Lorena Soules Joins CodeComply Summit's Model Code Essentials For Code Officials Committee

We are honored to announce that Lorena Soules,  CBO,  CASp, will be joining the CodeComply Summit as part of our esteemed Model Code Track. Lorena's extensive 23 years of municipal experience and numerous certifications make her an invaluable asset to our event. Her level of expertise is unmatched.

Lorena is currently the Chief Building Official for the City of Redondo Beach, California, where she is making remarkable contributions to building safety and accessibility. Her role as a CASp (Certified Access Specialist) instructor highlights her dedication to sharing knowledge and enhancing industry standards.

Lorena's expertise as a consultant specializing in accessibility has proven invaluable in guiding numerous jurisdictions and organizations through the intricate realm of accessibility requirements. Her profound understanding of this crucial aspect of building design and code enforcement will greatly benefit our summit attendees with her input on relevant education.

Lorena has an impressive list of credentials:

• ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector
• ICC Certified Permit Technician
• I am an ICC Certified Residential Plans Examiner and a California Accessibility Specialist (CASp #833).

Lorena's career has been marked by a consistent display of outstanding interpersonal skills and a remarkable talent for juggling multiple tasks while consistently achieving exceptional results. Her leadership in various roles, such as Building Services Manager at 4LEAF, Inc. and Permit Center Supervisor for the City of Garden Grove, demonstrates her versatility and dedication to enhancing community livability.

At the CodeComply Summit, Lorena will be a valuable contributor to the Model Code Track, sharing her extensive expertise on:

• Optimal approaches to enforcing building codes
• Exciting new methods for achieving accessibility compliance Effective techniques for streamlining permit processing and plan review
• The intersection of building codes and community development

"We are thrilled to have Lorena join our Model Code Track," exclaims Pete Roque. "Her vast experience in both the public and private sectors, along with her expertise in accessibility, will give our attendees a thorough grasp of the current code challenges and upcoming trends."

Lorena's involvement will contribute to our CodeComply Summit and will provide input and knowledge on model code implementation, accessibility standards, and building safety. 

Let's celebrate as we introduce Lorena Soules, our newest addition to the CodeComply Summit! We are thrilled to announce that her addition to our committee ensures that our Model Code Track will provide practical, innovative, and forward-thinking content for all attendees.