Type Of Business:
Facility maintenance and engineering services company
Marketing Area:
North America
Expertise:
Energy solution models; New technology
Major Product/SVS:
Facility maintenance and engineering services
Favorite Business Publication:
Journal, Association for Facilities Engineering; ASHRAE Journal, American Society of Heating
Hobbies/Sports:
Collecting old and rare science and engineering books and periodicals; Albert Einstein; Writing; Ice skating; Skiing; Watching his children play college and high school sports
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Electronic Design Engineering (1978); Coursework, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Coursework, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Coursework, Bristol Community College; Coursework, Bunker Hill Community College
Affiliations Awards:
National Board of Directors, Treasurer and Vice Chair, Association for Facilities Engineering; United Inventors Association; American Inventors Association of MIT; American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc., Association of Energy Engineers; U.S. Green Building Council
Place of Birth:
Winchester, Massachusetts
Industry:
Energy Engineering
State/Country of Origin:
United States
Children's Names:
Melynee Victoria, Wayne Paul Jr.
Date of Distinction:
6/13/2011
Career Achievements:
Inventor, United States Patent No 4,234,874, One of the first wireless alarm systems incorporating frequency-hopping (jam proofing) technology; Author: "The Art of Understanding Your Building's Personality"
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
With an early career background in electronic design engineering, Wayne uses an analytical approach to problem solving, continuously thinking outside the box. His philosophy promotes the premise that clients want answers, not book recitals.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
In the 1970s, he was privileged to be a part of a science communications project at the Massachsetts Institute of Technology, where he worked on frequency-hopping techniques later used for use in a now discontinued government project called MILSTAR. Although he studied under professor Dick Adler, a genius in his own right, his admiration and loyalty was dedicated to professor and MIT president Jerome (Jerry) Weisner. In 1980, he received his first U.S. Patent, No 4,234,874; that incorporated frequency-hopping technology, which made an alarm or security signal virtually jam proof.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
I'm not so interested in how I would like to be remembered, as much as I am hopeful I can contribute enough to make up for my shortfalls.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
There are no problems in the world, just opportunities that require exploration.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Albert Einstein
Expanded Biography:
Mr. Saya is a patented electronic design engineer and published author with more than 30 years of all around building operations and facilities engineering experience. He is a certified plant engineer instructor for the HVAC, mechanical, and environmental disciplines, as well as a certified plant maintenance manager course instructor for the Association for Facilities Engineering.
Spouse's Name:
Nancy Ospina
Charity:
Volunteer, USA Gymnastics; Volunteer, Special Olympics; Vice Chair of Finance, AFE Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
6
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his faith, encouragement from his wife, love from his children, and continued support from his 93-year-old father. He believes building long-term and trusting relationships with fellow peers creates success.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through a natural progression of opportunities.
Extended Bio Profile:
In 1992 as a regional engineering director for the Ritz-Carlton hotel company, Mr. Saya was principal author of the company’s energy management plan, used for the 1992 Malcom Baldrige Quality Award. In 2008, he set-up the ‘real-time’ energy tracking & trending program for the Government Accountability Office in Washington, DC; recognized as first in the Country ‘real-time’ energy program for a U.S. Government building. He has also set-up similar programs for the 3.8 million sq ft facilities of the International Monetary Fund, also in Washington, DC, and at the largest Internal Revenue Service (IRS) facility in the Country, in Martinsburg, West Virginia.
Currently, Mr. Saya is a member of the High-Performance Building Congressional Caucus Coalition (HPBCCC), a private sector coalition providing guidance and support to the High-Performance Buildings Caucus of the U.S. Congress. The HPBCCC work’s with the Congressional Caucus to promote and showcase best practices in building design and focus on issues reflecting all aspects of high-performance buildings. During 2009 and 2010, he participated with members of the HPBCCC and Congressional Caucus developing the “Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act of 2010,” a bill which calls for professional training and credentialing of all federal building personnel. The bill directs the General Services Administration — in consultation with industry associations and others — to identify core competencies, professional certifications, a recommended curriculum and continuing education courses to ensure that federal buildings are operated in accordance with industry best practices and standards. The Act was signed into law by President Obama in December of 2010.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Directing energy and sustainability within the North American market; Managing strategic energy accounts including the Government Accountability Office, the Internal Revenue Service facilities in West Virginia and Texas, and the International Monetary Fund headquarters in Washington, DC; Writing technical proposals; Analyzing problem buildings; Determining energy solutions
Education Certifications:
Certified Plant Engineer; Certified Plant Maintenance Manager; Master Electronic Technician; Second Class Fireman's License; Refrigeration HVAC License, National Certified Electronic Alarm Specialist
Awards/Honors:
Recipient, National Clean Air Award, National Air Filtration Association (2006); Peer Award, Massachusetts Committee (1992); Recognition Award, Governor Cuomo (1985)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Saya intends to continue enhancing the energy services division of UGL Services North America.