Smart Buildings, Sustainability & Microgrids Summit
Connect. Innovate. Transform. Your Blueprint for Sustainable Success.
Where Operational Excellence Meets Environmental Responsibility
At FMA Summits, we don’t just discuss challenges—we drive action. With every summit, we offset our carbon footprint through a tree-planting initiative, ensuring each connection contributes to a healthier planet.
Transforming Infrastructure Through Leadership and Action
Discover how leaders like Boston Scientific and UConn are cutting millions in energy costs while staying ahead of New England’s toughest regulations.
Here’s why you should attend:
Location: Norfolk, MA – just an hour from Boston.
Lead the Change or Play Catch-Up?
While others struggle to adapt, you’ll gain the tools to transform your infrastructure and drive sustainable success.
Join us and secure your competitive edge—register now!
“Building a Sustainable Future: Boston’s Roadmap to Climate-Resilient Infrastructure”
John Dalzell, Senior Architect for Sustainable Development, will reveal Boston’s proven approach to achieving BERDO compliance while reducing energy costs and improving building performance. This session will focus on actionable strategies for integrating smart building technologies and sustainable design standards into large facilities, with insights you can adapt to your portfolio. Walk away with practical ideas to meet regulatory requirements, enhance resilience, and justify investments to stakeholders.
“Laboratory Lighting and HVAC Savings”
Jim Davoux, Director of Global Energy Management and Environmental Sustainability at AbbVie, will share how AbbVie achieved significant energy savings in a large laboratory facility by combining LED lighting upgrades with a next-generation lighting control system. Learn how this system was integrated with existing building automation to optimize HVAC performance and further reduce costs. This session provides actionable insights into overcoming challenges and leveraging technology to drive measurable energy efficiency in high-performance facilities.
“Energy Efficiency in Action: NYC H + H’s Energy Management Model”
Ruby and Marcus Corporate Energy Managers will provide an in-depth look at how energy efficiency strategies, driven by NYC H + H’s Energy Management Model, are reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions across the nation’s largest public health system. Discover actionable insights into implementing large-scale energy efficiency initiatives and their measurable impact on operational sustainability.
“Smart Building Solutions for Complex Portfolios”
Greg Lamson, Senior Facilities Director at Boston Scientific, will share actionable insights for executives managing large, specialized portfolios in life sciences, healthcare, and manufacturing. Learn how to integrate smart building technologies while maintaining essential operations and ensuring facility reliability. With responsibility for millions of square feet, Mr. Lamson offers a unique perspective on gaining C-suite buy-in for large-scale infrastructure investments that drive both performance and sustainability.
“Driving Global Sustainability: Pratt & Whitney’s Energy and Carbon Reduction Strategy”
David Ohayon Central Facilities & Energy will share Pratt & Whitney’s approach to achieving world-class sustainability across its global facilities. Learn how the company identifies and implements key projects and Best Management Practices to reduce energy usage, GHG emissions, and water consumption. This session highlights actionable strategies for incorporating recycling, waste management, and sustainable practices into large-scale operations, aligning with ambitious goals set by parent corporation United Technologies.
“Strategic Facilities Leadership: Balancing Operations, Construction, and Sustainability”
Wendy Gettleman Vice President of Facilities Management & Real Estate oversees a comprehensive portfolio at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, including Facilities Maintenance and Operations, Energy Management, and Master Facility Space Planning across all DFCI sites. In her session, Wendy will share insights on managing major capital construction projects, ensuring operational continuity, and driving sustainability initiatives in healthcare facilities. Attendees will gain actionable strategies for balancing complex priorities while optimizing performance and planning for future growth.
“Sustainable Growth and Carbon Neutrality: UConn’s $1.5 Billion Energy Strategy”
Stanley Nolan Director of Utilities & Energy Management will outline how the University of Connecticut is advancing a $1.5 billion growth program while cutting energy costs, enhancing sustainability, and striving for carbon neutrality by 2050. Discover how UConn leverages a Comprehensive Energy Strategy and public-private partnerships to achieve sustainable growth and conservation goals. This session offers valuable insights into balancing large-scale infrastructure expansion with long-term energy and environmental commitments.
