Speakers & SeminarsKick-Off General Session Increasing energy costs, climate change, society's growing acceptance of sustainability, and shifting global economics are converging to change the way we think about energy. The days of cheap fossil fuels are numbered, soon to be replaced by new energy systems—smart, sustainable, clean, abundant, and economical energy systems that will power human conquest well into the 21st century. As one of the largest energy consumers, buildings need to adapt to this future reality. As the Internet democratized information from a small centralized system of sources into the blogosphere and Twitter-land of today, the Smart Grid will democratize energy from centrally generated power to … well, that remains to be seen. In this session, Anto Budiardjo, who has spent more than 15 years in the building-automation industry, the last five in the Smart Grid arena, will discuss the significant role buildings will play in the future energy system and the opportunities this will create for the HVACR industry. 
Anto Budiardjo is president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Clasma Events Inc., organizer of key conferences and events focused on the intersection of energy and information technology, including GridWeek and ConnectivityWeek. Recipient of the 2005 Frost & Sullivan Building Technologies CEO of the Year award, he has held executive-level marketing and product-development positions with several controls companies. This rare combination of marketing and technology experience has allowed him to develop an energetic, visionary, and dynamic approach to business, one that has led to business opportunities throughout Europe, the Americas, and the Asia/Pacific region. He frequently speaks at industry events and is a contributing editor of AutomatedBuildings.com. High Energy Efficiency Through Fan Powered Induction Units & Chilled Beam Technology The presentation will discuss the performance benefits of actual cost effective energy efficient installations. Case studies will be presented for the following innovative systems:
Pobjoy will provide an introduction to each technology and compare the energy performance of each system with the ASHRAE benchmark and conclude with a summary of additional life cycle benefits for each technology. 
Peter Pobjoy joined Southland Industries in 1995 as Chief of Design. He is responsible for the growth and direction of Southland’s engineering resources in addition to leading the conceptual design on large and complex projects. His experience includes the design of acute care hospitals, research laboratories, mission critical facilities, institutional buildings, central utility plants, hotels and casinos. Mr. Pobjoy brings innovation to all aspects of the design focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability. Mr. Pobjoy graduated from Trinity College Dublin with degrees in both Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering. He is a registered mechanical engineer in the State of California and a LEED Accredited Professional. He is an active member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). The Challenges of Running a Mid-size Company Operating in a smaller, non-metropolitan market presents its own set of challenges for a commercial HVAC firm. You must consider your individual characteristics and those of your company, and determine how those best fit into your local economy. In his presentation, Todd Carver will discuss the importance of having an owner with visibility, one who has a presence at local events attended by area customers. He'll look at hiring practices, and how the "Good to Great”" business concepts can fit in your company, which might not be "big," but is, or can be a "great" company. Carver will also share experiences based on his involvement in a national Peer Group, and the benefits Adrian Mechanical receives through the association with member contractors. 
Todd Carver is president of Adrian Mechanical Services Co., Adrian, MI, a mid-sized, MSCA STAR-qualified mechanical contracting firm. Carver earned his Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering in 1986. He worked as a sales engineer for a small temperature controls firm for two years prior to joining Adrian Mechanical Services. He started at Adrian Mechanical Services Co. in 1988, and became a partner in 1994. After a short retirement, his partner, Roger McRobert passed away in 1997. Carver assumed full ownership of the company in 2007. Adrian Mechanical Services Co. performs mechanical construction, plumbing, and industrial piping, and provides 24-hour service and repair of commercial and industrial HVAC equipment. The company has annual sales of $7- to $10 million. Selling HVAC to the Government: Myths and Realities The world's largest buyer of goods and services is the federal government, which encourages small businesses to bid on contracts for some of their needs. At least 23% of all government buying is targeted to small firms. Based on more than 25 years of government contracting experience, Mark Crockett will cover the basics of selling to the government: how to get started, where to find opportunities, how the contracting process works, and how to submit bids. He will help you determine if your company is a good candidate for government contracting, and address common perceptions and misconceptions about doing business with the government. 
Mark Crockett is vice president of Crockett Facilities Services, Inc.(CFSI), an 8(a), woman-owned, Small Disadvantaged Business that provides building management, operations and maintenance, mechanical contracting and HVAC services to commercial and government clients. The company is an MSCA-STAR-qualified contractor. As vice president, Mark Crockett is responsible for strategic planning, business development, field operations and client and contract management. Mark has amassed more than 25 years of federal contracting experience, with a focus in facilities operations and maintenance. In 1999, Mark co-founded the company with two employees, helping to grow the company to more than 170 employees servicing seven states: Maryland, Virginia, District of Columbia, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Florida and Georgia. He holds a Masters Certificate in Government Contracting from George Washington University. Safety & the Business Function
For the 13th straight year, EMCOR Services Fluidics, Philadelphia, PA, has been recognized for exemplary safety practices and performance with a Safety Excellence Award from the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA). A safety "PLAN" must be established in any commercial HVAC company ASAP. Training programs ensure that affected personnel understand and are aware of the hazards to which they may be exposed and the proper methods for avoiding such hazards, (including removing themselves from the hazard). 
Michael Nahas, EMCOR Fluidics' director of safety and health, explains the key components of EMCOR Fluidics’ safety program, including:
Better than Free Energy There are many funding opportunities for high efficiency HVAC and alternate energy projects. They come in many forms of which include grants, tax incentives, utility rebates and low interest loans. The key is finding the right financial vehicle for each sustainable energy efficiency project and balancing the available incentives with operational and maintenance savings to meet the end users needs. Sometimes it takes a combination of incentives to favorably push the return on investment high enough to motivate the customer. High efficiency HVAC upgrades can be combined with other energy components, such as efficient lighting, plug loads management, building envelope enhancements, water efficiency and land management, all of which, holistically develop the end game of saving dollars while preserving the environment. TUDI Mechanical Systems, Inc. will share real life examples of green funding for alternative energy & high efficiency HVAC solutions, such as microturbines, solar, geothermal, energy recovery, net zero energy, and more. 
Bob Tudi, President/CEO of TUDI Mechanical Systems, attended Triangle Technical Institute, where his passion for providing HVAC solutions for homes and business began. After graduating from Triangle Technical Institute in 1977, Bob started his career with various heating and cooling companies including Accu-Temp, and Limbach. He followed his life-long dream of starting his own business in 1987, with $4,000, A pick-up truck and two employees. With a keen eye for business, Tudi expanded TUDI Mechanical Systems each year. While growing the business, Bob found that helping others was truly his passion, which led to the development of the “Heat for the Needy” program. Each year, TUDI Mechanical donates free furnaces to needy families in the Pittsburgh area. Today, Bob Tudi oversees 110 employees in two locations, Pittsburgh and Tampa. In 1999, Tudi graduated from Carnegie Mellon University’s Executive Entrepreneurship Program. 
George M. Gittinger, C.E.M., LEED AP, a native Virginian and graduate of Virginia Tech, moved to Western Pennsylvania in 2002, and has since served as the Design Build Department Manager for TUDI Mechanical Systems, Inc. His professional experience covers 30 years in the HVAC field, including published medical engineering research, design consulting, contracting, sales engineering and manufacturing, with special interests in energy solutions such as: energy recovery, geothermal, solar, and combined heat and power systems. George has designed, constructed and acted as consultant on hundreds of commercial, industrial, and residential geothermal heating and cooling projects. |
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