Amy Punter, Associate Director, Hoare Lea Amy Punter is an Associate Director in Hoare Lea’s London Office. She has a particular interest in the retrofit of existing buildings, including those of special architectural and historic interest. This lead her to co-found the CIBSE Retrofit in Heritage Committee in 2022, and to be the MEP representative
Ana Quintas, Lead, Built Environment, EMEA & LATAM, Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute Ana is an experienced sustainability and circular economy professional passionate about advancing circular economy, climate action and sustainable development in the built environment. As Lead Built Environment for the EMEA region, she is responsible for outreach, education, policy development and adoption
Andrew Jackson, Business Development Director EMEA, Shaw Industries Working on Shaw’s Net Zero plan for the EMEA region, Andrew works across manufacturing and business development initiatives. With a remit for product development and agile growth strategies, he is leading initiatives within the company for continued innovation and sustainable development. Andrew has been actively involved in
Dr. Andy Dengel is Head of Environment in the Assurance Group at BRE. Having gained a PhD and postdoctoral research experience in chemistry, Andy spent the first 16 years of his career working in and managing contract analytical laboratories. Since joining BRE in 2006 Andy has led the IAQ team, and since 2008 the other
Ann Marie Aguilar, Senior Vice President, Commercial, International WELL Building Institute Ann Marie Aguilar joined the IWBI team in 2016, and from a base in London oversees the day-to-day activities of IWBI across the EMEA region. She supports the business development and technical teams and is the first point of contact for clients and design
Ben Channon, Director, Ekkist Ben Channon is an architect, author, TEDx speaker and mental wellbeing advocate, and is well known in the industry as a thought leader in designing for happiness and wellbeing. He is a Director at wellbeing design consultancy Ekkist, where he helps clients and design teams to create healthier places, and researches
Cara de Lange is a specialist in the science of burnout. A visionary author, wellbeing consultant and corporate futurist, she founded Softer Success® to provide evidence-backed burnout solutions for businesses transforming the way we work. Working with the world’s top universities, researchers and psychologists, she created the ground-breaking, anonymous wellbeing assessment ‘A Walk Through the
Caroline Cattini-Dow, CIBSE Retrofit in Heritage Committee, Principal Engineer & Building Services Engineering Team Leader, Historic England Caroline Cattini-Dow is the Principle Building Services Engineer and Team Leader in the National Specialist Services Department at Historic England. Caroline has worked in building services engineering for over 30 years working in contracting and consultancy before joining
Chaline Church, Founding Partner, 540 WORLD, Regenerative Circular Design Consultants Chaline is an Interior Architect and Circular Materials Specialist. She has worked in marketing and design for over 20 years on corporate brands from financial, fashion, retail and health to engineering projects. She spearheaded hundreds of world-first products before co-founding health clinics and most recently
Chloe Bullock is the founder of Materialise Interiors, an award-winning, Brighton-based interior design company working for clients in South East England and further away – online. She is a BIID Registered Interior Designer® at the British Institute of Interior Design. Chloe supports both entrepreneurs and home owners – designing with a focus on sustainability, health
Chloe Holland, Compliance Manager, Flynn Interiors I began my career as a Site Administrator for a dry-lining company based at Battersea power station straight from school, within two years I was given the opportunity to take on more responsibility and grow within the industry. I have moved through the industry as a Construction Site Supervisor
Dave Robinson, Head of Technical Support, British Gypsum David has over 35 years’ experience within the plastering and dry lining industry. As Head of the Technical Support department at British Gypsum, Celotex & Isover, David is responsible for the customer facing technical teams. As well as leading the Technical Support Department, David sits on a number
Diaa Bahopia, Sweco Diaa is an experienced sustainability professional with expertise and passion in delivery of ‘Holistically Healthy’ buildings. She has a background in Psychology, Yoga, with a master’s degree in Sustainability and Environmental Management, including a dissertation investigating the WELL Building Standard in the UK context. She leads wellbeing and social value in her
Dr. Tom Woolley, Author of Natural Building Materials, Health and Indoor Air Quality and chair of the UK Clean Air Steering Committee Tom Woolley B.Arch., PhD is an architect and environmental researcher living in County Down, Northern Ireland working for Rachel Bevan Architects. He is best known for his work on sustainability, building materials and
Dr. Michelle Bellingham Senior Lecturer in Comparative Physiology at the School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine, University of Glasgow. Author of “Chemical Exposures During Pregnancy: Dealing with Potential, but Unproven, Risks to Child Health.” The focus of her research has been on the effects, and risks, of maternal exposure to low-level chemical mixtures,
Gary Wilde, Technical Services Officer, British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) Having held several roles for Xylem in both the UK and Italy, Gary brings over 37 years of pump industry experience to this position, including more than a decade serving on the BPMA’s Circulator Pumps Committee. He combines in-depth knowledge with a range of sales,
Giovanna Jagger, Senior Director, Global Market Development, EMEA, International WELL Building Institute Giovanna brings over 15 years’ experience working in business development and sustainability to IWBI. Her career started with advising FTSE 500 companies on CSR strategies and reporting before most recently becoming Global Business Development Director of her own consultancy supporting clients in leading
