Sarah Balz, PE, CPD, GPD, LEED AP, has been appointed Chair of the Women of ASPE (WOA) special-interest group. The core mission of WOA is to attract, retain, and advance women in the plumbing design industry through education, leadership development, and the creation of trusted relationships. WOA is also committed to enabling women to achieve their professional goals.

Balz, has been an ASPE member since 1997, served as the Wisconsin Chapter President for three years (one of the few women to hold this Chapter position), and has been a frequent speaker for ASPE Symposiums, Conventions, and webinars.