Andy has been working in the building services industry since 1986. Initially training as an air conditioning engineer he continued to develop his skills in building services through hands-on installation, maintenance and commissioning culminating in a career in the emerging BMS industry in the mid 1990’s.

Over the years he has held engineering and leadership roles with contractors, technology providers and manufacturers including the position of Technical Manager at Sontay. In 2006 he started a control systems contracting business with two partners and remained managing director there until 2014 before setting out on his own to provide contract consultancy services.

Recent appointments include managing the EMEA critical systems environmental monitoring strategy for a large investment bank and building services commissioning manager at a landmark medical research facility in London. Control systems and BMS are his area of expertise and he has gained a wealth of experience working within the building services industry.

He is passionate about innovation and especially the convergence of sensing and I.T. systems establishing BMS as a proven technology in the “Internet of Things” revolution.

Andre has been with JLL for over 6 years and joined JLL Spark in May 2020 as Growth Principle for EMEA, previous to this role Andre was Head of technology for JLL’s engineering business in EMEA.

Andre brings over 20 years of experience in CRE, where he managed large teams in operational and technology roles that oversaw multiple portfolios of large blue-chip clients across multiple sectors.

Shane Beck is an enthusiastic professional. With a proven track record of managing corporate blue-chip clients, Data Centres, local government & professional service. Shane has also managed within petrochemical industry, pharmaceutical & Hospitality sectors across 18years within with the facilities management arena. More recently Shane has moved into the PFI healthcare sector heading up the Apleona UK PPP business overseeing the operation of three hard services 30-year PFI hospital projects across the UK.

Additional to his Account director role Shane operates as the Authorising Engineer & Electrical Principal Duty Holder for Apleona UK business & is an active member of the Institution of Engineering & Technology

James is responsible for the Smart Buildings and Technology strategy at SES Engineering Services and Wates. He believes that digital enablement, data, and smart technology are the key enablers to delivering engaging, healthy, efficient, and high performing buildings.

He believes that digital engineering is the golden thread that connects the concept design right through to aftercare and understands that the wisdom that we gain from data has the power to positively influence occupant experience, optimised performance, future designs, sustainable procurement, and our environment.

James is passionate about promoting the importance that the building services (operational technology – OT) and building communications network (information technology – IT) play in delivering the technological foundation of a smart building. Enhancing this already data-rich environment with the supplementary deployment of IOT technology (sensors) and making it accessible through smart platforms and apps is enabled by the technological foundation that needs to be in place from day one.

He thinks of a smart building as an ecosytem and each system or technology as an enabler for another to operate or for it to share data and functionality with another to improve an outcome, whether that’s operational, performance or occupant experience.

Volker is experienced in developing and implementing data strategies for business and ventures.

He was the Global Chief Data Officer, Arup, and a member of the Group Board Digital Executive. Leading the firms data strategy across Arup’s £1.7bn revenue and 16,000 staff. He has worked as project director on projects including the London Olympics and developed a global digital service business with revenues over £40m.

Volker was one of 53 Arup Fellows (out of a global staff of 16,000). This accolade honours those who have significantly contributed to Arup’s excellence in innovation and design.

He is an experienced nonexecutive director and keynote speaker. Volker has led international foresight and research programmes with leading academic and industry partners.

John is responsible for the Smart Environment Buildings and Technology strategy.

John has a long history in building digital enablement, data, smart technology and cybersecurity as the key enablers to delivering engaging, healthy, efficient, and high performing buildings.

John has extensive skills in developing the built space that aligns with the client’s requirements and operation needs. The process as Master System Integration (MSI) manages the ecosystem team members in generating and developing new technical solutions.

The MSI approach is led by “Outcome” requirements to consider the Building / Assets / People for operational, performance or occupant experience. Further focused consideration with regards to the In-place cost and lifecycle costs.

Giovanna Jagger is a Senior Director of Global Market Development at the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). She works in the real estate industry, helping organizations to align the WELL Standard with their ESG strategies.

