Matteo Pierone is a dynamic global leader in smart building technologies and digital transformation, currently serving as the Managing Director at J2 Innovations, a Siemens company. With over two decades of international experience spanning strategy, sales, and innovation, Matteo is recognized for his ability to bridge complex technical ecosystems with real-world business outcomes.

A passionate advocate for open platforms and interoperability in the built environment, Matteo has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of smart infrastructure. His leadership has driven the global expansion of J2 Innovations’ FIN Framework, empowering OEMs and system integrators to deliver scalable, future-ready solutions across HVAC, lighting, energy, and beyond.

In 2025, Matteo was a featured speaker at the AHR Expo in Orlando, where he delivered a session titled “Introducing the new era of intelligent buildings”, highlighting the critical role of AI-driven platforms in achieving sustainability and operational efficiency.

Matteo’s keynote style is both visionary and grounded, offering audiences a compelling blend of strategic foresight and actionable insights. Whether addressing C-suite executives, engineers, or digital transformation leaders, he brings clarity to complexity and inspires innovation at every level.

Steve Moore trained as an architect and has worked in the world of building technology for 40 years. He is a Non-Exec Director for various proptech and IoT companies his long-established relationships mean he acts as a trusted advisor to Greystar, Argent and others in the construction industry.

Steve is a recent recipient of CEDIA’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Previous roles included Director of Connected Home for Dixons Carphone, where he led teams that developed and sold software platforms to Apple, Sprint and SSE. Past clients include Autodesk. HP, Ford, Laing O’Rourke, Lutron, MACE and Virgin Atlantic. He is currently consulting for Amazon, Knight Frank, Ring and other businesses at the junction of property, design and technology. He has been volunteering and working with CEDIA for 30 years.

Wendy worked as a senior lecturer and dissertation mentor at Southampton Solent University for 27 years for a range of degree courses before co-founding InTandem Systems in 1997. As Commercial Director, Wendy has been responsible for business growth and has led the company to develop into a thriving BEMS specialist in the building services sector. Wendy’s passion is for training the next generation of Building Services Engineers something which has seen her spearhead the introduction of the BEMS Controls Engineer Apprenticeship for which she received the BCIA Outstanding Contribution of the Year Award in 2020. Wendy is also a T Level Ambassador and has, for many years been a training mentor for students undertaking placements at InTandem Systems, a role which culminated in being awarded the CIBSE Employer of the Year (small business and overall winner) in both 2017 and 2020. Wendy continues to Chair the BEMS Controls Engineer Apprenticeship Employer Group ensuring that the issue of skills remains at the top of the agenda for the building controls industry.

Peter is the Founder and Director of Group Horizon, a specialist training provider developing and delivering apprenticeship programmes nationally which includes the BEMS Controls Engineer Apprenticeship. Having started his career as an engineering apprentice at 16, Peter is a passionate advocate of apprenticeships and the critical role of integrated skills development in achieving Net Zero. Peter has a First Class Honours Degree in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, he completed the Cranfield University General Management Programme and has undertaken a Masters in Digital Analytics and Machine Learning at Newcastle University.

With over a decade of product marketing experience in automation and control software at ICONICS, Sam now supports Mitsubishi Electric ICONICS Digital Solutions (MEIDS) in bringing our Smart Building solutions to market. He focuses on turning complex technology into clear business value—building cases that show how smarter workplaces and buildings can improve performance, efficiency, and experience. Passionate about bridging innovation with real-world impact, Sam works to ensure Smart Building solutions deliver measurable results for both owners and occupiers. Outside of work, you’ll find him on long walks with his young family and black Labrador, Reggie, unwinding with a good true-crime documentary, sneaking in the occasional round of golf, or knee-deep in nappies.

Dan leads measurable.energy and along with co-founder Josh, began m.e back in 2018 with the vision of eliminating all wasted energy from buildings. Dan focuses on creating the vision and realising the potential of using technology to improve environmental sustainability. His laser focus is to create a business that not only makes a profit, but measurably helps the planet and people.

Over the past 15 years Dan’s had a career spanning the early days of sustainability and technology, leading the charge to quantify and manage the environmental impacts of technology services, in particular cloud computing. He gained his Engineering Doctorate (EngD) working at Microsoft, where he published several new methodologies to scientifically quantify the environmental impacts of software services. Dan founded Qingtech in 2012 to help large organisations take the lead and quantify and manage the environmental impacts of technology. Microsoft, Google and BBC are just some of the clients that Dan’s worked with to help them move forward and manage sustainability.

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Adam Wright is Product Director at measurable.energy, where he shapes AI-driven solutions that reduce energy waste in buildings, supporting the net zero transition. measurable.energy’s innovative technology targets plug sockets to minimise waste, cut unnecessary consumption, and provide users with real-time carbon intensity data—delivering both environmental and financial benefits.

With a background in Environmental and Marine Science from the University of Plymouth, Adam is dedicated to advancing scalable, sustainable technologies for a low-carbon future. He has led measurable.energy’s growth, championing sustainability on global platforms, and earning recognition from BBC News and multiple awards.

Stewart Langdown is a seasoned professional in the lighting industry, renowned for his exceptional contributions and expertise in lighting control. With more than 30 years of experience, he has established himself as a leading figure in this field.

Stewart's journey in the industry began with a foundation in Electronics and Construction before venturing into the lighting industry. Stewart's career has been heavily focused on Business Development, where he has been instrumental in introducing innovative Lighting technologies to new markets. Additionally, Stewart has a great passion for sustainable lighting which is evident in his advocacy efforts, as he continuously works to raise awareness about the benefits of smart technology and the importance of selecting appropriate technology to enhance building longevity.

Stewart is a Fellow of CIBSE the Society of Light and Lighting FSLL, and an active member of their committees as well as Chair of the Lighting Industry Association Marketing TC.

Nathan Davis is Head of Development at Pulse Fibre, where he leads on delivering future-proofed broadband infrastructure for new developments across the UK. With a 20-year military background in the Royal Signals and Adjutant General’s Corps, Nathan brings operational discipline and strategic clarity to the fast-moving world of fibre connectivity. His experience spans private equity, property development, and start-up growth, giving him a unique perspective on aligning technical delivery with commercial and developer needs. Nathan is a passionate advocate for smarter, faster, more connected communities.

A recognised thought leader in service industries, Mark has been helping organisations drive business transformation for over 25 years. From bringing Service Lifecycle Management (SLM) solutions to market with Servigistics, introducing Connected FSM to the marketplace with PTC and steering IFS to become a recognised leader in Service and Asset Management. Mark has worked with some of the World’s largest facilities services organisations including Mitie, ISS, PHS and Homeserve. Mark was recently named one of the most influential people in field service by Field Service News.

Allan is a seasoned professional with a passion for building operations and optimisation. With over two decades of experience, he specialises in HVAC technology and decarbonisation. In 2023, Allan joined JLL and played a key role in building a scalable business in the UK market for Hank AI. His focus on sustainability and value for money has driven positive change for stakeholders in JLL and beyond. Allan is a trusted advisor and thought leader in the industry, advocating for sustainable practices and innovative solutions. He continues to empower organisations with his expertise and leadership, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future.

Matthew Marson is an experienced leader, working at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and the built environment. Having founded WSP’s Smart Places practice and grown Accenture’s offering in this field, Matthew led a €100m business across a range of asset types and geographies.

Marson was named as the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Young Engineer of the Year 2022 and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Young Visionary 2016 for his contributions to the global Smart Buildings industry.

As a recognised thought leader, Matthew is a keynote speaker at international industry events related to emerging technology and places at the building and city scales. He is the author of the Smart Building Advantage, a seminal book that explores the return on investment for technology in the built environment.

Lucy brings over 25 years of specialised expertise in property management to her role as Head of National Clients. Her focus centers on helping occupiers and owners optimise operational costs while preserving asset integrity across building fabric, mechanical and electrical systems, and essential services.

At the forefront of industry innovation, Lucy continuously explores cutting-edge approaches to deliver exceptional property management solutions. As sustainability and technology reshape the sector, she leads initiatives that advance energy efficiency while carefully balancing implementation costs and addressing market concerns around emerging versus established solutions.

Lucy's strategic vision combines practical experience with forward-thinking leadership, positioning her clients to navigate the evolving demands of modern property management.

Brian English graduated in electronic engineering from Trinity College Dublin in 1986 and later achieved the Diploma in Marketing of the Marketing Institute of Ireland. In 1992, ater working for some years in Co. Cork, he moved to the Netherlands as European Distribution Sales Manager for Artesyn Technologies and subsequently spent five years as European VP Sales & Marketing for a division of Emerson Electric from St. Louis, Missouri.

In 2000 he joined the XP Power group as Managing Director of XP Power Ltd. where he was responsible for the establishment of the group’s sales infrastructure
throughout continental Europe. In 2003 he set up Qupact International and launched a program to guide companies through the complex task of setting up and managing third party sales channels in international markets.

