Mr. Sebastian has 14 years of experience in building energy analysis, building automation systems, building energy analysis tool design, and building science research.

He joined TEES in 2011 and has been working in the Energy Systems Lab, where he divides his time between the Software Development group and the CC©  group. He has helped design all the tools used in the CC©  process while doing his Ph.D. part time, and managing, growing and providing technical support and training to the 10 engineering firms that are licensees of the CC® process.

He has been involved in many CC©  projects for various entities such as hospitals, cities, commercial buildings and independent school districts. He continues to split his time between hands on CC©  and CC©  software development. The goal being to make the CC© tools help th CC©  licensees and specialists become more efficient while leveraging the latest in technology and research.

Recent projects that he has been part of with the ESL include Continuous Commissioning©  for Veterans Affair Hospitals at Raleigh, Salem, Fayetteville, Manhattan, Brooklyn and St. Albans.

Projects in commercial buildings for CISCO; Assessments for TxDOT, THHS; Texas Tech Medical Center.

Trent works directly with owners, operators, and contractors to deliver Mission Critical Commissioning Services. CAI Mission Critical executes a scientific, risk-based approach that results in facilities built around specific end-user requirements, people, and technology.  As Director of Client Engagement, Trent ensures that project needs are understood and evaluated properly in the early stages of a project build,  remaining engaged with the CAI MC Operations team throughout the commissioning phases of a data center.

Danny Dirienzo is a quality engineer for Carter CAT, a national leader in data center mission critical backup power. Danny’s team uses CxAlloy for quality assurance throughout their manufacturing and commissioning processes.

Mr. Christman, P.E., has 14 years of experience in developing software tools to assist in building energy analysis and commissioning. He is the lead mechanical engineer in the software development team for Continuous Commissioning® at the Energy Systems Lab.

Before joining the ESL full-time in 2010, he earned his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. His graduate research was in the HVAC field, specifically in identifying methods for non-invasive power measurement of pumps and fans. He has worked on field projects that implement the Continuous Commissioning® process, from preliminary assessment to full implementation, and has been responsible for the design of various software tools developed in the Lab for analyzing buildings.

He has led the software team in developing multiple tools: HVAC simulation software, BAS trend-data analysis software, and M&V software.

Emily Rosales is an Optimization Engineer at HEAPY, a nationally recognized engineering and commissioning firm focused on sustainable and resilient building solutions.

She specializes in energy studies and HVAC improvements, including retro-commissioning, energy audits, and intelligent building management. She is passionate about helping clients meet their energy reduction goals while improving system performance and reliability.

Emily attended Purdue University of Indianapolis (IUPUI), earning a Bachelor of Science in Energy Engineering. Her experience also includes industrial energy auditing, solar energy consulting, and electrical construction management.

Angela Templin is the Vice President and Government Sector Lead at GTT, with over 25 years of experience in the engineering industry and 16 years in commissioning.

She has successfully managed more than 300 projects, including the SR99 Tunnel, Amazon and Microsoft headquarters, and the Sea-Tac International Airport’s expansion.

Jacob Terry is the director of CxAlloy. He has been working on CxAlloy software in some form for over 19 years. A self-taught programmer, he has a BA in print journalism and an MBA from Georgia Tech. In his free time he mostly wrangles his four children, but occasionally still finds time to play the latest Nintendo game.

Derek McGarry, PE, LEED AP (OTTO) has been working in the built environment for over 25 years in a variety of roles around high performance HVAC design and operations. He has spent the past 10+ years focused on the development of Connected Commissioning and Automated Functional Testing technologies for commissioning providers.

Chris has been at Catalyst for 5 years and has been in the commissioning industry for 9 years.

Chris is a project manager with experience working on a wide range of projects from retail stores to semi-conductor manufacturing plants and hyperscale data centers.

Darren has served as a lead commissioning agent on a wide range of building projects including university buildings, research laboratories, healthcare facilities, data centers, corporate headquarters, and multiuse facilities. 

Darren performs commissioning and retro-commissioning or HVAC, DDC controls, electrical, and plumbing systems. He is one of three instructors for the ACG Commissioning Authority Certification preparation workshop and has taught more than 20 workshops.

Eric Jirikowic (JARE-I-KOE-WIC) has been with Ring & DuChateau, a large Wisconsin MEP design firm with multiple offices, for 11 plus years. Eric came to the commissioning team 7 years ago from the R&D HVAC design team where he was developing 3D MEP models and utilizing clash detection analysis tools as part of the coordination process. 

The 10 person strong Ring & DuChateau commissioning team primarily works throughout Wisconsin. While their commissioning team works on a diverse array of projects including Select Agent BSL3 labs, much of Eric’s focus is with Healthcare Facilities and Higher Education (UW-Madison and Marquette). 

Eric has a 6 year old daughter and 2 year old son who keep him and his wife very busy. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with their children, golf, carpentry, blacksmithing, and assembling CxAlloy data bases.

Gina Pellegrini has worked in commissioning for 3 years in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is detail oriented and passionate about providing the best quality of work for the clients. She has worked on projects in a variety of market sectors including education, government, commercial, and advanced science and tech. She is one of the resident CxAlloy experts at Glumac and is excited to attend CxAlloy Forge again this year.

Mr. Watson, a seasoned Commissioning Professional with 28 years of experience, is known for his collaborative approach and strong team-building skills. His ability to foster a positive work environment and inspire his team has been instrumental in his success. He drives sustainable company growth by prioritizing client satisfaction and delivering exceptional results. His commitment to excellence and innovation has earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.

 A SUNY Maritime College graduate, Benjamin brings a unique blend of maritime and on-shore construction experience to the team, including work on tugboats, tall ships, and major projects like the Disney Broadcast building in Manhattan.

Since joining Catalyst in January 2024, he’s contributed to key projects such as SCF and MVF for Wolfspeed, showcasing his expertise and commitment to quality.

Outside of work, Benjamin enjoys traveling with his wife, cycling across the country, and supporting the New Jersey Devils, making him a dynamic and valued member of the Catalyst team.