ASHE PRESIDENT
Division Director
Facilities Management
Energy and Infrastructure
Midwest
CommonSpirit Health, Omaha, NE
Scott Martin CHE CHFM CHC
Director Engineering and Operations
Duke Health
Managing Electrical Systems in Healthcare
Using Technology to Overcome the Labor Gap: An ECU Health Medical Center Case Study
Cameron Graham & Christopher Hariz
Using Technology to Overcome the Labor Gap: An ECU Health Medical Center Case Study
Cameron Graham & Christopher Hariz
Master Coach, Co-Owner, Serendipity ActionCOACH of Central NC
Shaping The Future: A Practical Guide to Succession Planning in Healthcare Facility Planning, Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Industries
Accountability Coach and Manager of Community Development
Serendipity ActionCOACH of Central NC
Shaping The Future: A Practical Guide to Succession Planning in Healthcare Facility Planning, Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Industries
UNC Health Blue Ridge Morganton Pavilion - Design & Construction on a Pandemic Timeline
UNC Health Blue Ridge Morganton Pavilion - Design & Construction on a Pandemic Timeline
UNC Health Blue Ridge Morganton Pavilion - Design & Construction on a Pandemic Timeline
UNC Health Blue Ridge Morganton Pavilion - Design & Construction on a Pandemic Timeline
Electrical Safety In OR’s -
Don’t get caught out on a LIM!
Benjamin Kazimier & Philip Ndahi
Electrical Safety In OR’s -
Don’t get caught out on a LIM!
Benjamin Kazimier & Philip Ndahi
Rated or Not? A Guide to Wall Rating Requirements in Healthcare
Julie Risk and Steve Crescenzo
Rated or Not? A Guide to Wall Rating Requirements in Healthcare
Julie Risk and Steve Crescenzo
Extending the Life of the Most Expensive Assets in Your Building (Elevators)
Cory Hunter and Natalie Nordstrom
Extending the Life of the Most Expensive Assets in Your Building (Elevators)
Cory Hunter and Natalie Nordstrom
Healthcare Electrification - Hot Water Conversions for Existing Hospitals
Engineering Ethics
Engineering Ethics
Three Hundred Plus Dampers: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
Deon Lewis (CRMC), Lisa Yagla (MPS), Mark Snyder (MPS),
Jeff Plemmons (RN&M), Jason Moody (RN&M) and Geoff Chitea (RN&M)
Three Hundred Plus Dampers: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
Deon Lewis (CRMC), Lisa Yagla (MPS), Mark Snyder (MPS),
Jeff Plemmons (RN&M), Jason Moody (RN&M) and Geoff Chitea (RN&M)
Three Hundred Plus Dampers: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
Deon Lewis (CRMC), Lisa Yagla (MPS), Mark Snyder (MPS),
Jeff Plemmons (RN&M), Jason Moody (RN&M) and Geoff Chitea (RN&M)
MARK SCHULMANN| Keynote
MICHAEL MARIO | GALA Entertainment
WORKING AGENDA Updated: 6/2/2024
Current invited speakers, date and/or time of sessions my change
ASHE PRESIDENT
Division Director, Facilities Management Energy and Infrastructure Midwest
CommonSpirit Health, Omaha, NE
Presenter Bio:
Skanda Skandaverl brings a wealth of progressive experience across all facets of the healthcare industry, currently holding the position of Division Director, Facilities Management, Energy and Infrastructure at CommonSpirit Health. With a background in Electrical Engineering, a bachelor's degree in management, and an MBA, Skanda is a certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), and a Fellow Member of ASHE (FASHE). He is dedicated to ongoing education and professional development to enhance his impact in the healthcare sector. Skanda currently serves as the President of ASHE.
Mary Ann Hauser and Karen Barnes
Summary
Whether you’re an owner or an emerging leader in your firm, it’s critical to future-proof your
company through succession planning. In addition to core technical skills, running a business
requires additional skill building including financial fluency and leadership acumen. This
presentation provides insights and practical strategies to ensure ongoing success.
