Meet your host, Greg Fitzpatrick — bringing decades of expertise in building systems, HVAC controls, engineering, and commissioning. With experience spanning consulting, sales engineering, and leadership, Greg will guide the session with valuable industry insight, real-world knowledge, and engaging conversation.

Overview:

In today's modern buildings, the integration of Building Automation Systems (BAS) with IP networks is essential for improving energy efficiency, optimizing operations, and enhancing the occupant experience. This session, designed for professional engineers specializing in building system design and specification, will explore the fundamentals and best practices of implementing IP networks in BAS applications.

Speakers: 

Shane Szeszycki, Cochrane Supply

Overview:

Operational Technology (OT) networks operate in harsh, unpredictable environments where traditional IT networking assumptions often fail. From electrical noise and extreme temperatures to vibration and long lifecycle requirements, OT deployments demand a different approach to network design, hardware selection, and management strategies. This session explores the critical differences between commercial and hardened networking equipment, unmanaged and managed switches, and physical versus logical network design. Attendees will gain practical insight into how environmental conditions impact network reliability, why management features such as PoE Watchdog and VLANs are essential for modern OT systems, and how thoughtful network design can reduce downtime, improve security, and minimize costly service calls. The presentation focuses on real-world OT use cases commonly found in building automation, infrastructure, and industrial environments, providing actionable guidance that can be applied immediately in the field.

Speakers: 

TBD

Overview:

As smart buildings evolve beyond standalone systems, the role of the traditional BAS supervisor is rapidly changing. Cloud-based supervisory platforms are redefining how building systems are integrated, managed, and scaled—shifting strategies from building-level silos to portfolio-wide, outcome-driven operations. This session explores the future of cloud supervisors and Smart Building Operating Systems, addressing common misconceptions around cloud security, cost, latency, and data ownership. Attendees will learn how cloud-native platforms enable full system integration across HVAC, lighting, energy, occupancy, IoT, and third-party systems, creating a true “single pane of glass” for owners and operators. The presentation also introduces a tech-enabled Division 25 approach, demonstrating how use-case-driven design, standardized data models, and digital workflows can reduce project risk, streamline RFPs, and improve lifecycle outcomes. Real-world examples highlight how shifting from hardware-led design to software-driven strategies unlocks scalability, operational efficiency, and measurable ROI across diverse building portfolios.

Speakers: 

Etrit Demaj, KODE Labs

Charlie Cochrane, KODE Labs

Overview:

As building control systems (BCS) become increasingly integrated and connected, they face growing cyber security risks that can compromise both the safety and functionality of critical infrastructure. Engineers who design these systems must understand the unique challenges posed by cyber threats and how to implement effective security measures throughout the design and implementation process. 

Speakers: 

Aaron Brondum, Neeve

Greg Fitzpatrick, Cochrane Supply

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