“Comprehensive Facilities Leadership: Integrating Real Estate, Design, and Operations”
John Gioioso Senior Director, Corporate Building Services & Real Estate brings a wealth of experience in the Facilities and Real Estate industry, overseeing functions including real estate, design, construction, corporate services, and facilities management. With advanced degrees in management and facilities, along with certifications as a Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) and Master of Corporate Real Estate (MCR), John will share strategic insights into effectively integrating these disciplines to optimize operations, drive efficiency, and deliver value across complex portfolios.
“Strategic Moves: Unlocking Commitment and Accountability for Success”
Julie Newman Director of Sustainability will reveal the power of fostering commitment and accountability to achieve strategic goals. Drawing from her experience, she will present her framework of “18 Commitments”—key mindsets and behaviors that empower teams to take action, stay engaged, and overcome challenges. This session provides actionable strategies to drive results, create a culture of accountability, and align individual efforts with organizational objectives.
Advanced controls for New England’s climate and regulatory needs.
Tools for optimizing energy use under Massachusetts BERDO 2.0 and other mandates.
Achieving energy savings in cold climates and high-demand facilities.
Innovations to meet Stretch Code and carbon neutrality goals.
Insights into real-time performance tracking and compliance metrics.
Navigating BERDO 2.0, Rhode Island Stretch Codes, and Connecticut’s Global Warming Solutions Act.
Microgrid integration to enhance reliability during extreme weather events.
Strategies for on-site solar, wind, and other renewables in dense urban environments.
Durable, energy-efficient roofing tailored to New England’s weather patterns.
Protecting BAS and energy systems from evolving threats.
Strategies for achieving LEED, WELL, or other certifications in multi-site operations.
Solutions for water efficiency in regulatory frameworks.
Electrifying operations to align with regional clean grid initiatives.
Decentralized energy solutions to mitigate grid strain and outages.
Maximizing energy efficiency in large, multi-use facilities.
| Time | Wednesday May 28, 2025 |
Thursday May 29, 2025 |
Friday May 30, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00am | Round-Table Networking Breakfast | Round-Table Networking Breakfast | |
| 8:00am – 10:00am | Presentation | Presentation | |
| 10:00am | Networking Coffee Break | Networking Coffee Break | |
| 11:00am | Presentations | Presentations | |
| 12:00pm | Round-Table Networking Lunch | Round-Table Networking Lunch | |
| 1:00pm | Presentations | ||
| 2:00pm | Exhibitor Setup/Registration | Presentations | |
| 3:00pm | Exhibitor Setup/Registration | Networking Coffee Break | |
| 3:30pm | Exhibitor Setup/Registration | Presentations | |
| 5:00pm – 7:00pm | Networking Reception | Networking Reception & Dinner |
University of Connecticut
“The FMA Summit in Boston provided exceptional value for our sustainability initiatives. The intimate format enabled quality discussions with peers and vendors. Among industry events I’ve attended, this summit uniquely excelled at addressing our specific institutional needs through its focused, personalized approach.”
Estee Lauder
“As Executive Director of Facilities at Estée Lauder Companies, I found the FMA Summits to be the best conference I have ever experienced. The exceptional speakers, vendors, and attendees provided valuable insights without pressure. It offered an ideal platform to learn from industry leaders about energy efficiency and sustainability solutions.”
Sanofi
“The FMA Summit offers unmatched opportunities to connect with peers, discover innovative technologies, and build meaningful relationships in a focused, intimate environment that drives real business impact.”
Accelerate your sales pipeline by connecting directly with pre-qualified decision makers actively seeking BERDO 2.0 compliance solutions. As your strategic partner, we facilitate meaningful one-on-one meetings with building owners controlling over 110M square feet of property requiring immediate upgrades. Join us to access $500M+ in mandated energy improvements and build lasting relationships with New England’s most influential property leaders.
Titles in Attendance;
Industries Represented;
Energybank
Lighting, Solar “I’ve found the FMA Summit to be an excellent venue to launch new products and connect with high-level decision makers. The intimate event size allows for quality networking and productive meetings with prospects. After landing a Fortune 100 client at a previous FMA Summit, we didn’t hesitate to attend again.”
Cypress Envirosystems
(IoT) Retrofit Solutions “What makes FMA unique is that you meet the actual facility decision makers – people with deep knowledge of their challenges and the authority to act. This is exactly the right level of contact.”
Hurst Boilers
Energy Efficiency “I have to say that FMA lived up to every word they promised – and more. It cut years off our sales cycle. There’s no way we could have ever gotten to see this quality of decision makers so quickly – it would have taken us six months to a year just to get to that level of contact.”
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