This session will provide an overview of two accreditation programs that are chosen to improve the quality of work in the metal building industry. IAS accreditation attests that an organization has been assessed by a third-party accreditation body to rigorous standards to ensure their quality and make it easier for regulators to approve the companies that are designing, fabricating and assembling metal building systems. Specifically addressing questions from designers and specifiers, representatives from the International Accreditation Service (IAS), Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) and Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) will present and answer questions about the Metal Building Systems Inspection Accreditation AC472 and Metal Building Assemblers Inspection Accreditation AC478.
Learning Objectives:
- Why accreditation should matter to designers, architects, and engineers.
- Standards that make up these accreditations.
- Regulation within the metal fabrication and assembling industry and how these regulations can affect the industry as a whole.
- Quality and it’s importance within the industry.
- How these accreditations can positively affect your clients in the future.
Continuing Education Credits:
1.0 AIA LU 
1.0 FL DBPR LU 
Dennis Merino
CEO, Fabral Metal Wall and Roof Systems
Dennis Merino is a creative and results-driven senior business executive currently serving as the President & CEO of Fabral Metal Wall and Roofing Systems. With a distinguished track record in mergers and acquisitions, due diligence and full integration, brand and customer segmentation, lean-based optimization, and product and service differentiation, Dennis is renowned for his strategic vision and operational excellence. In his role at Fabral, Dennis has demonstrated established capabilities in turnaround and growth leadership, account development, networking, deal negotiations, and risk management. His leadership and communication skills enable him to present strategic opportunities to executive teams, develop and maintain relationships with key business partners, and build and guide highly effective teams.
Speaker:
Daniel Doderer
Research Director, Flack Global metals
Since joining Flack Global Metals in October 2018, Daniel Doderer has been instrumental in driving the company’s analytical and research efforts. As an Economist and Research Director, Daniel leads a dedicated team responsible for conducting in-depth historical analyses and producing comprehensive reports on the steel industry and the broader U.S. economy. Daniel’s expertise in economic analysis and his ability to interpret complex data have significantly contributed to Flack Global Metals’ reputation for delivering robust and reliable market intelligence. Under Daniel’s leadership, the team meticulously examines market trends, economic indicators, and industry developments to generate critical insights used by the Flack Capital Markets team to make informed financial and risk management decisions for Flack Global Metals and its customers. Daniel holds a strong academic background in economics, which, combined with his extensive experience, enables him to provide unparalleled insights and guidance. His commitment to excellence and his proactive approach to research and analysis continue to drive the success of Flack Global Metals and its customers in an ever-evolving economic landscape.
