SFA Welcomes Mark Nowak as Acting President

Following the September 1, 2008 departure of former president Larry Williams, the Steel Framing Alliance's (SFA) Board of Directors named Mark Nowak as interim president while they continue a formal search for a permanent replacement.

Nowak, who has worked closely with the SFA for several years and has been leading its technology codes program since 2007, will be responsible for managing the SFA's day-to-day operations as well as strategic initiatives that support its mission to facilitate the growth of steel framing in the construction marketplace.

"Mark Nowak is highly qualified to assume the role of acting president, his industry knowledge, as well as his long and valuable strategic relationship with the SFA will facilitate a very smooth leadership transition," Don Moody, SFA Board of Directors' chairman, said.

Nowak brings to the SFA more than 20 years of experience in working with the manufacturing sector to evaluate new technologies for adoption by the building industry. In his role with the SFA's Technology and Codes program, he has provided strategic direction and technical support and has also helped build strategic alliances with other industry groups.

Previously, Nowak was vice president of contract research for the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center, where he was employed for more than 16 years. A U.S. Green Building Council LEED® Accredited Professional, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. For more information, contact Laurie Farrell.