Education 3A “The Natural Step”   
Mr. Duke Castle and Clark Brockman, AIA, LEED™ AP

Case studies of projects designed to utilize “nothing” in terms of energy and potable water, produce “nothing” in terms of greenhouse gasses (GHG), and the various steps used to achieve “zero net energy” facilities. Through an interactive discussion and visual presentation, participants will be introduced to example projects and focus on strategy considerations and procedures utilized, that introduce local and global trends in designing high performance buildings.

Mr. Duke Castle is a former marketing executive with Hewlett Packard, and received his BSEE from Cornell University and an MBA from Stanford. Mr. Castle is one of the original organizers of the Oregon Natural Step Network. He traveled to Sweden to study how Swedish organizations have successfully applied the Natural Step principles. He received training on the Natural Step from founder Karl Henrik Robert. He has conducted numerous Natural Step trainings and briefings. In 2000 he was asked to train Oregon state leaders on sustainability and The Natural Step as part of Governor Kitzhaber's sustainability executive order.

Clark brings over 18 years of architectural experience to SERA that spans across an array of project sizes & types, including complex remodels, schools, corporate campuses, churches and aquatic centers. Technically oriented and an excellent communicator, he particularly enjoys the team-process of working with consultants, clients and contractors as well as facilitating public meetings. He works within (and outside of) the office to promote sustainability, believing the Northwest must continue to “raise the bar” in this area. Clark serves on the City of Portland Adjustment Committee and is a Steering Committee member of the Portland Chapter AIA's Committee on the Environment (COTE). In addition he is a regular attendee of the Portland LEED User Group and the Oregon Natural Step's Advisory Board. He has a Bachelor of Environmental Design from the University of Colorado, and is registered in the states of Colorado and Washington.

Education 3B “Weatherproofing Your Building Envelope”   
Mr. David C. Young, P. Eng

Your building's envelope design and the products you specify are critical in the elimination of air infiltration, vapor infiltration and weather infiltration. These elements impact your buildings ability to stay free of moisture related problems and help to minimize weather related system degradation. Find out ways to increase the success of both your specifications and completed construction project as David shares from his experience and expertise on weatherproofing your building envelope. .

Mr. David C. Young, P. Eng., (BC) Building Science Specialist Expertise and is with RDH Building Sciences Inc. Mr. Young has focused his efforts and expertise on building enclosure and structural consulting relating to both new and rehabilitation construction projects. His experience includes high and low-rise commercial, institutional and residential buildings. For existing buildings this work typically involves investigation, design, and construction review. On new buildings Dave reviews architectural drawings and specification packages for building enclosure performance issues related to heat, air and moisture transfer through the building enclosure. In addition, he provides litigation support services related to building enclosure and structural failures. Dave has had extensive practical experience with exterior wall, window, waterproofing and roofing systems.

Education 3C “Effective Chapter planning”  
Bob Kenworthy, FCSI, CCS, CCCA, and Richard Heiserman, CSI, CCCA, AIA

This seminar is intended to assist future and incoming CSI Chapter leaders and will address how to plan the year. There will be a focus on selecting committee chairs, setting goals/identifying results, coordinating dates, reviewing the CSI Calendar, effective leadership and mentoring. Bob and Rick will address how to run a Chapter meeting using examples from their terms as Chapter Presidents. They will review Roberts Rules of Order and show how this document can maintain order and bring success to a meeting. They will also demonstrate how to run an effective Chapter Committee and how to set goals and identify results.

Richard Heiserman, CSI, CCCA, AIA is a licensed Architect with a Bachelor of Architecture Degree from the University of Oregon. He has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry. He is a project manager/specifier for Ankrom Moisan Associated Architects. He joined the Construction Specification Institute in 1986 and has served 2 one year terms as President of the Portland Chapter as well as other Board positions. Currently, he is on the Institute Board of Directors, and in April 2006, was honored as a Fellow of CSI