Kjell Anderson Melissa Bilec Suryabala Sah

Stakeholder Engagement

A Session by Kjell Anderson , Suryabala Sah and Melissa Bilec

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About this Session

Effective communication and collaboration among designers, LCA professionals, policymakers, and the public are crucial for advancing sustainability. This session emphasizes strategies for global architecture firms to enhance stakeholder engagement and build public confidence in scientifically grounded solutions. Participants will learn techniques for interdisciplinary collaboration, transparent communication of complex LCA data, and advocacy for sustainability initiatives that resonate with diverse audiences.

March 27, 2025, 01:00 PM

01:00 PM - 02:30 PM

About The SPEAKERS

Kjell Anderson

Kjell Anderson

LMN Architects


Suryabala Sah

Suryabala Sah

Sustainability Strategist, Gensler

A Registered Architect and Licensed Interior Designer, her credentials include LEED, WELL, LFA, EDGE, Fitwel. As an LCA specialist she oversees projects across six Gensler offices in the US South-Central/Texas Region. She Co-Founded CLF's Houston hub and Chairs Communications for USGBC Texas Chapter


Melissa Bilec

Melissa Bilec

Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh

Moderators

Connie Hensler

Connie Hensler

Global Director Environmental Management and Product Stewardship, Interface

Ms. Hensler received her Masters of Science in Applied and Environmental Microbiology from Georgia State University and is a Life Cycle Assessment Certified Professional (LCACP) and a Certified Life Cycle Assessment Reviewer (CLAR).