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ANSI Announces New Leadership for 2025

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Board of Directors made headlines recently with the announcement of new officers and members for the upcoming term, which begins on January 1, 2025. Christian Dubay from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has been appointed as the Chair for the year.

Dubay’s leadership comes during a pivotal time for ANSI, which plays a critical role in promoting voluntary consensus standards across various industries. Along with him, David Miller from the American Petroleum Institute (API) will serve as Immediate Past Chair. This dynamic leadership team aims to enhance the organization’s standing in the global market.

Supporting Dubay are Vice Chairs Jamie Ferguson of Kaiser Permanente, Ed Mikoski of the Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA), along with returning Vice Chair Miller. This diverse group of experienced professionals is dedicated to furthering ANSI's mission, which includes improving U.S. business competitiveness and quality of life.

The board has also welcomed an impressive roster of Directors-at-Large who will serve from 2025 through 2027. Among these are:

• - Jonathan Booe from the North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB)
• - Kristina Breen from Visa
• - Claire Fallon from the International Society of Automation (ISA)
• - Michael Heaphy from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)
• - Elise Owen from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• - Danielle Taylor from Abbott

These newly elected members bring a wealth of experience and insights, aimed at fostering consensus across various sectors, indicating ANSI's commitment to remaining at the forefront of standardization efforts.

Furthermore, Kelly Mariotti of the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) has been selected to fill an open Director-at-Large position, marking a significant representation from the consumer goods industry within ANSI's leadership framework.

The ANSI Board of Directors also includes appointed chairs for various Member Forums as well as Policy Advisory Groups, highlighting the organization’s multifaceted structure and strategic direction. Tim Koczanski will oversee the Government Member Forum, while other chairs represent consumer interests and corporate sectors.

In addition, notable figures such as Amanda Benedict and Jessica Evans have been appointed to key roles, including chair of the ANSI ISO Council and chair of ANSI's Board of Standards Review, respectively.

Both the incoming leadership and those stepping down from their roles have shaped ANSI significantly. Their efforts have supported the promotion of standards that enhance both the safety and efficacy of products and services consumed by millions.

“ANSI expresses its gratitude to all individuals who have served. They have made immense contributions that have built our foundation for future growth,” said a representative of ANSI.

In closing, the upcoming term with Dubay at the helm is poised to bring innovative strategies and continued engagement within the standards community. It is an exciting time for ANSI as it maintains its commitment to quality assurance and global competitiveness in standards development.

About ANSI

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, non-profit organization known for facilitating consensus standards and safeguarding their integrity in the U.S. ANSI comprises a diverse membership of businesses and organizations, representing over 30 million professionals worldwide. For more information about ANSI and its initiatives, visit www.ansi.org.