Abstract
Succession planning, often relegated to the back burner, is critical for long-term success. Your
business relies heavily on experienced personnel – both within healthcare facility planning and
your architectural, contractor and designer partners. This presentation explores distinct
succession planning challenges, emphasizing the need for a shift in focus beyond core technical
skills to mastering business fundamentals. You will learn first steps to address today’s pressing
challenges and future-proof your firm.
Current Challenges
Today, professional service companies are struggling to develop robust internal pipelines for
future engineering leadership. Between a looming workforce shortage and accelerating
retirement rates among Baby Boomers, companies must actively plan for transition to ensure
ongoing success.
While technical engineering skills are crucial, future leaders need training in and will be
provided practical guidance in how to improve skills in:
Management and Leadership: Developing the ability to think and plan strategically,
motivate, delegate, and inspire teams is essential for effective leadership. Mentorship
programs can pair experienced engineers with high-potential candidates to foster these
skills.
Budgeting: Understanding project financial management allows future leaders to make
sound decisions regarding resource allocation and cost control. Shadowing experienced
staff during budgeting processes provides valuable insights.
Sales and Marketing: Deeply understanding user needs, pain points, as well as value
propositions will help drive qualified leads in competitive markets. Building strong sales
funnels and processes will convert more contacts into contracts. Training programs can
equip future leaders with effective communication and sales skills.
Team Building: Creating a positive and collaborative work environment is essential for
attracting and retaining top talent. Training programs can focus on effective
communication, conflict resolution, and fostering a culture of innovation and
ownership.
Current owners need to consider an Exit Strategy. Many baby boomer owners lack a formal
exit strategy, creating uncertainty and hindering leadership transitions. Developing exit
plans well in advance ensures a smooth handover and minimizes disruption.
create desired outcomes that reward their efforts.
Conclusion
By proactively addressing succession planning challenges and expanding team skillsets beyond
core technical expertise, companies can effectively and affordably secure a more stable and
sustainable future for their firms.
Presenters Biographies:
Mary Ann Hauser, Master Coach, Co-Owner, Serendipity ActionCOACH of Central NC
Mary Ann ranks as one of the Global Top 100 Business Coaches in the World and is the
owner of one of the largest ActionCOACH firms in NC. Her passion lies in helping
businesses grow and business owners lead while building strong workplaces where people
and communities thrive. When not coaching and teaching business about growth she and
her husband Kurt will be cruising the Outer Banks of NC on their boat.
Karen Barnes, Accountability Coach and Manager of Community Development
Serendipity ActionCOACH of Central NC
A Winston Salem native, Karen’s been an entrepreneur since grade school when she
pickled vegetables from her dad’s garden and sold them around the neighborhood from
her red wagon. Prior to joining Action COACH, she founded both Agile City and Venture
Café, making huge positive contribution to Winston-Salem and each individual she
touched along the way. When not working to help business owners and the community grow, Karen spends her time with her wife and dog doing what she loves...travel, drawing, reading, playing golf, hiking, and of course eating cheeseburgers!
Cameron Graham, ECU Health Medical Center
Christopher Hariz, Hemodal
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify CMS code requirements for offsite facilities and code sections, allowing
alternative testing procedures
2. Conduct a risk assessment when evaluating IoT (internet of things) networks and systems
3. Develop an implementation plan for automation in Healthcare Facilities
4. Evaluate IoT solutions based on their component technologies
Abstract:
This educational session equips healthcare facility professionals with the knowledge and skills
required to effectively utilize the latest generation of smart devices powered by artificial
intelligence and IT-free wireless networks. Learn firsthand from ECU Health Medical Center
through their case study, which will analyze how their adoption of modern IoT (internet of things)
networks have resulted in a reduction of hundreds of labor hours annually.
The program will enable participants to conduct a qualitative and quantitative assessment of the
financial and operational impacts of deploying compliance automation devices. Additionally, it will cover the identification of various components required in an IoT network and the evaluation of relevant compliance codes governing automation technologies.