Reliable Controls brought him back to his roots in 2016, when he joined the Canadian company and took on responsibility for developing its dealer network throughout EMEA.

Magnus Leask has 18+ years industry experience. Working for Hoare Lea since 2016 and now looking after the Digital Solutions department that features, ICT, Audiovisual, Smart Building Design, BMS & Consultancy. He is based in London.

Magnus has background in ICT Network Design, leading Chime Sports Marketing through numerous World Sporting events, including Commonwealth Games, Olympics & FIFA World Cups in the role of Head of ICT & Infrastructure, looking after 1500 full time event employees and up to 50,000 temporary staff on event.

His passion for the creation of Lean and Flexible Infrastructure across a range of Sectors including Science and Research, Workplace, Healthcare, Residential, Mission Critical, focuses upon the selection of the correct mix of products to ensure the sector requirements and end user requirements are met, whilst delivering a flexible cost-effective solution.

He is driving forward the future of Workplace, IT & Digital Infrastructure design, giving a consultants view to the future.

Richard has over 25 years of experience across diverse industries. His professional journey began in electronics and software engineering positions at technology companies, where he developed a strong technical foundation. Richard later transitioned into product management and product marketing, leveraging his broad expertise to drive successful go-to-market strategies and oversee the complete product life cycle. Since joining Planon in 2020, Richard has played a vital role in key strategic initiatives and product launches.

Andy Waters is a Strategic Business Partner for Enterprise Software at Schneider Electric, where he designs Software Solutions for the Built Environment and Smart Buildings. With experience spanning the Electrical Trades, BMS engineering and deployment, and global smart building projects, Andy specialises in turning complex building data into business value. An Australian now based in the UK and completing his MBA, he is a recognised expert in bridging operational technology with strategic enterprise goals.

Andrew Taylor is the Technical Sales Manager at Consyst Ltd, bringing a wealth of experience across multiple sectors of the controls industry. His background spans industrial measurement and control, as well as residential and commercial building systems—including HVAC, lighting, audio-visual, building management systems, and energy management solutions.

With a formal education in industrial electrical systems, measurement and control, and tertiary-level electrical and electronic engineering, Andrew has developed deep expertise in the systems and communication protocols that underpin modern buildings. He is also a certified KNX Tutor, with specialist knowledge in building automation systems and protocols.

Simon Ward is an experienced Sales Professional in the building automation market. He has extensive experience of the installation and use of room controls as well as technical knowledge of advanced building automation in commercial buildings such as offices, hotels and apartments. He started his career at Distech Controls in 2015 and has built a successful sales team in the UK, positioning Distech Controls as a tier 1 vendor in the UK and Irish markets.

Luis is AI Product Manager for Data Strategy & Intelligence at Johnson Controls, a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings. He has over 20 years of experience spanning software engineering, data analytics, product management and AI. Currently, he drives the development of AI capabilities for Johnson Controls’ customer-facing digital offerings, from concept to product integration, launch and performance monitoring. He previously worked at Siemens where he led several key AI-driven initiatives to make buildings autonomous and energy-efficient. Luis holds a MSc in Management, Technology & Economics from ETH Zurich.

Billal Vindhani is a seasoned leader in the smart buildings and IoT space, with nearly two decades of experience spanning software, hardware, and building management systems. With a background in Internet Computing, he combines deep technical expertise with a proven track record in business development and sales leadership. He currently works as Director of Business Development for UK & EMEA at Clockworks Analytics, helping to optimize building energy and equipment performance through fault detection and diagnostics (FDD).

Billal began his career at Schneider Electric, advancing through sales leadership roles before founding an IoT start-up. He built a partner and SI network across Europe and the Middle East, working with global clients such as Honeywell, Endress+Hauser, and CBRE.

He later joined Honeywell as European Business Development Director, leading SaaS and IoT sales across key verticals. At Johnson Controls, he launched OpenBlue in the UK&I and led the Digital and BMS sales team. At Spacewell, he served as UK&I Country Manager, driving channel and enterprise growth.

Júlia Bayascas is a leading voice in AI-driven energy and sustainability solutions, currently serving as the AI Product Lead at Spacewell Energy. With a strong technical grounding and deep domain knowledge in energy efficiency, instrumentation, and data analytics, she helps steer the development of intelligent tools that enable organisations to reduce costs, optimise performance, and meet ambitious decarbonisation targets.

Jim Sword is a Sales Professional who has worked within the Building Automation industry for over 30 years and has extensive knowledge of Building Energy Management Systems (BeMS) and integration with other Building Automation Systems such as Fire, Security, Access & Lighting. He has supported selection and impementation of systems in a wide variety of projects including major office developments, research sites, education establishments, healtcare facilities and retail outlets.

Jim believes that integrated solutions have a large role to play in making building environments efficient, safe and comfortable but can also introduce automated processes that assist with compliance, which is becoming increasingly more important.

Alexandra's career spans infrastructure, delivery, and mergers & acquisitions, combining technical insights with strategic thinking to address challenges. Alexandra delivers change via actionable business outcomes, driving innovation while prioritising risk management and resilience. She is excited by the transformative potential of technology in Real Estate, exploring how digital advancements can enhance the physical environment. Alexandra remains true to her infrastructure roots with a commitment to organisational stability and security, ensuring that transformation aligns with these core values without compromise.

Chris Vintinner is a product leader with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of building automation, smart technologies, and digital transformation. As Product Line Manager at Distech Controls, he drives the roadmap and strategy for the company’s innovative building management software platform—helping facility owners and integrators deliver smarter, more efficient, and more secure buildings.

Chris’s career spans hands-on system design, technical leadership, and product strategy roles, with a consistent focus on open protocols, scalable architectures, and connected building ecosystems. He has worked closely with clients across commercial real estate, healthcare, and education sectors to deploy future-ready building systems that reduce energy usage, improve occupant comfort, and strengthen operational resilience.

He brings a practical lens to cybersecurity—applying high-level principles and best practices for protecting building systems in an increasingly connected world. His work emphasizes secure integration across OT and IT domains, including network segmentation, identity management, and standards-based communication protocols.

Chris holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Clarkson University and continues to advocate for thoughtful, standards-driven innovation in the built environment.

Pook-Ping Yao is Chief Technology Officer at Optigo Networks, a leader in making smart buildings more efficient, responsive, and connected through innovative networking solutions. With deep expertise in networking and smart building systems, Ping is recognized internationally for his extensive knowledge of communication protocols, particularly BACnet, which is foundational in modern smart buildings. His technical leadership ensures that building owners and operators seamlessly integrate and optimize complex networks, enhancing performance, reliability, and operational insight.

Ping is an authoritative voice in the smart building industry, regularly speaking and writing about the advancements and challenges of integrating cutting-edge technology, cybersecurity, and building system protocols into commercial infrastructure. His practical approach helps organizations effectively navigate these complex areas, streamline troubleshooting, and enhance network performance monitoring. By simplifying the complexities associated with the adoption and operation of smart building technologies, Ping empowers organizations to achieve greater connectivity, security, and efficiency in the spaces where we live, work, and play.

Nick is a Senior TPM at Google, where he focuses on networking and cyber security for IOT & OT technology. With over 11 years of experience at Google, Nick has a deep understanding of delivering and managing large scale networking programs.

At Google, Nick is responsible for cyber security programs for Real estate and workplace services (REWS). He is passionate about enabling teams to make them successful when implementing change, and has led global programs to implement large scale deployments of networking technology.

He is eager to share insights on how companies should think about the right way for them to build out their cyber security platforms.

Harri John is the Head of Digital Transformation at CBRE, where she helps clients navigate the complex world of real estate technology. She works with clients to identify the right solutions, shape their roadmaps, and implement sustainable change.

She specializes in a business-led approach to create compelling business cases for digital investments, helping clients—from investors and developers to occupiers—understand the value of adopting new technologies, starting with an understanding of the people.

As a leader at the intersection of the physical, human, and digital, Harri helps clients identify the best digital solutions to enhance real estate portfolios, developments, and workplaces. She has deep expertise in translating a business's needs into a clear digital strategy, ensuring that technology serves as a core pillar to drive business value and transform the built environment.

I have had a career in engineering, ICT and software development spanning 44 years. Notable roles were as Technical Director at Ocean Network Services Ltd, Technical Director at PTS Consulting, Technical Director at Redstone Converged Solutions, CTO at Onnec Group and now CTO at MSI Works Ltd.

In this time, I have attained various industry qualifications, such as Wireless Design ECSE, Cisco UCSD in the ICT world and am also a qualified Electrical Engineer.

Nowadays, I mostly spend time advising others in the Smart Building and data centre spaces. My combined understanding of all types of systems and how they apply to the physical spaces, allow the whole solution approach to be understood from start to end.

