Alireza Biparva currently leads Kryton International Inc.’s R&D team as the Technical Director in Canada. His areas of responsibility include project planning and management, leading a staff of engineers and technicians, and liaising on a global level with universities, testing facilities, and engineering firms. For his master’s program, Ali designed a unique permeability apparatus at the University of British Columbia. In 2011, he developed a test method for replicating and analyzing real-life conditions of the self-sealing process. Ali oversees several leading-edge research projects, focusing primarily on concrete durability studies and the development of innovative products for the concrete waterproofing and construction industries. Ali has published several research papers in international journals and conferences on concrete permeability, waterproofing, abrasion resistance, ASR, durability, and sustainability. Ali is an active member of the American Concrete Institute and RILEM and is the chair of ACI 212 – Chapter 23 (Admixtures for Durability).
Mr. Killingsworth is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a BS and MS in Civil Engineering specializing in design, materials and construction. For nearly 20 years, Mr. Killingsworth worked in private consultancy conducting research projects for national, state and local entities. He also conducted numerous designs, implemented asset management systems, and conducted forensic evaluations.
For NRMCA, Mr. Killingsworth heads the Concrete Promotion and Codes Division, which provides promotional and technical support as well as education to member companies, affiliate associations, and local owners and designers regarding concrete designs, specifying materials, or construction issues. Support primarily includes local roads and parking lots as well as low-to-mid-rise building markets. Mr. Killingsworth also represents NRMCA before organizations that develop codes and standards and provides input to sustainability standards for buildings and infrastructure.
A man who knows no boundary when it comes to this industry, having 31 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in a wide array of management and leadership skills, and Innovative foresight.
He is responsible for ensuring effective operations management, managing cost drivers, stock availability, macro updates on production planning, and assessing work processes, people, and technology. He ensures alignment of people, processes, and technology, and consistently works towards synchronization and optimization for the effective and profitable operation of the company.
Overall, his strategy is simple: move ahead with the rapidly changing face of the UAE Market, and make the best of every possible opportunity, especially in the vibrant, fast-paced, and ever-growing cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
A visionary business leader and sustainability advocate, serving as Grey Matters' Founder, Managing Director, Board Advisor, and Consultant. A Certified Concrete Professional Middle East (CCPfME), and accomplished Keynote Speaker, with a strong focus on leadership, sustainability, and organizational growth.