September 2026 Chapter Meeting – ASHRAE President Visit – Sarah Maston

Changing the Game: Retrofitting for Resilience.

Presentation Abstract: “Changing the Game: Retrofitting for Resilience” highlights the critical role existing buildings play in creating a more sustainable and resilient future. Using the concepts of teamwork, strategy and execution, this theme explores how retrofitting, retro-commissioning and modern building practices can improve building performance, efficiency and resilience. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration among building owners, operators, engineers, code officials and commissioning providers, while advancing innovative workforce development strategies to prepare the next generation of HVAC&R professionals. By working together, the industry can transform existing buildings into high-performing assets that are better equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Speaker Bio:

Sarah E. Maston, P.E., BCxP, LEED AP is ASHRAE’s President for the 2026-27 Society Year.

Maston previously served on the ASHRAE Board of Directors as president-elect, treasurer, vice president and director-at-large. Throughout her Society service, Maston has held numerous leadership and volunteer roles across ASHRAE’s membership, technical and communications initiatives. Prior to her term as President, Maston was chair of the Appointments Roadmap Committee, Members Council, Technology Council, and vice chair of the President-Elect Advisory Committee. Maston also served as chair of the Conferences and Exhibitions Committee, Planning Committee, Finance Committee, and Technical Committee 7.9, Building Commissioning. She was also a member of ASHRAE Standing Standards Project Committee 300, Commissioning. She currently serves as president of the ASHRAE/REHVA Committee, chair of the Charter Institution of Building Service Engineers (CIBSE)/ASHRAE Liaison Subcommittee, and ASHRAE Representative to the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), the International Well Building Institute (IWBI), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the International Code Council (ICC) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

Tickets:

• Professional: $40 (ASHRAE Puget Sound members may use code Member2627 for $5 off)
• Student: Free (Limited to 15 spots only)

Location:

The Fig & The Judge

Renaissance Seattle Hotel, 515 Madison St, Seattle, WA 98104

Meal Selections:

• KALE SALAD (DF/GF)
  Champagne vinaigrette, apples, shaved fennel, heirloom tomatoes, watermelon radish, strawberry, pepitas, marcona almond, pickled onion
• GARDEN FRESH RIGATONI (V)
  Zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, garlic, mixed bell pepper, cherry tomato, spinach, basil
• GRILLED SALMON WITH POBLANO SLAW
  Ciabatta, chipotle mayo, poblano slaw
• GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH: Arugula, Mama Lil’s, grilled squash, Basil aioli, Swiss, Mama Lil peppers served with Fries
• WAGYU BURGER: Cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, kosher pickle, special sauce, brioche bun served with Fries

Schedule:

• 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Registration
• 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM: Speaker Introduction & Presentation

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