BST Global Announces AI + Data Consortium to Transform the AEC Industry

TAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BST Global, the leading provider of AI-powered project intelligence™ solutions for the AEC industry, is proud to announce the formation of its AI + Data Consortium, a group of global technology leaders with a mission to be the voice of AI-powered and data-driven innovation for the AEC industry. These visionaries will help transform the AEC industry’s future.

The AI + Data Consortium’s inaugural members are:

• Tim Wark, Global AI Lead, AECOM
• Tembi Hommes, Global Chief Data Officer, Arup
• Darren Martin, Chief Digital Officer, AtkinsRéalis
• Javier A. Baldor, Chief Executive Officer, BST Global
• Eileen M. Canady, Chief Marketing Officer, BST Global
• Joseph Joseph, Partner & Chief Digital Officer, Gensler
• Ricardo Lorenzo, Chief Technology Officer, Parsons Corporation
• Jason B. Miller, Head of Innovation, Ramboll
• Shankar Kalyana, Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer, Stantec
• Chadi Habib, Chief Technology Officer & Business Solutions Manager, WSP

Together, they will lead efforts to:

• Define industry best practices, standards and recommendations
• Collaborate on strategic projects that elevate the AEC industry
• Produce original industry research via global surveys focusing on AI and data
• Share industry-specific insights and information
• Make connections with peers to increase our knowledge network
• Promote industry and client advocacy
• Pool industry data for benchmarking, analysis and optimization

BST Global Chief Executive Officer Javier A. Baldor spearheaded the creation of the consortium and expects the group to have a profound and lasting impact on the AEC industry. According to Baldor, “There is a once-in-a-generation opportunity before us to reimagine and transform the future of our industry with AI, big data and emerging technologies. We are honored to bring together the AEC industry’s brightest minds and visionaries to meet this challenge and lead the way forward with our AI + Data Consortium.”

AECOM Global AI Lead Tim Wark echoed these sentiments, commenting, “I’m very excited to be joining a group of industry leaders of this caliber as we look ahead to the tremendous changes and opportunities that the current AI wave is bringing about across the AEC sector.”

Each of the consortium members will be speaking at BST Global’s AI Summit 2025 in Palm Beach scheduled for May 6–8, 2025. This year marks BST Global’s second annual AI Summit, a premier event focused on all things AI for the AEC industry. The conference brings leaders from the world’s top design, engineering and environmental consultancies together to share how they are preparing for an AI-powered and data-driven future. Last year’s event sold out quickly, so new and returning attendees are encouraged to register early to secure their spots. Event and registration details are available here.

BST GLOBAL

BST Global designs, develops and deploys the AEC industry’s first suite of AI-powered project intelligence™ solutions. Beyond our flagship ERP offering, we provide work management, predictive insights and resource management solutions to complement a firm’s existing ERP. More than 120,000 architects, engineers and consultants in 65 countries across six continents rely on BST Global’s solutions each day to successfully manage their projects, resources, finances and client relationships. With unrivaled industry knowledge, BST Global serves as a trusted partner to its loyal clients and remains at the forefront of innovation. For more information, visit www.BSTGlobal.com.