Agenda
Coming Soon!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Registration Open
East Registration
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Sponsor Move-in
The Grand Hall
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Texas Shoot-Out at Big Shots (On Property)
We invite you to join us for the Texas Shoot Out, an evening networking event set poolside in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Guests will enjoy a catered dinner, a selection of beverages, and the opportunity to engage in friendly competition over a game of cornhole. Casual attire is recommended!
Attendance is complimentary for full registrants or those registered for Wednesday only. An RSVP will be sent closer to the event date to ensure we can accommodate your participation effectively
Outdoor Tented Area, Poolside
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Registration Open
East Registraion
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Breakfast and Welcome
Special welcome from BOAT President Michael Beard, and Mayor of Montgomery Sara Countryman
Compass Center/West
8:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Concurrent Sessions Part 1 (Repeated at 1:00 p.m.)
Understanding Communication – Style Profile Assessment Class
Tony Picchioni, Pd.D., Consultant /Professor, Baylor University Medical Center and Southern Methodist University
If you are attending this session, you are required to fill out this assessment, save, and email the file to Wayne Snell at wsnell@cityofirving.org, or Selso Mata Selsom@plano.gov at least 10 days prior to the event. This data is essential for Dr. Pichionni to provide you with a tailored analysis.
Compass East
IRC Significant Changes 2024
Russell Thornburg, Plans Examiner, Willdan Performance Engineering and Owner for Thornburg Code Services
Coastal Ballroom
9:00 a.m. – Noon
Nominating Committee
Fins Right
10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Networking Break with Sponsors
The Grand Hall
10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Concurrent Sessions Part 2 (Repeated at 1:00 p.m.)
Understanding Communication – Style Profile Assessment Class
Tony Picchioni, Pd.D., Consultant /Professor, Baylor University Medical Center and Southern Methodist University
If you are attending this session, you are required to fill out this assessment, save, and email the file to Wayne Snell at wsnell@cityofirving.org, or Selso Mata Selsom@plano.gov at least 10 days prior to the event. This data is essential for Dr. Pichionni to provide you with a tailored analysis.
Compass East
IRC Significant Changes 2024
Russell Thornburg, Plans Examiner, Willdan Performance Engineering and Owner for Thornburg Code Services
Coastal Ballroom
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Lunch
Compass Center/West
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
The NFPA Ecosystem/Single Exit Stairs
Orlando Hernandez, Reginal Director NFPA and Doug Lockard with NFPA Global Solutions
Compass East
IRC Significant Changes 2024 (Repeated from Morning Sessions)
Russell Thornburg, Plans Examiner, Willdan Performance Engineering and Owner for Thornburg Code Services
Coastal Ballroom
2:15 – 2:45 p.m.
Networking Break with Sponsors
The Grand Hall
2:45 – 4:00 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
Field Evaluation by Global Solutions/NFPA 915 and NFPA 241
Orlando Hernandez, Reginal Director NFPA and Doug Lockard with NFPA Global Solutions
Compass East
IRC Significant Changes 2024 (Repeated from Morning Sessions)
Russell Thornburg, Plans Examiner, Willdan Performance Engineering and Owner for Thornburg Code Services
Coastal Ballroom
4:30 – 5:45 p.m.
Networking Reception with Sponsors
Join our sponsors in the exhibit hall for light hors-d’oeurves, beverages, and networking!
The Grand Hall
5:45 p.m.
Free Evening
Thursday, AUGUST 7
7:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Registration Open
East Registration
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Networking Breakfast with Sponsors
The Grand Hall/ Compass Ballroom
8:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Building Official 101 Q/A Part 1
Whether you’re new to the profession or simply looking to sharpen your understanding, this open Q&A session is designed to provide valuable insights into the role of a building official in Texas. Presented by the BOAT Board of Directors, this session offers attendees the opportunity to ask questions, gain practical knowledge, and hear directly from experienced leaders in the field.
Bring your questions and join the conversation!
BOAT Board of Directors
Compass Center/West
10:15 – 11:00 a.m.
Networking Break with Sponsors
The Grand Hall
11:00 a.m. – Noon
Building Official 101 Q/A Part 2
Whether you’re new to the profession or simply looking to sharpen your understanding, this open Q&A session is designed to provide valuable insights into the role of a building official in Texas. Presented by the BOAT Board of Directors, this session offers attendees the opportunity to ask questions, gain practical knowledge, and hear directly from experienced leaders in the field.
Bring your questions and join the conversation!
BOAT Board of Directors
Compass Center/West
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Chow Time and Annual Business Meeting
Compass Center/ West
1:45 – 3:00 p.m.
Roundtables Part 1
In this roundtable format, we will discuss a wide variety of topics, including:
How to Use AI | ICC 500 | Legislative Update | Disaster Response | Department Performance Reporting | A2L Refrigerants
Compass Center/ West
3:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Networking Break with Sponsors
The Grand Hall
3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Roundtables Part 1
In this roundtable format, we will discuss a wide variety of topics, including:
How to Use AI | ICC 500 | Legislative Update | Disaster Response | Department Performance Reporting | A2L Refrigerants
Compass Center/ West
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
BOAT Awards Dinner
The awards Dinner will be on property. After the awards dinner on Thursday, we are going to play! Plan to stay after dinner for this fun event. This event is included in all full conference registrations. Guest tickets are $50. See registration to purchase guest tickets.
Compass Center/West
8:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Casino Night
After dinner, the celebration continues with a casino party full of fun and prizes.
Coastal Ballroom
Friday, AUGUST 8
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Cracker Barrel Breakfast and Golf Outing
Join us for breakfast and closing remarks from your BOAT President. Afterwards, walk over to the on-property golf course and spend a few hours networking and having fun. Lunch included for golf participants.
Coral Reef