2026-2028 Nominees - Board of Directors
I am a Project Manager in JLL's Climate and Decarbonization Services team, where I use building performance simulation, data analytics, and visualization tools to develop energy efficiency and decarbonization strategies across all scales of real estate - from individual buildings to portfolios. My work directly applies energy modeling to reduce the climate impact of the built environment, aligning with IBPSA-USA's mission. As a sustainability consultant in the commercial real estate sector, I bring unique market perspective to complement the board's existing expertise. I believe that this, along with my passion to advance sustainability in the built environment, and my experience volunteering for IBPSA-USA positions me effectively to serve on the IBPSA-USA board to help further the organization's goals.
What excites me most about building performance simulation is its potential to mitigate the climate impact of our built environment at scale. It provides us the ability to quantify not only the environmental benefit of sustainable design and operational strategies, but also their financial benefits. The continuous evolution of technology and simulation tools enables us to address climate challenges more effectively each passing day, but industry can often encounter barriers that prevent us from leveraging the latest research in practice. IBPSA-USA is invaluable in bringing researchers and practitioners to a single platform to advance the accessibility of new research, datasets, and simulation techniques to industry practitioners. I hope to contribute as a board member to further bridge this gap by actively working to enhance accessibility of simulation innovation, and to reduce barriers to adoption for practitioners in various sectors.
I have been involved in the EPSI committee since its inception, and I am its current vice-chair. As part of EPSI, I have co-lead the organization of the first three IBPSA-USA virtual career fairs, and I am currently working on organizing the fourth one. Additionally, I have participated in the organization and hosting of career advancement webinars. I briefly contributed to the "ask-a-modeler" working group while my schedule permitted. I have also volunteered to review abstracts when requested.
Serving on the IBPSA-USA Board and as Secretary has allowed me to contribute meaningfully to our community while strengthening membership engagement, supporting SimBuild planning, and developing resources for emerging professionals. I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, tool development, and community leadership that directly advances IBPSA-USA’s mission. My experience spans both public and private sectors, covering decarbonization, code compliance, and national tool development, providing a practical perspective on how modeling and tools drive real-world building performance.
I seek to continue on the Board to help build a strong, inclusive simulation community, ensuring practitioners and emerging professionals have the knowledge, tools, and opportunities to translate simulation into tangible performance improvements. I am committed to fostering collaboration, accessibility, and practical impact, and would be honored to continue supporting IBPSA-USA’s growth and leadership in the building simulation and performance industry.On the Board, I hope to continue contributing to strategic initiatives that strengthen IBPSA-USA’s visibility and influence. This includes expanding access to resources and our outreach, promoting collaboration across sectors, and supporting programs that highlight the impact of simulation in practice. By focusing on awareness, inclusion, and practical outcomes, I aim to help the Board guide IBPSA-USA in shaping the future of building performance simulation and ensuring our community remains a recognized leader in the field.
Building Performance Simulation excites me because it turns complex data into actionable insights that can drive real-world building performance and decarbonization. I believe one of IBPSA-USA’s key roles is creating greater awareness about the value and potential of simulation among practitioners, policymakers, and the broader building community. My experience in simulation-driven compliance, tool development, and applied decarbonization gives me a perspective on how to bridge technical knowledge with practical adoption.
On the Board, I hope to continue contributing to strategic initiatives that strengthen IBPSA-USA’s visibility and influence. This includes expanding access to resources and our outreach, promoting collaboration across sectors, and supporting programs that highlight the impact of simulation in practice. By focusing on awareness, inclusion, and practical outcomes, I aim to help the Board guide IBPSA-USA in shaping the future of building performance simulation and ensuring our community remains a recognized leader in the field.
I have actively contributed to IBPSA-USA’s mission through involvement in the following initiatives:
- Board Member since 2021 & Secretary (elected) since 2023.
- Chair, Membership and Chapters Committee: Lead strategy to improve member engagement and experience, oversee coordination with Chapters.
