Session Overview
When we think of buildings, we often focus on their physical structures and aesthetics. But truly healthy buildings go far beyond brick and mortar. They encompass a holistic approach that prioritizes the well-being of occupants. Join us as we discuss healthy buildings and how they aim to create environments that promote physical, mental, and social health.
Lauren Scott, V.P. Marketing & Sustainability, Acuity Brands
Lauren Scott is the Vice President of Marketing & Sustainability at Acuity Brands’ Intelligent Spaces Group. Scott specializes in translating climate initiatives into meaningful action to deliver on commitments to the building and renewables sectors. Her marketing and communications background is leveraged to promote social and environmental responsibility as an approachable, yet critical part of business operations.
Most Recently Scott began “The Resilience Report” a podcast dedicated to highlighting the inspiring work of the leaders paving the way in sustainable business.
Julie Petrone, Global Product Marketing HVAC, ABB
Julie is a dynamic leader with more than two decades of experience in global marketing, go-to-market strategy, and digital transformation in public and private companies, with proven success in optimizing marketing’s role in the commercial achievements of businesses.
With a unique mix of high-level B2B and B2C marketing, including IoT, Building Energy Management, Building Automation and Controls, and Smart Power, she is an agile innovator with a track record as an inspiring leader who champions teams and leads brand recognition.
Julie is a current Board Director and Marketing Vice Chair for the Association for Smarter Homes & Buildings (ASHB) and acted as the Marketing Chair for the Building Intelligence Group (BIG), a national organization dedicated to delivering intelligent commercial building solutions and energy efficiency by helping design and implement advanced building systems with integrated controls.
She graduated magna cum laude from Cal State University, Bakersfield, with a degree in Marketing Communications and an MFA in Journalism. She also graduated from The Fuqua School of Business with a Master of Business Administration.
Stephanie Poole, Decarbonization Engineer, SES Consulting
Stephanie is a Senior Decarbonization Engineer with SES Consulting. She has a wide range of project experience including energy efficiency and decarbonization studies, implementations, commissioning, project management and strategic planning support. She also teaches decarbonization courses through the Canadian Institute for Energy Efficiency (CIET) and Nexus Labs.
