Architects, Researchers, and Technologists Building for the Built Environment
Acelab is built by industry people who lived the friction of material specification at top firms, and decided to fix the system itself
To elevate our built environment by transforming the spaces where we live, work, and play — one material choice at a time.
Built for AECO, by AECO
As co-founder of Acelab, Vardhan brings deep architectural expertise from designing U.S. embassies and institutional projects to his mission of transforming how the industry makes material decisions. His vision for a universal language in material selection, developed while at Harvard GSD, has earned Acelab recognition on Forbes' 30 Under 30 2025.
As co-founder of Acelab, Vardhan brings deep architectural expertise from designing U.S. embassies and institutional projects to his mission of transforming how the industry makes material decisions. His vision for a universal language in material selection, developed while at Harvard GSD, has earned Acelab recognition on Forbes' 30 Under 30 2025.
Dave Lemont is Executive Chairman of Acelab, a next-gen platform empowering architecture firms and owners to seamlessly research, select, and document materials. He brings over three decades of expertise in scaling industry-changing software companies, most notably as CEO of Revit Technology through its landmark acquisition by Autodesk. His vision for transforming how millions of design professionals approach product research and specification builds on his track record of successful leadership.
Dave Lemont is Executive Chairman of Acelab, a next-gen platform empowering architecture firms and owners to seamlessly research, select, and document materials. He brings over three decades of expertise in scaling industry-changing software companies, most notably as CEO of Revit Technology through its landmark acquisition by Autodesk. His vision for transforming how millions of design professionals approach product research and specification builds on his track record of successful leadership.
A registered architect who’s curiosity has drawn him to all corners of the profession. Who's worked in design, technical, and leadership at Harry Weese, Wheeler Kearns, SA+R, HOK, taught studio at UCDenver, and worked for the developer StoryBuilt.
Director of A&D Technology at Acelab, driving enterprise adoption, strategic growth, and industry education while helping top design firms modernize material research, specification, and sustainability workflows.
Armaan is the Senior Director of Customer Experience for AECO Users at Acelab and a Registered Architect in New York. Drawing from his experience at leading firms like KPF and Bernheimer Architecture, he now specializes in implementing technical building project workflows at multinational design and construction companies. Through the adoption of Materials Hub, his team has helped building professionals deliver buildings that are more cost-effective, include lower embodied risk, and achieve higher performance standards
With 6+ years partnering with architects, she brings a consultative approach to technology that helps firms collaborate more effectively and make better-informed decisions across project delivery.
Avin helps manufacturers and AEC firms harness digital technology through a consultative approach,deep client understanding,and lasting partnerships.She's passionate about connecting people with the right solutions and building genuine, lasting trust
Aynaz Alaei is a strategic leader in material data and digital workflows across architecture, real estate, and construction. She partners with firms to implement and scale material systems to drive smarter and more efficient project outcomes.
Bo is a former architectural designer with experience at OMA, bringing design industry fluency and strategic relationship management to help manufacturers grow their influence with the architecture and AEC firms that matter most.
Brad has been building high-performance web applications for over 15 years. In that time, he has led engineering teams in both the Fin-Tech and AECO industries.
Cheryl is a licensed architect with a decade of experience at firms such as KieranTimberlake, DIGSAU, and KPF. She now leads data operations at Acelab, driven by a mission to democratize product data for better design.
5+ years in ConTech, focused on helping building product manufacturers grow their spec business and giving A&D firms better tools to specify — bridging both sides of the project workflow.
As Acelab's Senior Marketing Leader, Jennifer brings deep Saas and AEC industry expertise that drives growth and market presence, connecting architects and building product manufacturers through Acelab’s Material Hub platform.
Kate Vogel is the founder of Anchor & Arrow Advisory, where she partners with founders to bring clarity to their strategy and discipline to their operations. Her years as a venture capital investor gave her a firsthand understanding of what it takes to build a durable company, and she draws on that experience to provide the kind of hands-on support that allows founders to focus on growth.
Megan is a Senior Account Manager for Partner Success at Acelab. She has spent her career working with A+D manufacturers across different categories, helping them grow. She takes pride in the relationships she builds and helping partners succeed.
Michael Macaluso is VP of Finance at Acelab, where he leads financial strategy and operations. Before joining Acelab in 2025, Michael spent over decade scaling SaaS finance functions at early stage tech companies, most recently as Senior Director of Finance at IBM Kubecost following its acquisition by IBM, and prior to that as Senior Finance Manager at Yesware, where he built out the finance infrastructure through the company's acquisition by Vendasta.
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Once an architect, now somewhere between data, product, and management. Muktika has been at Acelab since the start, shaping the Material Hub from a sketch into a system, and championing a team culture rooted in empathy and curiosity.
Nolan is CTO at Acelab, building the team and systems changing how the world's buildings get made. He co-founded SciPhi (YC W24), where he built R2R, an open-source RAG framework. He chases one question: how do you put AI on problems that matter?
Patricia leads the design and management of tools that connects architects, owners, and manufacturers through smarter material discovery and specification. With over a decade in AEC, she builds practical products shaped by real-world design practice
Sarah designed and owns the data systems that fuel Material Hub’s AI powered material intelligence. She was previously an engineering leader at PwC on a global data platform used to deliver analytics for many of the world’s largest companies.
Industry Leaders Backing Our Mission
Since ‘91, Max has been at the highest levels in the glass & glazing space including VPM-Arch Aluminum & Glass, & CMO-Vitro America. Now at Sole Source Consultants-his main client is the National Glass Association, the main industry trade org in NA
Design Technology R+D Lead with 10+ years driving software R&D, evaluation, and adoption at Grimshaw, Perkins Eastman, and now DLR Group. Alex partners with executives, IT, and design principals on scalable tech investments.
Senior commercial leader with 23 years of experience including at Humanscale, advancing into executive roles overseeing national A&D strategy and Western Region sales.
Nora Rizzo is Ethical Materials Director at Grace Farms Foundation, leading Design for Freedom to eliminate forced labor in building materials. With 15+ years in sustainability, she serves on mindful MATERIALS and CT Green Building Council boards.
Tyler Suomala is the founder of Growthitect, helping architecture firm owners build business development engines that win high-quality clients. A former architectural designer turned coach, he creates content on lead gen, fees, and sales for owners.
Senior executive with a track record of scaling businesses at The Home Depot, Mohawk Industries, and Material Bank. Expert in product, go-to-market, and marketplaces; trusted advisor to CEOs and investors driving execution, performance, and growth.
Ike leads an AECO product marketing consultancy after heading construction audience marketing at Autodesk. With leadership across Fortune 500 and startup environments, he helps industry startups scale high-impact tech for the built environment.
Principal Consultant at Pivoth Corp. Chair on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee at RAiNA. Previously developed and led facade programs for companies including Trespa, DuPont, and Cosentino.
Valentin Noves is an AEC technology entrepreneur and advisor specializing in BIM automation, AI workflows, and custom software. Through e-verse, he has worked with companies including Meta, Google, and Tesla.
Rick Sweet is Principal of Coastal Acoustics, helping the AEC community solve complex acoustic challenges. A former CEO of OWA US and Director of Sales for BASWA Acoustic, he delivers solid leadership and performance‑driven solutions.
Caitlin Brady is a Senior Associate at HCM, AIA|DC Board Member, and host of the Architectette Podcast, which amplifies stories of women in AEC. She was awarded the 2023 AIA|DC Emerging Architect Award.
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