Business Briefs: NCARB

Words: Bronzella Cleveland

Fall 2009
Industry News

Business Briefs: NCARB

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) has elected new leadership. Andrew W. Prescott, AIA, is the newly elected president, having served previously as first vice president and treasurer. Kenneth J. Naylor, AIA, has moved into the first vice president position, and Scott C. Veazey, AIA, is now second vice president. For the complete list of new officers, visit www.ncarb.org. MD

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