Meet The Board
Our Board of Governors
2023-2024
Mitchell Rohrer, P.Eng.
Chapter President
Mitchell has been involved in the chapter since 2016, joining as Chapter Technology Transfer (CTTC) Co-Chair. In 2021, he received the ASHRAE Society Dan Mills Chapter Programs Award, which recognizes excellence in ASHRAE chapter program endeavors specific to CTTC for all of ASHRAE.
Mitchell has over eight years of industry experience, working in various roles relating to the HVAC equipment solutions line of business. He is currently an Account Executive at Johnson Controls supporting building owners, consultants and mechanical contractors.
Company: Johnson Controls Canada
Education: McMaster University, Mechanical Engineering & Management (2010 – 2015)
Interests: Hockey, Running, Strength Training, Golfing
Committee History: Chapter Technology Transfer
Aaron Besseling, C.Tech
Chapter President-Elect
Aaron has been involved in the chapter since 2015 and held various positions in the Chapter since then. He is a project manager at Besseling Mechanical Inc.
Company: Besseling Mechanical Inc
Education: Fanshawe College, Construction Engineering (2009 – 2012)
Interests: Golf and running………after my kids
Committee History: Chapter Technology Transfer, Young Engineers in ASHRAE, Student Activities
Stan Holko, P.Eng.
Chapter Secretary
Stan has been involved in the chapter since 2018, where he has held the role of chapter Secretary. He is currently a project manager at Westinghouse
Company: Westinghouse Electric Company
Education: University of Waterloo, Mechanical Engineering (1997 – 2003)
Interests: Travel, Camping, Baseball
Committee History: Membership Promotion, Chapter Technology Transfer (Refrigeration)
Reaz Usmanali
Chapter Treasurer
Reaz has been involved in the chapter since 2009, starting as Chapter Research Promotion Chair. He has served in various roles including Chapter President (2012 – 2014), – In 2018, he earned the recognition of the Chapter Service Award for dedication and commitment as a chapter member.
He is currently an Account Executive at Johnson Controls.
Company: Johnson Controls Canada
Education: University of Guyana, Electrical Engineering (1987 – 1992)
Interests: Cricket, Travel
Committee History: Research Promotion, Chapter Technology Transfer, Membership Promotion
Iain Hill
Chapter Past-President (2018 - 2020)
Iain has been involved in the chapter since 2009, where he started as Secretary. He has also served as Hamilton Chapter Regional Conference (2015) Photographer and Chapter Treasurer. In 2020, after completing his term as Chapter President, he earned the recognition of the Chapter Service Award for dedication and commitment as a chapter member.
He is currently an Account Executive at Johnson Controls.
Company: Johnson Controls Canada
Interests: Flying, Craft Beer
Committee History: Membership Promotion, Research Promotion
WHAT WE DO
About the Board
The above members contribute to the success of the Hamilton Chapter as elected chapter officers forming the Board of Governors. The Board of Governors of the Hamilton Chapter are responsible for managing the affairs of the chapter including: budget, oversight, support for the committees, leadership, and achieving targeted goals; all in accordance with the bylaws of the Society and the chapter.
Please feel free to contact a chapter officer if you have questions, comments, or you are interested in participating with the chapter.
