Mr. Gene Latour is the VP Sales for Pultrall/V-ROD, the industry leading manufacturer of V-ROD GFRP composite reinforcing. For the past 21 years, aside from educating owners and consultants, Gene acts as a liaison between researchers, rebar fabricators and general contractors. Along with numerous meetings and Lunch & Learns, Gene has presented at many conferences and seminars across the US and Canada. Mr. Latour is also a member of ACI, TAC, CSCE, ASCE, CPCI, CCPPA and RSIC and various marketing committees.

Nissun Feiner, C.E.T., CHD, RASDT, RVDT, RHDT - Niss has been in the HVAC industry since 2006 in both contracting and engineering roles. His industry experience covers a variety of occupancies including single & multi-family dwellings, commercial office & retail spaces, restaurants, and healthcare & industrial facilities. In 2010 he started a small design firm primarily focused on HVAC & Plumbing for Part 3 and Part 9 buildings. A firm believer in continuing development and education, he sits on the Board of Governors for the Toronto ASHRAE Chapter and contributes at the society level of ASHRAE with his roles on various technical committees, standing committees, and publications. In 2019 Niss was the first Canadian to earn the Certified HVAC Designer (CHD) designation through ASHRAE in recognition of his knowledge and experience. Niss joined the HRAI instructor team in 2020 and since 2022 has specialized in Arctic and Remote Community building design as well.

Postech Screw Piles, a canadian company, leader in helical piles solutions for 30 years, is educating the municipal & specifier communities through its director of technical sales, Saad Qoq. A Quebec engineer with 7 years in construction leadership & consultation roles, Saad sheds light on structural construction products/solutions and their relevance for design, code compliance, installation & cost competitiveness with innovative solutions on top of mind.