Brian Dunbar is Executive Director of the Institute for the Built Environment (IBE) and Professor Emeritus at Colorado State University, where he has taught courses in Construction Management, Interior Architecture, and Sustainability. Brian holds degrees in architecture from University of Michigan and is a WELL AP and LEED AP. Brian is a member of the Lifelong Communities & Homes Action Advisory Team as well as a board member of the Center for Living Environments and Regeneration (CLEAR), a non-profit established to disseminate LENSES, a guiding framework for regenerative design.x000D x000D Through IBE, Brian has guided project work and facilitated design charrettes for the National Park Service, American Institute of Architects, cities, universities, and school districts. Brian co-authored “Whole School Sustainability” and “147 Tips on Teaching Sustainability”. Brian’s sustainable building teaching and research has been honored by AIA, USGBC, the Colorado Governor, communities, businesses and universities. USGBC recognized Brian with one of its first LEED Fellow distinctions (2012) and its National Leadership Award (2022).x000D x000D At Greenbuild 2024, Brian will share the impetus that led to creating the Lifelong Communities & Homes guidance systems and will encourage attendees to brainstorm "Lifelong-friendly" ideas for homes and communities.

Elicia is an experienced facilitator, academic researcher, and designer working with partners spanning all sectors on sustainability, resilience, community vitality, and organizational development projects. Elicia enjoys working with and mentoring students at all levels from undergraduate sustainability interns to graduate associates and fellows. Elicia believes strongly in the power of collaboration and often says "we can accomplish so much more together than any of us ever could alone." Elicia completed her PhD in Environmental Social Science and Complex Systems Science at Arizona State University following a Masters of Architecture and Bachelors of Environmental Design from the University of Colorado. She holds graduate certificates in Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Systems and Historic Preservation from the University of Colorado. In addition, she is a certified Graphic Facilitator, has professional training in Regenerative Development from the Regenesis Institute, has completed the Capra Course on the Living Systems View of Life, and has been a member of the Change Agent Development SEED communities for the past four years. She bridges professional consulting in design with deep academic grounding in participatory and community-based research and facilitation. She is especially focused on how dynamic social, natural, and built environments come together and how people work together within these systems to solve problems and meet their collective needs.

With over four decades of interior design experience, Drew has contributed to a wide range of commercial and residential projects, emphasizing timeless designs, healthy materials, and vibrant use of color schemes. A pivotal moment was her role in designing five buildings for Eden Alternative’s Hover Greenhouse Skilled Nursing in Longmont, CO, a project that deeply influenced her professional path. Drew's dedication extends beyond aesthetic design; she is an active advocate for affordable housing, working with LAUNCH Longmont Housing to guide community-focused projects and leveraging her public speaking skills at Planning and City Council meetings. Drew notably aided in her brother's transition from a nursing home (25 years) to independent living through Colorado's Imagine Program. As the Chair of the Action Advisory Team for Lifelong Communities and Homes, Drew guides eight research teams in advancing the initiative and directs developers, builders, and architects in creating communities that support aging in place. As a LEED Green Associate, she prioritizes sustainable materials in Lifelong Communities. At Greenbuild, Drew will share insights from her journey, emphasizing the role of design in enhancing health and happiness, reflecting her commitment to impactful design.

Bill Swalling, distinguished by his profound knowledge in finance and real estate, infuses every project with intelligence, insight, and authenticity. His Canadian roots contribute a unique charm and approachability to his professional persona. Bill's expertise is about fostering communities that thrive on active and enriched lifestyles. His portfolio spans across commercial and retail centers to mixed-use and residential communities, each reflecting his vision of "creating community."x000D x000D Bill's latest achievement, Sonders Fort Collins, stands as a testament to his lifelong commitment to authentic community building. This venture marks a significant milestone as the world's first pre-certified Lifelong Community. Under Bill's guidance as the principal of Actual Communities, LLP, Sonders is designed to support a culture of active aging. Unlike other master-planned communities, Sonders is distinctive for its foundational purpose - to cultivate a healthy, active aging culture.