Presenters Biographies:
Cameron Graham
Mgr., Mechanical and Electrical Systems
ECU Health Medical Center
252-917-2193
Cameron Graham is the Manager of Mechanical and Electrical Systems at ECU Health Medical
Center. His leadership and continuous pursuit of professional development showcase his
dedication to maintaining the highest standards in healthcare facility management.
Christopher Hariz
Founder
Hexmodal
207-468-2436
Christopher Hariz is the Founder of Hexmodal, a leading technology provider of Smart Devices
for Healthcare Facility Teams. His unique background in both the Internet of Things (IoT) and
Facility Management puts him in the position to build tools that leverage the latest technologies
to solve the complex problems facing Facility Managers today.
Scott Martin CHE CHFM CHC
Director, Engineering & Operations, Duke Health
This session will focus on the key aspects of managing electrical systems within healthcare facilities. During this session I will discuss how healthcare electrical systems are unique, including the National Electrical code and other NFPA compliance for healthcare electrical. The session will begin with basic electrical system knowledge and describe some of the systems and devices that are unique to healthcare electrical systems. We will discuss hospital grade devices, line isolation power systems, wet locations, essential electrical systems, paralleling systems, transfer switches, generators, maintenance, and testing. The goal of this session is to teach some of those participants without any electrical knowledge some of the basics of healthcare electrical systems and provide a refresher course for those who have some experience with these systems within their organizations. During the course I will speak about the code and compliance of electrical systems as related to the National Electrical Code, Facilities Guidelines (FGI) and other NFPA standards. The course will cover some basic electrical safety and some basic areas to evaluate for energy savings.
The program will focus on the learning outcomes listed below:
· Basics of electrical systems
· Electrical devices and systems unique to healthcare
· Code Compliance of Electrical systems related to healthcare
· Emergency Power Systems (Essential Electrical Systems)
· Basic Electrical Safety around complex systems in hospitals
· Basic overview of Energy Savings opportunities within healthcare organizations
The session “Managing Electrical Systems in Healthcare” will be presented utilizing a power point presentation that will include text, drawings, photos, and examples. The content will include information from code books and standards for healthcare electrical systems. The session will also include information based on experience, personal opinions and recommendations of Scott Martin.
Presenters' bio:
Scott Martin; Director of Engineering and Operations, Duke Health
Throughout his career, Scott has a demonstrated a talent for management of complex healthcare organizations, communicating regularly with both hospital leadership and maintenance staff, all while juggling daily operational needs, building construction, renovations, and TJC compliance. Scott is constantly working to expand his knowledge and skills. He is a strong advocate for mentorship and professional development for his team. Scott Martin’s healthcare career began at Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, where he worked as an electrician. After five years, Scott left CCH to join Nationwide Children’s Hospital also in Columbus, Ohio, working his way up from electrician to Operations Manager. Nineteen years later, Scott moved to North Carolina to work for Duke University Hospital in 2016 as Senior Manager of Operations for the hospital before assuming the role of Director of Engineering & Operations for Duke Hospital and Clinics in 2019. Scott earned a Bachelor of Science in Management from Franklin University. He has earned his CHFM, CHC, CHE and holds associate degrees in Electro-Mechanical Engineering and Aviation Maintenance Technology from Columbus State Community College. Scott is a licensed Electrical Contractor & Electrical Safety Inspector in the State of Ohio and is a licensed Airframe & Powerplant Technician. Scott is an active member of NCHEA and ASHE.
R. Benjamin Kazimier and Philip Ndahi
Operating rooms require special shock protection per national electrical codes, often provided by Isolated Power systems (IPS). Despite their critical role in safeguarding clinicians and patients, personnel often lack adequate technical training on IPS equipment and alarm response. This presentation aims to educate stakeholders on IPS functionality, shock protection mechanisms, relevant codes, and proper alarm response procedures, ultimately empowering staff, enhancing safety, and improving clinical outcomes.
