Ali Golabchi, PhD, PMP an entrepreneur, innovator, researcher, educator, and advisor working at the intersection of technology, research, and real-world impact. He is the Chief Technology Officer at EWI Works, Associate Director of the Construction Innovation Centre (CIC), and an Adjunct Professor and Instructor at the University of Alberta. Ali brings extensive experience leading cross-sector collaborations that drive scalable, evidence-based solutions across diverse industries. He is passionate about fostering collaboration among academia, industry, startups, and government to drive innovation that is practical, inclusive, and outcomes-focused.