The BACnet Standard would not be celebrating its 30th Anniversary without the time, expertise, and dedication of volunteers within the BACnet Community! Learn more about BACnet’s volunteers and how you can get involved with the BACnet Community.
BACnet Community Volunteers
How are you involved within the BACnet Community?
- Attendee and contributor to the BACnet standard (SSPC 135)
- Active Contributor and voting member for the BTL-WG
- Champion for BACnet within Schneider Electric
What benefits do you gain from volunteering within the BACnet Community?
I gain several key benefits from volunteering within the BACnet community. I genuinely enjoy the collaboration with industry peers and the opportunity to exchange ideas with people who share the same passion for building automation. Being part of the committee that helps guide the future direction of the BACnet standard is also especially meaningful to me. In addition, I value the role I play in ensuring that products can implement features in ways that meet their customers’ needs while still maintaining interoperability through compliance with the BACnet standard.
What’s one word you’d use to describe the BACnet Community?
Collaboration
What excites you most about BACnet and its place in the future of building automation?
What excites me most about BACnet’s future is the role it plays in advancing sustainability and the environmental impact of commercial buildings. BACnet already has broad industry adoption, and it provides the right framework and tools to help organizations reach their sustainability and efficiency goals. Its open, interoperable approach makes it possible to integrate systems in smart, meaningful ways.
What’s been your most rewarding moment or favorite part of being a BACnet volunteer?
One of my most rewarding moments as a BACnet volunteer was being recognized as the BTL‑WG Volunteer of the Year in 2024 – that was definitely a highlight for me. Beyond that, it’s always rewarding to get a new set of tests for a functional area reviewed and accepted by the group. Writing a set of tests is its own rewarding experience. It requires a deep understanding of the technical content and a clear sense of which requirements really matter for interoperability. There’s something very satisfying about crafting tests with a well‑defined purpose, along with test steps that work smoothly for both automated and manual execution. And because the reviewers in the working group are so thorough and detail‑oriented, getting a set of tests through their review process feels like a real accomplishment.
What excites you most about BACnet and its place in the future of building automation?
What excites me most about BACnet’s future is the role it plays in advancing sustainability and the environmental impact of commercial buildings. BACnet already has broad industry adoption, and it provides the right framework and tools to help organizations reach their sustainability and efficiency goals. Its open, interoperable approach makes it possible to integrate systems in smart, meaningful ways.
How are you involved within the BACnet Community?
I serve as a member of the Board of Directors for BACnet International, where I contribute to advancing the organization’s mission of promoting and supporting the global adoption of the BACnet standard.
What benefits do you gain from volunteering within the BACnet Community?
Volunteering within the BACnet community provides me with the opportunity to engage directly with industry leaders and innovators who are shaping the future of building automation. Through my involvement, I gain valuable insights into emerging technologies, evolving standards, and best practices that enhance my ability to deliver informed, forward-thinking solutions.
It also allows me to expand my professional network, strengthen collaborative relationships, and contribute to meaningful industry advancements. Ultimately, this experience not only supports my personal and professional growth but also enables me to bring greater value to my organization and the customers we serve.
What’s one word you’d use to describe the BACnet Community?
Connected
What’s been your most rewarding moment or favorite part of being a BACnet volunteer?
My favorite part of being a BACnet volunteer is the opportunity to collaborate with a passionate group of professionals who are genuinely committed to advancing our industry. Working alongside peers from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise creates an environment where ideas are challenged, knowledge is shared, and meaningful progress is made.
I especially value the sense of community and the ability to contribute to initiatives that have a real, lasting impact on building automation and interoperability. It’s both rewarding and energizing to be part of something that is shaping the future of our industry.
What excites you most about BACnet and its place in the future of building automation?
What excites me most about BACnet is its ability to make building systems truly interoperable, driving smarter, more efficient, and connected buildings. I’m energized by its role in enabling innovation and shaping the future of sustainable, intelligent environments.