speaker introductions

Jennifer Krokus Cooper is a driving force behind Dave Cooper Live, co-founding and leading the charge in creating impactful content and events that inspire and educate professionals in the built environment. With a focus on technology and innovation, Dave Cooper Live is more than just a YouTube channel—it's a vibrant platform that connects industry leaders through LIVE broadcasts and dynamic conversations. Together, Jennifer and Dave spotlight cutting-edge ideas and technologies that are shaping a better world for future generations.

Jennifer's role is multifaceted: from on-camera interviews with top experts to behind-the-scenes production magic, she’s integral to making sure the channel not only informs but also sparks a movement within the industry. Her hands-on approach ensures that Dave Cooper Live runs seamlessly, consistently delivering its mission to bring people together from various sectors of industry, academia and government to eliminate silos and design, manufacture, construct and operate a better built environment.

Adam is the Founding Principal of Wolf Partners, a vertically-integrated development firm based in Tampa, FL. Adam founded Wolf Partners with a vision of adopting a holistic approach to design and development, integrating his experience in structural engineering, architecture, and development into a cohesive, multi-disciplinary method for delivering projects. Since the firm’s inception in 2020, Adam and his team have specialized in urban infill multifamily development, utilizing prefabricated light gauge steel construction to provide site-specific design solutions without compromising on quality, speed, or design expression.

Adam is a licensed architect, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Graphics Technology from Purdue University and a Master’s degree in Architecture from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

Before founding Wolf Partners, his career spanned multiple disciplines, including structural engineering, architecture, and development. In each field, he leveraged parametric solutions to better understand the variables impacting the final product and to make processes more repeatable and efficient.

Scott Mitchell is the founder and CEO of STUD-IO, a computational construction company. Scott works to bridge STUD-IO’s software development with its project consulting, enabling some of the most complex projects being built today.

Before founding STUD-IO, Scott worked as a software engineer at Autodesk as part of the AEC Generative Design Group. While working at Autodesk, Scott had access to a Howick roll-forming machine, which he experimented with in his free time, before ultimately leaving to focus on the development of STUD-IO full time.

Scott studies and practices film, music, architecture, and computer science—in other words: “making things”. He enjoys composing for the guitar, producing videos and animations, and experimenting with software development and fabrication research.

For the past several years, Scott and his wife Brenna, their son James, their daughter Frankie, and their golden retriever Lou, have lived a modern nomadic lifestyle, living in various cities across the US including: Boston, Massachusetts; Laguna Beach, California; Austin, Texas; and Tulsa, Oklahoma (where Scott was born and raised). Scott and his family currently live in Tulsa.

Embarking on a two+ decade journey in industrialized construction, Dave's career has been defined by a passion for pioneering offsite construction methods and a talent for generating compelling content on the Dave Cooper LIVE platform, showcasing those driving transformation within the built environment. Dave's role as an Industry Consultant has allowed him to share insights on a global scale through keynote speaking and hosting exclusive networking events. Anchoring the Dave Cooper LIVE Show and broadcasting LIVE on Location events underline his skill in content creation and community building within the AEC and Real Estate Development community.

Dave's mission is to facilitate the transition of builders, investors, architects, engineers and developers towards smarter, more efficient, sustainable building practices. By leveraging his expertise in modular construction and his knack for demystifying complex industry topics, Dave aims to influence the built environment positively. The Dave Cooper LIVE's team has conducted over 3000 interviews with leading industry experts, most of which are shared freely fostering a spirit of continuous learning and information sharing. They believe they can learn from each other’s failures, build on each other’s successes and together, Build It Better.

Offsite Construction / Builder for over 20+ years.
US Army Veteran - Combat Medic
9/11 Survivor and Rescue Worker

David is the Founder & Managing Director for Bernardino Enterprises, LLC. For over twenty-five years, David has led brands and driven growth across various sectors, including building materials, home building, consumer packaged goods, consumer healthcare, advertising, management consulting, and non-profit, serving organizations such as:
- Procter & Gamble
- Merck
- Pinnacle Foods
- Samsung
- Ammunition
- Deloitte

His work has spanned organisations ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 100 and in geographies ranging from North America to the BRIC countries. In addition to his business endeavors, David serves in various leadership positions:
- Corporate Trustee: National Association of Home Builders' Leading Suppliers Council
- Member of the Board of Directors: National Association of Home Builders
- Member of the Board of Directors: She Built Foundation (www.shebuilt.org)
- Advisor: The Free Spirits Company (www.drinkfreespirits.com)
- Advisor: MamaP (www.mamap.life)
- Strategic Advisor: TrueVista (www.truevistavr.com)

David is also a frequent speaker at industry events such as the International Builders' Show and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show. 