Violeta Mitsova is a former investment banker turned IoT entrepreneur, bringing over 12 years of experience in mergers & acquisitions, strategic advisory, and restructuring. She previously worked with Lazard, Blackstone, and PJT Partners in London, advising on transactions across Europe and the Middle East totaling over USD 25 billion.

Her deep expertise in creating stakeholder value across complex financial deals paved the way for her transition into the dynamic world of technology and innovation. Today, she is Co-Founder and CSO of MClimate, where she leads efforts to deliver scalable, energy-efficient IoT solutions to corporates, multinationals, and governments, with a strong focus on ESG objectives.

Violeta is passionate about the power of IoT to drive sustainable transformation at scale—socially, environmentally, and economically—and actively supports initiatives promoting women in technology and sustainability worldwide.

Kal is an experienced sales leader with over 25 years’ experience in Technology Sales with the last 15 years in IoT solutions and Smart Buildings. He is passionate about sustainability and the current fit with EnOcean not only meets with his professional experience but also aligns perfectly with his personal values.

Kal has worked in corporate organisations such as Honeywell, Renesas and Dialog Semiconductors, as well as smaller start-up/scale up businesses.

Will Curtis is a dynamic and forward-thinking technical leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovation in network design and infrastructure. Renowned for his hands-on expertise and strategic mindset, Will combines deep technical knowledge with a relentless focus on customer outcomes. His career spans multiple sectors, where he has consistently delivered resilient, high-performance solutions that scale. Whether architecting complex systems or leading cross-functional teams, Will brings energy, clarity, and a passion for technology that inspires audiences and drives results.

Matthew Marson is an experienced leader, working at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and the built environment. Having founded WSP’s Smart Places practice and grown Accenture’s offering in this field, Matthew led a €100m business across a range of asset types and geographies.

Marson was named as the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Young Engineer of the Year 2022 and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Young Visionary 2016 for his contributions to the global Smart Buildings industry.

As a recognised thought leader, Matthew is a keynote speaker at international industry events related to emerging technology and places at the building and city scales. He is the author of the Smart Building Advantage, a seminal book that explores the return on investment for technology in the built environment.

Zaid Lahmouri, co-founder and COO of Nexa Smart Solutions, leads the operations and technical strategy of a Belgian company specialized in smart building solutions and technical engineering. He oversees the design and implementation of intelligent systems such as BMS (Building Management Systems), energy efficiency solutions, IoT sensor networks, as well as technical studies in HVAC, electrical systems and fiber optics.
Active in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Zaid builds partnerships with public and private stakeholders to support sustainable and innovative projects. He represents a vision of technology that is useful, pragmatic, and focused on real-world impact.

Andy has been working in the building services industry since 1986. Initially training as an air conditioning engineer he continued to develop his skills in building services through hands-on installation, maintenance and commissioning culminating in a career in the emerging BMS industry in the mid 1990’s.

Over the years he has held engineering and leadership roles with contractors, technology providers and manufacturers including the position of Technical Manager at Sontay. In 2006 he started a control systems contracting business with two partners and remained managing director there until 2014 before setting out on his own to provide contract consultancy services.

Recent appointments include managing the EMEA critical systems environmental monitoring strategy for a large investment bank and building services commissioning manager at a landmark medical research facility in London. Control systems and BMS are his area of expertise and he has gained a wealth of experience working within the building services industry.

He is passionate about innovation and especially the convergence of sensing and I.T. systems establishing BMS as a proven technology in the “Internet of Things” revolution.

Ceri’s background stretches from industrial control systems development in the 1980’s, Command & Control systems in the 1990s, through to Systems Integration, Enterprise Architecture and consulting at the Business/Technology interface. He regularly focuses as much on organisational and process design as technology architecture to address multi-organisational challenges of technology integration and exploitation.

Bradley Beighton is Senior Technical Architect at Ricoh Europe, heading up a cross-functional team responsible for web, API, and infrastructure development within the RICOH Spaces SaaS platform. He oversees the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native solutions across multiple regions, ensuring the platform meets the demands of enterprise customers worldwide.

In his role, Bradley drives technical strategy and execution for key workplace experience initiatives, including Mission Control — a SaaS command centre that unifies occupancy, asset health, and service KPIs — and the Workplace of Things, a universal asset fabric that transforms how organisations monitor and manage their environments.

With over 10 years experience spanning product management, cloud engineering, and workplace technology, Bradley combines deep technical expertise with a proven track record in building high-performing teams. His work focuses on integrating data, AI, and enterprise systems to deliver seamless workplace experiences, reduce operational friction, and enable proactive decision-making for customers.

Leo Hitzert is an experienced international speaker, known for his engaging and insightful presentations on smart building technologies. His speaking portfolio includes:

• Microsoft European Partner Conference (Brussels): Delivered a keynote on the use of Microsoft Azure components and the Internet of Things (IOT) in the building management domain.
• NATO Meeting on Energy (Estonia): Presented on the strategic importance of energy efficiency and smart building technologies for energy security.
• Smart Buildings Show (London): Shared expertise on the future of smart buildings and the role of AI and Digital Twins in sustainable building management.
• FME event (The Hague): Keynote for entrepreneurs and business-owners on the use of new technologies like AI and digital twins for their business.

Paul Price has spent more than 40 years in integrated building controls — which, as he likes to say, makes him sound both experienced and a little odd.

A familiar face in the industry, Paul played a key role at Tridium in driving global adoption of the Niagara Framework and building long-term relationships with end-users, partners, and technology providers.

Now, as Director of Product Sales at Forest Rock, he’s focused on equipping the systems integrator community with what really matters: the right products, competitive pricing, and world-class support that make delivering projects easier and more profitable.

Paul’s passion is simple: helping integrators win — whether that’s leveraging disruptive IoT technologies, exploring how AI can bring real value to building performance, or simply cutting through the noise to deliver practical solutions that work on-site.

When he’s not talking about controls, you might hear him cracking a joke about “intelligent underwear” or asking if anyone has seen his kite — but behind the humour is four decades of know-how, a sharp perspective on where the industry is heading, and a strong belief that the future of smart buildings sits firmly in the hands of the systems integrator community.

If Paul's on stage, it's guaranteed not to be boring.

Working within Cisco’s Global Partner Organisation Sam leads the Intelligent Environments Practice for Cisco in EMEA. Sam has been involved in several ground-breaking Real Estate and Workplace projects ranging from 150 Holborn, 22 Bishopsgate and Canary Wharf. Sam advises real estate developers on innovation and automation within the built environment and enterprise tenants on their future workplace strategy. Sam is a passionate believer in combinatorial innovation leveraging the capabilities of multiple organisations and technologies in partnership. Sam has been at Cisco for 8 years, prior to this Sam was Group Commercial Director of a SaaS scale-up, spent nine years in technology sector investment banking and six years in the military.

Ryan is a Senior Technical Solution Engineer at Cisco and is currently based in Dallas, TX. Ryan leads intelligent building design, data strategy and digital transformation for Cisco. Previously, he lead architecture system design and implementation for Schneider Electric in North America. Ryan is a member of The Bacnet Advisory Board for ASHRAE as well as several committee and working group standards. He has a B.S in Mathematics from Rutgers University and an MBA from Westerns Governors University. Certifications: CESAM Architect, CEM, CCNP, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, Smartscore and Wiredscore AP RCDD.

Jo works for Sodexo, one of the largest Facilities Management companies in the UK and Globally. Her role is developing best practice Hard FM in the UK&I region. Responsible for promoting, programme managing and embedding best practice in maintenance and technical services.

She has a long history of working in the Built Environment that includes technical author of industry guidance including the last 2 updates for CIBSE Guide M and working with BSI supporting the development of Facilities Management standards. Her areas of expertise are facilities management, asset management, project management, building services operation, building controls, smart technology, maintenance strategy, statutory maintenance, health and safety, Soft Landings, wellbeing and building performance.
She is passionate about closing the gap between construction and operations, delivering best practice maintenance, and embracing technology to increase asset reliability and availability.

Mazen Kandil is a Regional Energy and Sustainability Engineer with a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, bringing a strong technical foundation into the rapidly evolving world of smart buildings. Early experience in managing building systems highlighted the challenges of traditional maintenance approaches, leading to a transition into smart technologies and data-driven solutions.

At Sodexo, he has been a driving force in moving from conventional condition-based maintenance towards predictive, data-led strategies. This has involved implementing smart metering, condition monitoring, and advanced asset analytics to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance sustainability across large and complex estates.

Blending engineering expertise with digital innovation, his work demonstrates how real-time insights and smart maintenance practices can transform building operations—shifting maintenance from a reactive task into a strategic advantage that delivers tangible value.

