GAF
Chair of Executive Committee

SmithGroup
Immediate Past Co-Chair of Executive Committee
Co-Chair of Research Committee, Chair of Nominating Committee

Principal, Vice President – Raths, Raths & Johnson, Inc.
Immediate Past Co-Chair of Executive Committee
Co-Chair of Research Committee

OCP Contractors, Inc., Second Vice Chair of Executive Committee, Chair of Contractors Committee

 Amy Baker Architect, Treasurer

John Chamberlin is the Senior Director of Product Management for Georgia-Pacific Building Products.  Mr. Chamberlin has worked in the construction products industry for his entire career with most of his work focusing on new product development for disruptive technologies in the building envelope and building enclosure space both domestically and internationally.

Mr. Chamberlin is actively involved in the building industry, serving as a director for the board of the Air Barrier Association of America, Chair and member of multiple committees for several industry associations including the Air Barrier Association of America, the Gypsum Association, and the Engineered Wood Association.

Mr. Chamberlin is a frequent speaker on the subjects of:  new innovations in construction materials, quality and continuity of the building envelope, and new construction processes such as offsite construction.  Numerous articles by Mr. Chamberlin have been published in The Construction Specifer, Interface, and Walls & Ceilings magazine as well as other trade publications.

Mr. Chamberlin graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science degree in business and later received his Masters of Business Administration from Emory University.

Terracon Consultants, Inc.

John Posenecker is the Senior Principal and the Building Enclosure Practice Leader for Terracon Consultants, Inc. He is a registered engineer in the State of Texas and Oklahoma. His experience includes the design, construction, testing and forensic investigation of building envelope systems. Previously, he was an Estimating Manager with Chamberlin Roofing and Waterproofing from 2005 through 2015, Project Manager for Advanced Environmental Concepts from 1997 through 2005, an Engineering Team Leader at Southern Company Services from 1987 through 1997, and a Senior Engineer with Bechtel Power from 1982 to 1987.

Throughout his career, Mr. Posenecker has participated in a wide variety of projects associated with the building envelope that include containment systems for commercial nuclear power plants; noise control systems for commercial and institutional projects; and waterproofing for commercial high-rise office and multi-family buildings, medical and educational institutional projects, and large concrete structural projects. Mr. Posenecker specializes in waterproofing and cladding systems associated with the building envelope. He is an active member in several professional organizations including the National Institute of Buildings Sciences (NIBS), the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), the International Concrete Restoration Institute (ICRI). He is also on the executive committee for the National Building Enclosure Council.

 Partner – Building Enclosures Group

Adam Ugliuzza brings 18 years of engineering experience focusing on building science and the building enclosure construction industry. Discipline expertise includes building enclosure consulting and commissioning services for new and existing construction, in addition to forensic investigations to determine root cause of building performance issues. He also brings industry leading expertise in large building whole building airtightness testing, which is at the forefront of high-performance building construction. Adam continues to work on projects across the United States and abroad providing professional building enclosure consultation in both the residential and commercial space for all types of construction, ranging from multi-family wood/timber framed buildings to high performance institutional/healthcare facilities to high-rise construction. Through this experience, Adam brings a unique approach to building enclosure consulting and testing, concentrating on enclosure interface coordination in design and construction phases of the project that overlays a holistic approach, critical to achieving high performance building construction; the goal to help ensure all the materials, systems, and assemblies are properly connected to provide continuous environmental control. His extensive testing knowledge allows him to be deliberate and methodical in his approach to interweaving functional testing to verify performance.

Adam is also active in many industry associations including Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA), Passive House Institute US (PHIUS), Construction Owners Association of America (COAA), United States Green Building Council (USGBC), etc. and has co-authored numerous technical papers, guidelines and standards; fundamental to an industry leading professional.

Alpha Insulation & Waterproofing Inc.

Mike Bingley is an Architect & Consultant for R. J. Kenney Associates, Inc. in Plainville, MA. He has a Bachelor’s of Architecture degree and is a registered Architect in Massachusetts and Florida. Mr. Bingley has over 30 years of experience in the field of Architecture including the design and construction of multifamily housing, commercial, light industrial, and institutional buildings. His building envelope experience extends from detailing of air barrier systems and includes existing building envelope investigation, evaluation of failed building enclosures, historical analysis, restoration design and repair, field testing, and construction management.

Mr. Bingley volunteered and served 3 years as Vice Chair on the Planning Board of his community and partnered to form his own Architecture firm from 2006-2011.

His professional affiliations include BSA, AIA, and NCARB.

ECO Commissions, Co-Chair of Marketing Committee

Matthew Nelson is a licensed mechanical engineer who has worked in the commissioning and consulting engineering fields since 1996. His experience includes work involving the building enclosure, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems in various building types including health care, institutional, commercial, and government.