Voted one of the Top 10 Most influential women in Sustainability Tech Solutions in 2020, Giovanna Jagger is a market development expert, frequent speaker and ESG professional with a background in global sustainability, CSR and reporting strategies.

Katie's career has spanned the global real estate space for 14 years, most recently at CBRE and Cluttons, where she led their pioneering CRM programmes and digital transformation initiatives, working with some of the largest landlords and investors in the market. In early 2021, Katie moved from CBRE to leading ESG #PropTech company Deepki, where she established their UK and Ireland business. She took the UK arm from ground zero to being deployed in more than 4,000 assets.

Katie's passion for both technology and real estate, make her an excellent addition to Trustek's leadership team, our client base and in turn, their customers. Katie seeks to ensure that not only are the right technology investments being made (aka solving the real problem) for real estate, but those who invest are equipped to realise the potential for not only themselves, but their full stakeholder ecosystem, resulting in practical, long-lasting solutions.

Matt Dawson MBE is one of the UK’s most successful rugby players & captains, having played a key role in England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup winning side and toured three times with the British and Irish Lions.

Having played domestically for Northampton and London Wasps, Matt was England’s most-capped scrum-half, winning 77 caps for his country, including nine as captain.

Since retiring from rugby, Matt has forged a career in television and media, including captaining on BBC One’s A Question of Sport and successful appearances on Celebrity MasterChef and Strictly Come Dancing.

Media continues to play an important role in his life. He is a rugby analyst for Radio 5 Live and has substantial experience in written journalism.

In 2010, Matt successfully transitioned into the corporate world, initially in ambassadorial roles but more recently in board positions with facilities giant Sodexo and The Instant Group. Instant is a leading provider of flexible workspace solutions, including serviced offices, coworking spaces and meeting rooms.

In addition to his work commitments, Matt is a patron of several charities, including The Black Heart Foundation, as a Trustee, Bowel Cancer UK and Well-being of Women.

With more than 30 years’ experience in designing, installing and managing enterprise infrastructure solutions, Mike specialises in developing intelligent building solutions that convert technological innovation into valuable business outcomes. He joined LMG in 2007 when it acquired 2iServices, a company he founded and the world’s first organisation dedicated to creating automated infrastructure management solutions.

Sam is Global Head of Sustainability at the Instant Group and leads the sustainability advisory business at Incendium. He has worked in the sustainability sector for over 16 years, before which he flew helicopters in the British Army.

Sam has an extensive track record of developing and implementing ESG, Sustainability and Net Zero strategies across myriad sectors and geographies, working with some of the largest companies in the world.

Sam was UK CoreNet Chapter President in 2019 and is on the Sustainability Product Council of the ULI.

Joe Dukelow is an Associate Director with Turner & Townsend with over ten years of experience in the BIM and Digital Design Sector, with a focus on the Occupier Sector and a proven track record of helping a number of large-scale clients with all things BIM, Digital Transformation and Smart Technology.

Robert Ferriday is the Business Development Director of Alliot Technologies Ltd, Europe’s leading specialist IoT distributor.

Based in the UK, Alliot specialises in distributing world-class hardware, software, services and connectivity throughout the UK and Europe.

With over 9 year’s experience working with IoT, Robert is an expert in delivering specialist solutions for companies from start ups, to SMEs, to large corporate multinational groups. With an outstanding track record in bringing new products and services to market, Robert plays a pivotal role in the delivery and execution of many of Alliot’s partners’ projects.

Bill is the founder of Novacene, a revolutionary platform that simplifies how buildings can achieve carbon reduction targets and start their path to net zero. With over 15 years of experience in engineering, surveying, and consulting, Bill has a strong background in applied mathematics, digital twins, smart cities, and sustainable living.

Bill’s journey began as an engineer at the London 2012 Olympics, where he developed a proof of concept for a secure and scalable IoT platform that later became Asset Mapping, a successful company that powers multiple smart building solutions. However, Bill realised that the technology needed to go deeper to truly address the challenges facing our planet, cities, and unconnected buildings. This led Bill to found Novacene in 2021, with a vision to create the next-generation platform that combines live, accurate, and curated data with proper science and mathematics to produce measurable savings and reports for the "E" of ESG. At Novacene, we're not just creating technology, but shaping the future of building performance.

