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Rob is the founder of Green-Buildings.com.
Our mission is to connect and educate the world's green building professionals with helpful online tools, useful information and opportunities for work experience.
Mr. Langer represents the firm's clients in all phases of land use and development and provides counsel on issues related to property development, lease drafting and zoning representation and compliance.
Cohen and Wolf, P.C. is a full-...
Sr. Project Ops Consultant at Bank of America. Prevsiously project manager for Corporate Workplace creating and implementing a flexible work program. During that time, I managed a project that became LEED Certified and thus my interest in LEED...
Howard is a economist and principal of Green Competitive Advantage. His firm is a consultancy working with business in the areas of social change and energy management. He is a LEED Green associate.
Alex Spilger, LEED AP is Principal and Founder of GreenStep.
GreenStep's mission is to educate and empower members of the building community with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully implement green building practices in their...
David M. Pratt, P.E., CEM, LEED AP is an Energy Management Consultant for Sustainable Climate and Energy Solutions group of MWH Americas, Inc.
MWH is the global leader of the wet infrastructure sector.
The MWH organization is...
Onell González-Martínez received a Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science from the University of Puerto Rico in Rio Piedras. Took several graduated courses of a Master Degree in Environmental Planning curriculum from the Graduated School of...
I am a recent graduate of Cornell University, where I studied Environmental Science and concentrated in Sustainable Development. My interest in green building and LEED stems from my project-based coursework at Cornell, where I proposed design...
I am a PE (civil engineering) and a LEED GA and currently working for a municipality, but looking to utilize my LEED qualifications in a future position.
Over 15 years successful in the architectural business and 5 years Design management with international experience in Middle East, Principal and Founder of green unit in ZFP, Creative Problem Solver with residential and commercial Projects,...
John Schafer is a LEED AP BD+C and has 25 years experience in the Janitorial/Hospitality Industry. He is also an ISSA Green Cleaning Professional and can provide expertise relating to Green Cleaning.
Staples Advantage, the business-to-...
I am a recent graduate of Columbia University with a Masters in Mechanical Engineering. My concentration was sustainable energy systems.
I would like to change the world we call home... All I need is the opportunity to shine.
Shuli Steele has supported advancements in education through work, her volunteer activities and her recently completed masters in architecture and position as a planning specialist for a higher education consulting firm.
Ace Glen Garcia, LEED Green Associate is a Mechanical Design Engineer at Hashem and Lehr International (HAL) Consultants in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
His professional experience and education gives him an edge in understanding engineering...
David Pratt is CEO of LoraxPro, a LEED Project Management Software as a Service (SaaS) offering that automates, simplifies and helps manages LEED projects. Visit LoraxPro.com for more information.
Prior to starting LoraxPro, David and his...
Raymond Cho, LEED Green Associate, works for UAK Builders and is a general Contractor specializing in Public works.
Scott DeGaro is a LEED Administrator for a 300-person multi-discipline firm with 8 offices in 4 states. Expertise in government projects and applying LEED and other sustainability measures to comply with state and federal mandates.
Independent writer producing informational and marketing content for the construction industry. Specializes in sustainability and green building practices.
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Richard serves as Owner at ESPS, LLC and is located in Cumming, GA. He is LEED AP BD+C certified and certified as a Project Management Professional. His company is currently working as Energy Consultants for commercial businesses and public...
Mohd Imran Shaikh, LEED AP BD+C is currently working as mechanical design engineer in CKR Consulting engineers and have extensive experience in design of HVAC services for hotels, showrooms, high rise commercial and residential buildings. Good...
I manage several complex global customers for Steelcase's Global Client Collaboration team - based in San Francisco. I am always looking to provide insights for our interconnected workplaces and layer sustainnable facility solutions for my...
Mr. Foster is an experienced Project Architect and Manager with strong leadership qualities and extensive knowledge of GREEN & LEED building development. He specializes in GREEN & LEED client communication, complete project organization...
Denise Colestock lives in San Diego, California with her son, dog and two cats. She is an interior designer with her LEED A.P. BD+C credentials, and loves looking at the whole picture when it comes to green building.
