b'PEOPLE POWER Q&Amanagement and emerging buildingBE:What is the most exciting orBE:Do you have any career goals? What materials. This field evolves quickly, andinteresting project you have are they, and how do you see your being informed keeps your work relevantworked on? career evolving in the future?and impactful. SD: Projects that combine rehabilita- SD: My career goals continue to centre Finally, get involved in professionaltion with heritage considerations andaround advancing the field of building communities. My own journey withinnovative materials really stand outscience in meaningful and forward-BCBECfrom board member to presi- for me. One example is the extensivethinking ways. TORO ALUMINUMdentshowed me firsthand how muchenclosure work at Trinity WesternLeadership in professional educationMagazine Adsgrowth and learning come from collabora- Universitys residence, which featured tion, knowledge sharing and leadershipexterior insulated drained cavity systemsand industry organizations remains within the industry. finished with Swiss Pearl panels anda priorityparticularly through my terra cotta, along with comprehensiveongoing involvement with BCBEC, BE:What would you consider to be thewaterproofing upgrades. The integra- as it continues to evolve and grow. Im tion of performance-driven systemsespecially excited about how BCBEC proudest moment in your career? with architectural finishes made it bothElements is pivoting toward energy-SD: Leading BCBEC as presidentandtechnically rewarding and centric discussions and more sustain-helping launch BCBEC Elementshasvisually impactful. able, performance-driven solutions.been one of the most meaningful experi- Im also passionate about mentoringences of my career. It reinforced the powerBE:Looking back, which project hadand supporting others in the profession of leadership, vision and communitythe most impact on you (education-particularly those who are contrib-THE LEADER INuting to the industry through technical engagement in shaping the industrysally or otherwise)?direction, particularly as the conversationwriting, research and case studies. WINDOW WALLSTHE LEADER continues to shift toward energy-centric,SD: The Northwest Campus at TrinitySharing practical project insights and Western University was especially future-ready building science. AND DOORS IN WINDOW impactfulthis full enclosure rehabili- advancing collective knowledge is vital, and I see my role as helping others find Another milestone Im especially proud oftation taught me so much about mate- WALLS AND was leading the 15th Canadian Confer- rial selection, moisture managementtheir voice and platform in doing so.FOR CONDOS, OFFICES AND HOTELSDOORSence on Building Science and Technologyand the complexity of restoring institu- Lastly, I remain committed to ACROSS NORTH AMERICA.(CCBST 2017). As both conferencetional buildingsshaping my approachmentoring the next generation of CURTAIN WALL. WINDOW WALL. RAILINGS. chair and MC, I oversaw the event fromto holistic building science design. engineers more broadly, helping them (866) 3207307 develop both the technical expertise initial planning through to final execu- FOR CONDOS, OFFICES TOROGROUPOFCOMPANIES.COMBE:What is the greatest challengeand the critical thinking needed to tion, working alongside a dedicated teamAND HOTELS ACROSS of BCBEC volunteers. The three-daythat you face in your line of work? drive innovation in building perfor-NORTH AMERICA.mance and resilience.conference welcomed over 500 delegatesSD: Encouraging clients and teammatesCURTAIN WALL.WINDOW WALL.from across North America and aroundto embrace a forensic, performance-firstIn the years ahead, I see my role RAILINGS. the world, delivering high-calibre buildingmindset remains a key hurdle.continuing to evolve as a connectorscience education and presentations.Balancing budget, schedule and perfor- between practice and theory, between (866) 3207307TOROGROUPOFCOMPANIES.COMHelping create such a dynamic platformmance expectationsespecially in agingtechnical execution and strategicfor knowledge exchange and professionalbuildings or where energy concerns arevision and between generations ofgrowth remains one of the defining high- growingrequires ongoing advocacyprofessionals working to shape a better lights of my career. and clear communication. built environment.THE LEADER IN WINDOW WALLS AND DOORSFOR CONDOS, OFFICES AND HOTELS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA.CURTAIN WALL. WINDOW WALL. RAILINGS.(866) 3207307TOROGROUPOFCOMPANIES.COM8 BCBEC ELEMENTSA BCBEC PUBLICATIONMagazine AdTORO 54356 Copyright 2022 Joey Ai. All rights reserved.'