Currently serving as the Head of Facilities Management at Stonegate, Carl is a highly experienced facilities leader who has spent over two decades delivering FM services across expansive property portfolios within retail, commercial, corporate, residential, data centre and logistics premises.

With a rich career history that spans Head of Facilities Management at The Cooperative Group and Midcounties Co-operative respectively, Carl has developed a honed understanding and expansive skill set across operational and strategic management, risk mitigation, and the implementation of cost-effective, sustainable practices.

A respected figure in the industry, Carl has led numerous successful facilities management initiatives and is known for his ability to incorporate the latest technologies into smart building solutions. As he joins the Smart Buildings Show, attendees can look forward to gaining insights from Carl on how to leverage smart technologies for the development of more efficient, sustainable, and future-ready facilities.

A leader in the Facilities industry, Ian has a rich history of implementing monitoring and control solutions that exceed customer expectations and elevate industry standards. Over 20+ years he has amassed invaluable experience from a diverse portfolio of roles at brands such as Tesco, Wolseley, Accruent, The Coop and Mitie.

A decisive, insightful, and forward-thinking individual with the vision to place organisations at the forefront of their marketplace through embracing new technologies. Ian has a proven track record of success delivering large-scale projects, involving the deployment of IoT devices and methodologies, to streamline operations and drive significant cost savings.

His commercial acumen, coupled with an expertise in managing change, ensures a high-cost return on investment (CROI) on projects under his leadership. While a talent for assembling and nurturing powerful, high-performing teams underpins the successful delivery of set objectives.

His passion for the industry, combined with in-depth knowledge and experience make him a respected authority in the field and go to advisory for any project implementation.

With over 7 years’ experience incubating high growth start-ups within the global technology market and an academic background in law and business sustainability management, Jessica is passionate about helping businesses drive sustainable change by embracing innovative technologies.

Actively involved in public policy forums in Northern Ireland and an advocate of evidence-based policy design, Jessica has curated a unique blend of industry knowledge supported by a strategic understanding of sustainability at both an enterprise and governmental level.

Christian Heim is a Sales Representative at Contemporary Controls EMEA with offices in Leipzig, Germany and Coventry, United Kingdom. With more than 15 years of experience in the buildings industry, specializing in Smart Buildings and IoT Systems, Christian believes that open technology-based products and open partner channel-based distribution are the key factors for successful deployment of a Smart Building project. Christian is also a lecturer at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts for IoT Systems in operation.

Stewart Langdown is a seasoned professional in the lighting industry, renowned for his exceptional contributions and expertise in lighting control. With more than 30 years of experience, he has established himself as a leading figure in the field, holding the Director of Business Development position at zencontrol.

Stewart's journey in the industry began with a foundation in Electronics and Construction before venturing into the lighting industry. Notably, Stewart's career has been heavily focused on Business Development, where he has been instrumental in introducing innovative technologies like DSI, DALI, and DALI Emergency to new markets. Additionally, Stewart has a great passion for sustainable lighting which is evident in his advocacy efforts, as he continuously works to raise awareness about the benefits of smart technology and the importance of selecting appropriate technology to enhance building longevity.

As an accomplished speaker and lecturer, Stewart has shared his knowledge and insights with audiences worldwide, even taking part in academic courses related to lighting. He is actively involved in the DALI Alliance further solidifying his status as an influential figure in the field. Stewart is also a Fellow of CIBSE’s the Society of Light and Lighting FSLL.

Andy has been working in the building services industry since 1986. Initially training as an air conditioning engineer he continued to develop his skills in building services through hands-on installation, maintenance and commissioning culminating in a career in the emerging BMS industry in the mid 1990’s.