Presenters' bios:
Mr. R. Benjamin Kazimier is the National Healthcare Channel Manager for Bender Incorporated for the United States of America. Prior to working for Bender, Mr. Kazimier served as a Regional Sales Manager for Beckwith Electric, a Principal Application Engineer with Basler Electric Company, and Lead Field and Customer Service Engineer with GE Industrial Solutions. Mr. Kazimier has broad experience in both the industrial and utility industries. His work experience includes design, installation, testing, and commissioning of protective relaying equipment and a diverse range of power system apparatus. He has worked within high, low, and medium voltage power substations, power generation facilities, hospitals, petro-chem facilities, casinos, pulp and paper, water (fresh and waste), various electric utility facilities, and most large end users of electric power. Mr. Kazimier is a member of ASHE and the IEEE. He is a voting member of the IEEE SCC21 committee, IEEE 1547.2 working group. Is the co-chair of the 1547.3 working group. He was a voting member on the latest revision of the full standard which eventually became IEEE 1547-2018. He is also involved in IEEE-PSRC / PSCC functions and is a member of the K and C subcommittees, the chairperson of the PSRC K10 working group. He holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering technology from Purdue University. Events spoken at include ASHE Annual, ASHE PDC, TAHFM, NETA, Texas A&M PRC, GA Tech PRC, Western Protective Relay Conference, Western Protective Relay School, and PowerGen International.
Philip Ndahi
Mr. Philip Ndahi is the Consulting Sales Engineer Specialist for Bender Incorporated medical division in the United States of America. Prior to working at Bender, Mr. Ndahi served as an Engineer Consultant to CAT (Caterpillar) Asset Intelligence, and as an Electrical Engineer for Jo-Kell an electrical distributor specializing in government / military projects.
Mr. Ndahi has experience in Electrical Engineering for Industrial, Government and Military applications. He holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering from Old Dominion University in Norfolk Virginia.
Julie Risk and Steve Crescenzo
Relevant codes and standards will be identified including discussion of the difference between requirements for new construction work relative to existing condition compliance specific to healthcare occupancies. Differences in requirements for I-2 occupancies relative to ambulatory care facilities will be analyzed. Rated wall types will be defined with emphasis on the differences between them. References to the NCBC and NFPA 101 will be given and compared to establish a baseline understanding of the terms. Tables 601 and 602 from NCBC will be reviewed for rating requirements as they pertain to construction types and exterior walls including a discussion on bearing wall rating requirements. The differences between atriums, vertical openings, convenience openings, and shafts will be defined and examined including discussion of their corresponding rated enclosure requirements. Other special circumstances, such as requirements for high-rise applications, will be identified and examined.
Table 509 from NCBC will be reviewed with regards to incidental uses in healthcare environments and their protection as well as a comparison with NFPA 101 hazardous areas. This will include discussion of spaces including storage rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, IT rooms, fire pump rooms, and EVS rooms. Table 508.4 for occupancy separation will be reviewed as well as a discussion on the difference between accessory occupancies and incidental uses as it pertains to classification of separated occupancies.
Egress components will be defined and evaluated for rating requirements in healthcare, ambulatory healthcare, and business occupancy situations. The egress components reviewed will include corridors, stairs, exit passageways, horizontal exits, and suite perimeters. The differences between exit enclosures and other parts of the egress path will be identified with analysis of differences in allowable penetrations, and allowable equipment and furniture within them. Common exemptions, with particular focus on fire protection systems exemptions, will be reviewed as applicable for incidental uses, egress components, and special circumstances.
Opening protectives requirements for rated wall penetrations will be defined. Architectural opening requirements will focus on windows and doors. An emphasis will be provided on the various types of MEP opening protective requirements for items such as ducts, air transfer openings, piping, and conduit. The differences in opening protective requirements for penetrations for the various different types of wall ratings will be examined and compared. The various types of dampers, including fire dampers, smoke dampers, and combination fire smoke dampers, that are required in different opening protective applications will be analyzed along with the code exemptions available.
Learning Objectives
Presenters Bio:
Julie Risk
Throughout Julie’s career she has kept ahead of new technologies. Whether it’s architectural software, sustainable principles, or product specifications Julie is ahead of the curve and a resource to her team. She is a licensed architect and interior designer, as well as a LEED AP BD+C. Her specialty in healthcare for the last 18 years has given her extensive knowledge in the nuances of the codes as the pertain to that market segment. She is a trusted advisor to her clients for the most unusual circumstances to make judgements and recommendations with regards to life safety, ADA, and FGI requirements.
