Speakers

Since joining Cosentini in 2010, Helen has led numerous projects across the U.S. and abroad through green building certifications and incentives, including mixed-use developments, core and shell office buildings, residential high-rises, hotels, libraries, corporate and institutional campuses, and commercial interior fit-outs. She specializes in finding the best sustainability strategy for complex projects, as well as shepherding projects and teams that are new to sustainability through the process of certification. She has led internal and external education around sustainability and developed tools to streamline Cosentini’s sustainability consulting practice. Helen holds a Master of Science in Environmental Management Systems from Pratt Institute and a Bachelor of Science in Design & Environmental Analysis: Interior Design from Cornell University. She is a LEED Accredited Professional, Building Design and Construction; LEED Accredited Professional, Interiors Design and Construction; WELL Accredited Professional; and Total Resource Use and Efficiency (TRUE) Advisor. Helen has volunteered with several industry organizations including the USGBC and Urban Green Council, and has been involved with mentorship programs with Tetra Tech, Pratt Institute, and Cornell University where she was also featured as a guest lecturer.