Contact | Mike Kapin

Interested in discussing HVAC education, AI integration for technical training, or EdTech innovation? I'm always open to connecting with fellow educators, industry professionals, and technology enthusiasts.

Contact Information

📧 Professional Inquiries

Email: m_kapin@outlook.com

For professional collaborations, consulting inquiries, EdTech projects, and independent venture discussions.

🏫 Fanshawe College Inquiries

Email: m_kapin@fanshawec.ca

For Fanshawe College program inquiries, student questions, and institutional matters only.

🚀 LARK Labs

Email: lark_labs@outlook.com

Website: www.larklabs.org

For LARK Labs platform inquiries, AI-powered educational tools, and independent EdTech projects.

📞 Contact Preference Note

Email is preferred for all professional inquiries to ensure proper documentation and thoughtful responses. This allows me to provide detailed, accurate information and maintain clear records of our communications.

Please use the appropriate email address based on the nature of your inquiry:

m_kapin@outlook.com - Independent projects, consulting, EdTech collaboration
m_kapin@fanshawec.ca - Fanshawe College programs and institutional matters

Areas of Interest

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Educational Consulting

HVAC program development, curriculum design, TSSA compliance, apprenticeship coordination

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AI Integration

Custom AI tool development, MCP server implementation, educational automation systems

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EdTech Development

Educational platform design, learning management integration, assessment automation

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Skilled Trades Technology

Technical education innovation, HVAC training tools, certification preparation systems

Collaboration Opportunities

What I Can Offer

HVAC Education Expertise: 20+ years industry experience, 10+ years teaching, TSSA G2 certified
AI Integration Consulting: Custom educational tool development, workflow automation, MCP server architecture
Curriculum Development: Complete curriculum design, assessment creation, compliance alignment
Technical Training: AI integration workshops, educational technology best practices, skilled trades education
Platform Development: Custom learning platforms, educational application design, scalable EdTech solutions

Potential Projects

I'm particularly interested in projects that involve:

AI-powered educational tools for skilled trades and technical education
Automated assessment and curriculum generation systems
Custom MCP server development for domain-specific knowledge
Educational platform architecture and implementation
HVAC certification preparation systems and training tools
Integration of AI into existing educational systems
Consulting on educational technology strategy and implementation

Professional Networks

Industry Connections

Active member of the HVAC and educational technology communities with connections to:

Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute (HRAI)
Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)
Canadian community colleges and technical education institutions
HVAC equipment manufacturers and suppliers
Educational technology developers and innovators
AI integration and automation communities

Response Times

What to Expect

I typically respond to professional inquiries within 24-48 hours during business days (Monday-Friday). For Fanshawe College institutional matters, responses follow institutional communication policies.

Please note: I maintain clear boundaries between personal time and professional commitments. All independent project work and consulting occurs outside of institutional employment hours.

🔔 Professional Boundaries

Clear Separation: When contacting me about LARK Labs, independent consulting, or EdTech collaboration, please use my personal email (m_kapin@outlook.com). This maintains clear separation between independent ventures and institutional employment.

Institutional Matters: For Fanshawe College program inquiries, student questions, or institutional business, please use my institutional email (m_kapin@fanshawec.ca).

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