{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EP151 Emerging Leaders, Real Talk: The Future of HERS\u00ae Starts Here (March 2026)","description":"QUOTES from the episode: \u201cYou can\u2019t fix what you didn\u2019t catch early. Thoroughness upfront saves everything downstream.\u201d \u201cIt\u2019s a young industry. That\u2019s what makes it exciting, we\u2019re still shaping what it becomes.\u201d \u201cIf you don\u2019t have a reason for being in this work, it\u2019s going to be hard to stay in it.\u201d In this episode of RESTalk, Bill sits down with 2026 Emerging Leader Fellows Courtney Holland and Hayden Cantoni fresh off their experience at the RESNET\u00ae Conference. Both guests share how they found their way into the HERS\u00ae and building performance industry, often unexpectedly, and what has kept them engaged ever since. From fieldwork to modeling, their stories highlight a career path that blends purpose, technical skill, and variety. Courtney and Hayden reflect on what accelerates learning in the field, the importance of mentorship, and the real-world challenges of tasks such as ventilation verification and HVAC grading. They also offer honest insights into early mistakes, emphasizing the importance of thorough inspections, documentation, and speaking up when something is off. Their perspectives reveal a maturing industry that still has room to improve in training pathways and awareness. Looking ahead, both see a future where HERS\u00ae ratings become standard practice in homebuilding, not a premium add-on. They make a compelling case for why new talent is critical to that future, bringing fresh ideas and energy to a still-evolving field. Whether motivated by sustainability, health, or hands-on work, their message is clear: this is an industry worth paying attention to. Hayden\u2019s LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/haydencantoni\/ Courtney\u2019s bio: https:\/\/southern-energy.com\/celebrating-women-in-construction\/#courtney-foulis RESNET\u2019s\u00ae announcement: 2026 Emerging Leaders Fellow: https:\/\/www.resnet.us\/articles\/resnet-announces-the-2026-emerging-leader-fellows\/   To the RESNET\u00ae community, we hear you and want to engage with you. Learn more at www.RESNET.us. For more info on this topic, contact RESNET at INFO@RESNET.US   ","author_name":"RESTalk","author_url":"http:\/\/www.resnet.us\/","html":"