The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has appointed Jim Pauley as its next president. Pauley is currently senior vice president of external affairs and government relations for Schneider Electric and will assume his new role in July.
“For more than 115 years, NFPA has been a leader in fire, life, and electrical safety through codes and standards development, research, training, and education. This appointment ensures the continued pursuit of the critical mission of NFPA and positions the association to address the challenges of our times,” said Philip C. Stittleburg, chairman of the NFPA board. “Jim is an experienced leader and very knowledgeable on many of the issues important to NFPA.”