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Smarter by Design: How AI is Rewiring the Built Environment
October 16, 2025
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Whiting-Turner Millbrae Office
100 Rollins Road
Millbrae, CA 94030
https://www.whiting-turner.com/
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[Smarter by Design: How AI is Rewiring the Built Environment]
| Agenda | 5:30pm | Introductions | ||
| 9:00pm | Adjourn |
| Speaker(s) |
David Shadpour, PE, CPD, PMP, LEED AP, CEM, DBIA David Shadpour brings a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and industry recognition to the A/E/C community. He holds a Master of Real Estate Development and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California, along with an MBA from the University of Illinois. With extensive experience at Shadpour Consulting Engineers, he has specialized in comprehensive MEP consulting for military and healthcare projects. His commitment to knowledge-sharing is reflected in his past and current teaching roles with institutions such as SDSU, USC, PSMJ, and UCSD. A licensed Professional Engineer in both Mechanical and Electrical disciplines, he has also earned numerous professional credentials, including LEED AP, BEMP, CPMP, PMP, DBIA, CPD, and CEM, along with OSHA-30 Construction Certification. His achievements have been recognized with honors such as the 40 Under 40 distinction. Beyond his technical and professional accomplishments, he is a TED Talk speaker and passionate traveler who has visited 59 U.S. national parks, bringing a spirit of curiosity and inspiration to both his work and personal life.  Eric Kim - Principal
Next Level Energy Management Systems
Eric Kim is the Principal at Next Level Energy Management Systems, where he helps clients optimize building performance through innovative, non-proprietary HVAC and energy management solutions. With a career spanning leadership roles at Johnson Controls and Climatec, Eric brings deep expertise in system integration, energy efficiency, and sustainable building automation.
He holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and is recognized for bridging technical depth with practical business insights to deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions for complex facilities.
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| Presentation Summary |
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming how we design, operate, and experience buildings. Yet while the term AI is everywhere, few truly understand what it means or how it works, and that gap is becoming a serious risk in a future where intelligent systems will define competitive advantage. This session moves past the buzzwords to uncover the real mechanics behind AI and why foundational understanding is essential for anyone involved in the built environment. We will explore how AI is already reshaping design, engineering, and operations through technologies like predictive maintenance, energy optimization, and digital twin integration. Along the way, we will address real world challenges including data privacy, ethical concerns, integration complexity, and workforce adaptation. With buildings evolving into dynamic data driven ecosystems, professionals who understand and apply AI effectively will lead the next era of innovation. Whether you work in design, controls, construction, or facilities, this presentation will equip you with the insight and clarity needed to take action and lead confidently in an AI driven future. |
Tickets
$45.00 Chapter member price
$60.00 after 05:00 pm October 9
$65.00 Non-member price
$80.00 after 05:00 pm October 9
$20.00 Students
