Curriculum Vitae
Carl Storms
Technology Evangelist | BIM Crusader | AECO Professional
With 25+ years of AECO experience, Carl excels in BIM and VDC, blending innovation with practicality. A curious learner of coding, automation, and AI-driven solutions, he's always eager to discuss the latest trends. Constantly exploring cutting-edge technologies and workflows, Carl shares his insights through blogging, podcasting, and speaking.
Skills and Competencies
Work Experience
Technical Success Manager
- Driving product adoption and customer success through advocacy and education.
- Equipped sales teams with industry knowledge, product demos, and strategic insights, to improve conversion rates and streamline the sales process.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of current and emerging industry platforms, creating training materials and content to inform sales strategies and product positioning.
- Oversee special projects within the organization for emerging technologies.
Solutions Consultant
- Assess client's current business processes to recommend and implement solutions and application support for client BIM workflows.
- Deliver application training to our clients, and industry-related technical presentations at seminars, workshops, conferences, user groups, both onsite and remotely. Customize training solutions where applicable.
- Act as a brand ambassador seizing opportunities to increase IMAGINiT's visibility in the AEC marketplace.
Instructor, School of Construction
- Instructor for Revit Architecture Fundamentals, Intermediate and Advanced Courses.
- Assisted with deployment of new online Distance Learning Revit Architecture Intermediate and Advanced classes, including development of schedule and outlines.
- Created new final exams for all three levels of the Revit Architectural courses.
BIM Coordinator, IFP - Calgary International Airport
- Led BIM/VDC coordination on projects, facilitating consultants, trades, and subcontractors through project phases.
- Managed 3D modeling processes for estimating, scheduling, logistics, and coordination, ensuring project-specific implementation.
- Provided project deployment support, including software setup, training, and 4D scheduling collaboration.
BIM Support Specialist
- Provided technical support and training to local model keepers, project teams, and individual users while developing and updating BIM training materials.
- Ensured consistent adherence to BIM standards and procedures, regularly auditing Revit and AutoCAD projects.
- Coordinated BIM workflows with other disciplines and consultants to maintain seamless project integration.
Architectural Technologist
- Created design, production, working, and presentation drawings.
- Assisted with building permit submissions and resolved building detail issues.
- Participated in design and production meetings.
Alberta Sales Coordinator
- Handled business development, cold calls, sales quotes, and presentations.
- Followed up on all sales and quotes in Alberta.
- Managed product deliveries and client orders across Alberta.
Design, Estimating, Marketing, CNC Operation
- Created design, shop, and installation drawings.
- Prepared presentation drawings for sales and marketing.
- Programmed and operated a 3-axis CNC for wood, veneer, and plastic parts production.
Architectural Technologist
- Created working and as-built drawings for custom homes, acreages, and major renovations.
- Worked with builders and trades to ensure accurate and timely project completion.
- Developed 3D concept models using SketchUp.
Technical Engineering and Design
- Production of I-joist floor layouts in AutoCAD.
- Engineering of beams and joists for residential homes.
- Estimation of materials needed to build flooring systems.
Technical Sales, Team Lead
- Office Management – Handled product purchasing and delivery schedules.
- International Sales – Managed sales of products and complete curved stair systems.
- Stair Design & Documentation – Created stair designs and shop drawings.
Education
Architectural Technician Diploma
2 Years of Law/Psychology Major
Technical Skills
Speaking Engagements
165+ Presentations at Conferences, Trade Shows, User Groups, Webinars and Other Industry Events
AU, BCS, BILT, bSNC, CanBIM, DBWa, DCW, HxGN, RTC & More | 2013 - Present
Volunteer Experience
Speaker Mentor, SME
Cat Caregiver
Fundraiser and Foster Host
Industry Expert
Industry Advisor for Capstone
Honor Awards
- Top Speaker (2024) - BILT Australia & New Zealand (ANZ)
- Top Speaker - Co-Speaker (2023) - Digital Built Week Americas (BILT NA) (Sean Fruin was Speaker)
- Top 3 Boardroom Roundtable Sessions (1st) (2019) - BILT North America (NA)
- Top 3 Boardroom Roundtable Sessions (2nd) Co-Speaker (2019) - BILT North America (Marcello Sgambelluir was Speaker)
- Top 3 Large Presentations (3rd) (2019) - BILT North America (NA)
- Top 10 Speaker (3rd) (2018) - BILT North America (NA)
- Top 10 Speaker (6th) (2018) - BILT Asia
- Honorable Mention for Top 10 Speaker (11th) (2017) - BILT North America (NA)
- Circle of Excellence (2017) - IMAGINiT Technologies
Certificates & Training
- Autodesk Expert Elite (2020 - Present)
- Great Demo! and Doing Discovery Practitioner (2025)
- Sandler Customer Care Course (2025)
- Sandler Bronze Certification (2024)
- Computer Programing Level 1 (ICT 710) (2019) - University of Calgary Continuing Education
- Computer Programing Level 2 (ICT 711) (2019) - University of Calgary Continuing Education
- Autodesk Certified Instructor - Silver (2019)
- Autodesk Certified Instructor (2017)
- Revit Architecture Certified Professional (2017)
- Revit MEP Certified Professional (2015)
- Revit Structure Certified Professional (2015)
- AutoCAD Certified Professional (2014)
Blogs & Podcasts
The BIMsider
Blogger (2014 - Present)
Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks
Podcast Host (2024 - Present)
The BILT Academy Podcast
Podcast Host (2020 - 2022)
BIMThoughts
Podcast Co-Host (2020 - 2022)
The Simply Complex Podcast
Podcast Co-Host (2016 - 2023)
BluePrints
Podcast Co-Host (2016 - 2019)