What’s New

Saturday, October 19 | 7 am–3 pm

WICED/PTN/ICC Day of Service Volunteer Outing

Women in Code Enforcement Development (WICED), PermitTechNation (PTN), and the International Code Council (ICC) will offer a Day of Service when conference participants can give back to the local community. Volunteers are needed to assist the Century Villages of Cabrillo (CVC), in partnership with Habitat for Humanity for Los Angeles (HFHLA), with two exciting projects:

• build two playhouses for the children affected by homelessness (spots have been filled)
• beautification project of their Veterans’ family campus community – Sign Up Today!

All volunteers will earn 0.7 ICC CEUs. Bus transportation, lunch and a special volunteer t-shirt will be provided.

Sunday, October 20 | 11 am–Noon

ICC/NCARB/AIAS Student Design Competition Jury Review

Conference attendees are invited to watch finalists present their submissions for this inaugural design competition sponsored by the International Code Council (ICC), National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS). Three finalists will present to a jury, describing their methodology and innovative approach to designing a solution in compliance with the International Residential Code.

Sunday, October 20 | 3–7 pm
Monday, October 21 | 2–7 pm

Expo Talks Sponsored by  

Expo Talks offer attendees the opportunity to learn the latest and greatest in building safety technology in quick hit 30-minute presentations taking place in the Expo hall. Each session will be worth .05 ICC CEUs. View the Expo Talks schedule.

Career Zone

Visit the new Career Zone inside the Expo hall for a free professional profile portrait, have your resume reviewed by an expert, view the latest job openings and get tips on how to advance your career. Stop by during Expo hours.

Sunday, October 20 – Tuesday, October 22

Off-Site Construction Experience

There is so much excitement around off-site construction that we couldn’t contain it and had to give it special recognition with events that highlight this important building solution: ReMo Homes factory tour, panel discussions and a focused education track. Learn more.

Sunday, October 20 | 7–10 pm

Welcome to Long Beach

Sponsored by    

Enjoy an evening of food and fun, brought to you by the Host Chapters, California Building Officials (CALBO) and California Fire Prevention Officers. Welcome to Long Beach!

Monday, October 21 | 8–12:30 pm

Looking Forward: Building Industry Leaders Share Their Insights on the Next 30 Years

Taking place between the Opening Session and Annual Business Meeting, this panel features executives who have played a pivotal role in shaping the building industry. These influential leaders will share their insights on what they see on the horizon for the industry. The panelists are:

• Sandra Benson, Vice President of Industry Transformation, Procore Technologies, Inc. (Moderator)
• Dominic Sims, CBO, Chief Executive Officer, International Code Council
• Jim Tobin, Chief Executive Officer, National Association of Home Builders
• Henry Chamberlain, President & Chief Operating Officer, BOMA International
• Lakisha Woods, Chief Executive Officer, American Institute of Architects
• Jeff Littleton, EVP/Chief Staff Officer, ASHRAE
• George K. Guszcza, President & Chief Executive Officer, National Institute of Building Sciences
• Nicholas Hill, Chief Executive, Building Officials Institute of New Zealand

Participants will earn 0.2 CEUs for the Annual Business Meeting.

Tuesday, October 22 | 8–10 am

ICC Talks: Inspiration and Innovation

New this year, ICC Talks is a plenary session that inspires and reinvigorates. Keynote speaker Victoria Arlen, ESPN host and author, will share her experiences as a Paralympic Gold Medalist and motivate us to reach further and overcome our obstacles. Following the keynote address, a panel of experts from across the building industry share their perspectives on off-site construction and the challenges and opportunities it presents. The panelists are:

• Ryan Colker, Vice President, Innovation, International Code Council (Moderator)
• Jeff Brown, State Building Codes Office Director, Div. of Building and Fire Regulation, VA Dept. of Housing and Community Development
• Helena Lidelöw, Chief of Technology, Volumetric Building Companies
• Solomon Greene, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, HUD (invited)
• Ken Semler, Chair, Building Systems Councils, National Association of Homebuilders; President, Impresa Modular

Participants will earn 0.2 CEUs.

Tuesday, October 22 | 9 am–2 pm

“I built this!”

The International Code Council will partner with ConstructReach, a construction industry workforce development initiative and consultancy, to host this work-based learning event in the exhibit hall. Students will participate in hands-on activities and interactive demos led by construction professionals as well as get the opportunity to discuss career pathways with industry experts. Volunteers are needed to lead student groups, set up/break down materials, distribute PPE, assemble gift bags and more. If you are interested in volunteering, click here.

Wednesday, October 23 | Noon–1 pm

Coalition for Current Safety Codes

The Coalition for Current Safety Codes (CCSC) was founded by the International Code Council and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and is aimed at advancing safety by advocating for the adoption of current building, sustainability, electrical and life safety codes. The CCSC meets monthly, virtually, this will be the first in person meeting of the organization.

Wednesday, October 23 | Noon–1 pm

Hearings 101: Overview of ICC Code Development Process & Introduction to Committee Action Hearings

This short educational session is designed for those new to the ICC code development process. It will provide a general overview of the process for updating the International Codes every three years, review the differences between the codes and standards development processes, and prepare attendees to observe and participate in the Committee Action Hearings that will begin at 1 p.m. The speakers are:

• Russ Manning, Senior Vice President of Technical Services, International Code Council
• Shirley Ellis, Building Official for the City of Gonzales, Texas
• Eirene Knott, MCP, CBO, CFM, Director of Code Services, BRR Architecture, INC.

Participants will earn 0.1 CEUs.

Wednesday, October 23 | 1–2:30 pm

A Look Back at the Drafting of the I-Codes

Today the International Codes (I-Codes) are the most widely used and adopted building safety codes in the world. But, that was not always the case. Moderator Dominic Sims will welcome a panel of several former staff experts and legends as they recount the history of the creation of the U.S. national model codes system and its expansion globally. Hear firsthand from those who were there as they share lessons learned and stories about this impactful suite of codes The panelists include:

• Tom Frost, former Senior Vice President, Technical Services, International Code Council
• Mike Pfeiffer, former Senior Vice President, Technical Services, International Code Council
• Rick Okawa, former Deputy Vice President, Global Services and Business Development, International Code Council
• Paul Armstrong, Western Regional Manager, American Wood Council and former Vice President, A&E Services, International Code Council

Participants will earn 0.15 CEUs.