The Indoor Environments Association, formerly known as AARST, addresses radon, vapor intrusion, and other contaminants of concern in the built environment.
Volume 40 • No. 33 • October 2026
News and Events for the Radon and Vapor Intrusion Industry
Table of Contents
2026 Election Results: IEA Board of Directors
Thank You to Our Exhibitors!
Outgoing Board of Directors Appreciation
Success in Norfolk: Symposium 2026 Wrap-Up
Looking Ahead: IEA Symposium 2027 in Kansas City
Webinar: Best Practices for Radon Test Distribution Programs
Open for Public Review: Additional Addenda Updates to MA-MFLB
Election Results: IEA Board of Directors
The results of the IEA Board of Directors election were announced at the Symposium. Congratulations to the newly elected officers: Vice President George Schambach. We also extend congratulations to the newly elected Nationally Elected Directors: Merritt Gantt and Laura Mathys, and returning Nationally Elected Directors: Shawn Price, Kim Steves, and Duane West. See the full Board Listing HERE.
Webinar: Best Practices for Radon Test Kit Distribution Programs
The American Lung Association is holding a free, one-hour webinar to learn more about best practices for radon test kit distribution programs that enhance utilization and support radon reduction.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 18th | 12PM – 1PM CT
Providing access to radon test kits is an important first step, but getting residents to complete testing and take action based on their results is what ultimately makes a difference in reducing radon exposure and preventing lung cancer. This past year, the Lung Association conducted a multi-method evaluation of radon test kit distribution programs across the country.
Featuring three programs operating at the local, county, and state levels, presenters will share program components that have been effective in their communities, why those approaches work within their unique landscapes, and lessons learned from implementation.
Click HERE to register!
Welcome to the Newest
NRPP-Certified Professionals!
Adam Bartos (NJ), Alfredo Gutierrez (CA), Austin R Bahner (KS), Bailey Vann (VA), Braden T Whitmore (CO), Bradford Nickell (WV), Brian Powell (CA), Brianna R Ashworth (TX), Charlie Joshua Faries (TN), Christian Vanzant (NC), Christy R Elliott (VA), Dana Taki (IL), Daryl Wockenfuss (ND), Dawn Oggier (FL), Eric L Pettigrew (NC), Eric Richter (IL), Grace Stockdale (ME), Gustaf Gothefors-Holm (SW), Isabella Felsing (CO), Jacob O Hopton (RI), James M Ray (GA), Jamie Gonzagowski (IN), Jared A Embree (OH), Jaren Castillo (CO), Jase L Houchin (AR), Jason Patterson (ME), Jaup Likaj (MA), Jeffrey Wendholt (CO), Jonathan Brockbank (UT), Joshua M Medina (WV), Kederick Nilsen (AZ), Kristen Docter (MO), Kyle D Bardsley (UT), Lauren Underwood (NE), Lillian A Manaugh (TN), Luke E Williams (NC), Luke F Johnson (MN), Luke P Cummings (CO), Mark D Hopkins (OK), Matthew J Long (MA), Matthew Shiff (VA), Michael Croyle (WV), Michelle R Schwartz (CO), Mohammad Raza (MD), Molly Weisgrau (IL), Nathaniel Susdorf (IN), Patrick Donnelly (TN), Penny Shepherd (IA), Rachel Carmichael (TN), Rebecca Brown (WI), Rickey G Boyer (VA), Rodney Gunn (VA), Roneil Julien (MD), Stephane Hernandez (TX), Stetson E Openshaw (TX), Tiffany L Hamilton (NC), Victor Andersson Lampa (UP), William Layman (VA), Zachary Rodgers (IN), Zhivko Slavov (IL)
Thank You for Your Leadership and Service!
Each board member contributes countless volunteer hours to help grow the Association and guide the strategic plan that keeps it strong and relevant. Our sincere thanks go to all who serve.
We offer special recognition to our outgoing directors: Dawn Oggier, Nationally Elected Director, President of the Florida IEA Chapter, member of the IEA Vapor Intrusion Stakeholder Committee, former Bylaws Committee Chair, and Symposium Co-Chair; and Aaron Friedrich, Nationally Elected Director and member of the IEA Vapor Intrusion Stakeholder Committee. Their leadership, dedication, and commitment to the Association have made a lasting impact, and we thank them for their many contributions in support of IEA and its members.
Symposium 2026 In the Books
The recently concluded Indoor Environments 2026 Radon & Vapor Intrusion Symposium brought together 357 attendees representing 46 states and 7 tribes, underscoring the broad national reach and impact of our profession.
The event featured five educational tracks, 78 expert speakers, and 35 exhibitors, creating valuable opportunities for attendees to learn from leading certified professional, researchers, regulators, and industry partners. Beyond the formal presentations, the exhibit hall and Learning Lab sessions provided hands-on demonstrations, practical training, and meaningful peer-to-peer exchanges that highlighted emerging technologies and best practices across radon and vapor intrusion.
The IEA Annual Meeting offered members the opportunity to celebrate outstanding contributions through association awards, conduct association business, and announce the results of the Board election, including the newly elected directors and thanks to those departing the Board.
The week was a powerful reminder that the strength of the Indoor Environments Association comes from the engagement, expertise, and volunteer leadership of its members, all working together to advance healthier indoor environments.
Welcome to the Newest
Members of the
Indoor Environments Association!
Indoor Environments Association is a nonprofit, professional organization of members who are dedicated to the highest standard of excellence and ethical performance of hazard identification and abatement of radon, chemical vapor intrusion, and other contaminants of concern in the built environment. The organization primarily strives to advance the interests of its members through developing industry standards, certifying technical proficiency, enabling advancement of public policy, and communicating health risks to the public.
Editorial Content Wanted: Indoor Environments Association (AARST) publishes content over two platforms. We are interested in radon and vapor intrusion interest stories, technical papers, business topics, health advancements/detection regarding radon-related issues, and more. Please submit content for consideration to editor@aarst.org.