planner, NBBJ Architects    
Carolyn BaRoss, ASID, IIDA, LEED AP, Principal, Firmwide Health Interior Design Director, Perkins&Will    
Edward Logsdon, Principal Acoustical Consultant, Logsdon Acoustical Consulting    
Kurt Rockstroh, FAIA, FACHA, Immediate Past President, Facilities Guidelines Institute (FGI)    

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Panel Discussion: Lean for Construction: Practices Around the Globe

• Why lean for construction 
• How lean for construction can reduce project waste and rework requests by eliminating conflict from the beginning 
• The value of lean for construction techniques globally 

Moderator: Tony Saracino, Senior Manager, Sustainability Success, Autodesk

Panelists: 

Charles Esteves, Director, Preconstruction, Schimenti Construction
James Greco, PE, Senior Structural Engineer, AECOM
Ashleigh Low, Preconstruction Project Manager, Urban Atelier Group
Alberto Alas, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP, Project Manager, Leon D. DeMatteis Construction Corp.

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Panel Discussion: With Material Pricing on the Rise: How to Reduce Theft

• Using technology to reduce theft
• Largest mistakes construction companies make with security
• How to deter crime before it happens
• How to catch the bad guys after an incident

Moderator: McKay Allen, Marketing External Consultant, LiveView Technologies    
Panelists: 
David Studdert, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, LiveView Technologies    
Mickey Stratton, Founder, Aspect Homes

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Presentation: Underground Digital-Twin Modeling: Integrating Subsurface Utility Investigations with BIM Modeling to Optimize Preconstruction Design Development and the Construction Process
Speaker: Benjamin Weide, P.G., Senior Geophysicist, Intertek

Panel Discussion: Overcoming Underground Challenges by Integrating Subsurface Utility Investigations with BIM Modeling

• A proper subsurface utility engineering (SUE) campaign can accurately locate unknown utilities, voids, and other geologic formations.
• Integrating SUE findings with BIM models can inform design feasibility options understanding subsurface challenges and coordination requirements.
• Planning for SUE activities on site.
• Unknown underground conditions can derail a construction project by increasing costs, reducing safety and increasing risk.
• Quality Levels D-A. Collaborate on the discussion about Intertek’s appropriate steps to enable a thorough SUE effort. 

Moderator: Benjamin Weide, P.G., Senior Geophysicist, Intertek

Panelists: 
Thomas Banach, CM-BIM, VDC Regional Manager, The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company 
Chitwan Saluja, Digital Technology Manager, Jacobs Engineering
Christopher Allen, VDC Technologies Manager, Reis Contracting

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Presentation: A New Approach. Going Solar in a Multi-Family Building

• Program Fundamentals
• Process Timeline

Panel Discussion: Multi-Family Buildings Going Solar

• NYC Local Law 92 & 94
• Solar programs, initiatives and rebates in NY (ex: NY-Sun)
• Net metering/VDER
• State mandates on renewable energy and how we can collectively help achieve them

Moderator: Daniel Saviteer, Senior Manager, Business Development, Sunrun    

Panelists: 

Christopher Rogers, Project Manager, NYSERDA
Veanda Simmons, Director of Manhattan Planning, HPD      
Isaac Baker, Co-CEO, Founder, Resonant Energy    
Peter Madden, Executive Director, Joint Ownership Entity NYC

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Fulfilling Local Law 92 & 94 while Reducing Cost and Increasing Home Value

Speaker: Chris McClellan, Senior Director, Sales, Sunrun

Sustainability in NYC: Update on Local Law 92 & 94

• Builder perspective

• Solar as the future of new home construction

• Benefits of solar in NYC

• OneNYC 2050

Moderator: Chris McClellan, Senior Director, Sales, Sunrun

Panelists:

Max Joel, NY-Sun Team Lead, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Wendi Shafran, AIA, LEED AP BD + C, Principal, FXCollaborative Architects LLP
Ellie Kahn, Senior, Policy Advisor, NYC Mayor’s Office of Sustainability
Robert Kelly, Owner and CEO, Master Group & President of BIANYC

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Panel Discussion: Integrated Data Environment (IDE) & the AEC – The Evolution of Project Communications and Information Management

