Michael Pousson, the Assistant General Manager of Benson Tower, earned the LEED Accredited Professional Interior Design + Construction credential in June and the LEED Accredited Professional Operations + Maintenance in October. Michael earned these credentials through his work with Benson Tower which was awarded LEED® Certification this year.

The credential affirms Michael’s advanced knowledge in green building as well as his expertise in a particular LEED rating systems. Michael has the following specialties that encompass the full lifecycle of commercial buildings:

LEED AP Building Design + Construction (LEED AP BD+C)

The LEED AP BD+C credential suits professionals with expertise in the design and construction phases of green buildings serving the commercial, residential, education and healthcare sectors. The specialty denotes practical knowledge in the LEED for New Construction, LEED for Schools and LEED for Core and Shell rating systems.

LEED AP Interior Design + Construction (LEED AP ID+C)

The LEED AP ID+C credential provides a standard for professionals participating in the design and construction of environmentally responsible, high-performance commercial spaces and tenant improvements. The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) created this specialty credential to denote practical knowledge of the Green Interior Design + Construction LEED rating system: LEED for Commercial Interiors.

LEED AP Operations + Maintenance (LEED AP O+M)

The LEED AP O+M credential distinguishes professionals participating in the operation and maintenance of existing buildings that implement sustainable practices and reduce the environmental impact of a building over its functional life cycle. The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) created this specialty credential to denote practical knowledge of the Green Building Operations + Maintenance LEED rating system: LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance.

Please call Michael at 504-493-6760 to learn how his LEED credentials can help you.