Dan joined the JIB and ECS team in March 2025, bringing with him 25 years of experience in the building services engineering industry. His extensive background includes technical management, qualification development, and quality assurance.
In his previous role as Technical Manager, Dan led the management of the Fire, Emergency, and Security Systems (FESS) end-point assessments and oversaw the development and quality assurance of qualifications for approved training providers. He played a pivotal role in the creation and successful implementation of the BPEC FESS Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA) with Andy Reakes and the ECS Fire & Security Industry Group. Dan managed the trial of the UK’s first Fire and Security pathway EWA and has helped a number of training providers get set up to deliver this essential certification which leads to an ECS gold card and has helped raise competency standards in the FESS sector.
Dan has extensive industry knowledge with a deep understanding of assessment processes, training standards and quality assurance across multiple sectors.
In working with the JIB and ECS, Dan aims to strengthen relationships with key industry stakeholders, enhance the ECS brand and use of ECS systems, and champion strategic initiatives to support workforce development.

Stacey’s career at Sontay started in 2001 when she joined the company as a Customer Service Advisor in an industry that she had no idea existed! Since then she has caught the ‘Building Controls Bug’ and is ever more excited about the new technologies embraced by the industry and the future that lies ahead. By working her way up through Customer Service and Sales, she has built long lasting relationships with many of their customers and she is able to use the knowledge and insight learned in these years to effectively market the excellent Sontay range. It has also given her a fantastic knowledge base and high level of technical understanding of the Sontay product range and how it fits within the industry.

As is the case with most in the building technology industry, Ciarans journey to designing Smart Buildings was somewhat unconventional.
A Building Services Engineer by qualification, his first exposure to Smart Buildings was when he joined a BMS manufacturer which subsequently sparked his interest in building technology. Spending nearly ten years as a BMS engineer working on projects worldwide, gave him a broad understanding of the technologies involved in Smart Buildings and how they were implemented in the 'real world'.
He brings this real world experience into the design of Smart Buildings where he now leads the Building Intelligence team at Hoare Lea delivering better buildings for people and planet.

Matthew Marson is an experienced leader, working at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and the built environment. Having founded WSP’s Smart Places practice and grown Accenture’s offering in this field, Matthew led a €100m business across a range of asset types and geographies.

Marson was named as the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Young Engineer of the Year 2022 and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Young Visionary 2016 for his contributions to the global Smart Buildings industry.

As a recognised thought leader, Matthew is a keynote speaker at international industry events related to emerging technology and places at the building and city scales. He is the author of the Smart Building Advantage, a seminal book that explores the return on investment for technology in the built environment.

Neil Fright FIWFM, CEO of Carbon Numbers, is an award-winning energy efficiency leader with over 20 years’ experience in consulting UK organisations on low carbon solutions, energy performance measures, and Net Zero planning.

Carbon Numbers is committed to driving measurable sustainability outcomes, using smart building technologies and data-driven strategies to cut energy use, lower emissions, and create healthier spaces. Their mission is to support businesses in achieving Net Zero with confidence.

Having started work as a process engineering apprentice in the construction industry in 1988, Gary brings with him a wealth of unrivalled experience. In fact, his 37+ years in the built environment has seen Gary work on a wide range of interesting projects, from assisting with the refurbishment of the MARS® factory in Slough to producing working drawings for the refurbishment of the HMS Pembroke in Chatham. More recently, he played a major role in some of the UK’s largest regeneration schemes, such as Woolwich Arsenal, Barking Riverside, and West Hendon, working closely with UK Power Networks, Thames Water and many other major authorities. Now overseeing Whitecode Consulting’s Utilities department, Gary works alongside the company’s design engineers to review any incoming service drawings and requirements while liaising with multiple utility providers to obtain competitive quotations for Whitecode Consulting’s clients and complete applications quickly and efficiently.

Imtee Baksh is a business and technical professional with extensive experience in smart building solutions, energy management systems, and unified automation technologies. He specializes in bridging the gap between complex technical capabilities and real-world business outcomes, helping organizations and partners translate innovation into measurable value.

With more than 20 years of experience as a professional engineer, Imtee has worked extensively with both custom mechanical HVAC equipment and building automation systems. This unique combination of hands-on engineering knowledge and strategic expertise allows him to bring a holistic perspective to the challenges of modern building performance, sustainability, and efficiency.

Samuel Willis serves as Product Manager at Crane Fluid Systems, overseeing the Connected Solutions and Variable Flow portfolios.

After successfully completing his MEng in Design Engineering from Imperial College London, he obtained Enterprise Fellowships at the Royal Academy of Engineering and Royal Commission of 1851, and now focuses on integrating smart sensing technologies into hydronic systems to enhance building efficiency and performance.

Samuel is particularly driven by the intersection of automation, optimisation, and mechanical design, and is committed to advancing innovation within British manufacturing.

Paul is a Technical Sales Engineer in the Tridium EMEA team since 2021. He is responsible for developing technical understanding and driving adoption of Niagara within the Channel Partner, Technology Partner, OEM and End User communities. Prior to Tridium, he worked with IoT middleware solutions in the Telecoms sector and has over 30 years of experience in the complete software lifecycle from development, support, technical sales and product management.

Guy Collins-Down is one of the UK’s foremost experts in school design and operational management, with a career spanning prestigious and ambitious schools including Harrow, Alleyn’s and South Hampstead High School. Throughout his career, his passion and vision for education environments has seen the design of over £1bn of new school buildings; the development of strategic national and international commercial partnerships; and the pioneering of community use and enjoyment of school buildings. A co-founder of the School’s Enterprise Association, former education consultant at Bryanston Square Consulting and a noted writer on classroom design, Mr Collins-Down is a popular and influential voice on school environments, IT strategy and sustainability.

Lucas is a digital trailblazer within the built environment industry and has a well-established career working in Building Information Management (BIM) and the rapidly evolving digital twin market.

Before joining Glider, Lucas held roles in the development, design, construction and operation of large, real estate assets within the UK and Europe.

Lucas developed his first ‘digital twin’ in 2013 by leading the development of a software solution and working with existing vendors and suppliers to change their current ways of working to adopt a new, more efficient way of handing over information from construction to operations.

After holding BIM Management roles in design, construction and then operation, Lucas moved into the tech space seeking to improve on the existing tools and influence what he believed would be the best way to manage and exploit built asset information in the operational phase of assets.

Prior to joining Glider, Lucas established the European business for a well known digital twin technology company and spent 4 years working closely with some of the world’s largest asset owners and property managers to connect their buildings, processes and business goals with built asset data via digital twins.

At Glider, Lucas leads our go to market strategy for asset owners, steering our product and services offering into tangible solutions for asset owners to leverage their data through smart building technologies, digital twins and artificial intelligence.

Luke has over 7 years of experience in the education sector, and currently heading up the CIOB Academy solutions team. Luke has a real passion for transforming how people learn and grow, I work closely with organisations to design and deliver impactful learning solutions that drive real results.

Pierre Savary is a Business Developer at Kerlink, a leading provider of IoT gateways. With a strong technical background, he has been part of the LoRaWAN ecosystem since its inception, holding diverse roles from Engineer and Field Application Engineer to Sales and Business Development. His career path across key players in the value chain – Kerlink (gateways), Wi6labs (system integration), and Watteco (sensors) – gives him a unique 360° perspective on IoT deployments.

Today, Pierre leverages this expertise to help Building Management System stakeholders optimize infrastructure and reduce project costs through LoRaWAN solutions. His combined technical and commercial experience makes him a trusted partner for companies seeking to bridge the gap between innovation, deployment, and business impact in the Smart Building sector.

Rachel has 20 years’ experience in the multi-national construction and facilities management industry. With a focus on driving greater efficiency, safety, sustainability, and visibility of supply chains across physical and digital channels, Rachel’s leadership and extensive industry knowledge is instrumental to helping GS1 UK members transform the construction industry.

Corc Mityesoglu is a leading voice in the transition to wireless building automation. With a strong background in both business and technology, he plays a strategic role in helping system integrators, manufacturers, and consultants adopt high-performance wireless solutions for HVAC, lighting, and energy systems.
He brings deep expertise in addressing the technical and commercial challenges of wireless adoption, focusing on reliability, scalability, and interference-free performance in complex environments.
At LumenRadio, Corc works closely with both product development and the market to turn cutting-edge wireless innovations into practical solutions.

Hugh Amoyal is the CEO of Bueno Analytics, a global smart building platform delivering data-driven optimisation across commercial real estate and grocery sectors. Since taking the helm in 2022, Hugh has led the company’s international expansion, helping clients use building data to improve energy performance, reduce emissions, and streamline operations at scale.

With over two decades of executive experience in data analytics, SaaS, and business strategy, Hugh has held senior leadership roles across technology, sustainability, and market intelligence organisations. His background includes driving innovation and digital transformation for clients in government, infrastructure, and enterprise environments.

Known for his pragmatic approach and commercial acumen, Hugh is passionate about helping the built environment move from ambition to action—using data as a lever for better building performance and smarter decision-making.

David leads Technical Infrastructure in Google’s commercial real estate group. His focus is on setting strategy and technical direction for digital and environmental systems, all in service of Google’s sustainability goals and optmising the ‘Googler’ experience.