- SimBuild 2024 and 2026 Steering Committee (invited): Supported conference planning, review processes, and long-term strategy. Chaired the SimBuild 2024 Scholarship Committee that oversaw application review and award process. Also, served as a peer reviewer and presenter for SImBuild 2024. Organized EPSI's NREL Tour.
- Founder and former Chair of Emerging Professional and Students of IBPSA-USA (EPSI) Committee - Helping organize Career Connections event since 2023, Organized and moderated Career Advancement Webinars, served as a member of Project Execution Committee for BEMP training material development and currently serve as a mentor for the EPSI committee activities.
- Past committee member of Conference Committee (served as the Vice-Chair), Education Committee (supporting member).
David Goldwasser
I have been a software engineer and researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory for more than 14 years; working on development of the OpenStudio platform, developing an initial library of OpenStudio measures through analysis projects, creating videos to demonstrate functionality, and supporting modelers and developers. I became the primary investigator for OpenStudio in 2023. In addition to OpenStudio I’m also involved in Industrial Construction Innovation research at NREL. Prior to joining NREL I had 10 years’ experience in architectural and construction management practices, and another 5 years consulting for the AEC industry in advanced interactive media.
While my personal perspective of IBPSA-USA is as a software develop, an energy modeler, and an architect; as a board member I would serve the membership at large taking guidance from members on prioritization and direction of IBPSA-USA efforts to advance and promote performance simulation for an ever-changing industry and world.
What excites me about Building Performance Simulation is the positive impact we can have on the built environment, building occupants, operators, and owners, as well as the AEC professionals who directly design and build and renovate buildings. I know that building design and is a team effort involving many professional organizations including but not limited to ASHRAE, AIA, and IBPSA. I approach the IBPSA-USA board, first supporting IBPSA-USA members, but always considering how the decisions we make ultimately tie into efforts and decisions by other organizations to impact how new buildings are built, existing buildings are renovated and maintained.
In addition to currently serving on the IBPA-USA Board of Directors, I am active in the research committee, planning IBPSA-Mixa events. I try to attend most SimBuild conferences, including 2022 in Chicago and 2024 in Denver, and I plan to attend SimBuild 2026 in Minneapolis
My work sits at the intersection of sustainability and technology. In recent years, I have led efforts in building tools, advanced analytics, and carbon modeling. Through my recent work at NBBJ and with IDC - an industry consortium, I remain deeply engaged in performance through aligning firms around shared data goals, emerging tools, and applied research. This vantage point gives me a clear understanding of the technical and organizational structures needed for simulation to be an embedded part of design. I have experience building cross-firm collaboration, shaping data standards, and advancing workflows that support consistent, high-quality performance analysis. I would love to bring this system-wide perspective to the IBPSA-USA board and help strengthen the industry’s capacity to use simulation meaningfully and at scale.
We know that a strong technological infrastructure is the necessary foundation for rapid, reliable performance insights. Without consistent data structures, shared standards, and interoperable workflows, simulation remains slow, fragmented, and difficult to apply at scale. I am excited to contribute towards strengthening the pipelines that carry performance data from models to design choices, advancing clearer definitions and schemas for modeling and simulations, and helping translate research into tools and processes that practitioners can trust and reuse. I have worked with vendors across the industry and I am committed to driving interoperability frameworks, aligning technical roadmaps, and advocating for user-centered design so performance insights flow naturally into project work. I am also excited about expanding data sharing and collective knowledge resources so the field can learn more effectively across firms and project types.
Unfortunately I have not been involved in past IBPSA-USA activities
Bellal Hossain
Director Business Development & HSE- H&H Telecom Construction Inc
I currently lead technical operations at H&H Telecom Construction, where I oversee complex infrastructure projects that rely heavily on accurate modeling, energy-aware design, and system-level performance analysis. My work increasingly intersects with Building Performance Simulation as we integrate fiber networks, smart sensors, and real-time data pathways into modern buildings. These technologies only reach their potential when paired with high-quality simulation that predicts how systems behave, conserve energy, and support resilient operations.
