183rd Edition – Zak World of Façades USA

This will be the 183^rd edition globally and the 2^nd edition in Miami which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.

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Speakers & Panelists

Daniel Dadoyan

Director, KPF

With almost 20 years of experience in commercial, retail, mixed-use, and residential projects across Asia and the United States, Daniel Dadoyan has developed expertise in project management, exterior wall design, and office interiors. He is involved in all aspects of...

Benjamin Reich

Associate Principal, DeSimone

Benjamin Reich has over 15 years of experience in the architectural design of high-rise buildings and project management for complex building envelopes. Benjamin has worked on numerous high-rise commercial, residential, and hospitality developments. In Miami, his recent experience includes the...

George Puig

Landscape Architecture Practice Builder, Kimley-Horn

With 34 years of professional practice in South Florida, George Puig is a registered landscape architect with experience on a number of projects throughout the United States, Latin America, and abroad, within both private and public sectors. George’s project knowledge...

Norman Xu

Director of Design, Development, Swire Properties USA

Norman Xu has been a practicing architect for over 15 years, specializes in comprehensive master planning of mixed-use development in dense urban environment. Norman is the Director of Design for Swire Properties US. Prior to Miami, Norman has been Senior...

Danilo Nanni

Principal, DeSimone

Based in DeSimone Consulting Engineering’s Miami office since 2006, Danilo Nanni has led some of the firms most complex, high-profile, and award-winning projects. Last year his work on the Aston Martin Residences in Miami earned an ENR “Best of the...

Dean Maltz

Managing Partner, Shigeru Ban Architects

Dean Maltz is an architect and Managing Partner of Shigeru Ban Architects America in New York. Friends since meeting as they were university students at The Cooper Union, his experience collaborating on projects with Shigeru spans more than 25 years....

Matt Wisniewski

Senior Landscape Architect, Kimley-Horn

Matthew Wisniewski has 20 years of experience in landscape architecture. His diverse portfolio ranges from hospitality, mixed-use, and single-family developments to post-industrial landscapes, urban waterfront parks, and cultural institutions. His technical expertise includes grading and planting design, drainage, soils, material...

Rob Harrison

Senior Partner, Foster+Partners

Robert gained an MA in Architecture at Kingston University in 1995, joining F+P soon afterwards. He has led teams designing professional services HQs, brand hotels and resorts, residential buildings, cultural and exhibition centres, boutique retail stores and a private house...

Zachary Nord

Principal | Regional Director SE, SOCOTEC

Zachary Nord specializes in the design, testing and construction of exterior building envelope systems. System experience includes various facade types (curtain wall, window wall, masonry, terra cotta, metal panels, brick veneer, and precast concrete) as well as the varying roofing...

Erika Duran

Asst VP - Sustainability Innovator in the Built Environment, WSP

Erika Duran is an Assistant Vice President at WSP USA, where she leads Green Building Programs services. Erika specializes in using sustainability dialogue to integrate project teams and inspire innovative, cost-effective solutions. She collaborates with national and global clients to...

Luis Sanchez

Project Manager, Nichols Architects

Luis Sanchez is an Associate and Project Manager at Nichols Architects, bringing over a decade of experience in mixed-use, hospitality, multifamily, and commercial projects. He holds a professional bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami and has been an integral...

Cristina Moreno

Vice-President, Facade+Envelope

Cristina Moreno Is a seasoned professional with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida International University and an Engineer in Training Certificate. With over 9 years of experience in engineering, forensics, consulting, inspections, and field testing, she specializes...

Manuel Morales

Founding Principal, Facade+Envelope

As the Founding Principal of Facade+Envelope, a consulting firm that specializes in the entire building envelope, Manuel Morales leads a team of engineers and specialists with decades of experience. He is a Professional Engineer registered in Florida and New York,...

Joseph Chase

Principal, SOM

Joe Chase is an expert in navigating the technical challenges of building in New York and beyond. His path to architecture is rooted in a desire to merge creativity and practicality. As a leading technical architect, he excels in solving...

John Kilpatrick

Principal, RWDI Climate & Performance Engineering

John Kilpatrick is the Wind Engineering Practice Leader at RWDI and a Principal of the firm. During his 29 years at RWDI, John has earned a reputation as an insightful wind engineer who delivers substantial value for clients. John is...

Igor Reyes

President, Nichols Architects

As President of Nichols Architects, Igor Reyes has played a key role in shaping the firm’s design culture and expanding its impact on Miami’s skyline. Since joining the firm in 1998, he has led numerous mixed-use, high-rise residential, office, and...

Errol Bull

Technical Manager - Construction Products, Momentive

Errol holds a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering Technology from Boston Institute of Technology and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of New York. Errol...

Javad Ahmad

Founder & CEO, Javad Ahmad PE Inc.

Javad Ahmad began his journey in the fenestration industry, gaining insights from Dr. Humayoun Farooq, a renowned expert. Graduating in 2003, he applied his expertise to various glazing projects, ensuring compliance with stringent building codes, especially in hurricane-prone areas. His...

Jack Redden

Director of Architectural Sales, ES Windows

Jack Redden is the Director of Architectural Sales for ES Windows, with 25 years of commercial glazing experience. He is a CSI-CDT Accredited Professional and has presented over 1,000 CEUs to over 10,000 architects. Jack is based in Orlando and...

Jac Selinsky

Director, Rafael Viñoly Architects

Jac Selinsky is an accomplished architect with over 17 years of experience in commercial and residential design, including more than 10 years at Rafael Viñoly Architects. His expertise centers on the design and execution of buildings with intricate geometries, along...

Lisa Rammig

Director, Eckersley O'Callaghan

Lisa Rammig leads the teams in Eckersley O’Callaghan’s California offices. She has played a significant role in its expansion, establishing a West Coast presence, and leading many of the group’s most challenging projects, while she remains involved in academia and...

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