John Zalepka

Senior Manager, Engagement & Programs

John is the Director of Training and Industry Engagements at Specified Technologies Inc. and is responsible for the accreditation and maintenance of all CE trainings, including the widely specified Firestop Instructional Training and all AIA modules. Previously as a Territory Manager, he worked in the trenches alongside contractors and brings this real-world experience into the classroom. John is also a professional keynote speaker, member of the National Speakers Association and internationally recognized as a Distinguished Toastmaster.

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Thursday, January 15, 2026 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Understanding Firestop Specifications: From Design to Jobsite
Presented By John Zalepka

This program connects the dots between how firestop specifications are written, interpreted, and executed in the field. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how design intent, UL system selection, and specification language directly affect compliance, coordination, and liability. The course explores the...
  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour
Thursday, February 26, 2026 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Firestop Special Inspections: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Presented By John Zalepka

As third-party firestop inspections become more common—and are required by the International Building Code (IBC) for specific building types—construction professionals must understand what inspectors are looking for and how to prepare. This one-hour course explains the purpose and process of firestop special inspections...
  • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour
  • 1 AIBD CE Hour
  • 1 BOMI CPD Hour
  • 1 FBPE PDH for FBPE Members
  • 1 OAA Structured Learning Hour
  • 1 SAA Core Learning Hour