Recently, pme interviewed Russ Chaney, CEO of The IAPMO Group, about his organization that develops the Uniform Plumbing, Mechanical, Swimming Pool and Solar Energy Codes, tests and certifies plumbing and mechanical products in the United States and overseas. Recent additions to The IAPMO Group include the Backflow Prevention Institute, Green Plumbers USA, the Radiant Professionals Alliance and ASSE-International.
Chaney came to the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials as CEO in 1995 when the organization faced significant financial and legal issues. In the years since, IAPMO’s annual budget has grown from $2.5 million to more than $40 million.