David is a mechanical engineer by background and training. Prior to his current role David worked for engineering consulting firms Arup and Atelier Ten where he led project teams in the UK, USA and Middle East. David has an unswerving commitment to the delivery of sustainability in the built environment.

As the UK South Sales Manager at Sontay, Stan has immersed himself in the HVAC industry, Stan’s initial focus is understanding Sontay's customer base and fulfilling customer promises by fostering relationships and deepening product knowledge.

Since November 2024, Stan has been Vice Chair of BCIA's Young Engineers Network where he is motivated by a vision to bring fresh energy and focused support to young engineers, strengthening their professional networks, knowledge, and confidence in the industry.

• An electrical building services engineer by background, Chris is a multi-disciplinary project leader for Arup with experience in commercial (developer and occupier), residential and education buildings. His favourite project is the 50 storey 8 Bishopsgate tower in the City of London, where he led the Arup team from inception through to practical completion some ten years later.

Dawn is a passionate advocate for future talent development. Joining Schneider Electric in 2023, leading Career Programmes across the UK and Ireland, including Apprenticeships, T Levels, Ex-Military and STEM initiatives. She believes in creating inclusive, empowering career pathways that equip individuals with the skills and experiences to thrive. Dawn joined Schneider Electric from a career in further education, where she discovered the power of confidence and opportunity. Leading teams across multiple college sites that supported young people through T Levels, employer engagement, and work placements. Joining the T Level Ambassador Network in 2019, she became one of the first two National Vice Chairs in 2021. Dawn’s 3-year tenure ended in 2024 where she remained a passionate ambassador, and taking time back in building on her innovative approach to early careers at Schneider Electric.

Ramesh brings his expertise in Digital Transformation and outsourcing to Cevitr, a company that specialises in automation and AI -  backed by over two decades of experience in technology businesses. According to him, “disruptive innovation is accelerated when breakthrough technology is accessible to everyone,” and he is passionate about working with businesses to simplify their automation journeys.

Before embarking on his entrepreneurial venture, Ramesh worked in various leadership capacities in Cognizant, Tata Consultancy Services and Harman International (A Samsung Company) having organically grown business portfolios that he was responsible for. Ramesh has a track record of driving strategic transformation deals across the UK, Europe and the Asia Pacific. He is passionate about fostering robust business relationships and driving value creation with a focus on outcomes.

Adam Ward is a visionary leader at the forefront of innovation in building management and smart technologies. With a passion for leveraging cutting-edge solutions to drive operational excellence, Adam brings over two decades of experience to his role as a key figure at Space Group.

As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Twinview, Adam spearheads the development and implementation of groundbreaking solutions that empower organisations to optimise their building operations with confidence. His expertise lies in harnessing the power of data analytics, IoT, and Digital Twin technology to create sustainable, efficient, and user-centric environments.

With a diverse background spanning architecture, software development, and business strategy, Adam is known for his dynamic presentations and thought-provoking insights. Whether he's sharing best practices for building management, discussing the future of smart buildings, or exploring the transformative potential of Digital Twins, Adam's engaging storytelling and depth of knowledge captivate audiences worldwide.

Come and see Adam's talk, where he continues to inspire and empower audiences with his visionary approach to building a smarter, more sustainable future.

Simon Ward is an experienced Sales Professional in the building automation market. He has extensive experience of the installation and use of room controls as well as technical knowledge of advanced building automation in commercial buildings such as offices, hotels and apartments. He started his career at Distech Controls in 2015 and has built a successful sales team in the UK, positioning Distech Controls as a tier 1 vendor in the UK and Irish markets.

James Palmer has over 35 years of experience in the smart buildings industry. From the early days of machine-to-machine integration, he has been at the forefront of making buildings smarter. James has led the rollout of smart monitoring solutions for major blue-chip companies like Verizon, Deutsche Bank, and COLT Telecom. He has also helped a major retail chain reduce its total energy spend by over 40% and has worked in housing from the ultra-high end to sheltered accommodation. There’s little in the smart buildings industry that James hasn’t encountered.

Peter is an experienced business leader with a deep passion for leveraging digitalization to drive sustainability. With a strong foundation in Telecoms, Peter has transitioned from leading his own consultancy to focusing on the transformative benefits of IoT deployments. He is dedicated to exploring how technology can create sustainable solutions and deliver tangible advantages across industries. He currently works for TEKTELIC as the UK Business Development and Sales Director and represents the LoRa Alliance as a LoRaWAN Ambassador.

Edward Boute is the CEO of FixForm, a published author, and a renowned technology evangelist. With over a decade at Google where he led the Cloud division for the Benelux, Edward has been a keynote speaker on artificial intelligence since 2017. Today, he brings his expertise to the healthcare and facility sectors through FixForm, helping them navigate digital transformation with clarity and impact.

A recognised thought leader in service industries, Mark has been helping organisations drive business transformation for over 25 years. From bringing Service Lifecycle Management (SLM) solutions to market with Servigistics, introducing Connected FSM to the marketplace with PTC and steering IFS to become a recognised leader in Service and Asset Management. Mark has worked with some of the World’s largest facilities services organisations including Mitie, ISS, PHS and Homeserve. Mark was recently named one of the most influential people in field service by Field Service News.

With over 10 years of experience in smart building platforms, Brett specialises in implementing large-scale projects for multinational organisations across both the UK & Ireland and internationally. Brett helps organisations unlock the full potential of their buildings by leveraging AI, smart technologies, and sustainable solutions. Focusing on decarbonisation, net-zero goals, and operational efficiency, Brett leads digital transformation initiatives that enhance energy use, tenant comfort, safety, and security within the built environment.

Duncan is the Project Infrastructure Lead at One Sightsolutions, one of the UK's leading Master Systems Integrators, his role is there to help bridge the gap between IT and OT, and R&D and Operations.

The role includes offering IP network expertise and assistance to project engineers and third parties to allow smooth integration and conversation between IT and OT partners on various smart building projects across London. Amongst many things this has included deep analysis of behaviour of IoT devices on IP networks, and diagnosis of erroneous broadcast BACnet traffic on internetworks with hundreds of devices.

Tasks often involve working with large data sets such as network scans and COBie data drops from BIM exports, and leveraging tools to enable quick scraping, cleansing, and validation of properties such as asset identifiers to ensure uniqueness and that they are well formed in accordance with prescribed naming conventions.

Duncan is a proven technical enthusiast with a keen eye for quality, consistency, clarity and maximum efficiency. Coming from a strong background founded in computer science and IT networking, he transitioned to the smart building/IoT sphere in 2011. This included programming the underlying KNX and DALI building automation systems that run The Crystal, one of the greenest buildings in the world, a year after graduating with a degree in Computer Science from Loughborough University. The Crystal went on to be a finalist for the Best International KNX Project in the category Europe at the KNX Awards 2014, and won KNX Installation of the Year at the KNX UK Annual Awards 2014.

Over the years Duncan has worked very closely with the developers at Tridium, offering advice and recommendations on the new KNX driver for the Niagara Framework, along with architecting web-based tools that validate smart building systems against sets of defined naming conventions and CAD drawings, to wipe out human error.

After the completion of an apprenticeship in Machining and Fitting followed by a BSc in Engineering with Business Studies in the mid-1980’s, Jon started his career in the Building Services sector with Landis and Gyr as a Sales Engineer and progressed to a Senior Project Engineer.

Over the subsequent decade Jon developed his skills/experience of controls through a variety of different challenges ranging from telephone-controlled lighting systems to medical electronics, process controls and machine automation. After 12 years of controls experience, he identified a gap in the market for a customer-led (as opposed to product-led) controls company and as a result InTandem Systems Ltd was formed. This 35+ year career has enabled Jon to experience and contribute to an extensive range of projects and initiatives in the controls sector and to invest significantly in the development of future BMS Controls Engineers. He is a past President of the BCIA, a Fellow of CIBSE, a CIBSE Council Member, Chair of the CIBSE IT & Controls Group, Chair of the CIBSE AI Working Group, a Chartered Engineer, a UCL Industry Advisor, an EPA Assessor for the BMS Trailblazer Apprenticeship and promotes professional development for all Building Services Engineers.

Anthony is an Intelligent Building specialist at Honeywell Building Automation. He is involved with all aspects of building management system (BMS) planning, from helping ensure the optimum occupant experience, through to next generation energy management and digitisation of the building.

There is a growing demand for BMS installations to support wellbeing and productivity while also delivering flexibility and sustainability. Anthony’s 30 years’ experience in the building industry has equipped him with the knowledge required to assist in this rapidly changing marketplace and help support projects that can fully meet client goals.

Anthony has project experience across a wide range of market segments, including commercial office space, healthcare, retail, residential, data and education.

