What is the IAB anyway?

IAB == Internet Architecture Board

The role of the IAB is documented and defined in RFC2850 (BCP39)

We'll get into roles in a sec, but first...
How do you get on the IAB?

Members are selected by the NOMCOM
Except for Ex-Officio and Liaison members
Who are the Ex-Officio members?
IRTF chair and the IAB Executive Director
Who are the Liaison members?
Someone from the ISOC, RFC Editor, and the IESG