CTBUH Expands Board of Trustees and Welcomes New Members

Continuing a period of momentous change, the Council is excited to announce an expansion of its governing body, the Board of Trustees. Two new members will be welcomed at the 2022 International Conference in Chicago: Katrin Förster and David Seel.

Katrin Förster is the Global Key Account Manager, Architecture and Interior Design, ABB. She has been an active benefactor of CTBUH in the UK and the leading partner of the World Architecture Festival, the Architect’s Journal 100, and the AIA European Chapter. As a prominent member of one of the leading technology companies in the world, she brings expertise in smart technologies and will help CTBUH develop the technological arm of the Council.

David Seel is the Managing Director West (Europe, Middle East, USA) of the Robert Bird/Surbana Jurong Group. He is an active participant in CTBUH conferences and the leader of some of the most iconic infrastructure and high-rise projects in the UK. With a background in structural engineering, David’s work stands out for his approach to sustainability and decarbonization.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for creating the long-term vision and strategy of the Council and its members. The Board oversees the governance of the Council, including the annual audit of operations and finances, and develops programs to ensure continued growth. For more information, please see www.ctbuh.org.