About the CEO of ecophi associates & the egoless design team

Owner of Kath Williams + Associates; Experienced business leader with a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry. Sustainability consultant for 20+ years. Skilled in Green Building Rating Systems (especially LEED, WELL and SITES Projects). Supports corporations in meeting and documenting their SDGs. Strong business development professional with a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) focused in Conflict Resolution, Adult and Higher Education from Montana State University-Bozeman.

Kath has been appointed to the Location and Planning Technical Advisory Group (LP TAG) by US Green Building Council for the year 2024. 

Architect and Urban Designer with more than 30 years of experience in international real estate development projects, leading numerous medium and large portfolios (€70MM on average) and teams (30 on average) in several countries, including Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, France , United States, Italy and Colombia. Key competencies include circular economy solutions, strategic real estate consulting and the industrial transformation of plastic waste into construction materials.

He currently serves as Founding Partner of NEOVI INVESTMENT, a Fintech company that invest in properties with high appreciation potential without the need to buy. (https://www.neovi.es/investing). He also serves as Principal Partner of IDM Networks (International Design and Management), a real estate consultancy based in Spain and Colombia (www.idmnetworks.com), and CEO of BRH Real Estate, a development company specialized in residential "hybrid living" projects (www.idmnetworks.com/brh). Both entities actively participate in the development of a "cradle to cradle" Phygital Campus in Sotogrande, Cádiz, with an investment value of €350 M (www.idmnetworks.com/phygitalcampus).

Previous jobs include leadership positions in major international companies such as Sonae Sierra, Riofisa, Laing Management and EXPO 92, S.A.

With a solid international academic background, graduated in Architecture and Urban Planning from the University of Navarra, expanding his studies with a Master degree in Urban Design (M.Litt) from the University of Glasgow and a Master in Business Administration from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. Teaching experiences include architectural design at the Mackintosh School of Architecture/Glasgow, Real Estate fundamentals at the CEU San Pablo University/Madrid (Master in Urban Planning), and currently Real Estate development at the University of Navarra/Madrid Campus (Master in Real Estate). .

In 1996, was awarded the Eisenhower Fellowship leadership diploma after completing a Multinational Research Program in the United States on Public-Private Partnerships under chaimanship of former President George H.W. Bush (www.idmnetworks.com/eisenhowerfellowships).

Throughout my professional career, I am deeply committed to excellence, the principles of the circular economy and the promotion of international understanding. This commitment is reflected in the mastery of several languages, having full professional knowledge (written and spoken) of English, French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish (native), as well as an advanced command of German and Catalan. 

 Co-Author of "AI for Humanity: Building A Sustainable AI for the Future" (ISBN: 9781394180301) by Wiley and Sons

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Over 38 years of experience in the enterprise technology, digital transformation and venture building in Asia, US and Europe.

Started as AI scientist in 1986 as part of the Fifth Generation Computer initiative at MCC research lab in Austin Texas USA and then, at Trilogy, a Symbolic AI pioneering enterprise software startup in 1995 deploying many large scale global AI & Internet solutions.

Actively engaged in entrepreneurial ventures by investing, incubating and mentoring technology start-ups and growing some of them successfully to matured company.

Specialize in AI from basic and application research, startup incubation and acceleration, product development and digital transformation and project fulfillment.

Worked with Fortune 500 companies and tech startups for technology-enabled business process transformation across multiple generations of technology revolution including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Knowledge Discovery, Data Mining, CRM, Mobile Internet, Cloud Computing, Omnichannel Retail, Virtual World, Blockchain, Web3 and Metaverse.

Industry sector experience covers Education, Consumer Retail, Healthcare, Financial Services, Government, High Tech, Telecommunications and Automotive.

Published over 25 scientific and business paper on academic journals, books and monographs as well as AI industry standards reports.

Invited speaker at various tech and academic and industry conferences, universities and research labs in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines and China."

In the new era of AI for the next 10 years, AI leadership for our youth and our business executives will be vital. I look forward to collaborate with many education program and research initiatives to advocate "AI for Humanity" with more AI leadership development programs. 

Born in Buenos Aires and a graduate of the University of Belgrano, Marco Praga is an architect specialized in design.

Throughout his professional career, he has worked on projects across Latin America, the Caribbean, the U.S., and several regions in Europe and Asia. Along this journey, he has worked as a hotel project consultant and design architect.

For the past 19 years, he has led projects from Mexico and Colombia, overseeing the development of urban planning, mixed-use, hospitality, residential, and office projects, among others, throughout the region.

Currently, Marco Praga serves as the Country Representative for Colombia for AIA Latam.

Marco is trilingual in Spanish, English, and Italian.

Specialties: Extensive experience in the structuring, design, and development of hotels, shopping centers, residential developments, office buildings, and mixed-use projects. 

 With over 15 years of experience in the event, jewellery retail, and manufacturing industries, Ranyah is a creative individual known for their design and communication skills. They possess a team player attitude and a track record as a self-made business success leader.

Ranyah's expertise lies in brand creation, product manufacturing, supply chain management, and leading retail workforces. They have successfully taken businesses from inception to profitability, demonstrating a forward-thinking mindset throughout.

Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders is one of Ranyah's core strengths. Their ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced settings has played a key role in their success.

