Nora S

Nora Swanson

Director, Innovation & Knowledge Management
JB&B

Nora Swanson joined JB&B in 2023 as Director of Innovation and Knowledge Management, bringing over two decades of experience in the AEC industry. A curious engineer at heart, Nora is passionate about the intersection of technology and the human experience.

With a background as a mechanical engineer, project manager, and Director of Design Technologies, she empowers innovation through creative problem-solving, emerging technology adoption, workflow optimization, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Since joining JB&B, she has established an Innovation Team, launched a new intranet and learning management system, and spearheaded in-house AI development.

She has been recognized as a “40 Under 40” industry leader and named an Outstanding Woman in Technology by Crain’s. Nora holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Villanova University—where she was also a proud member of the Dance Team—and is a licensed Professional Engineer, LEED Accredited Professional, and Certified SmartScore and WiredScore Accredited Professional.

Sessions

Data-Driven Power Plays: How AEC Leaders Are Building AI-Ready Firms

Featuring Nora Swanson, David Harwood, P.E., P.Eng., Shawn Weekly, Reg Prentice at 10:30 AM on Monday, October 6th.

AI is only as powerful as the data behind it. Hear trailblazing AEC leaders share how they turned data management from a back-office task into a strategic advantage. Learn how owning and optimizing your project data can unlock real business value, reduce risk, and fuel innovation, and get practical strategies and lessons from firms already…