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People

The heart of Okana lies in our diverse team of strategists, designers, researchers, and technologists, as well as our expansive network of global partners.

Our team

Fadi Castronovo

Digital Consultant

With over ten years of experience in digital architecture and construction education, Fadi specialises in virtual and augmented reality and Building Information Modelling (BIM) tools. Holding a PhD in architectural engineering and a minor in educational psychology, he integrates technology with pedagogy and explores digital tools impact on learning. Fadi enjoys yoga, meditation, and is passionate about football and Formula 1.

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Murillo Piazzi

Senior Digital Consultant

Murillo is an experienced digital consultant, having authored training programmes such as Building Information Management (BIM) for health and safety, understanding Construction Operations Building Information Exchange (COBie) and understanding Industry Foundation Classes (IFC). Murillo is also a lead assessor for ISO 19650-1 and 2 and has supported organisations to establish and fulfil information management requirements. Murillo’s aim is to link academia and industry, sharing his knowledge with others. 

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Joel Whitehead

Safety Consultant

With over eight years with of experience in health and safety, Joel specialises in safety consulting to the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. Joel is passionate about project delivery, client engagement and creating a positive culture. Outside of work he enjoys playing music, travelling, gym training, football and is currently learning Italian.

Alec Wong

Partner Council

Alec brings a wealth of knowledge to his role and provides strategic guidance to help drive business growth and innovation. With vast experience in delivering exceptional projects, Alec excels at adjusting strategies and turning challenges into opportunities. In his spare time, he is a passionate art toy collector, curating over 1000 pieces since 1998.

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Helen Puddefoot

Partner Council

Helen began her career at McKinsey, following which she built, grew and led organisations at scale across the globe before co founding Growth Incorporated. Her career spans charity, government and enterprise, which she utilises to help develop effective strategies for cross sector engagement, collaboration and innovation.

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Amandeep Kaur

Technologist

Amandeep has a background in interior design and recently completed a Master’s degree in Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Integrated Construction. She is extremely focused on her professional development and specialises in BIM technologies and software. Outside of work, Amandeep enjoys spending time outdoors, yoga and hunting down new places to eat out.

Jonathan Seebacher

Advisory Board

Now part of Okana, Jonny previously led the Ryder Alliance for over 10 years and managed the global partner network.  He has an extensive international portfolio of work and is key in driving Okana’s growth. Jonny has experience of working in Australia, Saudi Arabia and South East Asia.

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Charlotte Hollins

Associate Project Coordinator

Charlotte leads business operations within Okana, with expertise in people management and complex operations, following over a decade in the event industry and venue management. Charlotte is motivated by empowering others and passionate about contributing to a positive working environment. Charlotte loves cooking and live music, hoping to front a funk and soul band in the future.

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Keelan Hegarty

Partner Council

Keelan is an associate of ASPECT Structural Engineers, with more than a decade of experience across the UK and North America, covering everything from modular construction to heritage buildings, with a particular passion for mass timber. Keelan is also an avid music lover, football player, cyclist, and amateur woodworker.

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Attila Borbély

Partner Council

Attila joined CÉH in 2005, working as a structural engineer for more than a decade until he became deputy CEO and head of planning and design in 2022. While leading a multi-disciplinary team of over 100 architects, plus structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineers, he also plays key role in developing partnerships and new opportunities for the business.

Tony Danker

Advisory Board and Partner Council

Tony has been integral in driving Okana’s ambition to transform place shaping globally. He brings the innovation and pace of the private sector, having worked in government and across business. Tony’s focus is growth and productivity and how organisations can best partner to make change happen. 

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Jeremy Salmon

Partner Council

Jeremy is passionate about place and destination creation at all scales. As the director, city architect and placeshaper at UrbanPlaceNetwork, Jeremy brings his years of international experience and knowledge as an architect, urbanist and masterplanner, and his passion to seek out appropriate innovation for and with both clients and communities, to ensure the creation of long term sustainable solutions.

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Fostering relationships

By placing ourselves in the shoes of our clients and communities, we cultivate a deep understanding of their needs and challenges, fostering relationships built on empathy, trust and respect.

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