About the Author
Lawrence C. Novak, S.E., F.SEI, CERT, LEED AP, is the chief structural engineer in the Codes and Standards Development division in the International Code Council’s Central Regional Office. Novak has over 35 years of experience supporting the advancement of codes and standards. In his free time, Larry enjoys presenting exciting interactive presentations to students of all ages, to bring structural concepts to life with the goal to inspire the next generation of young minds to achieve new heights.