I am running for the IBPSA-USA board because I believe strongly in bridging the gap between digital infrastructure and high-performance buildings. I bring hands-on field experience, a deep respect for data accuracy, and a commitment to helping the industry adopt smarter modeling practices. I would be honored to contribute my perspective, strengthen collaboration across disciplines, and support IBPSA-USA’s mission to advance meaningful, practical, simulation-driven decision-making.
What excites me most about Building Performance Simulation is its power to turn complex systems into clear, predictive insights that help us design smarter, safer, and more efficient buildings. As our industry moves toward interconnected infrastructure—fiber networks, sensors, automation, and real-time data—simulation becomes the bridge that allows these technologies to truly enhance building performance.
On the IBPSA-USA board, I would bring a practical, field-driven perspective rooted in hands-on work with digital infrastructure and system-level planning. I believe in making simulation more accessible to contractors, engineers, and owners who rely on accurate models to make critical decisions. My goal is to help strengthen collaboration between modelers and practitioners, promote data accuracy, and support education that connects simulation to real-world outcomes.
I would work to expand IBPSA-USA’s reach, encourage emerging technologies, and ensure simulation remains a trusted foundation for resilient, future-ready buildings.
While my direct involvement with IBPSA-USA has been limited so far, I have followed the organization’s work closely through publications, webinars, and industry updates. I’ve used IBPSA-USA resources to stay informed about emerging modeling practices, technology trends, and best-practice guidance.
Although I have not yet been an active participant in committees or events, I am eager to increase my engagement and contribute more directly. Serving on the board would give me a meaningful opportunity to support the community, learn from experienced members, and help advance initiatives that connect simulation professionals with practitioners in the field.
Nathaniel Jones
Senior Consultant at Arup
As president of IBPSA-USA since 2024, I oversaw the relaunch of SimBuild and the formation and revitalization of the Boston, New York, and Penn State chapters. I serve on the boards of IBPSA-USA (since 2020) and IBPSA world (since 2024). Over the last ten years, I have launched numerous projects to bridge the gap between practitioners and researchers, including the Research Committee webinars, the ‘Ask a Modeler’ column, and the HackSimBuild performance simulation buildathon. I am chair of SimBuild 2026 and past scientific committee chair for SimBuild 2024, and I serve on numerous IBPSA-USA committees.
Professionally, I am a senior consultant in daylighting, microclimate, and comfort simulation at Arup, and I teach energy and lighting simulation at Wentworth Institute of Technology. I am the creator of tools such as comfort.arup.com and Accelerad, and I have authored over twenty peer-reviewed papers on occupant health, comfort, and building energy use.
IBPSA brings together a diverse body of architects, engineers, developers, researchers, teachers, and students with a common goal: To create better building performance through simulation. Our community includes energy modelers, architects, daylight designers, air quality specialists, data scientists, urban planners, utilities, and many other fields. As a young industry that constantly innovates in response to new tools, new regulations, and new technologies at all scales, we struggle to maintain a connection between research and practice. I believe that IBPSA is the best organization to bridge between researchers and practitioners, and my goal for my continuing service on the board is to make IBPSA the most effective it can be at producing, promoting, and sharing innovations in all areas of building performance simulation. I hope to accomplish this through events, programs, and online content that foster a global community of simulationists, with an emphasis on outreach to students and young professionals.