Steve Crescenzo
Steve is a healthcare project manager and licensed mechanical engineer at Dewberry with 8 years of experience working exclusively in the healthcare field in North Carolina. Steve has a passion for complex existing hospital systems engineering analysis and design, is a fan of live music, avid ultimate frisbee player, and graduate of NC State University.
Learn to plan for the full lifecycle of your elevators, so that they do not incur unexpected costs, unexpected downtime, or shortened lifetimes. From our speech, you will learn how to: 1. Ensure you get non-proprietary, long lasting, affordable elevators installed during construction. 2. Properly maintain your equipment so that it reaches or surpasses its life expectancy. 3. Budget for modernization so that you don’t have to submit unbudgeted expenses. 4. Oversee the modernization process so that your money is well spent.
Presenters Bios:
NATALIE NORDSTROM
Elevator Consultant ATIS
As an Elevator Consultant and Project Manager for ATIS, Natalie Nordstrom handles client communications, project schedules, scope of work documents, proposal generation, and work order system coordination. Prior to joining ATIS, Natalie spent 9 years at Otis Elevator where she was the Strategic Account Manager for 43 Enterprise level accounts within the hospitality, senior living, and residential sectors. Natalie specialized in helping customers cut through the red tape prevalent in large elevator companies, so they could find unique solutions for all of their elevator needs.
Notable experiences in her career include securing partnerships with all of the major casino companies, creating budgets and modernization plans for 2 major hospital systems, and generating an obsolescence plan for Omni Hotels by creating a tailored approach using their own modernized units to create a spare parts inventory for units yet to be modernized.
CORY HUNTER
Director of Consulting - Southeast ATIS
Cory Hunter joined the ATIS team in 2022, bringing two decades of engineering and vertical transportation consulting experience, including projects in federal, municipal, office, university, and healthcare buildings. Hunter is consulting on elevator design, modernization, maintenance, and due diligence throughout the Southeast and East Coast.
Based out of the ATIS Southeastern Regional office in Charlotte, NC, Cory provides vertical transportation analysis and design as well as modernization, maintenance and due diligence consulting services for the entire region. Cory’s prior experience includes managing Centric Elevator in Oregon and consulting for the Western US region. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Oregon State University, an MBA, and advanced degrees in lift engineering management.
Joshua Powell-Littler, P.E. – Mechanical – Affiliated Engineers
This presentation explores the benefits and challenges of decarbonizing large existing health care facilities by converting existing steam distribution systems to heating hot water utilizing heat recovery chillers as the primary source for hospital campus heat. By identifying several unique advantages that existing hospital campuses have over normal heat pump applications - the presenter hopes to motivate existing healthcare facilities to explore hot water conversion and heat recovery chillers to drastically reduce their carbon footprints and utility costs.
Learning Objectives:
1. Review Current Utility Usage and Existing Heating System Limitations for Large Existing Healthcare Facilities
2. Explain Alternatives for Heating and Humidification outside of Steam Systems
3. Identify four major advantages that Existing Healthcare Facilities have for converting and utilizing heat pumps for campus heating.
4. Provide a potential road map for how to
Decarbonizing healthcare presents a critical and complex challenge in the journey towards reducing carbon emissions. Healthcare facilities, particularly large existing hospitals, are significant consumers of natural gas for steam production, a process marred by inefficiencies and high carbon emissions. This presentation would explore the impact of transitioning from traditional steam distribution systems to Heating Hot Water (HHW) utilizing heat pumps within hospital infrastructure. During this discussion, the speaker will highlight four critical advantages that reduce the negative implications of conversion, while increasing the positive outcomes.
By converting to HHW systems, existing healthcare facilities can significantly reduce thermal distribution losses from heating systems, reducing their carbon footprint and operational costs associated with heating services in healthcare settings. By converting, these facilities transition away from aging and costly steam systems, which have limitations in system complication, available skill set to design and maintain, safety, and of course, efficiency.