Over the years he has held engineering and leadership roles with contractors, technology providers and manufacturers including the position of Technical Manager at Sontay. In 2006 he started a control systems contracting business with two partners and remained managing director there until 2014 before setting out on his own to provide contract consultancy services.

Recent appointments include managing the EMEA critical systems environmental monitoring strategy for a large investment bank and building services commissioning manager at a landmark medical research facility in London. Control systems and BMS are his area of expertise and he has gained a wealth of experience working within the building services industry.

He is passionate about innovation and especially the convergence of sensing and I.T. systems establishing BMS as a proven technology in the “Internet of Things” revolution.

Alan is a leading authority figure within the lighting industry because of his broad knowledge in Intelligent Lighting and Smart Buildings, and years of management and leadership experience. Alan’s interest and passion is people, the environment, wellbeing, lighting, technology, and choice!

With over 30 years of experience in the lighting industry Alan is a true specialist in the application and impact of intelligent lighting, and has been involved in many of the worlds landmark projects.

Alan is now working internationally to educate and demonstrate the positive impact of intelligent lighting solutions and interoperable building services on sustainability, health and wellbeing as well as building efficiencies, and to broaden the understanding and accelerate the uptake of Intelligent Lighting and Smart Solutions in buildings.

To date Alan has presented over 240 Seminars attended by more than 4000 lighting and building professionals.

Paul has over 30 years of experience in building technologies working in mainland Europe and the UK. His experience has included building automation, the energy industry and manufacturing. He is passionate about the use of smart building technologies and the real world advantages in future proofing buildings, providing occupants with greater choice, improved energy management and healthier living environments.

Graduated with Merit - MSc in Architecture: Advanced Environmental and Energy Studies from the UEL University of East London at the Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT ). " Are ever tightening UK building regulations the panacea to curbing residential energy use? Does social engineering of lifestyles via policy and legislation have a complementary role?"

Roger has over 25 years of experience in network design, connectivity, embedded systems, and device security – with more than a decade of experience in highly available and scalable web systems. He has previously worked at ST Microelectronics, Ubiquisys, Lucent Microelectronics and Cisco Systems.

Experienced in optimising energy usage and implementing sustainable solutions for a large-scale organizations. Proven track record of leading teams in driving cost savings and reducing environmental impact.

Martin is responsible for all energy management contracts & services that focus on reduction of energy consumption; these include customers such as Vodafone, Royal Mail, Rolls Royce and Lloyds Banking Group. With over 15 years of experience in energy management, he is both a Chartered Engineer & Chartered Energy Manager. Martin is passionate about bringing Net-Zero plans to fruition.

Chris Derham has over 30 years’ experience in the Information Technology industry, with experience across all verticals and sectors. In his current role as Business Development Director, Networks Division, Chris is responsible for bringing new solutions to market, helping develop these solutions to fit many disparate customer needs, developing new partnerships, communications with industry analysts and helping grow business in the UK and Ireland Region.

Simon Ward is an experienced Sales Professional in the building automation market. He has extensive experience of the installation and use of room controls as well as technical knowledge of advanced building automation in commercial buildings such as offices, hotels and apartments. He started his career at Distech Controls in 2015 and has built a successful sales team in the UK, positioning Distech Controls as a tier 1 vendor in the UK and Irish markets.

With more than 30 years’ experience in designing, installing and managing enterprise infrastructure solutions, Mike specialises in developing intelligent building solutions that convert technological innovation into valuable business outcomes. He joined LMG in 2007 when it acquired 2iServices, a company he founded and the world’s first organisation dedicated to creating automated infrastructure management solutions.

Paul has well over 30 years management experience. He has held a number of senior IT management roles and is currently the CTO for a number of organisations. Paul holds a diploma in the psychology of management from the Chartered Institute of Personal Development (CPID) underwritten by Herriot Watt University, as well as a Masters in Business Administration (MBA).

Paul has worked in a number of organisations and has specialist knowledge and experience of the financial sector. Paul has a strong technical background and holds numerous IT and academic qualifications which makes him well placed to assist organisation wishing to harness their IT and derive cost savings. Paul specialises in aligning the business goals with the IT deliverables.