IBPSA-USA Board of Directors, President
IBPSA-World Board of Directors, At-Large
Research Committee, Past Chair
Communications Committee
Conferences Committee
Finance and Development Committee
Membership and Chapters Committee
2026 SimBuild Steering Committee, Chair
2024 SimBuild Scientific Committee, Chair
2022 HackSimBuild, Chair
2022 Building Performance Simulation Analysis Conference and SimBuild Scientific Committee
2017 Building Simulation Conference Program Committee
Research Committee Webinar Series, Past Host
Ask a Modeler, Past Editor
I am a Building Science Specialist focusing on daylighting, microclimate simulation, and data-driven environmental analysis for campus and institutional projects. My work integrates energy modeling, CFD wind studies, UTCI comfort analysis, and solar access evaluation to inform climate-responsive design. Beyond project work, I actively contribute to the simulation community through research on future-weather datasets, outdoor thermal-comfort visualization, and new communication methods such as animated-sunlight metrics. My work has been shared across the Ladybug Tools forum, the Sustainable Design Leaders network, and conferences including SimBuild and EDRA, and was recognized as the Overall Winner of the 2025 IBPSA-USA Project StaSIO Annual Challenge. I would be a strong addition to the IBPSA-USA Board because I bring a cross-disciplinary perspective and a focus on translating complex simulation results into clear, actionable design insights—helping strengthen the connection between research, tools, and real-world decision making.
What excites me most about Building Performance Simulation is its growing potential to connect research, practice, and education through clearer, more impactful communication of environmental data. With strong ties to the academic community, I am particularly motivated to advance methods that improve simulation information delivery and broaden awareness of data visualization as an essential design tool. On the IBPSA-USA Board, I hope to expand the organization’s visibility and strengthen engagement across the full spectrum of stakeholders—from students and emerging professionals to designers, analysts, and software developers. My recent work on UTCI visualization frameworks, animated sunlight metrics, and future-weather scenario analysis reflects my commitment to making simulation more accessible, intuitive, and broadly understood. I would bring a user-centered, data-driven perspective and support initiatives that advance education, communication standards, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to build a more informed and simulation-literate design community.
- 2025 IBPSA-USA Project StaSIO Annual Challenge – Overall Winner Recognized for developing climate-visualization and microclimate–comfort analysis methods that improve communication of simulation insights.
- SimBuild 2024, Denver – Hackathon Participant Contributed to a rapid prototyping team using web-based simulation tools.
- SimBuild 2026 – Paper Author (under review) Submitted a paper on visualization-driven approaches to interpreting future-weather data for design applications.
- SimBuild 2026 – Conference Reviewer Served as a peer reviewer for submitted technical papers, supporting the scientific rigor of the conference.
- IBPSA-USA Webinars – Ongoing Participant Regularly attend IBPSA-USA webinars to stay informed on new research, tools, and community initiatives.
I currently lead the Energy and Sustainability department, where I oversee building performance simulation for high-performance, low-carbon projects nationwide. I also serve in a leadership role with the IBPSA NYC chapter, helping strengthen the local modeling community through events, knowledge sharing, and practitioner support. My work focuses on applying ASHRAE 90.1, advanced simulation methods, and integrated design strategies to help teams make data-driven decisions that improve energy efficiency, comfort, and resilience. I am committed to bridging the gap between research and practice—providing clear, reliable modeling guidance and promoting consistency across codes, standards, and workflows. If elected to the IBPSA-USA board, I will work to expand practitioner resources, strengthen education for both new and experienced modelers, and foster collaboration between consultants, researchers, and software developers. My goal is to represent the needs of working modelers and advance our collective impact. Thank you for your consideration.
Building Performance Simulation excites me because it sits at the intersection of data, design, and climate action. It gives us the ability to predict real outcomes, guide better decisions, and directly influence how buildings perform for decades. What motivates me most is the opportunity to make simulation more accessible, more consistent, and more impactful across the industry. On the IBPSA-USA board, I would work to strengthen the connection between research and everyday practice—helping ensure new methods, standards, and tools translate into clear benefits for modelers and project teams. I want to expand practitioner-focused resources, support the development of standardized workflows, and elevate training opportunities for both emerging professionals and experienced simulation leaders. I would also bring experience from leading the IBPSA NYC chapter—building community, fostering knowledge exchange, and encouraging collaboration. My goal is to help IBPSA-USA empower practitioners and drive meaningful improvements in building performance nationwide.