More critically, the integration of heat recovery chillers (HRCs) in the generation of HHW is a significant advantage for healthcare. Due to constant occupancies, low outside air percentage, and in-efficiencies related to the age of air distribution systems, base load chilled water demand often provides an adequate heat source for a high percentage of all hospital heating. With the consistently high heating and domestic loads associated with large scale healthcare, utilizing heat recovery chillers can provide more efficiency and utility than most other heat pump applications.
This presentation will highlight a current project for hospital hot water conversion but will also explore the application for several other large scale existing hospitals identifying several major advantages that healthcare facilities have in the process of electrifying their heating, domestic hot water, and humidification systems.
This presentation concludes with an example of different phases to pursue in order to make the process of electrifying more cost effective and achievable. With the exceptionally high EUI of existing hospitals, much of which is buried in combustion-based steam systems, electrifying and taking advantage of available heat sources via centrifugal heat recovery represents one of the most impactful measures that can be taken in reducing hospital carbon emissions.
Presenter Bio:
Joshua Powell-Littler is a licensed Professional Engineer (Mechanical) in the state of North Carolina with over eight years of experience in MEP-FP design. With significant experience in new and existing building mechanical design for healthcare, laboratories, and higher education - Joshua's career has also focused on decarbonization and energy reduction strategies.
Recently, Joshua has concentrated on converting high-energy-utilizing institutions from steam heating distribution to heating hot water systems, with a goal of using compressor-based heat recovery as the main source of building heat. Having studied, designed, or completely converted over five million square feet of facilities from steam to heating hot water, Joshua is uniquely positioned to recognize and implement hot water conversion applications for existing institutions.
Sara Cheikelard, DLR Group, Eli Powell, WSP, Tucker Craig, Brasfield & Gorrie, Deanne Avery, UNC Health Blue Ridge
The UNC Health Blue Ridge Pavilion Bedtower Addition project, spanning the entirety of the pandemic, faced significant challenges as unprecedented conditions evolved into critical design parameters. Beginning before and continuing through the pandemic, the project required adaptability in design and construction. Key adjustments included integrating insights from staff and patients, modifying HVAC systems for "pandemic mode," and ensuring flexible spaces for varying patient needs. The General Contractor played a crucial role in managing unpredictable market conditions and material lead times. The collaborative efforts of the team set a new standard for healthcare facilities in the post-pandemic era.
During the Design Development phase, design parameters were adjusted due to the ongoing pandemic. Multiple options were explored and integrated, including methods not traditionally part of hospital design. Insights from staff and patients informed our decisions, allowing for flexibility in accommodating patients with varying levels of risk and acuity. Special attention was given to the design of staff spaces to promote staff retention and attract new talent.
Several options for modifying the HVAC system to create a "pandemic mode" were evaluated and incorporated into the utilities, enabling the building to adapt in extreme cases if necessary. This was balanced with the provision of Airborne Isolation rooms, despite challenges in air handling unit design and budget constraints. As a design-assist project, the General Contractor was brought on board during the design phase to provide support in evaluating various options. While their assistance was invaluable in helping the Hospital make informed decisions, their most crucial contribution was managing the escalating market conditions, which were unpredictable on a day-to-day basis. Construction materials and lead times became increasingly variable, and the critical construction timeline coincided with this peak unpredictability.
The entire team worked collaboratively to mitigate several threats that could have derailed the project budget and schedule. This collective effort was instrumental in ensuring the success of the project. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the project was completed on schedule, a testament to the dedication and expertise of all involved.
Furthermore, the project's design and construction processes were not only influenced by the pandemic but also by the valuable input of healthcare professionals and patients. Their feedback helped shape a facility that not only meets current needs but also anticipates future challenges. The inclusion of "pandemic mode" HVAC systems and the focus on staff spaces illustrate a forward-thinking approach that prioritizes both patient care and staff well-being.
