Shauna Serafini’s REWC achievement boosts the firm’s capabilities in exterior wall systems and building envelope solutions.

Jupiter, Fla. (March 13, 2025) – GCI Consultants announces that Senior Consultant and Expert Witness Shauna Serafini, RWC, REWC, FMPC, has earned the esteemed Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) credential from the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). This achievement presently places Shauna among an elite group of fewer than 150 professionals in the U.S. and Canada who hold this certification, reinforcing her status as a leading expert in exterior wall systems and building envelope consulting.

“Shauna’s dedication to professional growth and technical excellence is truly inspiring,” said Chris Matthews, President and Principal at GCI Consultants. “Earning the REWC credential is a testament to her deep expertise and commitment to advancing the building enclosure industry. Her knowledge will continue to benefit our clients as we deliver industry-leading solutions for their building enclosure needs.”

About the Registered Exterior Wall Consultant – REWC® Designation

The REWC designation represents one of the highest levels of expertise in exterior wall consulting. The IIBEC requirements include verifiable levels of work experience and education, high ethical standards and a satisfactory score on both the REWC and General Consultant Knowledge (GCK) exams. By achieving this milestone, Shauna has further enhanced GCI Consultants’ ability to provide innovative, high-quality solutions to architects, engineers, building owners, and contractors seeking expertise in exterior wall performance and water infiltration resistance.

Shauna Serafini, RWC and FMPC certified, excels as a Senior Consultant and Expert Witness at GCI Consultants.

About Shauna Serafini, RWC, REWC, FMPC

A member of the GCI Consultants team since 2009, Shauna specializes in exterior glazing, walls, and waterproofing systems, with a focus on design, installation, water infiltration resistance, and performance assessment. In total, she holds:

• Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) – IIBEC
• Fenestration Master (FMPC) – Fenestration & Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA)
• Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP) – Association of Energy Engineers
• LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) – Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI)
• Thermal/Infrared Thermography, Building Specific, Level 1 – The Snell Group

Throughout her career, Shauna has consulted on numerous projects across Florida. This includes providing strategic analysis, forensic evaluations, and expert guidance to owners, architects, engineers, insurers, and legal counsel. Her latest achievement underscores GCI Consultants’ commitment to excellence and solidifies its reputation as a trusted leader in building envelope consulting.

About IIBEC

The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is an association of design professionals who specialize in building enclosure projects. IIBEC members design, investigate, and manage roofing, exterior wall, and waterproofing systems and projects. IIBEC’s 3,700 members worldwide are dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and competence. They are guided by a Code of Ethics which they reaffirm on an annual basis. The IIBEC Code of Ethics holds paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public in the performance of their duties.