Ranyah has transferred her skills to the well-being industry in pursuit of new opportunities, particularly in Ubud, Indonesia.

Here, they embrace the use of AI, VR, MR, and AR to curate transformative experiences.

Ranyah's commitment to curating exceptional experiences using AI, VR, MR, and AR has earned them recognition in the architecture realm. Their innovative use of these technologies fosters personal growth.

In summary, Ranyah's creative prowess, team player attitude, and effective communication skills have contributed to their success in the event, jewellery retail, and manufacturing sectors. They possess a forward-thinking approach and excel in building relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Transferring their skills to the well-being industry in Ubud, Indonesia, Ranyah embraces AI, VR, MR, and AR to curate transformative experiences. A passion for personal growth and connection fuels their dedication to creating exceptional journeys using these technologies. 

Chuck Meek is the Executive Director of Solve for X Impact Corporation, a nonprofit that supports and funds environmental technology innovation.

He is also the Managing Director of Solve for X, L3C, a Research & Development platform that

integrates Philanthropic, Private Capital, Academic, and Industrial enterprises. The firm manages

private foundation grants and impact investment funds, and oversees Program Related

Investments in environmental technology.

Chuck is an Industry Advisor at The University of Chicago – Pritzker School of Molecular

Engineering, where he mentors post-doctorate scientists and researchers, helping them reframe

their esoteric theses and dissertations in terms and language of private capital and industry

audiences.

He splits his time between Traverse City, MI and Provence, France.

 Irena Škoda, an architect and designer, committed to crafting lucrative, in-demand, private, imaginative, and lively spaces. With over three decades of experience, her practice seamlessly merges BioArchitecture, sustainable design, and self-sufficient architecture. Irena's cross-disciplinary approach and fusion of European-American styles yield creative ideas that transcend current design norms.

Her journey began at the age of ten, when she started envisioning and reimagining the five-story walk-up apartment building she resided in, sparking a quest to question the status quo of the built environment and explore better alternatives. Today, she views architecture as an organic extension of nature, perpetually inspired by the boundless possibilities offered by natural principles, regenerative processes, and geometric forms.

Irena possesses diverse expertise spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects, including innovative wellness eco-communities. With licenses and certifications in architecture, interior design, sustainability, and LEED, Irena is dedicated to introducing pioneering ideas and methodologies that contribute to a mindful future, delivering enhanced value and benefits to clients and occupants alike.

 Architect graduated from the Universidad de Los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia in 2002. Has broad experience in design, construction and project coordination. In 2010 founded Arquitectura en Equilibrio (www.arquitecturaenequilibrio.com), a company focused on the implementation of alternative construction systems with low environmental impact and high social value. From this platform, projects have been successfully designed and constructed in a collaborative format with rural and aboriginal communities in countries like Malawi, Mexico, Colombia, and Ecuador. 

Catalina is the CEO and Creative Director at In-Space Diseño, an innovative design studio specializing in architecture, interior design, and landscaping. With over 20 years of experience across Colombia, Spain, and Latin America, she combines her expertise in art, architecture, and sustainability to create transformative spaces. Her projects range from luxury residences and hospitalityto public art installations and vertical gardens, with a strong focus on integrating eco-conscious design and artistic expression.

Catalina studied Architectureat Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogotá and Sculpturein Universidad Nacional de Colombia, along with advanced studies in Semiotics and a LEED Green Associatecertification. She has worked on major international projects, including luxury hotels and commercial spaces in Central and South America, Barcelona, Madrid, and Bogotá, collaborating with renowned architects and developers like Víctor Alarcón García, Edgardo Suarez www.ghlhoteles.com and Camilo Alvarado Boshell www.kubiklab.com

In addition to her architectural practice, Catalina is an active visual artist, with exhibitions in Colombia and Spain. Her work explores the intersections of art, nature, and human connection, showcased through solo and collective exhibitions.

Catalina’s passion for sustainable design is exemplified in projects like green roofs, eco-friendly interiors, and vertical gardens, while her commitment to social impact has led to her involvement in several initiatives, including the Women Together project, which promotes the empowerment of indigenous women in  indigenous communities in Latin America. 

Over the years, Catalina has designed over 30 large-scale projects, including hotels, restaurants, residences, and offices in cities across the globe. Her designs are known for blending local culture with modern innovation, creating spaces that are not only functional but also visually inspiring and ecologically responsible.

Catalina continues to inspire with her work, pushing the boundaries of architecture and design while remaining deeply committed to environmental sustainability and social responsibility.

Bob Brick is a third-generation native, known to some as ‘one of Traverse City’s natural resources.’ And he has the career to show for it: He’s been in the top one percent of all Real Estate Agents in North America for 40+ years; he is in the RE/MAX International Hall of Fame and the Titanium Club; he has earned the RE/MAX International Lifetime Achievement Award; was named Michigan’s #1 agent in 1997; and he has repeatedly been in the top 5 and top 10 RE/MAX of Michigan Agents for 30+ years. In total, Bob has sold more than 5,000 properties and touts more than 50 years in local real estate.

Bob’s expertise, knowledge, dedication, and experience are the hallmark characteristics of his remarkable career. He is a person who takes his commitments to heart, and he expresses his heart in every aspect of his business. Bob genuinely cares about others, and he works tirelessly to exceed client expectations and help clients realize their dreams.