As Executive Director, Capital Project Delivery at The University of Chicago, Larry Blouin has more than 33 years of construction experience. He is an accomplished leader with a strong background in strategic planning, construction and project management. Having held increasingly responsible positions in project management, most recently he has worked closely with the senior management team of Facilities Services to develop strategic vision, foster collaboration and enhance project management services. Since joining the University in 2009, Blouin has managed in excess of $750 million of new construction and capital improvement projects. 

Prior to joining the University, Blouin served as Vice President and General Manager of Graycor Construction Company. He was largely responsible for growing Graycor’s hospitality résumé. In his position as VP and general manager, Blouin was responsible for corporate, healthcare and hospitality work. He has earned a B.S. in construction management from Bradley University.

Peter is a Senior Technology Evangelist at Microdesk, specializing in assisting organizations with implementing BIM processes and understanding and implementing new and upcoming technologies to enhance coordination, and differentiate skills and offerings from competitors. 

This has included working with national AECO firms providing on-site assistance, integrating BIM into their design processes, custom training and content, and leading the process of creating standards and workflows, as well as utilizing VR, cloud/ mobile tools, and UAV’s to stay at the forefront of the industry. 

Prior to joining Microdesk, Peter worked at design firms working on residential, institutional, liturgical and commercial projects. He has managed projects throughout all phases including CD’s, field surveys, code and product research, specs, and presenting to approval boards. Finished projects include several laboratory/research buildings, residences, libraries, and movie theaters.

Andrew Dennison, comes to us from Uplift Data Partners - a full service drone technology company focused on flying, analyzing and delivering data insights for Construction. Andrew has spent 3 years on business development and operations in the drone industry. He is an expert at integrating drone technology into construction, ensuring safe and compliant drone operations, understanding of drones for enterprise, and more. Prior to Uplift, Andrew worked at SkySpecs, a drone company focused on automatic wind turbine inspections. He graduated from University of Michigan and is a big Michigan Football fan.