Speakers
Andy Gager, CMRP, CPIM, CAMA
CEO
AMG International Consulting
Gager has over 25 years of manufacturing experience ranging from warehousing operations to plant manager. Specializing in Materials Management and Operations, Gager has led multiple improvements initiatives that include Kaizen events that resulted in process cost reductions of $1.4M annually, strategic sourcing programs that reduced inventories 70 percent, and successful reconfiguration of warehousing operations that reduced space by 60% while improving efficiency. Gager is CPIM, Six Sigma certified Green Belt, CMRP and formally trained in Change Management Principles. He has led and facilitated global design teams with such companies as Alcan and Alcoa. His articles have been published in numerous trade magazines and referenced as a contributing expert in the field of MRO management and EAMs implementations.
Darrell X. Rounds, FMA®, C.E.M. (he/him/his)
EV Infrastructure Strategy Lead for North America
General Motors Company
Rounds has been employed by General Motors for over 24 years where he's served in several leadership roles related to Facilities Management and Construction. In these roles, Darrell has been responsible for properties totaling more than 53 million square feet and $7.2 Billion in assets. He currently serves as a leader within GM's Electric Vehicle Occupational Safety organization. He received his B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University and his M.S. degree in Construction Management from Eastern Michigan University. He carries the designation of Facilities Management Administrator from BOMI International and is a Certified Energy Manager with the Association of Energy Engineers. He serves on several industry boards including the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations Industry Advisory Group, the ProFM Institute Commission, and the National Institute of Building Sciences as a member of its Board of Directors and its Treasurer.
Mehdi Jalayerian, PE, LEED AP
Senior Managing Director,
Environmental Systems Design, Inc.
Jalayerian's expertise includes major high-rise and supertall buildings, convention/hotel facilities, and educational/government projects. Mehdi is responsible for business development, client relations, contract performance, and overall quality control among other duties.
Mike Petrusky
Director of Events & Podcast Host
iOFFICE + SpaceIQ
Mike Petrusky is host of both the "Workplace Innovator Podcast" & the "Asset Champion Podcast" while serving as Director of Events at iOFFICE + SpaceIQ. He is passionate about inspiring leaders to pursue the best strategies for the future of work with an emphasis on seeking opportunities to enhance our human experiences both in and out of the workplace. Mike is a dynamic speaker, podcaster, and seasoned marketer who has gained a unique understanding of CRE, FM and Asset Management trends and challenges by interviewing over 200 industry-leaders.
Cody Gray
Director of Product and Design
iOFFICE + SpaceIQ
Cody Gray is Director of Product and Design for iOFFICE + SpaceIQ. Based near Salt Lake City, Utah, he is
focused on EAM and CMMS solutions as well as solutions that interact and support these solutions. He
believes strongly in collaboration and teamwork as driving factors for good design and planning and has
a strong understanding of the multiple facets that can influence a product roadmap. Cody is passionate
about working with his team and the delivery of valuable software solutions to his clients.
Chris Twitchell
Director, Key Accounts
Vector Solutions
Chris is a Strategic Sales Executive with a fifteen-plus-year background facilitating Consulting Services, eLearning, LMS Platform, Human Performance and Technology services solutions into Fortune 500 and 1000 Companies. Chris is involved in many industry associations and has a true passion for the learning industry.
Ben Durfee
Senior Sales Manager,
Turntide Technologies
Ben Durfee has been working in building automation and energy efficiency for the last decade many of those years based in Australia. With experience in engineering and running service departments, he understands the needs of both end-users and service providers in having reliable access to building data in new and innovative formats and continues to put that towards helping clients find the right solution for their building.
A dedicated professional with over 9 years of smart buildings & automation experience including system integration, HVAC analytics, IoT, and team organization. Seasoned upper-level manager specializing in energy optimization, efficient work processes, and managing large-scale rollouts.