WELCOME TO INGENIUM 2023

Curt Hull, P.Eng., has a consulting practice in sustainability in Manitoba and has been Project Director of Climate Change Connection in Winnipeg since 2007. He works with NGOs, businesses, universities and colleges, as well as all levels of government to create a fossil-fuel free future. He currently serves on the board of Sustainable Building Manitoba and the Climate Reality Project Canada. Since 2016, he has been working on clean energy and sustainability projects with diesel and winter road dependent First Nations in Northern Manitoba. He is also currently working with and advising Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba on their climate change initiatives.

Melanie Chatfield, P.Eng., is an Energy Analyst with the City of Winnipeg. With a background in mechanical engineering, she has over 15 years of high-performance building experience. Melanie is responsible for the reduction of energy consumption and carbon emissions at the City. She works with the Municipal Accommodations department to identify opportunities for energy conservation through operational and capital investment methods. With direct knowledge, she understands how energy efficiency education and assistance is essential to building owners, operations and maintenance staff and design consultants. In addition to Melanie's work as an Energy Manager, she has five years of experience in project management working on various construction projects, including several environmental projects in the UK.

Ed Lohrenz has been in the industry for nearly four decades, with a focus on the design and optimization of ground source systems in commercial buildings and applying the technology on a district scale. He developed the Certified GeoExchange Design course with the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association and contributed to the ANSI/CSA/IGSHPA C-448 Standard for the Design and Installation of Ground Source Heat Pump Systems.

Luke Meech is an energy services, marketing, and project management professional with a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. He is the Customer Technology Specialist at Otter Tail Power Company. He directly oversees the energy efficiency programs including heat pumps, smart thermostats, publicly owned property solar and electric vehicle initiatives including charging infrastructure.

The Friends of Engineering (Manitoba) Inc. are a unique group of Manitoba industry influencers and employers who each share the Price Faculty of Engineering's vision of supporting engineering students with the resources necessary for their development and innovation. Many Friends of Engineering members are founders or leaders of their organizations, are in a position of hiring or training engineers, or are recent graduates who are interested in remaining connected to the Price Faculty of Engineering. All members are passionate about supporting a successful and innovative engineering ecosystem in Manitoba.

UMSATS stands as one of the University of Manitoba's foremost interdisciplinary student collectives. Comprising a dynamic cohort of driven students, UMSATS draws members from various academic realms including Engineering, Physics, Biology, Business, Education, and Kinesiology. From fledgling first year university students to accomplished graduates, the society showcases a diverse range of talents and expertise. UMSATS passionately engages in space-related endeavors, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation flourishes. With an unyielding commitment to excellence, UMSATS consists of two exceptional teams specializing in rockets and satellites. Through these teams, UMSATS consistently works on fun and exciting projects and promotes the exploration of space applications and technology.

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Ian Moran, EIT is an Engineer-In-Training working for WSP Canada Inc. based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba. He has worked in nearly all Canadian provinces and territories and has collaborated with industry experts across North America.

Justin Rak-Banville, P.Eng., is the Director, Water & Wastewater, Prairies and British Columbia for WSP Canada Inc. and has more than a decade managing, organizing, marketing, and presenting multiple aspects of water and wastewater treatment and research across the Canadian Prairies. Justin is involved in developing short and long-term water and wastewater treatment management strategies, providing technical support to key clients, business development, and establishing cross-disciplinary efficiencies between disciplines.

Dr. Andrea Kraj is CEO and President of CORE Renewable Energy. She completed her Ph.D, M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Engineering and is a pioneering leader in developing advanced energy systems. She is a Fulbright Scholar and practicing professional engineer specializing in Intelligent Energy Systems and Microgrids for Smart Cities. She is also a board director of the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) representing BTM (behind the meter) systems and a Vice President of the World Wind Energy Association (WWEA). With more than 20 years of experience, her work has enabled enhancements in rural electrification and less dependence on fossil fuels. Dr. Kraj's work has supported those in remote areas such as in Northern communities, First Nations, and tropical island nations. She is an accomplished author and speaker, and hosts two podcasts, the recently launched Energy Exchange Podcast and Fempower for celebrating women in the fields of Technology, Trades, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, Arts, Athletics, Mathematics, and Science to empower and inspire others.

