Karen Jalon is the Vice President, Sustainability, Energy & Smart Technology at Cadillac Fairview. Karen has 15+ years of experience as an award-winning pioneer in sustainability and innovation with deep experience in international sustainability standards, global benchmarks, and developing and executing strategies and innovative projects within large corporate environments. Amongst her other corporate involvements, she is one of the original members of the Ontario Pension Plan’s Sustainable Investment Committee. Prior to joining Cadillac Fairview, Karen held positions in electrical design, commercial real estate development & construction as well as sustainability policy development. Karen holds Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering from Queen’s University and is a LEED Accredited Professional.