I currently serve in a leadership role with the newly re-established IBPSA NYC chapter, where I have been closely involved in restarting the chapter and shaping its direction. My participation includes planning our initial events, coordinating with speakers, identifying topics that address practical challenges faced by modelers, and helping rebuild engagement within the local simulation community. I also contribute to discussions on chapter strategy, outreach, and long-term programming as we re-launch and expand activities. Beyond the chapter, I regularly participate in IBPSA-USA webinars, technical sessions, and practitioner discussions, offering perspectives from day-to-day modeling practice and code-driven simulation work. My involvement reflects a commitment to advancing modeling quality, supporting practitioners, and strengthening communication between researchers and consultants.
I am currently a member of the energy modeling team at Salas O'Brien and lead the development efforts of the TRNSYS software package. I have been active in building performance simulation and TRNSYS specifically since the 1990s. I have been involved with IBPSA-USA since the early 2000s and am active in ASHRAE technical committees and standards.
IBPSA-USA is at an inflection point as the long-term support of DOE is no longer a certainty. The board is going to need to pivot in its activities to figure out how to continue to support the BPS industry through increased volunteer efforts and alternative methods of fund raising. I have been active in IBPSA-USA and the board through the transition from all volunteer to a professional organization and from a purely social organization to one that supports industry initiatives. I would like to continue to bring that historical perspective on things that have worked or not worked in the past and ideas that might be worth trying again as we transition the organization.
Board member from 2005-2013 and 2019-present. Secretary from 2010-2013 and 2021-2022. Vice President 2023-2024. Chair of SimBuild 2012 in Madison. Member of Finance and Development, Building Data Exchange, and Certification committees.
Joel Neymark
Principal at J. Neymark and Associates
ResumeSince 1991, Joel has focused on testing and validation of building performance simulation (BPS) software. As an independent consultant in collaboration with U.S. Department of Energy national laboratories and the international software-developer community, he is lead- or co-author for most of the BPS software test suites of ASHRAE/IBPSA Standard 140, "Method of Test for Evaluating Building Performance Simulation Software". Joel’s related professional activities include: recent past Chair (2014 – 2023) of the Standard-140 project committee, and voting member of ASHRAE TC 4.7 (Energy Estimating and Modeling Methods).
Joel joined IBPSA-USA’s Board in 2024 and is current Treasurer. He recently joined the IBPSA-World Board as the USA-affiliate representative and is a Standards Committee member. Since 1997 Joel has prominently participated at IBPSA-World and IBPSA-USA conferences, and was previously active with Denver-IBPSA organizing. Joel’s experience and current participation in IBPSA (USA and World) qualifies him to continue serving on the IBPSA-USA board.
• I first began modeling in 1986 as a graduate student at Colorado State University. That was a mind expanding “gateway” that led to modeling consulting work with a variety of clients applying a variety of BPS tools, and ultimately to the research and standards development path described in “Statement” above. I was then, and still am, excited about the potential for energy modeling to facilitate energy efficient designs, and about the societal benefits that stem from that.
• My vision for continuing with the IBPSA-USA Board is for teaming to drive incremental progress. As Treasurer, I participate in Board leadership, and I am grateful for the opportunity to help guide IBPSA-USA as we move from hosting biennial to annual conferences, and generally work to grow – with an eye toward not over-extending our financial and human resources.