When she isn't...
Ms. Gonzalez-Jimenez, as Project Engineer with Expedient Energy, is responsible for LEED Project & Documentation Management, Energy Conservation, Building Commissioning, and Measurement and Verification (M&V) projects for the firm. She...
Louis Linder has over 20 years of experience formulating business-IT strategy in the Financial Services (Insurance/Re-Insurance, Banking, Brokerage), Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, Transportation, Travel and Real...
I am Civil Engineering graduate with 23 years of experience in construction & Project Management. I am a certified PMP & LEED AP BD+C.
I am an enthusiastic Spanish Architect. I arrived in California early this year, where I am starting to specialize in the field of sustainability. My current career objective is to continue to gain experience and further develop my design skills...
As a LEED BD+C, active member of USGBC South Florida as well as an Associate AIA Florida member, mixed media of artistic expression best describes my background and personality. With an education in Architecture as well as Fine Arts, giving back...
Sami A. Khalil, PMP, PMOC, LEED GA
Project Manager
Projacs International
Saudi Arabia
Akhilesh Reddy Endurthy is currently working as Energy Engineer with Lincus Inc in Monrovia, CA. He is a consultant for Southern California Edison involved in Technical Reviews, Energy Audits and Energy Simulations. He holds a Master's Degree in...
Maya Camou is a LEED AP with an MA in Design Management and BA in Interior Design. She has worked in the NYC industry for about 15 years. In her entrepreneurial sprite, she has created her own Sustainability and Management Consultancy - M3D...
Mr. Gomberg is a Project Management Professional (PMP)and LEED Green Associate with a Masters in Project Management and an MBA. He has more than five years of project management experience supporting Federal agencies on tenant improvements and...
Michael is a consulting engineer at Titus Energy Management Services, an energy consulting firm. A majority of his work experience specializes in utility-scale renewable energy developments, and optimizing industrial and HVAC systems. Michael has...
Renee Santalo LEED AP BD+C,Homes,ID+C - has worked as a green building consultant and construction project manager for almost 15 years.Renee has managed construction for Harvard University, Cheesecake Factory, PF Chang's, Mayor's Jewelers and...
I work for the Facility Management and Services division. I'm also on the sit'e Sustainability team. I've had my Green Associate credential almost two years now. Other responsibilites include BAS admin., CMMS admin., Refrigerant Compliance...
Lorne Mlotek is a LEED AP BD+C and studying Civil Engineering at the University of Toronto.
He is the principal of www.LeadingLEED.com which is an up to date LEED...
Mechanical Engineer for the consulting firm, Power Management Concepts.
Brigitte Steines, principal of steines architecture, lives and works in Lexington, Massachusetts. Prior to New England she spent almost 10 years in the San Francisco Bay area practicing residential architecture, pursuing commercial projects, and...
Melissa focuses her legal practice on construction law issues for design professionals, primarily architects and engineers. She maintains a blog entitled "Construction Law in North Carolina" which can be found at...
Gaston Kroub is a registered patent attorney and LEED GA, and a recognized authority on intellectual property (patent, trademark) and false advertising issues in the "green space". Gaston's legal practice focuses on intellectual property...
I am 27 years old and live in Okinawa, Japan. I graduated from San Jose State University in 2009 with a B.S. in Environmental Studies and a concentration in Energy. My passion is green buildings and I hope to work with green buildings in the near...
I grew up in Vermont and have had the opportunity to travel the country and parts of the world since I graduated high school. I have studied architectural engineering at several schools around the world. This has introduced me to several...
25 plus years of hands on construction and project management experience bring a unique factor to the eCaerus group. This understanding of schedule, budget and construction delivery methods help keep team members focused and on track. A master...
I am a LEED AP that specializes in Green Homes and Sustainability. I absolutely love being part of this green movement and helping other people become green too.
Roxanne Button AIA, LEED AP is Senior Architect & Sustainability Leader at Architectural Resources in Buffalo, NY. Roxanne has been involved in sustainable design as a green building consultant, a scriptwriter for a "green" TV series, and a...