Mitchell Hall is a Canadian architect recognized for his passion and commitment to architecture as a vehicle for improving the human condition. He believes that architects must offer agency - acting in the best interests of people and place - to help make a better world. He challenges existing paradigms to create buildings and spaces that actively promote wellness, cultivate community building, and address the pressing challenges of our time, from climate change to population growth.

Joining KPMB in the formative years of the practice, Mitchell worked on seminal award-winning projects such as Woodsworth College and Kitchener City Hall. He is known for his diverse design and leadership experience, and for directing interdisciplinary teams to deliver large, complex projects in the sectors of healthcare, culture, hospitality, science, and education. He is currently leading major projects for the Centre of Addiction and Mental Health and The Hospital for Sick Children. Mitchell's noteworthy projects include Canada's National Ballet School, Ottawa Art Gallery, and The Leaf at Assiniboine Park Conservancy.

In addition to practice, Mitchell also serves as a guest critic for student reviews, has served as the Chair of the Mississauga Urban Design Advisory Panel, and was a past advisory member for the prestigious Design Colloquium in the United States.

Lee McCormick is a registered architect with more than 30 years of experience in the profession. Currently Managing Principal of Architecture 49 Inc. in Winnipeg, his roles include: leader of the local Transportation sector, chair of the Contracts Committee, and leader of Community Impact projects. Lee believes strongly in collaborative design processes and is skilled at creative idea generation and analytical problem-solving, as well as working within the constraints of a project's requirements and budget.

Lee has served over the years as president of the Manitoba Association of Architects and in various other positions including Chair of the MAA Practice Committee, Chair of the MAA BIM Sub-Committee, and Member of the MAA Public Affairs Committee. Lee is currently a Member of the MAA Registration Committee. He is also a member of Red River College's Public Advisory Committee for the Bachelor of Construction Management program. He has been a sessional lecturer at the University of Manitoba in the Masters of Architecture program and a visiting design critic for all levels of the masters program. He has also worked for one of Western Canada's largest design build contractors. His understanding of both design and construction allows Lee to bring unique insights to design solutions especially for cold climates.

An experienced project manager and lead designer, Bryan Smith has a keen understanding of both the design process and building engineering systems.

Bryan thrives in complex, multi-disciplinary projects that require detailed coordination, and thanks to his exceptional organizational skills, he has successfully managed projects for various organizations, including Red River College Polytech, Winnipeg Airports Authority, University of Winnipeg, RBC Convention Centre, Manitoba Hydro, and the Assiniboine Park Conservancy.

Sarah Chernis is a Project Manager and Sustainability Specialist with more than 17 years of experience working on complex projects. Sarah's early career experience included energy modelling, daylight modelling, building commissioning, and LEED certifications which have given her a foundational knowledge of both engineering and architectural systems. Sarah has led the Sustainability Practice Committee at Architecture 49 and was involved with the Canada Green Building Council's Technical Advisory Committee for 11 years, including through the roll-out of LEED version 4. Sarah assumed the roll of Project Manager for the Canada's Diversity Gardens project and saw the project through detailed design, construction, and commissioning phases ensuring constant integration of project team members and focusing on decision making that will lead to capturing the vision of the project.

Monica Giesbrecht leads HTFC's interdisciplinary landscape architecture, urban design, and land planning projects throughout Canada's prairie, boreal, and tundra biomes. Her work is rooted in placemaking through amplifying the local, cross-cultural inclusion through intensive consultation and codesign, and land stewardship though climate resilient biophilic design. Monica's ongoing investigations into the social, physical, and psychological relationships between landscapes and youth, immigrants, marginalized groups, and seniors serve as a foundation for her progressive work creating healthy communities, integrated recreation networks, liveable neighbourhoods, inclusive urban environments, sustainable landscapes, and culturally sensitive lands.

David Bowick is a professional engineer licensed across Canada and working around the world. Having lectured and taught in architecture faculties of many schools, his unique talent is working with architects, developing structures that fulfill and enhance their design vision. This effort has received awards from the local engineering societies, the Fabric, Wood, Steel and Concrete industry groups as well as contributing to numerous architectural award winning projects.

His particular passion is tensile structures, the major focus of his personal engineering efforts for the past 10 years. Having completed many recognizable projects, including a role in Canada's recently completed BC Place Stadium, David has studied tension structures at the Institute for Membrane Structures in Germany and sat on the board of the Fabric Structures Association.