9/14/2010: Program: Making Your Commercial Facility a Part of the Green Movement

9/14/2010: Capital Chapter Orientation

This free event offers an opportunity for new and prospective members to learn about the Capital Chapter of IFMA, meet others in the organization, and learn how to become involved in chapter activities. Speakers will be Kim Dize, Chapter President and Sarah Gabriel, Membership Services Team. One lucky new member will receive a free pass to attend an upcoming Capital Chapter program!

Immediately following the Orientation is our monthly educational program, "Making Your Commercial Facility a Part of the Green Movement." You can learn more about IFMA and focus on your professional development in one morning. The cost of the program is $10/Members and $20/Non-Members. Click here for more information and to register! Contact Jeffrey Sklaver with questions.

9/21/2010: IFMA Advocacy Day and Public Policy Forum

Have you always wanted to make a difference regarding decisions made in Washington that affect your profession? Do you believe that IFMA members have a responsibility to do more to advance the FM profession? Then get a team together from your chapter or council to participate in this year's IFMA Advocacy Day and Public Policy Forum taking place September 21-22 in Washington, DC.

What is it? An incredible opportunity to engage with members of the U.S. Congress, learn about the association's government affairs program, learn how to articulate our positions on certain issues, and most importantly, understand what to expect in a meeting with a member of Congress or their staff. You need not have any prior advocacy experience in order to participate-all you need is a passion for FM and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and ask, "What can I do to help the profession?"

Register Now! Registration is FREE; but individuals are responsible for their own airfare, hotel, meals and other travel expenses.

9/23/2010: Capital Chapter and SOME/CET Speed Interview Jam

The Community Service Team needs YOU! We are looking for FM's experienced at hiring people and/or those who want additional practice to conduct rehearsal interviews for the graduates of the SOME/CET program. (Suggestions for interview questions will be available.)

We feel strongly that it is important to give back to the community. A donation of your time and expertise will be critical to the success of these efforts. You will be helping to influence the future of facility management! Donations of gently used ties to help the candidates with their new employment wardrobe are greatly appreciated. Light refreshments will be served.

9/30/2010: Partner Happy Hour and EXPO

It’s time for our 2nd Annual Partner Happy Hour and EXPO! The event was extremely successful last year and we are planning for an even better event this year. This fun networking event will provide our Professional Members and Chapter Partners an opportunity to develop valuable relationships. It is a Happy Hour format that will include table top exhibits for each of our Chapter Partners (this benefit is EXCLUSIVE to Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Titanium Partners) to put the products/services for their company on display…kinda like a “mini-trade show.” Chances to win prizes and other great activities will also be included.

If I am a Professional Member, why should I attend? This is a great opportunity to learn more about the value that can be provided to your buildings by the companies that support our chapter through the Partnership Program.

If I am an Associate Member, how does my company get a chance to exhibit? Your company must be involved in our Partnering for Excellence Program. All Partners at the Bronze level or higher will have the opportunity to exhibit their products or services during this event. For more information, contact Geoff Snavely.

Register today - The cost to attend is only $20 and includes 2 drink tickets!

10/27/2010: World Workplace

IFMA's World Workplace welcomes professionals representing all aspects of the work environment—facility management, real estate, I.T., H.R., engineering, architecture, design, security and other related industries. If you play a role in assessing, planning, designing, implementing and supporting workplace programs that directly impact the bottom line, then you have a lot to gain from a three-day investment in World Workplace. Click here for more information.

Look for the Capital Chapter Suite at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis on Wed. and Thur. from 5-7pm each night!