Netza is a Chartered Engineer and senior leader with over 25 years’ experience spanning real estate, facilities, sustainability, and corporate ESG strategy. He has a proven track record of delivering operational excellence, leading technical teams, and driving net zero pathways across global organisations. Skilled at board-level reporting, stakeholder engagement, and implementing innovative building performance strategies that reduce emissions, enhance efficiency, and strengthen ESG ratings. Experienced trustee and advisor with governance expertise in both corporate and non-profit sectors. Netza Jack is also a Warwick Business School Alumni,

Netza has also worked for a wide range of recognized companies such as British Land, Tishman Speyer and The FA, implementing new technologies such as building metering and battery storage technology, green initiatives and strategies for building optimisation and carbon reporting. He is also a previous winner of the CIBSE Building Performance Awards, recognised for Building Operation and recently shortlisted for 2025 CIBSE Engineer of the Year.

His current roles focused on providing strategic leadership as well as the operational performance management of Engineering (and other related services), ensuring that the day-to-day operation is delivered to a high standard with efficient and smart performance.

Netza is currently in the process of implementing a data-led predictive maintenance (DLM) system with Engineering firm, TwentyOne Engineering. Although this technology and its methods are at an infancy stage, Netza is currently leading on its delivery, and has identified that the Building Services industry would require trained/ tech-savvy staff with the right insight to manage and operate these new systems. His article covering this topic has been posted on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/has-pandemic-presented-clear-pathway-introduction-fm-jack-ceng-ciwfm/?trackingId=jJT1vqHUSsuNUA9evgkdwg%3D%3D

Working within Cisco’s Global Partner Organisation Sam leads the Intelligent Environments Practice for Cisco in EMEA. Sam has been involved in several ground-breaking Real Estate and Workplace projects ranging from 150 Holborn, 22 Bishopsgate and Canary Wharf. Sam advises real estate developers on innovation and automation within the built environment and enterprise tenants on their future workplace strategy. Sam is a passionate believer in combinatorial innovation leveraging the capabilities of multiple organisations and technologies in partnership. Sam has been at Cisco for 8 years, prior to this Sam was Group Commercial Director of a SaaS scale-up, spent nine years in technology sector investment banking and six years in the military.

Ryan is a Senior Technical Solution Engineer at Cisco and is currently based in Dallas, TX. Ryan leads intelligent building design, data strategy and digital transformation for Cisco. Previously, he lead architecture system design and implementation for Schneider Electric in North America. Ryan is a member of The Bacnet Advisory Board for ASHRAE as well as several committee and working group standards. He has a B.S in Mathematics from Rutgers University and an MBA from Westerns Governors University. Certifications: CESAM Architect, CEM, CCNP, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, Smartscore and Wiredscore AP RCDD.

Mo Shakoori founded Ideal 16 years ago with a clear mission: to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions and for the past 10 years Ideal have become known as the leading IT partner for smart buildings.

Ideal operates as a true end-to-end lifecycle partner in smart building projects. From consultation and design to delivery, implementation, and ongoing support, Ideal integrates networks that align real estate, BMS vendors, and IT/IoT partners. This holistic approach is where Ideal truly differentiates themselves.

With more than 40 successful customer projects, Ideal boasts some of the UK’s most prestigious reference sites for network integration in next-generation workplaces. These include 150 Holborn, 22 Bishopsgate, Battersea Power Station Development Phases 1, 2 & 3, and Co-op Live Arena.

David Grundy is a seasoned business development executive with over 20 years of experience across the built environment sector. His career spans technical facilities management at the likes of GSH Group (now ISS Technical Services), energy and estate performance at Matrix Control Solutions (now E.ON Controls), and more recently, a focus on Smart Buildings, Digital Twins, and related advisory services at PARA (a Sidara Company). David is known for his customer-centric approach, prioritizing solution value over technology for technology’s sake.

At the forefront of JLL's property management revolution, I lead the EMEA charge in adopting cutting-edge digital solutions like Building Engines PRISM. Our team is reshaping the digital landscape for building owners and operators, making significant strides in portfolio management and operation efficiency. My role pivots on leveraging technology to transform the traditional real estate model, ensuring sustainability and compliance are at the core of our digital strategy.

With a proven track record in program management and due diligence, I've excelled in guiding key investors through the digital management of their assets. My recent work as PAM Tech Lead for JLL Technologies was instrumental in the integration of innovative platforms such as Hank and HQO, which have been game-changers in the real estate sector. The goal is clear: to simplify complex tech transitions and enable real estate entities to thrive in the digital era.

Vivek Shrivas is a Chartered Engineer with over 17 years of experience in Building Management Systems (BMS), energy optimisation, and building automation. He has worked with global companies including Siemens, Trane, and Reliable Controls, and now leads the BMS controls team at Arup’s Dublin office.

Vivek focuses on improving building performance through smart controls, system integration, and data-driven insights. He works across sectors including data centres, commercial buildings, healthcare, and pharma, helping clients meet energy and carbon goals through practical BMS solutions.

Navjeet is passionate about technologies that drive innovation and sustainability in the built environment, particularly how they work and why some cases they often don’t, as expected.

He is a regular speaker at the Smart Building Show, with over 18 years experience in real estate and PropTech industries, Navjeet brings a cross disciplinary perspective grounded in practical outcomes.

Over the past 4 years, Navjeet has led bGrid’s UK and Western Europe expansion, collaborating with clients and partners to deliver data driven strategies across climate, lighting, and workplace systems: enhancing building controls, streamline commissioning, and improving energy performance.

Katherine is the Global lead of Digital buildings for Google's Real Estate and Workplace Services organisation, transforming how Google approaches Digital Buildings.

To accomplish this, she is building a cross organizational IoT and Digital Building team, creating high quality tailored and globally scalable solutions, acting as a trusted technical IoT sponsor, and achieving product impact by developing data-driven business cases. Katherine regularly leads cross-organisational workshops and hosts training for 100s of people, while also presenting at many external conferences.

Katherine is a Charter professional engineer with technical skill sets in IoT, Digital Buildings, Building systems, Technical infrastructure, IT technologies, strong communication, business and leadership skills.

Harri John is the Head of Digital Transformation at CBRE, where she helps clients navigate the complex world of real estate technology. She works with clients to identify the right solutions, shape their roadmaps, and implement sustainable change.

She specializes in a business-led approach to create compelling business cases for digital investments, helping clients—from investors and developers to occupiers—understand the value of adopting new technologies, starting with an understanding of the people.

As a leader at the intersection of the physical, human, and digital, Harri helps clients identify the best digital solutions to enhance real estate portfolios, developments, and workplaces. She has deep expertise in translating a business's needs into a clear digital strategy, ensuring that technology serves as a core pillar to drive business value and transform the built environment.

Mark has over 15 years of experience driving transformation and innovation within the property services and real estate sectors, having held significant strategic and operational roles with leading industry organisations including Bellrock, Legal & General, Capita and Mitie. Notably, he most recently led the creation and implementation of the award-winning Mercury property management model at Legal & General.

André is the Managing Director of Energy and Smart Engineering at Bellrock Group, where he leads a team of specialist energy and reliability engineering consultants, data scientists, and analysts. Their focus is on digitising and optimising traditional facilities management processes, offering customers valuable insights on planner + reactive work order, supply chain data as well as carbon reduction and Net Zero strategies.
He also serves as a Venture Partner at UK REACH, evaluating early-stage technology start-ups from Europe entering the UK market. Additionally, André is a Board Member of the UK PropTech Association, where he plays an active role in advancing the digital transformation of the property industry.

Previously, André made notable contributions at JLL, where he established smart building services that have since become global, digital, and dynamic solutions. By leveraging a virtual bureau team in combination with AI-driven technology and IoT systems, he delivered significant improvements in operational efficiency and energy management. Subsequently, André joined JLL Spark, where he was instrumental in managing a $400 million corporate venture fund, overseeing investment in more than 55 start-ups, and holding several board positions. In these roles, he ensured alignment with internal technology strategies, engaged with business stakeholders, mentored early-stage technology companies, and drove strategic growth. Andre also spent 11 Years at MITIE Group working his way from HVAC Engineer to Director leading teams of over 280 for Hard and Soft services.

Turchian Omer is the co-founder of Innon and a visionary entrepreneur passionate about reducing energy waste and improving comfort in buildings using technology. In 2008, she founded Innon, leveraging her software development and marketing experience to create one of the most innovative technology providers in the building automation space. With a strong belief that business is the ultimate problem-solving machine, Turchian thrives on tackling challenges and turning ideas into impactful realities. Her diverse background and entrepreneurial spirit have driven her to explore new opportunities that technology provides. At the Niagara Forum, Turchian looks forward to sharing insights and exploring how technology will transform the way we use and perceive buildings.

Miguel is the EMEA Marketing and Product Manager for Lutron based in London. He joined Lutron in 2005 with two bachelor’s degrees in engineering. During his career at Lutron, he has held several positions, ranging from product development to marketing and product management. He is currently a sr. manager at Lutron and holds several positions of leadership in a number of organizations, such as the LIA, the DALI Alliance and LightingEurope.