Steven is relatively new to the industry having working in banking for 8 years before joining Chaney Enterprises in Waldorf, Maryland in February 2007. Since joining Chaney Enterprises, Steven have been active in the industry serving on the...
KAUSHIK K. SHANDILYA, QEP, FE, AICCE kshandi@rockets.utoledo.edu
PO Box 197, Toledo, Ohio, U.S.A.-43697-0197 : 419-464-1599
EDUCATION
Qualified Doctor of Philosophy (Civil...
Lance Michael Sprague holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree. He has recently been hard at work obtaining a number of green certifications including Master Green Building Professional, Build It Green - Green Point Advisor and Rater, and LEED...
Brandi, LEED Green Associate, has a BFA, and is inspired by the interactions between nature and the built world. She concentrated her design studies in environmentally conscious sustainable design practices and sustainable theory.
Through...
Y T Enterprises is an organisation with vision and a passion for sustainability through smarter living. We provide technical and strategic sustainability services to support high level of performance, quality and value in the built environment....
Yamini Gourishankar, LEED Green Associate, has a M.S in Structural Engineering, research on Green topics is my interest. Any reading material on Sustainability, I enjoy and love to share with people.
I bought my first house as a single woman when I was 25 years old, after many people warned me that I’d never find anything I could afford in Berkeley in a neighborhood I would live in. Perseverance and determination kept me looking at every...
I'm an Egyptian Architect with more than 20 years of international experience in Egypt & Qatar.
I'm a certified Project manager professional from PMI. Construction management is my specialty & it's the day to day practise, I gain...
GRW is ranked in the TOP 250 Architectural firms: Architectural Record & is in the TOP 100 Green design firms: Engineering News Record. Mr. Lacquement has over 18 years experience as an architect and leadership in sustainable design.
I am a Project Manager for Peter Caradonna Architecture and Planning, which has been one of the first LEED APs firms and member company of USGBC on Long Island since 2000.
I have helped found the USGBC Long Island Chapter in 2004 with...
Zach Rose is a LEED Accredited Professional based out of New York City and is CEO of Green Education Services (GreenEdu.com). With a Bachelor in Architecture from the University of Florida and Master of Architecture from the University of...
Christianna Raber is a DC native, and deeply committed to art, responsible architecture, and the environment. She is a graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, SMArch (2004), Rice University, BArch (2000), BA French (1998), and TJHSST...
Mr. Terrell is a project manager for a leading commercial real estate services firm. He has specialized training and experience in sustainable building design and construction and holds LEED AP (BD+C) and Green Globes Professional (GGP)...
The company handles variety of multi-discipline projects; from landmark townhouse development to mixed use high rise. It uses latest project development tools and marketing craft to merge the essential team skills with vital research and...
Joe Ogilvie, PMP, LEED AP is Principal at the Sustainable Asset Group, a Green Building Consultancy based in Toronto, ON specializing in evaluating attribute- based credit risk of LEED projects. He is also a CaGBC certified LEED Instructor at the...
Deepika Khowal, LEED Green Associate is an Architect and sustainability specialist. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Architecture from India and Masters of Science in Sustainable Design from Carnegie Mellon University, PA .She has her expertise in...
Teresa Burrelsman has been in architecture and green building for almost 20 years. She brings both a technical building science background and design skills to bear on creating deep green projects and corporate sustainability programs.
I am a sustainability and green building consultant. The core principle of my company is to green your bottom line through reducing your energy, water, and paper consumption, renovate or build green, reduce waste, and re-work your supply chain,...
The Different Drummer Initiative is an organized effort to develop and implement training and career interest in renewable technology and building. Drummer is also dedicated to the increased availability of quality training and implementation of...
Amanda L. Gourgue, CMP, LEED AP is a revolutionist! She started her own company called Meeting Revolution. It is a meeting and event company that specializes in environmental friendly meetings. Meeting Revolution also assists meeting facilities...
Sarah Gudeman is a mechanical design engineer and licensed EIT in the state of Nebraska. Ms. Gudeman also is a LEED Accredited Professional (BD+C) and an active member of the USGBC Nebraska Flatwater Chapter’s board of directors.
