2. RCI is an international association of professional consultants who are experts in building envelope system specification and design. Roofing Roofing Waterproofing Waterproofing Exterior Wall Systems Exterior Wall Systems

3. An International Membership RCI’s current membership numbers more than 2,700 Includes an international constituency residing in all 50 U.S. States, Canada, China, Australia and the United Kingdom.

4. The RCI Mission To represent the interests and values of the current and future membership To provide for the professional development of our current and future members To convey the association's perspective to the public and to the roofing, waterproofing, and exterior wall industries To support professionalism, ethical behavior, education, career opportunities and research in the roofing, waterproofing, exterior wall, and related industries The mission of RCI is to ensure the credibility of the roofing, waterproofing, and exterior wall consulting professions.

5. While originally a roofing- specific association, in March of 2006, RCI expanded its mission and service scope to include waterproofing and exterior wall systems. Expanded Mission

6. This action reflects the understanding that roofing issues often influence the entire building envelope. In increasing frequency, RCI members are called upon to address building- wide concerns from below-grade to rooftop.

7. Consultants routinely investigate and specify transitions between systems, such as roofing and masonry. Consultants understand the greater picture – they design solutions with the entire building envelope in mind.

8. Daily experience with maintaining, repairing, and replacing the spectrum of roofing systems enables a consultant to provide unbiased recommendations regarding system performance and return on investment information.

9. The single most important building envelope consultant characteristic is his or her unique perspective in the complex building life cycle. RCI’s consultant members are involved with every facet of the building life cycle, from commissioning and pre-design services, to design- development, to post construction, to demolition.

10. RCI’s Role Within the Industry Setting Quality of Service Standards Code of Ethics Code of Ethics No Connection to Manufacturers No Connection to Manufacturers Manual of Practice Manual of Practice Registration Programs Registration Programs RRC, RRO, RWC, REWC, RBEC RRC, RRO, RWC, REWC, RBEC

11. RCI’s Role Within the Industry Facilitate the Practice of Consulting Facilitate the Practice of Consulting Education/Information Education/Information Peer Networks Peer Networks International International Regional Regional Chapter Chapter Research Research

12. RCI’s Role Within the Industry Promote the Practice of Consulting Industry Exhibits Industry Exhibits Advertising/PR Advertising/PR Referral Program Referral Program

13. Professional Members’ Backgrounds Architects Architects Engineers Engineers Roofing, Water Proofing, and Exterior Wall Experience Roofing, Water Proofing, and Exterior Wall Experience Specialization Specialization

14. Professional Members’ Services New Construction Consultants work in the interest of the owner and design team to plan design solutions for new construction

15. Professional Members’ Services Maintenance and Repairs Consultants work in the interest of the owner to offer the best maintenance and repair solutions Perform evaluations of existing construction Perform evaluations of existing construction Improve life-span Improve life-span Establish management protocols Establish management protocols Regular Inspections Regular Inspections Asset Management Asset Management Perform forensic investigation of failures Perform forensic investigation of failures Serve as expert witnesses Serve as expert witnesses

16. Professiona l Members’ Ethics Code Adhere to code of ethics Operate without conflict of interest Not connected with manufacturer or product Strive to be unbiased Committed to continuing education Ethics

17. Professional Registration Programs Answering the need to establish a standard of qualifications and practice in an unregulated industry, RCI developed the following standard setting programs: Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) ® Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) ® Registered Roof Observer (RRO) ® Registered Roof Observer (RRO) ® Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) ® Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) ® Registered Exterior Wall Consultants (REWCs) ® Registered Exterior Wall Consultants (REWCs) ® Registered Building Envelope Consultant (RBEC) ® Registered Building Envelope Consultant (RBEC) ®

18. Professional Registration Programs Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) ® Registered Roof Consultants (RRCs) are consultants with distinction among their peers. They have proven themselves ethically sound and professionally adept through written exam, character reference, and documented experience. The demand for the RRC title by private clients and public agencies continues to grow rapidly as the industry recognizes the value of the RRC's quantified skill-set.

19. Professional Registration Programs Registered Roof Observer (RRO) ® Registered Roof Observers (RROs) are quality assurance observers who, like RRCs, have successfully completed an elaborate examination process. The RRO title is evolving as the preferred standard of practice for quality assurance professionals.

20. Professional Registration Programs Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) ® Registered Waterproofing Consultants (RWCs) are waterproofing professionals who have proven themselves ethically sound and professionally adept through written exam, character reference, and documented experience.

21. Professional Registration Programs Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) ® Registered Exterior Wall Consultants (REWCs) are exterior wall professionals who have proved themselves ethically sound and professionally adept through written exam, character reference, and documented experience.

22. Professional Registration Programs The Registered Building Envelope Consultant (RBEC) designation will be awarded to those who have earned the Registered Roof Consultant (RRC), Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC), and Registered Exterior Wall Consultant (REWC) registrations. Registered Building Envelope Consultant (RBEC) Registered Building Envelope Consultant (RBEC) ®

23. Other information sources from RCI include: The Guide – membership handbook The Guide – membership handbook RCItems - enewsletter RCItems - enewsletter Technical Articles Library Technical Articles Library RCI-online.org RCI-online.org Information Source RCI’s technical journal, Interface, is published 11 times per year. It is regarded by many as the industry’s premier source of relevant technical information.

24. RCI's Educational Programs have earned an industry-wide reputation for presenting top-quality, comprehensive education. Educational Programs Individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds can gain new insight and professional development in the continually evolving world of roofing, waterproofing and exterior wall technology. Of attendees polled, 99% describe the programs as "worthwhile" and say they would attend future educational events.

25. Educational Programs RCI offers over 30 educational events each year, plus regional and chapter programs. Lecture hall seminars are offered at varying locations throughout the United States and Canada.

26. Educational Programs At your own pace … on your own time … at your fingertips … RCI e-learning programs allow students to study without the expense or time commitment of travel.

27. Annual events include: International Convention & Trade Show International Convention & Trade Show Symposium on Building Envelope Technology Symposium on Building Envelope Technology Educational Programs

28. Annual International Convention and Trade Show Annual Symposium on Building Envelope Technolgy Advanced Thermal and Moisture Advanced Waterproofing Construction Specifications and the Project Manual Exterior Walls Science & Technology Green Roofing for Design Professionals Roofing Basics [e-learning] Masonry Wall Systems Professional Roof Consulting Roof Asset Management Roof Technology and Science I Educational Program Titles

29. Rooftop Quality Assurance - e- learning Roof Technology and Science II Rooftop Safety for Consultants and Building Owners Rooftop Quality Assurance RRC (Registered Roof Consultant) Review and Update Stucco and Exterior Finish Cladding Systems Vegetative Roofs for the Design Professional Waterproofing Wind Design for Low- Slope Roofs: Understanding ASCE 7-05 Wind Load Calculations - e-learning Wind Design for Low- Slope Roofs: Understanding ASCE 7- 10 Wind Load Calculations Wind Design for Low- Slope Roofs: FM Global Guidelines and Best Practice Considerations - e-learning

30. More information: www.rci-online.org or 800-828-1902 1500 Sunday Drive, Suite 204 Raleigh, NC 27607 800-828-1902 www.rci-online.org