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Celebrating the 2026 IFMA MSP Award Recipients

By IFMA Admin | Home, Past Events, Professional Development | 0 comment | 28 September, 2026 | 0

Every year, IFMA MSP recognizes members whose work, leadership and generosity strengthen our chapter and the facility management profession. Please join us in congratulating this year’s award recipients: Project of the Year — Allecia McDonald Recognized for an FM-led project that combined strong leadership, collaboration, and innovation to deliver measurable value for Securian Financial. TheirRead more

2025-26 IFMA MSP Annual Meeting Recap

By IFMA Admin | Home, Past Events, Professional Development | 0 comment | 21 September, 2026 | 0

At our annual meeting we recapped 2025-2026 fiscal year including membership and financial trends.  This included noting our new strategic objects and the 2026-2027 Presidential Goals and initiatives.  Below are out new objectives: Increase volunteer engagement to strengthen chapter participation. Increase revenue to support program growth and long-term sustainability. Create an engaging community to fosterRead more

September Program Recap – AI is HERE

By IFMA Admin | Home, Past Events, Professional Development | 0 comment | 16 September, 2026 | 0

AI is here—and the power to make it work for your organization is in your hands! A big thank you to Brian Haines with Kahua and Rhonda Small with RSP for sharing practical insights on how Facility Managers can leverage AI today and prepare for what’s next. The key takeaway? Start with the data. RequiringRead more

What Makes Great Facility Managers?

By Rhonda Small | Home, Professional Development | Comments are Closed | 29 May, 2025 | 0

Facility management isn’t just about keeping the lights on and the HVAC running—it’s about leadership, teamwork and problem-solving. The new report, Insights into the Personalities of Facility Managers: The People Behind the Facilities, from IFMA and the Simplar Foundation dives into what makes top facility managers so effective. These facility management insights don’t just make for interesting reading—they offer real takeawaysRead more

A.I. – Free IFMA Webinar Feb 7, 11am

By Rhonda Small | Home, Professional Development | Comments are Closed | 10 January, 2024 | 0

Revolutionizing FM: A Deep Dive into AI’s Impact on Operational Efficiency February 7th, 11 am CST This webinar will showcase real-world examples and success stories of the transformative power of AI in the field service industry. Discover how predictive analytics, machine learning, and intelligent automation are reshaping traditional service models, enabling businesses to proactively addressRead more

Exciting Announcement! Introducing the “Save the Date” Option for IFMA MSP Events!

By IFMA Admin | Home, Professional Development | Comments are Closed | 28 July, 2023 | 2

We are thrilled to announce our New Calendar Options for Save the Date! However, it’s important to remember that the Save the Date calendar invite does not automatically mean you are registered for the event. We recommend that you complete the registration process and then download a separate calendar invite with “REGISTERED” in the title.Read more

Golden Rules for Effective Maintenance Operations

By Rhonda Small | Home, Professional Development | Comments are Closed | 5 July, 2023 | 1

Member Benefit: Regarding work management, there are some simple rules for establishing consistent performance and building a foundational framework that enables improvement. What rules should your organization adopt to leverage data-driven improvements in your facility service program? Watch the video to find out! Click HERE for Free access for full IFMA members through September 30.Read more

Member Benefit for June 2023

By Rhonda Small | Home, Professional Development | Comments are Closed | 30 May, 2023 | 1

What’s all the Buzz About? The Rise of ESG and Its Impact on FM June 21 | 12 PM ET-US Register HERE ESG is one of the hottest topics amongst the C-Suite, but what does “ESG” mean and how does it impact facility management and the supplier community? Businesses are adopting ESG performance standards to measure, gather and shareRead more

Buying FM Technology Webinar

By Rhonda Small | Home, Professional Development | Comments are Closed | 25 April, 2023 | 1

Tools, Guides & Resources for Buying FM Technology LIVE WEBINAR • WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 2023  11am CST In this webinar, you will: Understand the Statement of Work guide and checklists Review the best practices for conducting software product evaluations Use lessons learned from case studies in buying CMMS, video surveillance, and work order management systems ProvideRead more

The NEW Knowledge Library

By Rhonda Small | Home, Professional Development | Comments are Closed | 23 January, 2023 | 1

IFMA’s Knowledge Library is the single source of truth for facility management thought leadership – a place where FM professionals can learn and access valuable resources.   The new Knowledge Library has a fresh look and is easier to use than ever before. It includes easy access to the industry’s most valuable resources that youRead more

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