Iain Gordon, Managing Director, GES Digital and Chair, KNX UK Iain is a qualified electrician, technician and KNX partner with over 31 years of experience. Iain 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
James Adams, Director, Maconda James has been working as a consultant and project manager within the construction industry for 6 years, including working on the city’s largest and most complex projects. James has always had a keen interest in circularity and the innovation potential that it unlocks. He currently heads a consultancy that applies digital
James Poore, Creative Director, JPLD James is the founder and CCO of JPLD having dedicated his career to lighting and he has been working in the field of architectural lighting design for over 20 years. JPLD are an award-winning independent lighting consultancy covering all aspects of lighting and lighting design, working locally, nationally and internationally
James Woodall, Sustainability Lead, SOM – Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill
Jim Brennan, Managing Director, Nova Plasterboard Systems Jim Brennan has nearly 40 years of experience within the Drylining and Plastering industry. Jim started out as a Plasterer and then moved into management where he now is Joint Managing Director of Nova Plasterboard Systems Limited, carrying out Drylining, Plastering, Screeding and Rendering across the home counties.
Joe is the Technical Director at FIS which represents the Finishes and Interior Sector, he is responsible for Standards guides and legislation, environmental and sustainability issues He Co-Chaired the production of Fire-stopping of service penetrations – best practice in design and installation He is the immediate past Chair of the Construction products Association Technical committee
John Harrison, FAIA, RDI, LEED Fellow is the President of A SustainAble Production (ASAP), a woman owned, full service global sustainability and wellness consulting firm headquartered in Los Angeles. John is an architect and sustainability leader with over 30 years of diverse experience in private practice, and as an owner/owner’s representative. He co-authored the Starbucks
John is UK’s Head of Sales for Graphenstone – one of the leading mineral paints companies in the world, with ecology, sustainability and health for people and planet being Graphenstone’s core principle and at the heart of all they do. Having spent over 15 years in the paint industry, John has seen many changes, not
Jonathan Price, Business Development Manager, Kiwa Watertec Jonathan has been involved in the TIC (Test, Inspection and Certification) industry for 22 years, with previous roles ranging from Senior Test Technician, Project Manager, Technical Approval Manager, Unit Manager and currently, Business Development and Marketing. His area of expertise is water product testing and compliance, and he
Julia Skeete, Senior Associate Principal, Skidmore Owings & Merrill Julia has always worked in projects through completion and most have been recognised widely both critically though peer review and/or with multiple awards in the U.K. and Europe e.g Dublin Airport Pier D, JTI International Headquarters, GSTT Vision Plan and Manhattan Loft Gardens .Currently, Julia is
Martin Hawley, Key Account Manager, Jung UK Martin works with Architects, interior designers and interested parties in providing both KNX and conventional 230v wiring solutions. JUNG’s product ranges enable projects to have design led products at the forefront and allow the building to be energy efficient and mindful, creating beautifully designed buildings inside and out.
Mat Colmer, Senior Innovation Lead – Construction & Net Zero Heat, UK Research & InnovationMat is Senior Innovation Lead with Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation. He is an expert specialist in advancements that shape our urban and built environments. With over 18 years of experience leading large-scale projects that investigate the performance
Matthew is the Director of Taylor Design Consultancy, an independent construction consultant group, offering a wide range of services relating to drylining, fire-stopping and internal fit out. Matthew holds over 24 years’ experience in the construction industry, the majority being within the dry lining and internals sectors, and has previously held roles, directing the design
Mathew Freeman, Founder of Freeman Studio, BIID President Mathew Freeman, BIID President Mathew is a BIID Registered Interior Designer and founder of Freeman Studio which specialises in high-end residential interior design. He has over twenty years experience working as an interior designer in London. Mathew studied Interior Architecture at University Wales Institute Cardiff. After graduating
Michael Grubb, Founder and Managing Director, Michael Grubb Studio
Miguel Aguado, Marketing and Technology Manager, Lutron EMEA Miguel is the EMEA Marketing and Technology 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
Mirjam Wrigley, Specialist Principal Engineer, A&F Laing O’Rourke Mirjam is a Specialist Principal Engineer for Laing O’Rourke with extensive experience in dry-lining systems and fire-stopping that she has accumulated through her work as a design manager. Her experience means she is well placed in her position as chair of the knowledge network for partitions, dry-lining
Olatz Pombo, Sustainability Consultant, Arup Olatz has extensive experience in sustainability certification consulting based on internationally recognized methodologies, health and wellbeing, climate change mitigation and adaptation, decarbonisation strategies, embodied carbon, and ESG. Olatz is a Sustainability Consultant at Arup Spain and is part of Arup’s Global Human Health and Wellbeing (HH&W) Working Group. The aim
Oliver Heath is an Architectural and Interior Designer and his practice Oliver Heath Design are focussed on delivering health and wellbeing in the built environment. As writers, thought leaders and design practitioners they are recognised global experts in Biophilic Design – enhancing human nature connections in the spaces which are so important in our lives.
