Cherise Lakeside, a Senior Specification Writer at RDH Building Science Inc. Cherise has experience with many facets of the project team in the built environment. She has worked mostly in architecture but also in construction, MEP Engineering, and now Building Science. Cherise is passionate about mentorship/young professional development, public speaking/education (450+ events), and is particularly interested in improving project coordination and communication among all disciplines. Her latest adventure is as the host of the ARCAT podcast “DETAILED” - project stories of challenges and triumph!

Cherise shares her extensive career journey across various disciplines in architecture and engineering, emphasizing the importance of communication and understanding different perspectives in the industry. She discusses the challenges faced in building science, the misconceptions about spec writers, and the need for better education in specifications. Cherise also highlights the role of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) in professional development and mentorship, and the impact of the CDT exam on her teaching and learning experiences.

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Hello, I'm Katelyn Rossier!

A licensed Architect and founder of mentorDINO. I help early and mid-career design professionals have the technical knowledge, professional development skills, and resources they need to not only have successful projects but also be able to step into leadership roles with confidence! The AEC industry doesn’t have to be sink or swim!

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