Speakers

Jaime Cavazos is an Architectural Engineer with a focus in Façade Engineering. He has more than 30 years of experience in designing bespoke façade systems and designing, specifying and overseeing the installation and execution of façade works. He is the...

Jaka Dijak is the Regional Manager for Asia Pacific at Trimo, a leading European company specializing in innovative building envelope solutions, particularly fire-proof façades and roofs. He collaborates closely with architects, designers, investors, and contractors across Asia-Pacific and the Middle...

Jakob Sand joined BIG in 2011. During his career, Jakob has worked in the field between conception and realization; as Partner-in-Charge at BIG he has won many competitions primarily in France, as well as Denmark, Sweden and the United Kingdom....

He graduated in construction at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków. After graduation, he found an internship at Saint-Gobain in the sales department, where he first encountered the glass subject. Then, after a short episode in the...

Jalal Farooq, is the CFO of Al-Farooq Corporation. With intricate knowledge of the Florida product approval and Miami-Dade NOA processes, his expertise has resulted in the certification of nearly 500 different glazing systems for hurricane resistance. Jalal is a certified...

James is an accomplished Development Manager with over 15 years in the property and construction industry. His career commenced in construction management where he gained an in-depth understanding of the intricacies, opportunities and challenges inherent to the building process. James...

James Brackenreed-Johnston joined the A. Proctor Group in 2019 as Specification Manager for the London Area. James has many years of experience in the high rise sector, focusing on façade design, regulation compliance and innovation. By advocating a systems based...

James Carpenter has worked at the intersection of architecture, fine art, and engineering for nearly 50 years, advancing a distinctive vision based on the use of natural light as the foundational element of the built environment. Originally studying architecture before...

James K.M. Cheng is a Canadian architect recognized for his pioneering contributions to west coast architecture and city building. Born in Hong Kong and educated in North America, Cheng’s approach represents a sensitive marriage of generous open environments with vibrant...

James Christophidis is a highly experienced façade architect with more than 25 years of specialist practice delivering technically complex and architecturally ambitious building envelopes across Australia and internationally. Trained at Bates Smart and now at Denton Corker Marshall, James has...

With a long-held interest in architecture and sustainability, James has more than 16 years of experience in the built environment. He heads up the Sustainability group at Hoare Lea, leading the firm’s specialist services in this ever-developing area. James’ experience...

James Gitoho is a Director of TRIAD Architects since 1988. He is an architect by profession, having graduated in 1981 with a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Nairobi University. He has been a fellow of the Architectural Association of Kenya...

James Groves is an Associate Fire Engineer at BB7 who specializes in Fire Assurance Services, of which external wall fire safety is a big part. James is a Chartered Engineer and a Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers; he...

Jim Hakes is a Principal at Handel Architects with over 25 years of experience in the design and management of a variety of project types including mixed-use, hospitality, high-end residential, office, retail, museum, and university buildings. Jim is currently Principal-in-Charge...

James Hatch is President | Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Kovach, where he helps lead the company’s long-term strategic direction, innovation initiatives, and client-focused growth across the building envelope industry. With more than 15 years of experience in architectural cladding...

James Hickerson possesses a strong background in integrating design and technical elements on a broad range of project types, including commercial-office, mixed-use, and hospitality projects in North America, Asia, and the Middle East. His experience covers the complete development process...

James is an experienced designer with an excellent eye for detail who works to high standards. He enjoys early project stages and rigorously refining project ideas. When delivering projects, he grasps strategic sequencing and shows clarity of thought. As a...

James is the Fire and Life Safety Technical Manager at AESG, Dubai. He holds a Masters Degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Leeds (UK) and has 7 years of experience working in the Fire Protection and Fire and...

James Law is a nominated Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum as well as a pioneer in the new design of Cybertecture. He founded James Law Cybertecture International in 2001 to create a company to design the world...