International Code Council’s 2024 Annual Conference Pre-Event Guide
The International Code Council’s 2024 Annual Conference, Expo and Committee Action Hearings is finally upon us! Taking place from Oct. 20- Oct. 23, this year’s conference will feature opportunities to network, educational sessions and the chance to learn more about the latest news and trends in the building safety industry. Committee Action Hearings for Group A International Codes® (I-Codes) will begin on Oct. 23 and come to an end on Oct. 31.
Here is a brief guide highlighting the major events and important details to help you make the most of your conference experience.
Lodging and Travel
All conference events will be held at Long Beach Conference Center in Long Beach, CA., unless specified otherwise. Attendees are suggested to choose from four different local hotels for overnight accommodations, and the nearest airports are Long Beach Airport (LGB), Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA).
Registration
For those not already registered, you can find the registration page here.
For registration questions, please call Jessica Franklin (ext. 4333) at 1-888-ICC SAFE (422-7233), or email conference@iccsafe.org.
Key Events
While the complete agenda can be found here, there are a few other fun and educational events to check out this year.
On Sunday, Oct. 20 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Past Presiding Officers of the Code Council will host the Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing at the Harding Golf Course. This event includes a number of sponsorship opportunities and funds raised will go towards training and resources for the next generation of code officials.
The Expo is set to take place on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Monday, Oct. 21 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and will feature the latest products and services for the building industry. The Bridge Building Challenge is back again this year, and a new event, Expo Talks, will premiere where attendees can learn about industry innovations.
On Monday, Oct. 21 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the Code Council will host our 2024 Annual Business Meeting. This event will feature updates from association leadership, a keynote speaker presentation and voting for the Code Council Board Officers and Directors. View the meeting notice here.
Enjoy dinner and watch the installation of the newly elected Board of Directors and presentation of awards at the Connections Gala, taking place on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. This dinner will be followed by an afterparty, where Connections Gala guests can hit the dance floor and enjoy desserts and drinks.
The Code Council is currently celebrating its 30th anniversary with a year-long celebration and promises to deliver the biggest and best conference yet. Featured at this year’s conference will be a 30th-anniversary exhibit where visitors can explore artifacts from the Code Council’s history and participate in the creation of a time capsule to commemorate this milestone.
Throughout the week, the Code Council will also be hosting a variety of insight session and educational opportunities for attendees to earn CEUs and expand their industry knowledge. Learn more about the sessions that are available here.
Local Attractions
There is no shortage of sights to see in the Long Beach area.
Located in Long Beach’s Rainbow Harbor, the Aquarium of the Pacific is the largest aquarium in California, spanning over 360,000 square feet of space. Featuring over 100 exhibits and 11,000 animals, this family-friendly experience is a must-see.
Overlooking Long Beach Harbor, Catalina Island, the Queen Mary and the Pacific Ocean, the Long Beach Museum of Art is home to a variety of contemporary art exhibitions and offers educational programs for people of all ages, musical programs and festivals.
Travel back in time on the Queen Mary, a century-old ocean liner that is permanently moored in Long Beach and has been transformed into a top attraction in the area. Visitors can explore the ship and learn of its rich history through tours and exhibits.
Conference attendees can take part in the Code Council’s Building Tours to check out these local attractions. To learn more, click here.
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