Past Events

Join us for our continuing educational series on various topics related to risk in public facilities. This month’s topic focuses on LEED and WELL Certification.

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Why FM budgets stall with the C-Suite (and how to get to a yes) | OfficeSpace

Summer is when FMs’ thoughts turn to….strategic long-range planning!! Join us on Thursday, July 16 at 1:30ET to hear Edward Kacal explain how to execute an FCAs so that the strategic outcomes that best align with the specific organization can be realized. (And how to get leadership buy-in along the way!!) Register now

Join the IFMA IT Community for FM TECH WEEK 2026 June 15-19, a premier virtual event showcasing the latest innovations in Facility Management Technology. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, industry leader, or FM professional, this is your opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with cutting-edge solutions shaping the future of FM.

For more information: https://it.ifma.org/events/fm-tech-week-2026/

Join us for our continuing educational series on various topics related to risk in public facilities. This month’s topic focuses on indoor air quality.

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Why Attend?

Facility Fusion is built for deeper connections and targeted learning. Unlike larger conferences, this experience is intentionally intimate—giving you more access to peers, speakers and solution providers who are just as invested in your success.

• Practical, actionable takeaways
• Unhurried conversations with decision-makers
• Real solutions you can implement now
• High-impact networking in a low-stress setting

Who Should Attend?

Facility professionals at every level.
Facility Fusion attracts a diverse mix of attendees across sectors and experience levels—from emerging leaders to seasoned executives. If you shape the spaces where people work, learn, heal or play, this event is for you.

• Facility Managers & Coordinators
• Workplace Strategists & Real Estate Leaders
• Service Providers & Solution Partners
• Sustainability, Safety & Operations Experts

Join us for a powerful, practical look at one of IFMA’s most compelling new initiatives, the Regional Governmental Facilities Alliance (RGFA). Led by Jared Spangler and supported by the Greater Phoenix IFMA Chapter, the RGFA is not just an idea; it’s a working model that’s already delivering measurable results.

This session explores how regional IFMA chapters can foster meaningful engagement between public-sector FMs and private-sector service providers by educating, empowering, and aligning interests across the ecosystem.

Jared will walk through the strategic framework, charter design, and execution of the RGFA program, highlighting:

• How tailored associate member training in government procurement leads to smarter vendor relationships
• How to build sustainable sponsorship revenue
• How to attract and retain government FMs by addressing the realities of municipal service delivery

Why schools, airports, and local agencies are becoming hubs of momentum for public FM leadership

Key Takeaways:

• Launching or scaling a public sector engagement model in your region
• Increasing chapter value and visibility

Supporting the broader mission of efficient, transparent government services

Guest Speaker:

Jared Spangler – CFM, FMP, SFP
Facilities Operations Superintendent
Public Works Department
City of Peoria, AZ

Register for this month’s PSC webinar!

Thursday, October 9, 2025

2:00 p.m. ET-US

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Roofs & Walls, Zero Leaks: Drone & Thermal Methods for Safer, Smarter Inspections 

Roof and exterior wall assemblies serve as critical barriers against water intrusion, which remains one of the most significant sources of costly building damage. Even minor penetrations or improperly installed joints can create pathways for leaks, resulting in long-term structural and financial consequences.

This practical session demystifies modern inspection approaches, demonstrating how drones and thermography reveal hidden defects, reduce risk, and inform both short-term fixes and long-term capital planning—without requiring personnel to set foot on the roof.

Who Should Attend

Public- and private-sector professionals with responsibility for buildings and budgets, including:

• Facility managers and building engineers
• Capital planners and financial managers
• Maintenance and procurement leaders

What You’ll Learn

• How drones are deployed for roof and façade inspections (workflows, outputs, limits)
• How thermography pinpoints moisture, insulation failures, and hidden defects
• Life-safety essentials and why roof access isn’t required to get reliable results
• Real-world case examples comparing inspection techniques and decision outcomes

Key Takeaways

1. Safety first: ~80% of roof falls are fatal—inspection quality doesn’t require leaving the ground.
2. Regular roof and facade inspections are essential to understand the actual condition.
3. How drones with thermal imaging provide a potentially better alternative to traditional inspections.

Presenter

Tom Ethen has performed a vast number of roof and facade inspections across diverse facility types. With a building science education, Tom brings a practical, evidence-based approach to diagnosing envelope issues, translating aerial and thermal data into clear, actionable maintenance and capital plans.

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AOE Panel Lineup:
Small Chapter of the Year (Wichita Chapter 2022) – Bobby McCrary
Large Chapter of the Year (Greater Toronto Chapter 2023) – Bernice Lilley
Council of the Year (Public Sector Council 2023) – Gordon Rogers
Moderator: Ginger Johnson