I have participated in IBPSA conferences for many years, and have become active in administrative roles more recently, as follows:
IBPSA-USA
- Board Treasurer: since 2025
- Review and present financial reports at 2025 virtual annual meeting
- Board Member: since 2024
- Certification Committee: since 2024
- Attend semi-annual meetings/receptions: since … many years
IBPSA-World - Board Member (IBPSA-USA affiliate representative): since 2025
- Standards Committee Member: since 2024
Denver Chapter - Denver chapter organizing committee (2017 – 2024):
- Organize student nights
- Contribute to other event planning
Conferences
- IBPSA-USA
- 2024 SimBuild/BPAC: presentation author
- 2022 SimBuild/BPAC: presentation author (had to miss for covid exposure)
- 2020 SimBuild/BPAC (virtual): attended
- 2018 SimBuild (Chicago): attended
- 2012 SimBuild (Madison): session chair
- IBPSA-World
- Presented papers, reviewed papers, and chaired sessions at:
- Brisbane (2025): Presenter
- Shanghai hybrid (2023): Chaired 2 sessions
- Bruges (2021): Presenter, session chair
- Rome (2019): Presenter, session chair
- San Francisco (2017): Presenter, session chair
- Chambery (2013): 2 papers presented, session chair
- Sydney (2011): 2 papers presented
- Glasgow (2009): 1 paper presented, 1 paper co-authored
- Montreal (2005): 1 paper presented
- Rio de Janeiro (2001): 1 paper presented
- Prague (1997): 1 paper presented
- Madison (1995): attended
Other
- IBPSA Music Competition Award (Building Simulation 2021 conference, Bruges, Belgium).
- Regular participant in ASHRAE annual and winter meetings and previous ASHRAE BPAC conferences
- Contributor to multiple editions of the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals (Chapter 19, Energy Estimating and Modeling Methods)
I am currently leading the Building Performance Team at Mazzetti, where our mission is to bend the climate curve through engineering excellence. In my 15 years in the industry, I have seen simulation transform from a niche task to a central driver of sustainable design.
Having served on the IBPSA-Bay Area board (2016-2018), I have a deep appreciation for the collaborative spirit of this organization. I am running for the national board to champion the next generation of modeling, focusing on automation, open-source tools, and data integration. I want to help IBPSA-USA empower its members not just to model buildings, but to lead the technological evolution of our industry. I would be honored to serve the community that has shaped my career.
I will bring this perspective to the board by advocating for the 'modernization' of our member resources to adapt to the new AI era. I envision an IBPSA-USA that actively helps mechanical engineers bridge the gap to becoming software-literate analysts. I want to champion initiatives that democratize access to advanced tools like open-source auto-calibration and parametric analysis. My goal is to ensure our community leads the industry’s digital transformation, making sophisticated M&V and operational analytics the standard for every firm
My deepest involvement with the organization was serving as a Board Member for the IBPSA-Bay Area Chapter from 2016 to 2018. During this time, I played an active leadership role in revitalizing the local community. I helped organize technical seminars, facilitated peer-to-peer knowledge exchanges, and coordinated networking events that connected diverse practitioners across the region.
Outside of this elected role, I have been an active participant for over 15 years. I regularly attend national conferences (SimBuild/BuildSim) and regional events, using these platforms to stay at the forefront of the industry and mentor younger engineers.
With my experience in building performance simulation, sustainability expert and architecture, I would like to work with the IBPSA-USA board to enhance the IBPSA brand and recognitions from other AEC industry community such as architects, facility managers and building owners, and expand IBPSA membership among researchers, energy modelers or other simulation experts. The more recognition from other AEC practitioners, the more they will understand the value of simulations for buildings and IBPSA members as a key component in design process, not only for complying with energy code or achieving LEED points.
I believe building performance simulation should be implemented in any building projects. It should be an integral part in building design process. As an architect, I love to see beautiful buildings. However, beautiful only is not sufficient. Buildings shall provide comfortable spaces, positive impact to its community and has minimum impact to the environment. Therefore, building performance will be the key to achieve the goals. I would like to promote building performance simulations in the building industry and expand the role and implementation of building performance simulations beyond energy modeling.
IBPSA education committee, IBPSA board of director (2019-2025), IBPSA Houston – assisting Performance Huddle conference
Shashank Singh
Energy Analyst- DeltaE Consulting
I am an energy analyst/mechanical engineer with six years of experience in building performance simulation and building design and construction. I support projects in Seattle and the Washington State, with earlier experience conducting research under the NCCETC in North Carolina. My work includes high-performance buildings, code-compliant modeling, and data-driven decision making across varied building types. I have contributed to Living Building Challenge projects and existing-building performance evaluations, strengthening both my ability to manage uncertainty and my understanding of gaps between modeled and measured outcomes. I am committed to making simulation more accessible and impactful for practitioners and owners. As a new IBPSA-USA member and an active participant in IBPSA webinars and events, I bring a fresh perspective and a global viewpoint as an India-based modeler working closely with U.S. policies. My manager, Andi Burnam, supports my application and increased involvement as part of our firm’s commitment to industry engagement.