Paul is an excellent translator of IT into plain simple English providing your organisation with the necessary information to take informed decisions.

Andy has been with the JIB since 2012 and is experienced in a number of areas across the organisation and with the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS), which covers more than 175,000 valid card holders across the industry including building controls. Andy’s role as Director of Growth and Development is focused on the strategic development of the ECS and includes a leading role in the sector to improve the coverage of the scheme, develop new digital systems and processes to enhance user value, raise competence standards and work for a safer built environment. Andy is on Working Group 2 for Installers as part of Dame Judith Hackitt’s review into competence following the tragedy at Grenfell, is Chair of a smart technology group for CSCS Partner Schemes covering more than 2 million card holders and acts as Secretary to an industry charity promoting skills development and further education.

Graeme is currently the UK & Ireland Digital Energy Marketing Manager for Schneider Electric and has been involved in the building controls industry for more than 30 years, after starting his career as a Project Engineer at Lidworth Ltd. He later moved on to Bristol Management Systems before spending 19 years at Trend Control Systems, where he worked his way up from Regional Field Services Manager to Marketing Director. Early in 2019 Graeme was elected on to the BCIA’s Management Committee and he will now use his years of experience gained in the industry to build on the BCIA’s position as a leading influence on standards, professionalism and innovation for its members.

Signe Norberg is the Head of Public Affairs and Communications at the Aldersgate Group, a multi-stakeholder alliance championing a competitive and environmentally sustainable economy. She is responsible for overseeing the public affairs and communications work of the Group, including leading on its work on nature, skills, regulation and international climate.

Signe has extensive experience of both the public sector and the private sector. Prior to joining Aldersgate Group, she worked at Southwark Council, leading on the local authority’s public affairs work related to environment, public health and housing, as well as Weber Shandwick, a global public relations firms, working with clients ranging from food and drink and transport to social impact and healthcare.

She is also a board member of the Broadway Initiative, and sits on the British Standards Institute’s Nature Investment Standard Strategic Advisory Group.

Fay Holland is a Senior Energy Policy Advisor in the Markets, Policy and Regulation team at Energy Systems Catapult. Her role involves providing policy and regulatory support to teams and projects across the organisation, particularly in the fields of heat decarbonisation and local energy policy. She is currently leading a project on building decarbonisation incentives.

Fay has a background in policy, research and public affairs in the non-profit sector. Prior to joining ESC in March 2023, she led on policy for a national community-focused environmental charity. Fay holds a MA in Policy and Social Research from Aston University.

As Director of Low Carbon, Ilias is an established leader with a passion for energy policy, economics and markets.

During the past 10 years, Ilias has contributed to developing Ecuity (now Gemserv) into an impactful energy consultancy with influence across the green transition agenda, having managed and led a diversity of projects (working with industry as well as national and local government) to meet the challenge of decarbonisation in a cost effective and viable manner.

His demonstrated capacity of conceiving, designing and delivering successful campaigns has seen him provide policy and strategic advice to energy suppliers, manufacturers, industry consortia and start-ups both in the UK and Brussels. A natural problem solver, he is committed to driving low-carbon investment through commercialisation strategies and market development roadmaps.

Prior to Ecuity, he worked as a business consultant for Cemex, policy advisor for the European Commission Delegation to the US, and energy policy consultant for the Bellona Foundation and The Centre in Brussels. His experience in the field is also complemented by his education; he holds post-graduate degrees in Management from Cass Business School and EU Policy from Essex University. A native Greek, Ilias also speaks English, Spanish and German.

Outside of work, Ilias is known for his sense of humour. He enjoys good coffee, the Greek seaside and is currently championing through the early years of parenthood.

Dan Hopkins is the Technical Manager at ebm-papst UK ltd who are a manufacturer of fans, drives, sensors and control products for the heating, ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration industries. In his 27 years at ebm-papst he has pioneered the integration of high efficiency electronically commutated fans and control products into building services equipment and building management systems.