Outside of work, David spends much of his time shuttling his two, very active, athletic sons between various sporting events. And in some instances, he may be operating the scoreboard or doing the team stats.

Jim Gabriel is the President and CEO of MODLOGIQ, Inc. and DESIGN LOGIQ, based in New Holland, Pennsylvania.

As a 30-year pioneering leader in the modular construction industry, he drives innovation, sustainability, and efficiency in offsite construction building practices, with strategic vision and expertise necessary to revolutionize the construction sector, helping to shape the future of architectural design and development.

His commitment to modular construction solutions reflects a deep understanding of the evolving landscape of healthcare delivery, affordable housing and infrastructure demands, positioning MODLOGIQ as a leader in the industry.

Jim graduated from Indian University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Marketing and Business Management.

Kent Ridgley is the Director of Operations at M3 Components, bringing a wealth of experience of over 25 years in K-12, medical, industrial, civil, manufacturing, and commercial construction industries. He is passionate about leading the evolution of construction and fostering continuous improvement to uplift people. Kent excels at leading process improvements, driving efficiencies, and reducing operating costs. He has demonstrated a history of success in team building, culture development, and coaching.

As a dedicated construction and engineering professional, Kent loves building great things and constantly strives to elevate people, communities, and the construction industry. Despite his extensive experience, he remains enthusiastic about learning new ways to boost project success and positively impact the industry. His skills in leading process improvements, driving efficiencies, and reducing operating costs are complemented by his talent for team building and fostering a collaborative culture of innovation. Kent is particularly passionate about manufacturing and lean practices.

Mark III's mission is to lead the evolution of construction by simplifying the execution of complex projects. The goal is to create genuine productivity improvements in an industry that has seen stagnant progress for decades.

To truly advance the industry and ensure productivity gains, Kent believes it is essential to stop viewing projects as isolated entities. Instead, the focus should be on repeatable units that lend themselves to standardization and implementing industrialized construction.

Greg Dettwiler, originally from Brisbane, Australia, began his career with an apprenticeship at Queensland Master Builders Association, earning his general contractor’s license by age 25. He quickly gained recognition by building award-winning custom homes and became the youngest member of the Master Builders of Australia. After moving to the Sunshine Coast, Greg founded Dettwiler Property Group, expanding into the USA and Southeast Asia.  

In 2004, he acquired the Master Franchise rights for G.J. Gardner Homes in California, successfully expanding the brand across multiple U.S. states. Despite challenges during the Global Financial Crisis, the franchise thrived under his leadership, becoming a top U.S. builder. After selling the rights in 2020, Greg facilitated the transition and now serves as Head of Strategic Partnerships for canibuild in North America. He also manages rental properties in the U.S. and Australia.  

Outside of work, Greg is an avid motorcyclist who has competed in pro motocross and enduro races. His next challenge is a 100-mile desert race in Southern California. He currently resides in Huntington Beach, California.

Nick Coubray, CEO of Howick, is the driver in the company’s pursuit of innovation. He is the third generation of the Coubrays to champion this family-owned business and has been involved in framing technology and industry development since his late teens.

After earning his stripes on the shop floor assembling machines, Nick went on to head Howick’s UK office for seven years, laying the groundwork which established the UK & Europe as Howick’s largest export markets. He has also spent significant time with US-based customers, and has taken the lead in a number of collaborative R&D projects, which eventually became customer feedback led standard features across the industry.

Nick has developed a deep understanding of the global construction industry and technology across Howick’s global user base - from simple construction projects to high-tech installations. His focus now is on driving Howick's team to continue to evolve technologies for better building and in advocating for more efficient and sustainable construction practices throughout the industry.

Nick lives with his wife and three children in Auckland, New Zealand. When he is not busy with family life and supporting his children’s activities, Nick likes to experiment with various creations using his 3D printer.