Episode 60: The Code Council's Past, Present and Future

Episode 60: The Code Council's Past, Present and Future

Author: International Code Council: Non-profit, building codes November 13, 2024 Duration: 50:35

In this bonus 30th anniversary episode of the ICC Pulse Podcast, we sat down with three influential leaders in the building safety industry to explore the history of the Code Council, advice for growth and success in the industry and the evolving landscape of building safety. 

Recorded live at the 2024 International Code Council Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA, this episode features insights from industry professionals who have shaped the building safety industry in the past, are driving impactful initiatives in the present day and whose work will help define the industry's future. 

 

Guests on the show: 

  • Gerry Jones, retired code official and engineer with over 40 years of dedication to the building safety industry 

  • Pete Roque, National Director of Code Enforcement at 4Leaf, Inc. 

  • Serena Locke, Permit Technician at Jackson County, Oregon 

Links to related and referenced topics in this episode: 

  • View the Code Council's history timeline. 

  • Learn more about Code Council certifications.  

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Each month, the ICC Pulse Podcast connects you directly to the conversations shaping our built environment. Produced by the non-profit International Code Council, this series goes beyond the technical text of building codes to explore the people, ideas, and innovations driving safety forward. You’ll hear unscripted discussions with engineers, researchers, and policymakers who are on the ground, tackling everything from evolving construction materials and smart city technology to the practical implications of major regulatory updates. It’s less a formal lecture and more a chance to listen in as leading experts parse the latest developments, making complex topics accessible and relevant. Whether you're a seasoned professional in the building safety industry or simply curious about how codes affect the structures we live and work in, this podcast provides a clear, authoritative voice in a field that touches everyone. Tune in monthly for these insightful interviews that cut through the noise and get to the heart of how we build a more resilient future.
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