Senior Principal, Director of Information and Communications Technology, SmithGroup; BS, Building Construction, Virginia Tech
Sporting a trifecta of accreditations, David Glenn is a technology infrastructure leader with extensive experience designing and managing complex information and communications technology systems for large, technology-rich facilities across the United States. He is recognized for his holistic approach to integrating telecommunications, building security, audiovisual and IT systems into the built environment. Throughout his career, he has managed, designed and engineered technology infrastructure for more than 300 projects serving more than 150 clients nationwide. His work spans a wide range of sectors including higher education, health care, performing arts, government, aviation, transportation, research laboratories and commercial developments. Many of these projects are large, technically demanding facilities with budgets exceeding $1.5 billion. Glenn’s expertise is particularly distinctive because of his rare combination of credentials in telecommunications, audiovisual design, building security and sustainable building design. This broad perspective enables him to develop integrated technology strategies that support building performance, security and user experience. In addition to his technical expertise, Glenn is known for his leadership and business development accomplishments. He has served as principal in charge for dozens of major assignments while also helping expand and lead multidisciplinary technology teams. Glenn is also active in professional organizations including BICSI, AVIXA and the Secure Building Council. He frequently contributes to industry publications and conference presentations focused on emerging building technologies and integrated systems design. To relax and recharge, Glenn enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking and fishing near the lake where he lives. He is also an avid Virginia Tech sports fan and enjoys photography and travel in his free time.