Paul Clegg, Chief Executive, HONEXT® Paul Clegg, is the CEO and an investor of Honext Materials, the company behind the HONEXT® carbon-negative and non-toxic boards, he is driving the company’s growth and industrial expansion based on circular economy principles. Since 2008, Paul has been dedicated to environmentally and sustainably sound manufacturing and is fully committed
Paul Doyle, Independent Consultant Engineer An electronics engineer by training, Paul has had extensive experience of KNX for over 30 years. Initially in the NHS as an Environmental Control Engineer and then in academia where after completing basic partner training at the Building Research Establishment (BRE) Paul was involved in a team that used KNX
Paul Foulkes, Theben UK and Vice Chair, KNX UK Paul has over 30 years of experience in building technologies working in mainland Europe and the UK. returned to UK. His experience has included building automation, the energy industry and manufacturing. He is passionate about the use smart building technologies and the real world advantages in
Paul Jones, Director, BEG UK & Ireland Paul has over 30 years experience in electronics and smart devices. He has been the UK & Ireland Director of B.E.G. UK for the past 18+ years, having successfully introduced the company to the UK and Irish markets back in 2004. B.E.G. are a family-owned German company with
Peyton Laine, MD, MBDC – Cradle to Cradle Certified® Product Assessment In the world of an ever-developing and evolving circular economy, Peyton serves as the Managing Director of MBDC, providing strategic direction to support the longevity of MBDC, the creator and leading assessing body of the Cradle to Cradle® Certification program. She leads a team
Sharon Simpson, Designer, BIID Following her career as a portrait photographer, Sharon retrained as an Interior Designer after a life changing family event. Combining her love for interiors and creativity, she completed a Professional Certificate in Interior Design during the pandemic. She is the creator of Dark Romantix Design, a boutique interior design studio for
Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager, Altecnic Stephanie Allchurch joined Altecnic in March 2019 as Product Development Manager. Previously Stephanie was a Technical Manager with a leading manufacturer and has a rich 16-year track record in the industry. She plays a key role in spearheading the development of Altecnic’s product offering across the UK whilst also
Sue Redman, Managing Director, Wildfire Marketing Sue Redman is founder of Wildfire Marketing Agency and marketing consultant for the KNX UK Association. With more than 5 years experience working with KNX integrators and distributors she has an understanding of the challenges and objectives of the building automation industry, from the perspective of multiple stakeholders.
Thomas Vazakas, Head of Sustainability, Cushman & Wakefield Thomas has extensive experience in building and managing successful teams and client relationships. As a Chartered Engineer, Thomas has wide ranging experience with specialist technical knowledge of energy and sustainability assessments in the built environment. Thomas advises a variety of clients on energy saving opportunities and sustainable
Tom Reynolds is Chief Executive of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), a trade body with over 50 corporate members producing the majority of the branded bathroom fixtures and fittings supplied to the UK market. The association focuses heavily on product compliance and all aspects of sustainability. Before joining the BMA in 2019, Tom was the
Tracy Palazzo-Barnes, Business Manager, KNX UK Tracy joined KNX UK at the height of the pandemic and has been actively involved in the implementation of the many changes and adaptations necessary to help the association survive and thrive in the aftermath. Prior to her involvement in KNX UK, Tracy ran her own business in health
Zerlina Hughes, Founder and Creative Direction, studio ZNA In 2006, Zerlina formed studio ZNA, completing successful lighting designs in major National institutions including the National Gallery, V&A Museum, British Museum, National Portrait Gallery, Science Museum, Natural History Museum, Design Museum, Royal Academy. Recent completions include on a new build museum in Odense, Denmark, refurbishment of