In conclusion, the UNC Health Blue Ridge Pavilion Bedtower Addition project stands as a testament to effective collaboration, adaptability, and innovation in the face of unprecedented challenges. It represents a significant milestone in healthcare facility design and construction, setting a new standard for patient care and staff support in the post-pandemic era.
Learning outcomes:
• Understand the ramifications of the pandemic, their incorporation into a design, and the impacts on construction.
• Determine options for including pandemic precautions into design.
• Learn strategies for creating flexibility in a facility to support a changing healthcare environment,
including incorporating design elements that provide respite for staff and encourage staff retention.
• Understand the post-pandemic market conditions and strategies for combatting them.
Presenters' bios:
Sara Cheikelard, AIA, EDAC | Senior Associate | Project Manager | DLR Group
Sara has extensive experience as a project manager in the healthcare sector, specializing in both planning and design since the start of her career in 2013. Her portfolio includes a diverse range of projects, from operating room upgrades to the development of patient towers. She is dedicated to fostering a collaborative atmosphere throughout the design and construction phases, ensuring that all team members' voices are valued and heard. Her meticulous attention to detail enables her to organize, design, and manage projects efficiently, consistently delivering results that are on-budget and on-time.
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Masters of Architecture, Clemson University, Clemson, SC
LICENSING: Architecture NC, FL
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 11 Total, 11 with DLR Group
Eli Powell, PE; Assistant Vice President | Project Manager | WSP
Mr. Powell has over 15 years of experience in consulting engineering. His project offerings include field investigations, studies, central utility plant development and upgrades, master plan development, HVAC, and plumbing design. Eli has led projects from concept through completion including concept development, construction document production, and construction administration. His project experience includes complex hospital renovations, as well as new construction of hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers and medical office buildings.
Deanne Avery, CHC, EDAC | Director | Capital Projects, Planning, Design & Construction | UNC Health Blue Ridge
Deanne has served at UNCH Blue Ridge for 20 years and as Capital Projects Director since 2009. Deanne has an undergraduate degree in Healthcare Administration, a Masters Degree in Project Management and maintains certification and credentialling in Healthcare Construction (CHC) from the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE), Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC) from The Center for Health Design. Deanne provides executive expertise and leadership in health care construction, facilities planning and project management for UNCH Blue Ridge, managing $400M in capital improvements to date.
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration, California Coast University; Masters of Science in Project Management, Sam Houston State University
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 20 Total, 20 with UNC Health Blue Ridge
Tucker Craig, Operations Manager | Brasfield & Gorrie
Tucker is an experienced project executive with an extensive career in commercial healthcare construction over his decade-plus career in the healthcare sector. He has built various sized projects for numerous healthcare owners ranging from small to large ($290M).
Allen L. West, Partner | Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC &
Matt Stevens
Sources of ethics rules, Overview of state regulating authorities, The Disciplinary Process, Common pitfalls and misconceptions
Mr. West is licensed to practice law in both North Carolina and South Carolina, and practices primarily in the areas of construction, business litigation, real estate litigation, and bankruptcy. He regularly negotiates and drafts contracts for construction industry clients and provides practical counsel regarding risk assessment and claims avoidance. Mr. West also has substantial experience representing borrowers and guarantors in loan workouts and foreclosures, including the negotiation of loan modifications and forbearance agreements.
Deon Lewis (CRMC), Lisa Yagla (MPS), Mark Snyder (MPS), Jeff Plemmons (RN&M), Jason Moody (RN&M) and Geoff Chitea (RN&M)
During the design of any hospital project, the operation of patient care units and ancillary spaces dictates the floor plan. Specific separations govern the wall assemblies as required by the NC Building Code, NFPA and FGI. Dampers are required in these assemblies and the installation issues are legendary – just ask DHSR! Over the last two years, this team has experience delivering 300+ dampers for DHSR inspection and approval. Now these dampers are a part of the Owner’s maintenance and yearly testing protocol. This presentation will review our process, our lessons learned and our successes completing several small and large projects.
Presenters' bios:
Michael D. Roberts, PE, SASHE, CHFM, SrHE
NCHEA Energy to Care & Sustainabilty
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