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ICC Code Council Board Names Weiland CEO
The International Code Council Board of Directors promoted Chief Operating Officer Rick Weiland to the position of chief executive officer. Weiland succeeds James Lee Witt.
“After a comprehensive, nationwide search that started with more than 100 applicants, Rick Weiland was our choice to lead the administration of the International Code Council,” said Board President Henry Green.
“I am sure I am joined by all members of the NAHB Construction Codes and Standards Committee, the National Vice Presidents and the members of Energy and Environmental Issues committees in congratulating Rick on his appointment,” said Dwight “Sunny’ Richardson of Richardson Home Builders Inc. in Tuscaloosa, Ala. “We look forward to working with him and with the other members of the ICC in accomplishing the purpose of the I-codes to as we endeavor to safeguard the safety, health and general welfare of our citizens while maintaining the affordability of our nation’s housing.”
Weiland worked as a regional director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, state director and senior advisor to former U.S. Sen. Tom Daschle, and as a state director for AARP.
“Obviously, I am very pleased with the board’s decision and ready to tackle the challenge of leading the International Code Council,” Weiland said. “I will continue to reach out to members and stakeholders to ensure their voices are heard as we move forward.”
As COO for the past three years, Weiland played a key role in expanding and enhancing ICC’s communications, customer service and relationships with other safety and standards organizations.
Weiland has held jobs in disaster recovery and prevention and federal policy creation and implementation, been involved in economic development initiatives, and worked with state and local governments to build disaster-resistant communities in a six-state region.
The International Code Council, a membership association dedicated to building safety and fire prevention, develops the codes used to construct residential and commercial buildings, including homes and schools. Most U.S. cities, counties and states that adopt codes choose the International Codes developed by the International Code Council.
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