NORAL FORD

15655 STAMFORD, LIVONIA MI, 48154 734-516-8134 fordnoral@sbcglobal.net

Summary of Qualifications
Over thirty years in the fields of vocational education, interior design and construction technology allow me to bring a wealth of experience to the sustainability and process improvement fields. Conservation and energy efficiency have always held priority in design, project execution, training others and in my personal life. Finding solutions for unique or complex problems continue to bring a sense of satisfaction, while building a cohesive team is always a vital part of my professional endeavors. There have been some great opportunities to help students grasp concepts by collaborating with colleagues to combine academic disciplines with current building projects. Current course work focuses on improving processes and advanced issues of sustainability and renewable energy.

Project Involvement
Designing and building complex projects incorporating multiple systems, has developed my expertise in the residential and light commercial construction industry. High school construction education with hands on has been my focus the past eleven years. (Students actually build the homes). The self-written curriculum covers design, estimating and building techniques including the mechanical trades integrating green building and renewable energy components. Past experience includes high-end kitchen and bathroom projects beginning from the design phase, then coordinated through completion.

Certifications and Training

o Utilized the Brain-Based Learning Approach o Taught using the Black Board Configuration (BBC, Loraine Monroe Academy) o Hold NKBA certifications in kitchen and bathroom design. (CKD, CBD) o Trained in interior design (NCIDQ) and universal design. o Trained in 20/20 and Softplan architectural design software o Expertise in project estimating and green building techniques

o Participate in Renewable Energy World and Inter-Solar 2014 (subscriber/participant)

Work History
Building Trades Instructor, 11 years o Teach Building and Electronics for Garden City Public Schools (current) o Inkster High school and Inkster Vocational Academy, Inkster Public Schools o Specialized Vocational Services (Detroit Public Schools) o Ferndale Public Schools (Adult Education Program) Designer, Project Coordinator, 12 years o Expo Design Center, The Home Depot Corporation o Kitchen Suppliers Incorporated o Woodland Kitchen and Bath Construction Experience, 12 years o Built as independent contractor and sub-contractor (including green and passive solar) o Designed and sold as Kitchen and Bath Specialist o Provided custom millwork o Estimated and expedited large projects (Contract Sales) Retail Management, 3 years o Supervised up to eight employees o Maintained sales and inventory targets

Education
o Eastern Michigan University, University of Washington o DeVry University, currently. Sustainability Management (2014 Graduate)

Community Involvement
o Taught Sunday School for ages 14-18, more than 30 years o Led youth as sponsor for middle and High school youth, 25 years o Sought as construction consultant/trainer for short term mission trips and events o Led as the Cub Scout pack leader; live still like a Boy Scout/Explorer Scout