With over 10 years of experience in smart building platforms, Brett specialises in implementing large-scale projects for multinational organisations across both the UK & Ireland and internationally. Brett helps organisations unlock the full potential of their buildings by leveraging AI, smart technologies, and sustainable solutions. Focusing on decarbonisation, net-zero goals, and operational efficiency, Brett leads digital transformation initiatives that enhance energy use, tenant comfort, safety, and security within the built environment.

With more than 30 years’ experience in designing, installing and managing enterprise infrastructure solutions, Mike specialises in developing intelligent building solutions that convert technological innovation into valuable business outcomes. He joined LMG in 2007 when it acquired 2iServices, a company he founded and the world’s first organisation dedicated to creating automated infrastructure management solutions.

Dan is an industry renowned Consultant and Technologist within Smart Buildings and Workplace Technology sectors. With an impressive career spanning 15 years in consultancy, Dan has recently assumed the esteemed role of UK Director at Hereworks, the leading agnostic full stack master systems integrator.

As a sought-after speaker and contributor to multiple industry publications, Dan has consistently demonstrated his ability to empower businesses to realise their aspirations through ground-breaking technology projects and programmes. His claim to fame lies in his ability to spearhead ground-breaking real estate technology projects that have consistently empowered businesses to reach their objectives.

At the core of Dan's approach is his dedication to empowering users, delivering exceptional Return on Investment (ROI) and service excellence. He prides himself on offering clients seamless and inclusive user experiences, redefining the way businesses interact with technology in their workspaces.

With an unwavering commitment to innovation and transformation, Dan continues to set new standards in the industry, propelling Smart Buildings and Workplace Technology to new heights.

Commercial Director at Simmtronic, Jess is responsible for all commercial strategy, revenue streams and commercial decision making across the business. An avid data enthusiast, she enjoys bringing customers closer to actionable insights for their projects, challenging assumptions about what good looks like and focusing on automations and integrations that reduce energy consumption and optimise performance for real world Return on Investment (ROI).

As Chairperson of the Digital Buildings Council (DBC), she works collaboratively with the incredible member companies of the DBC to drive meaningful change in the built environment.
Jess views encouraging diversity and inclusion as a key part of the group's work, and is dedicated to helping young professionals discover the fascinating opportunities within this space.

Matthew is at the forefront of the transformative impact of Agentic AI on the workplace. As AI evolves from a passive tool into an active, goal-driven collaborator, Matt's work with institutions to reimagine how work is structured, decisions are made, and environments adapt to human needs is driving the evolution of Digital Buildings. Drawing on real-world insights and emerging use cases, Matt has led Smart Building projects to deliver intelligent automation, proactive space optimisation, and predictive decision support—empowering employees, enhancing productivity, and reshaping office design.

Specialized in enabling smart buildings for Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health systems across commercial, residential, and logistic building types. My primary focus is on developing asset modeling and data extraction techniques. We create comprehensive Design and Modeling Guides for all asset types, detailing the necessary data for performance, lifecycle management, and the automation of asset onboarding to the cloud.

Brad Pilgrim is the co-founder and CEO of Parity - a Remote HVAC Optimization as a Service company, focused on buildings in the multifamily and hospitality sectors. Prior to Parity, Brad was on the ground floor of several small businesses and startups. In his early to mid-twenties, Brad led sales efforts in Canada and US for two solar technologies companies that were both acquired by a Fortune 200 companies. Through years of mentorship and working closely with the founders and investors of previous companies, Brad turned his attention to solving the energy waste problem in buildings, the largest contributor of CO2 emissions globally.

Since late 2016, Brad has led his team to develop and deploy Parity Inc in Canada and US into some of the biggest names in real estate and secure investment in Parity from both private equity and institutional venture capital firms from the US and Canada.

Nick Malby, Business Development and Account Manager, Synapsys Solutions

With over 20 years of experience in the Building Management System (BMS) and controls industry, Nick Malby brings deep technical insight and real-world perspective to the challenges facing modern smart buildings. Having worked with several major players in the field, he has helped countless organisations unlock greater efficiency and data visibility through better integration practices.

At Synapsys Solutions, Nick plays a pivotal role in guiding clients through the evolving landscape of metering and energy data integration. His passion for simplifying complex systems and his ability to translate technical innovation into practical outcomes make him an engaging and trusted advisor to building owners, engineers, and facilities managers alike.

Pete is an accomplished Sales and Business Development Manager with expertise in Data, AI and IoT with a proven track record across the UKI, EMEA, and North America. Pete has managed global reseller accounts, developed pan-European go-to-market strategies, and built strategic partnerships across Data, AI and IoT ecosystems.

He has engaged with key stakeholders including distributors, solution providers, and hardware manufacturers, and has been instrumental in driving innovation and growth in the technology sector.

Pete has also co-hosted an IoT podcast, where he interviewed global IoT leaders and industry experts. In addition to his industry work, he delivers guest lectures at universities on careers in technology and IoT, and mentors students through the Hallam Collective at Sheffield Hallam University.

Tomás Mac Eoin is the CEO of Hereworks, a leading Master Systems Integrator (MSI) operating in Ireland and the UK. With over two decades of experience in IP networks, automation and RF engineering, Tomás brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic leadership to the smart building industry.

A passionate advocate for human-centric design, Tomás believes that understanding human behaviour through smart building data is key to unlocking sustainability, productivity, and optimal space utilisation. His work focuses on bridging the gap between digital infrastructure and the lived experience of building occupants, ensuring that technology serves people - not the other way around.

At the Smart Building Show, Tomás will share insights on operationalising smart buildings, drawing from real-world lessons and best practices to help organisations create spaces that truly work for the people who use them.

Dr Shelley James is a lighting design consultant, TEDx Speaker, author and member of the WELL Light Advisory. She is also a trained electrician and Visiting Lecturer at UCL Bartlett and the Royal College of Art.

Florian is the IT Senior Programme Manager for Real Estate at Chanel Corporate. With over a decade of experience in delivering high-end buildings in the luxury sector, Florian is now leading the technological design and vision for Chanel’s new Global Corporate headquarters. This building represents Chanel's boldest commitment to technological innovations and sustainable design to date, with a strategic focus on creating a SMART Building that represent company’s values.

His approach to Real Estate is deeply human-centric and highly invested in accessible design. He believes that the wellbeing of our occupants is paramount, and the space and technology should be designed to serve them. This new headquarters will reflect this philosophy, ensuring that every aspect of the building enhances the wellbeing of those who work in and visit it.

Katherine is the Global lead of Digital buildings for Google's Real Estate and Workplace Services organisation, transforming how Google approaches Digital Buildings.

To accomplish this, she is building a cross organizational IoT and Digital Building team, creating high quality tailored and globally scalable solutions, acting as a trusted technical IoT sponsor, and achieving product impact by developing data-driven business cases. Katherine regularly leads cross-organisational workshops and hosts training for 100s of people, while also presenting at many external conferences.

Katherine is a Charter professional engineer with technical skill sets in IoT, Digital Buildings, Building systems, Technical infrastructure, IT technologies, strong communication, business and leadership skills.

Hashil is Managing Director at Karsons Consulting, a Chartered Building Services Engineer, and Fellow of CIBSE with over 15 years' experience delivering energy-efficient design, FM consulting, and post-occupancy optimisation.

Known for turning real building data into real savings, Hashil specialises in helping commercial landlords, property managers, and occupiers close the performance gap between design intent and operational reality. He’s led energy strategies for everything from heritage-listed London properties to modern tech campuses, always focusing on practical, cost-effective results.

A recognised CPD trainer and industry mentor, Hashil combines technical depth with a relatable, no-nonsense style that’s earned him the trust of some of the UK’s leading property and facilities firms.

Iain is a qualified electrician, technician and KNX Tutor with over 31 years of experience. He has been actively involved in the promotion of KNX technologies in the UK since 2007 and is current Chair of KNX UK.

Throughout his years working with and representing KNX at a national and international level, Iain has presented countless talks on many associated subjects and moderated panels in the Smart technology sector.

Graham is a veteran in the microelectronics industry with over 40 years experience in wireless solutions at various Engineering, Sales and Marketing positions in USA, GB, Germany, Austria and Norway. He founded the EnOcean Alliance in 2007 to create an open standard for energy harvesting powered wireless solutions for smart buildings. Before joining EnOcean he was a pioneer in low power wireless sensor networks at Chipcon, Texas Instruments and austriamicrosystems. Graham studied in USA and GB and is a Physics Graduate from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland.

Thomas Kurowski is President of the BACnet Interest Group Europe (BIG-EU) and serves as Technical Regulation and Standardization Manager at Siemens Smart Infrastructure.

