IFMA is absolutely FM.

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) is the premier professional association for facility management. Supporting the largest community of FM professionals in the industry, IFMA membership comprises more than 18,500 facility professionals throughout 67 countries. Our members have a voice in 130 chapters and 15 councils and one special interest group.

IFMA was established in 1980 as a not-for-profit, incorporated association dedicated to promoting excellence in the management of facilities. Globally, IFMA spots trends, conducts research, provides educational programs, and assists corporate and organizational facility managers in developing strategies to manage human, facility and real estate resources. The combined purchasing power of IFMA's North American members is $81 billion (U.S.) annually.

The Capital Chapter of IFMA

With over 900 members, the Capital Chapter  of IFMA offers the largest and most responsive local chapter. We host monthly educational meetings that give you an opportunity to learn and network with other facility management professionals. The Capital Chapter offers you the most current industry information specific to the Greater Washington area, along with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The Capital Chapter has the largest number of CFM's and FMP's of any chapter.