Have you checked out the education sessions for IFMA Global Africa 2024? We're excited for the incredible sessions to take place, like 'A Tutorial on Resiliency in Infrastructure Management' and 'Assessing the Impact of Inadequate Facilities Management Practices on Deferred Maintenance in Ghana: Implications for Sustainable Public Infrastructure Development' 🎯 Don't miss out on these and other great sessions - check it out: https://lnkd.in/g2TvwUFY
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Non-profit Organizations
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Facility managers improve business and our lives. We help them make it possible.
About us
IFMA is the world's largest and most widely recognized international association for facility management professionals, supporting 24,000 members in more than 100 countries. This diverse membership participates in focused component groups equipped to address their unique situations by region (136 chapters), industry (16 councils) and areas of interest (six communities). Together they manage more than 78 billion square feet of property and annually purchase more than US$526 billion in products and services. Formed in 1980, IFMA certifies professionals in facility management, conducts research, provides educational programs and produces World Workplace, the world's largest series of facility management conference/expos.
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http://www.ifma.org
External link for IFMA
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Houston, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- Represents and supports the facility management profession and Facility Management
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800 Gessner
Suite 725
Houston, Texas 77024, US
Employees at IFMA
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Hard and soft services must coexist to deliver a superior workplace experience. Discover more insights in the full episode of Connected FM: https://lnkd.in/g5i6-gHv
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5 Leadership Tips for Facility Managers 1. Ensure clear communication by defining roles and responsibilities with concise language, encouraging active listening and prompt feedback response, and maintaining transparency with regular updates and meetings. 2. Empower your team by delegating tasks that match their skills, providing continuous training opportunities, and recognizing their achievements to boost morale and motivation. 3. Prioritize safety and compliance by implementing strict safety protocols, staying informed about relevant regulations to ensure compliance, and maintaining comprehensive emergency response plans with regular drills and training sessions. 4. Utilize smart building systems for efficient operations, implement sustainable practices to reduce costs and environmental impact, and use data analytics to make informed, effective decisions. 5. Connect with the C-Suite by aligning goals with organizational objectives, reporting key metrics, and providing strategic input to support long-term goals.
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Day one at World Workplace Asia-Pacific was a success! 🎉 #WorldWorkplaceAPAC
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The difference between new and seasoned facility managers is all about experience and approach. New managers might feel overwhelmed trying to master everything at once, while seasoned managers understand the journey is about continuous learning and gradual success. What have you learned from being facility manager?
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Explore the cutting-edge solutions, connect with industry leaders, and discover the future of workplace excellence. ➡️ Learn more about the Expo and secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/eg8r6HA
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Every FM has at least one: A rented storage space full of workplace assets collecting dust, a floor or an entire building that needs to be decommissioned, or a scattered collection of high-value furniture or equipment you no longer need but can’t throw away. When these valued assets reach the end of their life at your facility, why should you choose their next life beyond your four walls? Join IFMA and Rheaply on August 21st for an engaging webinar to find out how you can manage and monetize those idle assets.
'Next Life' Trend in FM: How to Manage and Monetize Idle Assets
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Meet IFMA's Global Board of Directors! 🌟 They are committed to building on past successes, focusing on providing FM professionals worldwide with the resources and support needed to stay ahead of emerging industry and business trends. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ggy3pPuX Featured in the image below from left to right: Lorena Espada, MFM, SFP, Trudy Blight, Nick Heibein, Don Gilpin, Luis R. Viña, Christa Dodoo, CFM, CIWFM, FMP, CMQ-OE, Lynn Baez, Global IFMA Chair and Fellow I CHIEF, Dean Stanberry, SFP, CFM, Lena Thompson, Jason E. Callis, CFM, SFP, LSSGB, Bobby R. LaRon, MScM, FMP
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Are you attending #WorldWorkplace this October? Don't miss out on the chance to elevate your experience with our exclusive preconference courses. 👉 Learn More & Register: https://lnkd.in/gUS4BCRQ
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