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VBCOA Podcast: A Building Code Geeks Podcast

Nate Young

The Virginia Building and Code Officials Association Podcast - Discussing the codes and people who ensure the built environment is safe and meets the code.

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  • #43
    Monday · 30 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 43 with Mike Savage

    Mike Savage has spent the past 32 years in the code enforcement profession from Maryland to Florida and has experienced hurricanes, earthquakes, and snow loads. Mike is now serving on the ICC Board of Directors and attended the VBCOA Conference in Virginia Beach. Nate and Mike talked about all things code enforcement including how and why to be involved with your association.

  • #42
    September 14 · 22 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 42 with Kyle Kratzer

    Nate introduces us to the newly elected President of the VA Building and Code Officials Association, Kyle Kratzer. Kyle began in the construction trade very young, and has worked in both rural and very urban communities as an inspector and code official. Now in Fairfax County, VA, Kyle is ready to take VBCOA on the next leg of the journey with his "Hallway Culture".

  • #41
    August 4 · 40 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 41 with Steve Shapiro

    Steven Shapiro's higher education didn't lead to the dental profession as planned, but his career made a significant impact on not only Virginia codes where he was the code official in Hampton, VA, but our model codes as well serving on the Board of Directors and President of BOCA and ICC.

  • #40
    March 11 · 21 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 40 with Dennis Hart

    Dennis Hart, CBO is the MEP Codes Administrator for Fairfax County, Virginia as well as a US Navy Veteran. In this episode, learn about how you can support the upcoming VBCOA Anniversary milestone and enjoy a great round of golf!

  • #39
    January 5 · 25 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 39 With Quentin Mascari

    In this episode of the Building Code Geeks Podcast, host Nate Young speaks with Quentin Mascari, the building official for King and Queen County, Virginia about his journey into code enforcement, the unique challenges he faces in a rural locality, and the importance of customer service in the field. They also discuss the need for more young professionals in code enforcement, and emphasize the significance of understanding the intent behind building codes. Quentin also offers valuable advice for those considering a career in this field and highlights the importance of mentorship and community engagement.

  • #38
    Nov 24, 2025 · 26 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 38 With D. A. Pierce

    D. A. Pierce is a Plans Examiner with the Roanoke City, VA Building Department and Chair of the VBCOA Energy Code Committee. His goal is to bring consistency and understanding application of energy codes in the Commonwealth.

  • #37
    Nov 11, 2025 · 29 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 37 with Robby Dawson

    Robby Dawson from the National Fire Protection Association joins Nate and Tom Coghill for a discussion about "Safety Doesn't Happen by Chance". The new public awareness campaign aimed at educating the public about how codes and standards make our lives safer. View more details at www.dontchancesafety.org and www.reverserenovations.org

  • #36
    Oct 28, 2025 · 13 min

    VBCOA Episode 36 with VBCOA President Jason Laws

    Recently elected as the President of VBCOA, Jason Laws works as the Assistant Building Official for Chesterfield County, VA. In this episode, Jason shares his approach to code enforcement and customer service as well as his plans for his term at the helm of VBCOA.

  • #35
    Oct 14, 2025 · 21 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 35 with Kemper Elder

    Kemper Elder is the talent behind the renewed VBCOA Website. He has taken the reins of "Webmaster" to a new level. He is also a Residential Plans Review Supervisor with Chesterfield County.

  • #34
    Oct 1, 2025 · 25 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 34 with Matt Hawkes

    Mathew Hawkes is a Code Investigator III with Fairfax County, VA and joins Nate in this episode to discuss his approach to code enforcement and the importance of the job all code enforcers are doing.

  • #33
    Aug 5, 2025 · 23 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 33: With Mark Bolt

    In this episode Nate is joined by Mark Bolt, the Budling Official in Floyd County, VA. From early jobs in construction to code enforcement in a relatively urban area, Mark has gained unique insights into code enforcement and a philosophy of making sure they know the "why".

  • #30
    Sep 23, 2024 · 22 min

    VBCOA Podcast: Episode 30 with Joseph Blackman

    Joseph Blackman is the founder of Vitendo - a Training and Education company with an innovative approach to training the public sector workforce. He also hosts The Public Works Podcast. Learn more about Vintendo and The Public Works Podcast at www.vitendo.us.

  • #29
    Jul 16, 2024 · 14 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 29: Sharon Guidry

    Sharon Guidry is a code enforcement professional from San Bernadino, California. She joins Christina today to talk about the importance of diversity in the code enforcement world and what the future of the profession may look like.

  • #28
    Jul 3, 2024 · 9 min

    VBCOA Episode 28: Stacy Bristow

    Stacy Bristow could be called the accidental code enforcer. From the sheriff's office to author, now code enforcement, her success lies in the mentors she has surrounded herself with.

  • #26
    Apr 26, 2024 · 11 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 26 Monica Whitney

    Monica Whitney is a Permit Technician with Sussex County, VA. Her path getting into code enforcement was not typical. A relative newcomer who decided to give a new challenge a try.

  • #25
    Mar 4, 2024 · 21 min

    VBCOA Podcast Episode 25: Maryia Lackansingh

    Celebrating Women in Construction Week, Christina is joined by Maryia Lackansinh, a Code Specialist III with the County of Fairfax, VA and the President of WICED of Virginia.

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