She...
Mr. Susskind is an HVAC engineer on many projects of all types and sizes all over the US. Background and experience spans architectural engineering, energy efficiency, and building automation systems.
He currently works for CPM Scheduling...
Jill Bellenger, ASLA, LEED GA, CPH is a founding principal at 3 Design Consulting LLC. She is a Landscape Designer and Certified Professional Horticulturist, with a focus on the principles of the Sustainable Sites Initiative and LEED. She is an...
Mr. Rosen is a New York State Registered Architect, LEED Accredited Professional and Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager with over 27 years experience in the design, construction and operations of healthcare facilities in the New York City...
Trent is a 24 year veteran of the insurance industry, and now uses his experience as a Property Programs Instructor for Vale Training Solutions in Arlington, Texas. He developed the Green Risk Professional designation as well as authoring...
Matt Rader has thirteen years experience in cost segregation, consulting and valuation providing federal and state tax benefits to investors and real estate owners in all 50 states. Matt has served virtually all service sectors including multi-...
I am a business and construction lawyer, LEED AP, and the lead editor of the Virginia Real Estate, Land Use and Construction Law Blog. I was named a "Leader in the Law" by Virginia Lawyer's Weekly for 2010 and a member of Virginia's Legal Elite...
Garratt Hasenstab is a Principal with Verdigris Group, a Chicago-based group of real estate-related entities that have established an international reputation for excellence in Green Building Consulting & LEED Certification Management,...
Michael is a Mechanical Engineering and Energy Industry professional with extensive background in the management of commercial, institutional, healthcare and industrial projects energy related projects. He has extensive background in design,...
Mr. Haller has over 25 years of proven success in project management, project controls, project engineering, planning/scheduling, construction and architectural/structural design.
Mr. Haller is certified as a LEED Accredited Professional...
Dean is trained as an architect and has worked in the UK and the Far East. Research into natural climate control and building form; interested in alternative energy and using solar/natural heating & cooling for 30 years. Worked in USA as...
Tnemec Company, Inc. is the largest privately held Industrial Coatings company in the United States, specializing in the manufacture of High Performance coatings for the following markets: Water Storage Tanks, Water and Wastewater, Architectural...
Linetec has earned a long-standing reputation as a leader in environmentally-conscious practices and finishing options. For more than a decade, environmental responsibility has been written into our core values.
Linetec offers a complete...
Kay Detter recently founded HSVGREEN 'Sustainable Media' to promote sustainability and show small business how to "go green" without losing your Zen.
Kay produces video podcasts about sustainability for the Huntsville area and assists...
Debra Miller recieved a BS in Architecture from Lawrence Institute of Technology, a MA in History with a concentration in Historic Preservation from Middle Tennessee State University. She works as the primary designer for Habitat for Humanity for...
I studied International Business in the United States prior to my employment with Skanska. I have been fortunate enough to work as a Mechanical Project Engineer on big scale projects such as Harmon Yard in Croton on Hudson, NY and Croton...
I have a background in Resource Management from University of Delhi (India) with a research focus in Green Building & Occupant Productivity. I have worked with the Indian State (Delhi) Department of Environment, and as a LEED consultant with...
Ms. Kohler has extensive experience in all phases of land use and development, regularly appearing before state agencies and local commissions on behalf of the firm's land use clients. She counsels clients on issues relating to property...
Anastasia is a registered architect and LEED accredited professional, she is currently the Director of Sustainability at Gannett Fleming, an award-winning, full service architecture engineering, construction and construction management firm with...
I currently work for an Environmental Consulting Firm with offices located in Southern California. I have been active with Air Quality and Global Climate Change issues associated with energy reductions for development projects. I am a LEED Green...
Liz Argo is the president and founder of Argo Consulting. Through Argo Consulting, Argo provides production management, feasibility review, grant development, installation design, and education/outreach services to the wind and photovoltaic...
I am a green building consultant in leed and China Green building, and my major is HVAC and thermal use of solar energy. Lifelong learning is a philosophy of life, fired by curiosity and passion. I love green building and join in the green...