• Discussion on the rise of cloud applications and platforms used across the industry and the need to Improve interoperability and project communication on projects
• Current Industry Landscape (complex, fragmented) vs. Desired Industry End State (Collaborative Design, Digital Twin) and the role of IDE in that
• Ability & value of securely connecting data across platforms from project kickoff to conclusion to address the different phases & actors in a project.
• The key distinctions of an Integrated Data Environment
  • Workflows across connected project data systems
  • Facilitation of security, governance, communications and collaboration

Moderator: Kelly Doyle, COO, ProjectReady

Panelists: 
Jeff Walter, Director of Digital Transformation, AECOM Canada
Emmanuel Daniel, Director, Smart Buildings & Campuses, Microsoft

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Presentation: High Impact Interior Design Strategies Using Healthy Materials

Speaker: Micheyla Mayne, Marketing & Culture Coordinator, Longboard Products

Panel Discussion: How Can Contemporary Interior Designs Incorporate Sustainable Materials to Create Healthier Spaces for the Building Occupants?

• How do the elements of biophilic design contribute to occupant well-being?
• As we transition back into the built environment, how can we put health first?
• What are the main drivers and hindrances to designing sustainable buildings?
• Which documentation and certifications assist specifiers in defending their sustainable material choices throughout the entire build process?

Moderator: Micheyla Mayne, Marketing & Culture Coordinator, Longboard Products  
Panelists: 
Rebecca Milne LEED Green Associate, Director of Design Strategy, Senior Associate & Board Director, Perkins Eastman
Kimberley Petredis, NCIDQ, LEED AP ID+C, Senior Associate, FX Collaborative
Raul Garcia-Moncada, IIDA, NCIDQ, LEED AP, WELL AP, Associate Principal & Senior Interior Design Lead for the East Region, AECOM    
Jonce Walker, Director of Sustainability & Wellness, HLW
Julia Murphy, AIA, Director, SOM    
Isabelle Rijnties, Senior Interior Designer, Senior Associate, Populous  

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Presentation: Reimagining Stakeholder Engagement Through All Stages with Interactive Technologies

Speaker: Ian Gilbert, Chief Revenue Officer, PureWeb

Panel Discussion

• Describe the key benefits of having interactive visualizations in the real estate, construction, and engineering sectors.
• Highlight 1-2 case study examples that highlight the effectiveness of interactive visualizations in engaging with the audience/stakeholders from concept to build to sale to maintenance
• Outline the ease of both building and distributing immersive experiences as long as you have the right partners

Moderator:  Ian Gilbert, Chief Revenue Officer, PureWeb

Panelists:

Cheryle Cranbourne, VDCO Deputy Director, The LiRo Group​    
Karen Zabarsky, Head of Design and PR, Kushner    
Vikas Bansal, LEED GA, Assoc. DBIA, CMIT, Deputy Project Manager, Transportation, AECOM Metro New York 
Sara Jazayeri, Principal, Studio 360    

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Presentation: Design and Build your Retirement Future with Mutual of America

Speakers: 
Steven Ortiz,  Account Executive, Mutual of America Financial Group 
Lisa Loughry, Senior Vice President, National Accounts, Mutual of America Financial Group         

Panel Discussion: Employee Benefit Considerations for the Construction Industry

• Providing a retirement plan for your employees
• Achieving a cost-efficient plan
• Retaining top talent through your retirement plan 
• Does your retirement plan provide flexible employee education to an often transient group of employees often working outside the typical 9 to 5 schedule

Moderators: 
Steven Ortiz,  Account Executive, Mutual of America Financial Group 
Lisa Loughry, Senior Vice President, National Accounts, Mutual of America Financial Group       

Panelists: 
Mildred Ramos, Principal, Shen Milsom & Wilke LLC
David Schlameuss, Controller / CFO, Switzer 

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Panel Discussion: Sustainability, Durability, and Longevity - Designing Façades for the Future

• Reducing structure materials and costs because of the lightweight façade
• The importance of utilizing the manufacturer and installer in early project stages for performance and cost benefits.
• Benefits of different wall assemblies pro’s and con’s
• Design benefits including sustainable design/LEED

Moderator: Julie White, Business Development Leader, Litecore

Panelists:

Jason Kelso, Senior QA/Testing Administrator, Estimator– Panelized Wall Systems, Litecore

Dan McCloskey, RA CDT, Senior Project Architect, American Structurepoint

Gabriel Castillo, Director of Business Development, Pillar Construction

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