One highlight of his career was the role he played in the development of ASHRAE’s commissioning (BCxP) and building energy assessment (BEAP) certification examinations with other internationally recognized commissioning and energy experts.  Following the implementation of these exams he served as the chair of ASHRAE’s Certification Committee.  Closer to home, he is a past-president of the ASHRAE Cleveland Chapter, and a co-chair of the Building Enclosure Council Chapter in Cleveland, using these positions to not only promote learning about the built environment, but to help others grow as leaders in this field.

Currently, Mr. Nelson is the managing principal of ECO Commissions.  A company he formed specifically to provide high‐quality, third‐party independent commissioning services. Since then, they have developed their practice areas to include, design review, testing and instrumentation, energy assessments, and forensic investigation. These services have application in both new and existing facilities and focus on achieving sustainable, high‐performance buildings.

 Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.

 DuPont Building Performance Solutions

Cody Shelner, PE is an expert in pressure-sensitive adhesives and building enclosure systems, with extensive knowledge and experience in the field. Currently serving as the Technical Manager at Siplast, Cody leverages his passion for innovation and deep understanding of construction materials to drive technical excellence and improve the performance of the entire building envelope. Throughout his career, he has made significant contributions to the development and advancement of adhesive technologies designed to protect and seal building structures from environmental elements. Cody’s dedication to the industry extends beyond his professional endeavors. He actively participates in industry associations and committees, working collaboratively to establish standards and best practices for material performance evaluation. His contributions have been widely recognized and appreciated by his peers, earning him a reputation as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the building enclosure field.

 Quality Director, Nabholz Construction

With nine years of architectural experience, and twenty years in construction, Mike Repka brings a unique perspective to design and construction quality management, emphasizing thorough planning to ensure materials are installed correctly the first time. He prioritizes early project involvement, leading preconstruction drawing and specifications reviews to ensure documents are complete, coordinated, and constructible, before construction begins. His preconstruction reviews focus on building envelope, statistically the largest source of remedial work and claims on buildings. As the project transitions to the construction phase, he works closely with project teams to identify all potential risks, and develops quality plans to mitigate these challenges, ensuring quality execution in the field.

Mike has worked on diverse, complex building types including high-rise towers, college campus laboratories, and underground transit stations, applying lessons learned from the past to every future project. He has presented at ABAA events, Building Enclosure Council Meetings, and Design Quality Conferences, on topics such as successful air barrier design and installation, best practices communicating among design teams and contractors, and the risks and responsibilities of subcontractors when submitting shop drawings.

Currently the Building Envelope Product Group Manager/Building Science Specialist for W. R. MEADOWS, Russell Snow FABAA, FCSC, BSS, CSP, CTR, has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, including building envelope, concrete restoration, and products used in the treatment of concrete. In this position, Russell is responsible for overseeing the building envelope line of products.  This involves leading the company in the development and growth of the Building Envelope product line, along with providing technical support to all members of the construction industry, including the W. R. MEADOWS sales team, both in Canada and the U.S.  In addition to this, Russell is also the Regional Sales Manager for W. R. MEADOWS of CANADA working with the Canadian Sales Team.  Othe responsibilities include the development of specifications at the architectural/engineering level and the creation of presentations for continuing education programs through AEC Daily, the American Institute of Architects, and various other organizations. 

Russ is the Past Chairman of the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA), along with a number of other responsibilities within ABAA.  Since 1997, Russ has also been involved with Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) and is currently the Immediate Past President.  Russ also is a member of ASTM and is involved with ASTM E06 Performance of Buildings) and ASTM D08 (Roofing and Waterproofing) Committees.

Jason Hoerter is a Professional Engineer and Registered Roof Observer with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Auburn University and an MBA from Fayetteville State University. Since graduation, Jason has accumulated diverse experiences in process engineering, chemical research and development, product management, and building science.

Currently, Jason serves as the Director of Technical Service at the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA). As the sole technical person on staff, Jason is responsible for running six technical committees that meet several times throughout the year. He is also responsible for reviewing all marketing and technical documents and answering any technical questions that come in from members and non-members. He actively participates in several organizations such as RICOWI, ABAA, ASHRAE, ASTM, and IIBEC, sharing his knowledge and expertise to advance the industry.

Jason has been a board member of RICOWI for over six years, serving as Past Chairperson and previously as Chairperson for four years. RICOWI studies the impact of high wind, hail, and other extreme weather events on roofing products. Through this experience, Jason has demonstrated leadership and developed skills in managing industry organizations. Jason also serves on the board at SPFA and IIBEC’s Virginia Chapter.

Before joining SPFA, Jason worked for Louisiana-Pacific, Siplast, NCFI Polyurethanes, and Honeywell. With nearly 25 years of experience in building product manufacturing, Jason has held various leadership positions and has been instrumental in building science and product management. His extensive experience makes him a valuable addition to ABAA’s board of directors.

For more information, please visit Jason’s LinkedIn profile.