Mark Owens, Director of Facilities and Energy Management
Southern Illinois University | [email protected]
Mark brings over 15 years of diverse experience to his role as Director of Facilities and Energy Management at Southern Illinois University, where he assumed the position in 2021 after serving as the Director of Facilities for Greenville University for over a decade. With a background spanning facility management, environmental compliance, property management, and construction, Mark excels in overseeing capital projects, managing facilities, and navigating budgets. He holds an M.B.A. from Greenville University and a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Illinois State University, along with various industry certifications. Mark’s strategic leadership and commitment to efficiency drive his efforts to optimize facility operations and promote sustainability
Tracey A. Campbell, CEFP, Facilities Manager
Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center | [email protected]
Tracey has been involved in Facilities Management for more than 12 years. Her higher education career started at the College of Lake County, where she was the Events/Facilities Coordinator before being promoted to the Facilities Business Analyst. From there she worked at The Morton Arboretum where she led a team that maintained more than 300,000 square feet of buildings and 1700 acres of land. Lake Forest College used her years of experience with technology and communication to manage projects, budgets and implement new tools to enhance the department.
Her most recent career move to Facilities Manager at the Lake County Health Department shows that she is dedicated to FM and has found the ideal environment to share her experience. As a life-long learner with more than 25 years of experience in technology, marketing & graphic design as well as commercial printing/publishing and trade show management; her diverse skill set brings expertise, creativity and innovative thinking to her role at Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center.
Tom Viel, MBA, MPH, Director of Physical Plant
Northern Illinois University | [email protected]
Tom Viel is the Director of Physical Plant at Northern Illinois University. In this role Tom is responsible for utilities procurement and reporting, building maintenance & repairs, small project implementation, as well as heating and chilled water plants. Tom has previously held administrative positions at Beloit College, Village of Lake in the Hills, Rock Valley College, UW-Milwaukee, SIU-Edwardsville and The Habitat Company.
Tom holds a bachelor’s degree from Western Illinois University, an MPH from Benedictine University and an MBA from UW-Milwaukee.
Steve Paul, Director of Special Projects & Job Order Contracting
Core Construction | [email protected]
Steve Paul brings over 23 years of experience in the construction industry to his role as Director of Job Order Contracting at CORE Construction. Known for his hands-on approach, Steve leverages his broad expertise to lead projects with a focus on exceeding schedule and budget expectations while delivering exceptional client service. His leadership skills and industry knowledge ensure successful project outcomes and high client satisfaction.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Engineering Technology from Purdue University .