Sessions–Education Session
UpcomingSmoothRide Solutions: Paving the Way to Smoother Road Construction
Learn how advanced LiDAR scanning, GPS-guided equipment, and digital design tools are improving road resurfacing quality and efficiency.
Speakers
Meet the speakers
Learn from the professionals and industry leaders featured at this event.
Jad Aswad
Geomatics Analyst/Technician · Forest Contractors Ltd.
Geomatics specialist in LiDAR, GPS machine control, and digital terrain modelling.
Jad is a Geomatics Specialist at Forest Contractors with over four years of experience in surveying, GPS machine control, and digital terrain modeling for civil construction projects. He specializes in developing accurate grading designs, processing LiDAR and topographic data, and preparing machine control models that improve construction accuracy and efficiency. Jad's expertise helps bridge the gap between design and field execution, ensuring projects are delivered with precision from planning through completion.
Julian Romano
Business Manager, Materials Division · Forest Group
Business leader overseeing paving, asphalt, and ready-mix operations.
Julian has over six years of experience with Forest Group and currently serves as Operations Manager, overseeing the company's Materials Division. In this role, he co-leads the sales and operations of Forest Paving Ltd. and Forest Ready Mix Ltd., managing a division that includes one asphalt plant and two ready mix concrete plants. Julian is responsible for ensuring the efficient production, supply, and delivery of high-quality materials that support infrastructure and construction projects across the GTA. His operational expertise and commitment to excellence play a key role in delivering reliable service and maintaining Forest Group's reputation for quality.