Board Member Orientation Manual - Air Barrier Association of America

ABAA Board of Directors Orientation ManualABOUT ABAAHISTORY & OVERVIEWThe Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) was incorporated in the State ofMassachusetts in 2001 and consists of stakeholders in the building enclosureindustry. Such stakeholders include manufacturers, suppliers, distributors,architects, engineers, contractors, researchers, testing & audit agencies, consultantsand building owners. ABAA is focused on leading the industry into the future in aprogressive and professional manner. We are the national voice of the air barrierindustry in America.As state energy code requirements become more and more stringent; driven byfactors such as green house gas production, the need for more energy efficientheating and cooling systems, dwindling natural resources, the long term effects ofmold and mildew and an ever more environmentally conscious public, ABAA’s roleas the National Voice of the air barrier industry is becoming increasingly apparent.The association seeks to raise the standard of proficiency in the industry through theABAA On-Site Quality Assurance Program, based on the principles outlined in ISO9000. ABAA will continue to play a pivotal role in the education, lobbying andmarketing of the industry to government, the professional community, buildingowners, utilities and other industry stakeholders. ABAA is also dedicated tofurthering continuing education in the industry. ABAA offers premier training toinstallers, estimators, managers and administrators on the contractor side, as well asAIA accredited courses for design professionals.The association's long term strategy revolves around five intertwining goals thatencompass programming, membership, marketing, governance and financialstability.2013 Board of Directors Orientation Manual Page 4 of 59