With a strong academic background in glass façades design from Politecnico di Milano, Davide has developed a keen understanding of the role of advanced materials in modern architecture. He has been involved in various aspects of building envelope projects, contributing to both technical development and successful commercial execution of high-end projects in Europe, the Middle East, and the USA.

Blending technical expertise and understanding of client needs, he is currently responsible for KSA – Saudi Arabia Business Development, working closely with Architects, Engineers, and Designers to deliver innovative façade solutions that integrate high-performance interlayers for laminated glass, highlighting Kuraray's commitment to serving the ever-changing global glass industry through innovation and leadership.

Having a master’s degree in in Civil Engineering from the University of Bologna (Italy), Davide is a registered Professional Engineer with more than 15 years of experience in the planning, design and construction management, specialized in cladding solutions. Currently working for Florim Ceramiche S.p.A., as Head of Contract Development – APAC, he is responsible for providing technical coordination, consultancies and supervision to architects and designers, in both residential and commercial spaces. He also assists architects and facades’ consultants with technical details and specifications.

Davide is responsible for determining pre-construction requirements, project schedules, operational plans and cost estimates, and planning meetings with stakeholders and conduct site visits in the APAC region to ensure development plans and timeline of the project. He oversees all phases of the project from conceptual design to construction execution to ensure successful and timely completion of the site and conducts finishing check at the end of the project to ensure the brand’s look and feel has been consistently enforced.

Passionate about design and architecture solutions, Davide is currently involved in different facades’ projects in the APAC area.

A Mechanical Engineer by vocation with over two decades of experience, Eddy started his career in Lebanon heading commercial roles for manufacturers in the Power generation and HVAC sectors.

2006 saw a change of base to the UAE to handle the Middle East operations for a leading manufacturer of glass processing machinery.

The shift from manufacturing to retail distribution began with his role as Middle East Sales Director of German kitchen appliances brand Miele. Five years later, enriched by considerable B2B and B2C market experience during the course of his career, he went on to successfully co-found Studio 971, a multi-brand home furniture and modular kitchen solutions brand based in Dubai. In 2017, he joined global surfaces leader Cosentino. As the brand’s Middle East & India Regional Director, Eddy continues to play a decisive role in fostering strategic partnerships with the construction and design industry and expanding Cosentino’s footprint in the region.

Marina is AESG’s Associate Façades Director. Since joining the firm in 2017, she has been involved in a varied range of projects such as the writing of thermal insulation guidelines, a residential development with a GFA of 300,000 sqm. In Abu Dhabi or a 5 star hotel in Dubai.

She has over a decade of professional experience in various countries such as Korea, UK, and the UAE. She is involved from the early stages streamlining the façade design process through solid management skills and design flair to tender documentation. She possesses a solid background on façade systems, detailing and materials across these different countries.

Irina is from Latvia, where she studied political science and international relations. After moving to UAE in 2012 she obtained Master's degree in Marketing at University of Wollongong in Dubai.

Irina started her professional journey with BOSCH professional audio systems for sports venue applications and in 2016 joined AGC Obeikan Glass when company started its first commercial production.

As the Specification & Business Development Manager at Jotun Powder Coating based in Dubai office, Khalid has successfully specified and worked on several high-profile projects in the GCC region as well as Egypt & North America. With over 13-years experience in the Façade Industry, Khalid is not only known for his desire to serve all stakeholders in a thorough and prompt fashion. He has a specific passion in both empowering and enlightening them with the knowledge and necessary tools required to better understand Powder Coating. You might already know him from his weekly educational videos on powder coating through Linkedin. His ultimate goal is to make anyone and everyone ‘POWERFUL’ in ‘POWDER’, which in his terms means “POWDERFUL”.

Russell is the leader of Arup’s façade business in the UK. Russell has a background in façade and structural engineering and specialises in the design, assessment and construction of all types of façade systems for a broad range of buildings. He also has a strong interest in Building Physics and its application to façade design. Now in London after being based in Asia for many years the projects he has undertaken cover a wide range and scope, from conceptual design and building physics studies, to providing sub-contractor's details. The areas of investigations and resolution of failing facades also form a large part of his work.

His projects are located in the UK, Singapore, Southeast Asia, India, Australia and the Middle East, have given him the breadth and depth of experience in building engineering throughout various markets. He has worked on many landmark projects including many large scale and high-rise developments.

With an academic background in architectural engineering and building technology, Panos applies both his architectural and engineering knowledge to a variety of facade solutions. He has worked with architects and contractors on projects across multiple sectors, including aviation, education, commercial, residential sport and entertainment around the world.

Panos’ expertise lies in the ability to design systems of varying complexities, encompassing a broad palette of materials. He has a specialist interest in the design and development of specialist facade systems for new build and refurbishment projects.

Alex is an Associate Project Director at Mace, where he combines hands-on experience with strategic oversight to deliver project success.

Alex began his career as a subcontractor, gaining valuable insights into the construction industry and its various processes. Following this, he transitioned to main contracting with Mace in 2017, where he has honed his skills in managing complex projects and leading diverse teams.

Last year, Alex moved from London to Saudi Arabia with Mace to work on one of the country’s largest gigaprojects, where he focuses on enhancing collaboration and fostering strong relationships between the supply chain, engineers, architects, and clients.

With a commitment to creating cohesive project environments, Alex aims to bridge gaps between stakeholders, ensuring alignment and shared goals. His journey in the construction industry has equipped him with valuable experience and a unique perspective that allows him to drive innovation and deliver high-quality results in every endeavour.