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This distinguished group of industry leaders and experts will play a pivotal role in advancing FTI’s mission to drive innovation, research, and best practices in the design and performance of building facades.

FTI proudly welcomes Attila Arian, President of Vector Foiltec, as the new Vice President, and Ron Hull, Director at Kuraray, who will serve as FTI Secretary. We extend a special welcome to James Smith, Project Executive at Related Beal, and Alberto Franceschet, Principal at Socotec AE Consulting, LLC as they join the FTI Board.

The newly elected Board members bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from diverse sectors, including architecture, engineering, manufacturing, real estate and academia. Their leadership will be instrumental in driving FTI’s initiatives, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of the built environment.

FTI 2025 Board Members:

• | FTI President | General Manager, Technoform North America
• | FTI Vice President | President, Vector Foiltec
• | FTI Treasurer
• | FTI Secretary | Director, Global High-Performance Products, Kuraray
• | FTI Past President | Professor, University of Utah
• | FTI Board Member | Partner, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP
• | FTI Board Member | Project Director, McCarthy Building Companies
• | FTI Board Member | Principal, Socotec AE Consulting, LLC
• | FTI Board Member | Vice President Facade Engineering, Stantec
• | FTI Board Member | Partner, NBBJ
• | FTI Board Member | Principal TS&D Scientist, Dow
• | FTI Board Member | Ambassador of Innovation & Collaboration, Facade Tectonics Institute
• | FTI Board Member | SCI-Arc Faculty | Founder, Digne
• | FTI Board Member | Senior Advisor - Building Science, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab
• | FTI Board Member | Project Executive, Related Beal

"We are thrilled to welcome this exceptional group of professionals to the FTI Board," said , and General Manager of Technoform. "Their expertise and vision will be invaluable as we continue to push the boundaries of facade design and technology, promoting a more sustainable and resilient built environment."

The new FTI Board will oversee key initiatives, including the upcoming FTI 2025 Vitruvian Honors & Awards, research programs, industry publications, and educational initiatives that support knowledge sharing across the facade industry.

For more information about FTI, its leadership, the Special Advisory Council, Committees, or opportunities to participate in FTI leadership, please contact FTI Executive Director at khojgrova@facadetectonics.org or visit .