Aquidneck Properties is one of New England's leading design+build firms, specializing in new build, restoration and project management.
Dana is a LEED AP and LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor (North Carolina). Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design – Ringling College of Art and Design (FIDER accredited - Foundation for Interior Design Education and Research)
Bachelor...
LEED AP BD+C with experience on multiple LEED projects. BS in Engineering-Civil specialty with 4+ years of professional experience.
Weston Solutions, Inc is a full-service consulting firm with offerings in green development, engineering,...
Seth Prager has been in the industry since 2007 and since then has earned the 2 of the most important credentials that anyone can be honored to receive; CFSP (certified foodservice professional) was achieved in 2011 and LEED Green Associate was...
Gulf War Veteran with expertise in logistics and maintenance. Specializes in "blue green". Green for the blue collar. LEED AP because I think it's a great cause even if you're not trying to get certified. I like the idea of really being a "...
Joseph M. Beck, P.E, LEED AP, CEM has more than 10 years of experience in the design and installation of HVAC systems for power, industrial, commercial and healthcare facilities, as well as naval vessels. Mr. Beck’s background includes...
I am a project engineer with Donley's, our Regional Office in Richmond services many higher education clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. I am currently working on George Mason University Science & Technology II building which...
I have over 16 years experience in lighting design, manufacturing, sales and consulting. Since joining ICF's Lighting Team, I have consulted on projects for U.S. EPA, NYSERDA, Natural Resources Canada, DesignLightsTM Consortium, Energy Trust of...
Jimmy Carchietta Founder and Chief Executive Officer The Cotocon Group In 2008, Carchietta founded the Hicksville-based Cotocon Group, whose name was derived from the words "cooperation to conservation." The company specializes in providing...
Maxine Corbett, ASID, CSI, IIDA, LEED AP BD+C, Principal, Interior Designer of Richlin Interiors, Naples, Florida.
Richlin Interiors has provided exceptional service and innovative products for Florida’s most discriminating clients since...
Marde Doolan, LEED Green Associate, is an interior designer focused on sustainable consulting. She is an interior designer with strong writing and editing skills.
Op2mize, LLC specializes in reducing TOTAL commercial real estate occupancy costs and enhancing the value of using or owing commercial real estate by bundling our real estate transaction and sustainability services with operational efficiency...
Dan Winters, LEED AP, is President and Managing Partner of Evolution Partners, a real estate advisory company. Dan is a green building real estate finance expert and is the primary author of the Green Building Underwriting Standard.
Dan is...
Renae Hesselink, CPIM, LEED Accredited Professional is Vice President of Sustainability for Nichols & SustainAble Solutions. She is Chair of the West Michigan U.S. Green Building Council Chapter and has been a member since 2004.
...
Maia Gilman is a LEED-Accredited Architect with a background in sustainable historic restoration and ecologically-responsible community development.
She is the owner of Maia Gilman Architect PLLC, a New York City architecture firm, and...
Eric Corey Freed, LEED AP, Hon. FIGP, is Principal of organicARCHITECT, an architecture and consulting firm in California, with nearly 20 years of experience in green building.
Eric co-developed the Sustainable Design programs at the...
Jim Newman is a Certified Energy Manager, an Operations and Performance Management Professional, a LEED® Accredited Professional and a Fellow of the Engineering Society of Detroit.
He is actively involved in many professional organizations...
We provide green consulting for commercial and residential projects. Payton Builder also offers a LEED exam prep course for those seeking the building design and construction designation.
Galina Kanevsky has worked in Architectural offices in Israel, Germany and the U.S.A. throughout her 20-year career. Her projects include planning and designing airports, hospitals, institutional and residential buildings. Mrs. Kanevsky holds a...
John Hettick is the President and founder of Florida Green Office Solutions, LLC focusing on helping existing companies change their culture and work space to create a sustainable working atmosphere.
Mr. Hettick is a LEED Accredited...
Design with Nature, LLC focuses on creative solutions to transform their businesses, manufacturing processes, and buildings to reduce ecological footprints, and increase energy and resource-use efficiency.
We also help companies assess the...
