ASHRAE Toronto Decemberfest 2023 - Lost Craft Brewery

DECEMBERFEST 2023

Our December Social is back! 

ASHRAE Toronto Chapter is pleased to host this night of drinks and socializing with industry peers. Feel free to bring your spouse, family, friends and clients. 

Lost Craft is a Toronto based craft beer company that focuses on brewing world class session style craft beer.

Space is limited. Reserve your spot before it's too late! 

Your registration includes Hors D'oeuvres and 2 drink tickets.

Panel Discussion Agenda

Join the ASHRAE Toronto Chapter on December 5th, 2023, for the first-ever panel discussion on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) in Engineering. This 45 minute session offers a platform for engineering professionals from diverse backgrounds, including various cultures and languages, to share insights & experiences. The focus will be on understanding the strengths that diversity brings to our community, addressing the challenges faced by new members and those navigating an industry traditionally lacking in diversity. This event is an opportunity to promote inclusivity, celebrate different perspectives, and explore how these diverse voices contribute to the growth and dynamism of our professional environment.

Meet Our Panelists

Abhishek Khurana is a Building Automation Contractor based in Toronto, Canada. Having grown up in both India and Canada, Abhi's ability to understand and appreciate multiple perspectives has enabled him to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and find innovative solutions to complex challenges.
Abhi is a distinguished lecturer in the field of HVAC automation. He holds a degree in Mechatronics Engineering and Control Systems from McMaster University. He worked as an Account Executive for Trane Technologies, where he honed his skills in designing and executing HVAC Control solutions. Abhi then started Voyager Buildings, a firm that provides turnkey Building Automation and Artificial Intelligence solutions. His leadership in the industry is evidenced by his active involvement in ASHRAE, where he has held numerous positions including Toronto Chapter President. He currently serves as the Regional Vice Chair for the Chapter Technology Transfer Committee (CTTC) and is a part of TC1.4.

Alekhya Kaianathbhatta is the current Region II Diversity Equity and Inclusivity chair. Having just rolled off as the YEA regional vice chair (RVC) for region II. She currently works as a Senior Commissioning Specialist at The HIDI Group. She has an undergraduate degree in Nuclear and masters in Sustainable building design, she is a LEED Green Associate and a professional Engineer in Ontario. Having found her passion for buildings and sustainability; Alekhya got involved with ASHRAE very early on in her career and has since held multiple positions including being a member of multiple TC’s, SA chair, YEA chair, BOG, RVC and currently the president Elect for ASHRAE Toronto.

Azadeh Ghadimi, Ph.D., P. Eng., with Persian roots, is a Professional Engineer in Ontario with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and has over 20 years of experience in academia and industry across three different countries. Her journey with ASHRAE started when she was teaching the HVAC module at Taylor's University in Malaysia, where she served as a student branch advisor. In addition to being a professor of mechanical engineering, Azadeh was also deeply committed to research and development, with a proven track record of international scientific papers in multidisciplinary areas. Since moving to Canada in 2018, Azadeh has continued her involvement with ASHRAE. She has served as a chair for refrigeration, diversity, and membership promotion, and in 2021, she was awarded the Roy Chaffey Award. Azadeh also shifted her career after moving to Canada and began working in technical sales in a critical environment. Currently, she is working as a technical lead at Environmental Systems Corporation (ESC), where she can pursue her passion for sustainability and saving the Earth through innovative solutions.

Kajen Singham is currently a Building Performance Analyst at Enerlife Consulting, working primarily on decarbonizing existing buildings in municipalities. Engaged through his education and research, he has volunteered in the sustainability community since his undergrad years at TMU. Starting as an ASHRAE Student Branch member, to Chapter Committee Chairs, he has held many roles in ASHRAE Toronto. He is the CAGBC Emerging Green Professionals Executive team and has hosted Design Charrettes and Social events. Kajen extends his passion for nature through volunteer work for diversity focused hiking and camping groups in Toronto, such as Lets Hike T.O., giving back to community in different ways. 

ASHRAE Toronto Programs Committee Chair
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