Designing Resilient Building Envelopes for Cold Storage Facilities  

Austin Lesher has over six years of experience in the building materials industry, spanning both manufacturing and contractor roles. He holds a B.S. in Communication Studies and Business from Texas Christian University and a Master’s in Business from Lebanon Valley College, specializing in supply chain logistics. He works cross-functionally with architects, consultants, contractors, and R&D teams to align design intent with high-performance roofing and building envelope systems, with a specialization in cold storage focused on thermal performance, moisture management, and long-term durability.

Heather Paschal, CCS, CDT, is a Design Services Manager at Henry, a Carlisle Company. She has a degree in architecture and over 20 years of experience in building envelope design and construction. She holds Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) and Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) credentials through CSI and leads a team responsible for developing standard architectural details, specifications, and technical resources. Her work focuses on bridging design intent and constructability by translating complex system requirements for blindside waterproofing, post‑applied and above‑grade waterproofing, and air and vapor barrier systems into clear, practical documentation to support performance, code compliance, and long‑term durability.