Pro-active and highly organized registered architect and LEED AP with over 20 years of experience in architectural design, production, and management.
Experienced with a variety of project types including educational facilities, community...
John Neville, president and founding board member of Sustainable Arizona, has been involved creatively in sustainable development and communications for more than 30 years. He has helped organizations with sustainability systems, business...
In his 10+ year professional career, Ed LeBard, Assoc. AIA, PMP, LEED AP+ worked as Project Architect and Associate Project Manager on new infrastructure, existing building renovations, and adaptive re-use projects across 13 states in the United...
Brad Miller LEED AP BD&C, GHG-IQ, CDT is Founder and President of Environmental Concepts Company (EC2). Mr. Miller has over 24 years of environmental consulting, contracting, and manufacturing experience. Mr. Miller has a B.S. in Geosciences...
I became a LEED Green Associate in June, 2010. I am fascinated by the number of buildings throughout the U.S. that are seeking LEED certification. While enrolled at Solano Community College in Vacaville, CA, the curriculum in the first ever Green...
Jim is a Facilities Manager who oversaw the construction of several municipal LEED Silver, and one each LEED-EB and LEED Platinum buildings. He has an MS in Mechanical Engineering focusing on Energy Management.
He is a Retired Navy Civil...
Bruce Keys, LEED AP BD+C, has a number of years of experience in the fabricating and steel industries. He holds and HVAC recovery license and is an advocate for green technologies.
Kirk Anthony Hamilton is a young Sustainable Design and Planning Professional possessing a Prof. Master of Architecture Degree in addition to being a LEED AP with special interests in earth-friendly innovative hospitality and entertainment...
California preservation architect with 4 San Francisco AIA Citations and local Merit Awards. 4 years as federal preservation consultant on high profile preservation projects including several Ca. Missions, works of FLL Wright, B.Maybeck, SF Ferry...
Frances is an AIA architect with LEED AP BD+C, illustration skills and certified in Instructional Design. Looking to do Instructional Design for AIA and USGBC continuing education credits for sustainable architectural products. I have 16 years...
Through years of hands-on experience in the construction and development fields, Matt came to appreciate firsthand the need for progress in green building. Matt gained over six years of experience in project management as owner of MAK contracting...
Gerard Hazel is the owner of Sustainable Systems LLC. Gerard has over 30 years of experience in the HVAC, Plumbing and Construction Industry. Gerard is a LEED AP BD&C, LEED AP O&M, ASHRAE HBDP & AEE CBCP. Gerard serves on the Board of...
Andrew is a LEED AP with 10 years of experience.
Looking to partner with others to assist in sustainable projects, from uplifts to new construction. No project is too small.
AM MECHANICAL ENGINEER I WOULD LIKE TO BE AN EXPERT IN GREEN BUILDING AS ITS MY FIELD OF WORKS.
Structural engineer for a fabric structures firm. I am the LEED contact within the organization. Any questions regarding how fabric structures can contribute toward LEED certification.
As a licensed general contractor and interior designer, LEED AP, and CGBP, Susan provides superior professional services – from design and consulting to complete construction. Essential qualities of the company are design excellence, cost...
I am a recent graduate with degrees in Mandarin Chinese and International Business but my real passion is making sustainability a profitable part of business.
Providing communities with both environmentally and fiscally sustainable standards.
Robert Mattler is director of Green Brokerage at Armada Real Estate Services Company in West Bloomfield. Mr. Mattler, who is also an attorney, assists developers, builders, property owners, investors and associated professionals with building and...
- Over 10 years Experience in VRF/HVAC industry.
- Well qualified - MBA (Manchester) & BE (Mechanical)
- Expert in developing business in early-stage growth phase and infrastructure development.
- Expert in managing both...
Somshankar Bose AIA PMP® LEED AP® BD+C , NCARB runs an architecture consulting firm based in Mumbai name BLIPS . Bose has extensive experience in architecture working in the US on Science and Technology buildings. Bose specialized in building...
Mahendra is the head of the sustainability department and incorporates green design principles in projects. He is involved in building energy modelling and the application of renewable technologies. He is also in charge of the LEED and BREEAM...