Building Performance Simulation excites me because it turns complex building behavior into insight we can act on and make buildings better and energy efficient. The field is evolving and calibration, data driven modeling, and integration with real time building performance are pushing us toward a future where simulation is not just predictive and code driven, but continuously validated and adaptive. That transition from design only to lifecycle intelligence excites me a lot. As a member of the IBPSA-USA board, my aim would be to promote knowledge sharing that is centered on practitioners, make simulation more accessible to newcomers, and enhance the visibility of successful real world case studies, particularly concerning existing buildings. Given my experience working globally and remotely, I also aspire to expand access for members, fostering greater geographic and professional diversity. My goal is to assist IBPSA-USA in maintaining its leadership in both innovation and inclusion.
I am a new IBPSA-USA member and have not yet participated in formal chapter or committee activities. However, I have been actively engaged in the broader performance simulation activities through code development work for Washington State (including an accepted C406 proposal for the 2024 Washington State Energy Code, WSEC) and through technical knowledge sharing, most recently presenting on thermal bridging at the Seattle Chapter’s AIA COTE Slam. I am eager to transition this experience into direct involvement with IBPSA-USA and contribute actively if elected to the Board.
Viswanathan Ganesh
Pennsylvania State University
Student Director Candidate
As a PhD candidate at Penn State's Sustainable Buildings and Societies Laboratory, I develop machine learning controls and transfer learning to unlock additional IT headroom in data centers—work recognized by an ASHRAE Grant-in-Aid. I bring this technical expertise, alongside proven leadership as Penn State IBPSA-USA Chapter Chair, to the Student Director role. Having led 90+ students as former VP of the Graduate Student Association, I know how to assess student needs and drive organizational action. On the Board, I will actively contribute to the EPSI Committee, bridging the gap between academic research and professional practice. My focus is clear: expanding our professional network and ensuring IBPSA-USA provides the resources, mentorship, and advocacy necessary for the next generation of building performance leaders.
What excites me about Building Performance Simulation is that it is the language where disciplines converge. My own journey—transitioning from an expert in electrical engineering to researching mechanical systems at Penn State, all while leveraging computer science and data science—reflects this convergence. I see simulation as the tool that breaks down silos to solve complex problems. I will bring this 'nexus thinking' to the IBPSA-USA Board. As Student Director, I will advocate for programming that helps students navigate this multidisciplinary landscape. Through the EPSI Committee, I aim to foster a collaborative environment where students from diverse backgrounds—whether coding, physics, or power systems—find a home. My vision is to build a community that is as technically agile and integrated as the simulations we create.
1. Chair, Penn State IBPSA-USA Student Chapter (2025–Present) Participation: Leadership / Strategic Description: As Chair, I lead strategy and industry outreach. I launched my tenure by organizing the "Advanced Modeling and Simulation" lecture series featuring experts like Dr. Michael Wetter, Dr. Sen Huang, Dr. Cary Faulkner, Prof. Wangda Zuo, Prof. Xu Han, and Dr. Saranya Anbarasu, as well as hosting Dr. David Blum. I serve as the primary liaison connecting students to national resources.
2. Scientific Peer Reviewer, SimBuild 2026 Participation: Technical Contributor Description: I evaluate technical submissions to ensure high scientific standards for the conference, contributing directly to the community's academic discourse.
3. Attendee, SimBuild 2024 (Denver) Participation: Active Participant Description: My first IBPSA-USA event. The technical sessions and networking inspired me to revitalize the Penn State Student Chapter and assume my current leadership role.
4. Member, IBPSA-USA Participation: Student Member Description: Active member utilizing community resources and industry updates to support my PhD research in building performance simulation.