A passionate advocate for open standards, he plays a key role in global initiatives. As a voting member of the ASHRAE SSPC 135 BACnet Committee and expert at CEN TC 247, Thomas is instrumental in shaping the future of BACnet to ensure seamless system interoperability.

His dedication also extends into the IoT space, where he is Vice President of the European Region for the Thread Group.

Thomas is a sought-after speaker on emerging trends like cyber-secure BACnet/SC and the growing importance of smart automation in driving sustainability.

With deep technical knowledge and a clear vision, he connects innovation to real-world impact.

Alastair Tucker-Brown is a Smart Buildings Specialist at Cisco, bringing over two decades of expertise in Enterprise Data Networking. He has worked at senior levels with national and global organizations, helping them leverage the latest technology to achieve business transformation and drive true outcomes. Known for his ability to understand core business objectives, Alastair develops strategies that translate technological advancements into tangible outcomes. Beyond his professional achievements, he is also an accomplished athlete, having represented Team GB in European and World Duathlon Championships in 2025

Ray Tredoux is the Smart Building Lead at Fexillon, where he has spent the last 3 years helping design and implement Smart Building solutions for building owners and operators.
His background of 3 decades of IoT and embedded telematic systems has given him a deep insight into data communications and real-time data driven environments and integration into cloud based platforms. Ray enjoys collaborative working with teams across UK, US and Europe to deliver Digital Twin solutions focused on operational efficiency and ESG compliance.

Dmitrijs Jurins is the Chief Technology Officer at Fexillon, bringing over two decades of experience in SaaS R&D, with more than 15 years in IoT systems and a strong focus on Smart Building technologies. He has spent the last four years designing, implementing, and scaling Digital Twin solutions for major commercial real estate portfolios, with a focus on operational intelligence, ESG compliance, and lifecycle efficiency.

Dmitrijs leads cross-functional teams across the UK and Europe, guiding the development of cloud-based platforms that integrate AI, IoT, and facilities management systems into unified, data-driven environments. His work supports owners and operators in achieving measurable ROI through energy optimization, predictive maintenance, and regulatory alignment.

A frequent contributor to industry events, Dmitrijs combines deep technical insight with strategic acumen to help shape the digital transformation of the built environment.

George Wylie brings over 25 years of experience in the building automation, security, room control, and HVAC industry. Having worked extensively across the sector, he has built a strong track record in delivering smart, efficient, and secure building solutions that enhance both performance and occupant experience.

Now focused on the EMEA region, George as a Smart buildings Manufacturer from Delta Controls helps organisations implement energy-efficient intelligent building strategies, with a particular emphasis on reducing energy consumption and achieving sustainability goals through advanced automation.

At the Smart Building Show, George will present:
Title: Demand Based Ventilation & Energy Savings
Subtitle: Leveraging Delta Controls O3 and Red5 Platforms

He will explore how next-generation building controls can unlock significant energy savings, while creating more adaptive, connected, and future-ready environments.

Francesca is a seasoned Digital Lead with over 7 years’ experience in BIM and digital transformation within the construction sector. With a Master’s in BIM, she has held pivotal roles at top-tier consultant and contractor organisations, demonstrating her expertise in driving strategic digital implementations that align with company objectives. Francesca manages the digital team, overseeing project delivery and digital innovation across all initiatives, ensuring high standards and seamless integration across complex, multi-stakeholder projects.

Francesca is Head of Regional Leads for UK and Ireland for Women in BIM London, actively promoting diversity and inclusion while engaging with peers at major industry events. Known for her dedication to upskilling and knowledge sharing, Francesca leverages her collaborative approach and passion for technology to foster a culture of excellence, continually exploring new solutions to enhance team performance and deliver exceptional project outcomes.

Gregor Hoefter is the CEO and founder of GridDuck, the intelligent energy management system for commercial buildings. Bringing previous experience in telecommunications and banking, Gregor launched GridDuck in 2015 to solve the extensive problem of energy waste in British businesses. Since then, Gregor has worked with GridDuck to enable energy savings of up to 58% in companies across manufacturing, retail, hospitality, agriculture and the public sector, including National Highways, Deliveroo, Heineken, Pepsico and GoAhead. Through his work at GridDuck, Gregor has developed an expertise in helping businesses save energy with a particular focus on the power of energy data to inform, improve and evaluate business energy management strategies.

Tomás Mac Eoin is the CEO of Hereworks, a leading Master Systems Integrator (MSI) operating in Ireland and the UK. With over two decades of experience in IP networks, automation and RF engineering, Tomás brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic leadership to the smart building industry.

A passionate advocate for human-centric design, Tomás believes that understanding human behaviour through smart building data is key to unlocking sustainability, productivity, and optimal space utilisation. His work focuses on bridging the gap between digital infrastructure and the lived experience of building occupants, ensuring that technology serves people - not the other way around.

At the Smart Building Show, Tomás will share insights on operationalising smart buildings, drawing from real-world lessons and best practices to help organisations create spaces that truly work for the people who use them.

Gary Bark is a seasoned expert in the smart‑buildings and energy‑efficiency sector, with over 34 years of experience delivering innovation and measurable business value in global markets. As an innovator in building controls, energy analytics, and green‑technology solutions, he has cultivated partnerships to deliver sustainable outcomes for clients worldwide.

At Optimised, Gary has been instrumental in driving the company’s strategic vision, including sales, marketing, and management. Gary is passionate about identifying ROI and delivering compelling results. His teams tackle the energy waste challenge head‑on—addressing building HVAC systems that often consume 40% of a facility’s energy budget, with up to 25% wastage—and demonstrate how smart technology, expertise, and data can unlock substantial savings and performance improvements.

Gary frequently appears as a guest speaker and thought leader, sharing strategies to reduce energy usage and optimise building performance. His presentations offer practical guidance, real‑world case studies, and tangible ROI frameworks, making energy efficiency not only sustainable but commercially viable.

Arnis Glāznieks is the Executive Director and founder of MESH GROUP Ltd., a smart energy infrastructure company specializing in indoor air quality monitoring and HVAC control. For over a decade, MESH GROUP's software and electronics have powered smarter, healthier buildings - earning the trust of over 1,000 buildings, including every public school in Latvia.

With deep expertise in technology, energy efficiency, and public infrastructure, Arnis plays a key role in shaping the future of sustainable buildings. He is also a member of the Smart Energy Expert Working Group of the Latvian Council of Science, where he contributes to national strategies on smart energy and innovation.

At the Smart Buildings Show, Arnis brings his hands-on experience in delivering scalable, real-world solutions that improve indoor environments, reduce energy costs, and support long-term sustainability goals.

Joining as co-speaker, Līva Lelīte, International Sales Manager at MESH, is on a mission to raise awareness of indoor air quality by sharing the story of MESH’s work with schools, public institutions, and commercial buildings to inspire real action beyond Latvia’s borders through international collaboration and smart building solutions.

Jeff Hayward is the producer and co-host of the monthly podcast series for home technology integrators, The Integrated Home.

The series is uniquely pitched to provide valuable insights from integrators into the world of professional smart home design, installation and maintenance. As an industry marketer within the building control systems space for more than 25 years, Jeff is also a co-owner of digital marketing and communications company, Wildwood Plus, who are the retained agency for CEDIA in the EMEA region. Wildwood Plus has extensive industry experience and currently represents Distech Controls, Control4, Sonos, Snap One, L-Acoustics, and other technology brands across the globe.

More information on The Integrated Home podcast is available at www.podfollow.com/the-integrated-home and on Wildwood Plus at www.wildwoodplus.com.

Richard Reid is the Business Development Director at SCCI Group, a leading provider of technical services across TV & media systems, satellite and fibre distribution networks, security systems, outside broadcast, and fire & life safety solutions.

Previously the Managing Director of Aonyx, Richard played a pivotal role in establishing the firm’s reputation for delivering high-end audio-visual and home automation systems. Under his leadership, Aonyx became a trusted partner to property developers, M&E consultants, architects, and interior designers, contributing to residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments across London and the South East.

Aonyx is now part of SCCI Group, where Richard brings his deep industry knowledge and strategic insight to drive growth, forge new partnerships, and expand the company’s reach in delivering cutting-edge services and technology solutions across the UK.

Joe Short is the Chief Science Officer and Co-Founder of Demand Logic. With over 30 years in the sustainability sector, Joe leverages his background in physics, renewable energy, and sustainable development to drive innovation and lead the scientific and technical strategy for Demand Logic’s platform. He co-founded the company in 2007, building on his previous work in promoting demand response policies in Parliament and as an environmental advocate. His expertise in data science underpins the company’s focus on energy efficiency and building performance analytics.

Geoff is Demand Logic’s Strategic Partnership Manager, building strong client relationships and ensuring services align with their objectives. A chartered surveyor with a background in commercial property asset management, Geoff combines deep sector knowledge with a clear, pragmatic view of where technology can drive real-world impact. This blend of expertise enables him to help clients bridge the gap between sector challenges and practical innovation.