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June 2022 Newsletter
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Upcoming Events:
June
8-Monthly Meeting
16-17-IFMA Summit & Gala
July
12-New Member TEAMS Call
20-Monthly Meeting
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
This year has flown by and during my time in this role, I have learned so much about IFMA, our members, my colleagues on the Board, the committees, and myself.
In my first President's Message, I mentioned the chapter was like a car that had been sitting idle in the garage for a few years due to COVID. I said we need to check rearview mirrors to see what was behind us and the side mirrors to see who was standing beside us. Little did we know that around the curve and over the hill was another peak to COVID curve.
I can’t thank everyone enough for their support during my tenure. It was truly a privilege to support the chapter in this way. Whether you participated on a committee, volunteered at events, or just joined and have only attended the new member zoom, I appreciate you being present at events.
As we turn the page on the IFMA fiscal year, we will have time to reflect on the successes of 2021-2022, the challenges, and the future of the IFMA Greater Triangle Chapter in 2022-2023. I hope you will attend the July 20, 2022, meeting where we will introduce the new Board and provide an update on the State of the Chapter.
A few weeks ago, the Board met for our annual planning retreat. The incoming Board challenged us in the room to remember our WHY. Why did you join IFMA, what does IFMA mean to you, and what have you gained by being a part of this organization. For me, it’s the educational opportunities and the relationships that have been built over time. As a practicing facility manager, I would not have the network that I do without the IFMA Greater Triangle Chapter. I wouldn’t know who to reach out to at another organization to discuss challenges with my site. As part of IFMA, I would not have known about the educational opportunities available to me, which led to certifications and, ultimately, value add for my organization.
As we transition into the new fiscal year, we’ll continue to hear about your WHY. I would encourage each of you to reflect on your participation in the Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA and always ask yourself, why did I join?
Travis Dodson
American Board of Pediatrics
President 2021-2022
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OTHER NEWS:
Past Meeting Review
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FM Corner
Offices Are Here To Stay
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JUNE GTC OF IFMA MONTHLY MEETING
SPEAKER MIKE HOLSINGER BIO
REGISTER HERE- Registration will close on Friday, June 3rd!
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FACILITY FUSION RECAP by Tanya Blankenship
Facility Fusion was held in Austin, TX from April 26th – 28th. The theme running through this year’s presentations was sustainability. Specifically, how do we as FMs not only make our buildings more energy efficient and net-positive, but ‘walk the walk’ by insisting on sustainable practices in everything from vendor and materials selection to the promotion of hybrid work environments. It was invigorating to attend an in-person conference, visit the vendor expo, and enjoy all the food and entertainment that Austin has to offer.
Standout Speaker: Scott Koloms, the CEO of Facilities Management Services PBC and the founder of Canopy Kentucky. His janitorial company is a B-Corp, which seeks to have a positive impact on society, workers, the community, and the environment in addition to profit. His presentation focused on his journey to business owner, the importance of supporting janitorial staff (one of the FM’s most valuable asset!), and his commitment to ethical business practices. The message left us with so many ideas and new perspectives. I encourage all FMs to check out Scott’s talk on YouTube and visit his websites to learn more.
Standout Expo Vendor: As Covid practices become part of our daily lives, more businesses are trying to blend the need for personnel hygiene with aesthetics. One vendor, Vaask, demonstrated a hand sanitizer option that was beautiful, highly customizable, and gives FMs the ability to refill it with any brand of bulk hand sanitizer. It can be recessed into the wall or free-standing, and you can even customize the faceplate with your Company or University logo!
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2022-2023 ANNUAL SPONSORSHIP REMAINS OPEN!
 We invite you to sign up for 2022-2023 Annual Sponsorship! This program allows our Chapter to provide professional development opportunities along with exciting and innovative programs and networking events for our members. These sponsorships fund the majority of programming and operations for the Chapter.
ITEMS OF NOTE:
*2021-2022 ONYX SPONSORS HAVE FIRST RIGHT OF REFUSAL ON THEIR SPONSORSHIPS!
*PAYMENTS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED UNTIL JULY 1 WHEN OUR FISCAL YEAR BEGINS
We are extremely thankful for the support of all sponsors!
SPONSORSHIP DEADLINE - FRIDAY, JUNE 30TH
SIGN UP FOR SPONSORSHIP
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GTC OF IFMA HOLDS SUCCESSFUL CFM PREP COURSE
We held a CFM Prep Course on May 2, 2022 with Instructor John Rimer and now wish all participants the best of luck on their exams!
We loved hearing the debate over the practice exam responses and learning about the challenges each of you faces within your organizations as you continue to support the built environment. We had a thorough and thoughtful discussion and great engagement from everyone.
Thank you to Raymond, LLC for the delicious lunch and Highland Roofing Company for the CFM social!
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MIKE BRADLEY MEMORIAL IFMA FOUNDATION 2022 GOLF TOURNAMENT RECAP by Todd Taintor, Golf Committee Co-Chair
This year’s Mike Bradley Memorial IFMA Foundation Golf Tournament was another huge success thanks to our membership, sponsors, participants and volunteers.
The primary purpose of our annual golf tournament is to provide an opportunity to network and have fun while raising scholarship funding for future professionals pursuing a career in the facility management industry.
Also, this year our tournament raised approximately $2,000+ (mulligan sales) to benefit the Ronald McDonald House.
Thank you to everyone who supported this effort!
Winners
Team 1st place: MG Capital- Manny Goti, Ed Boyle, Josh DiPaulo, Emily Hokemeyer
2nd place: Greenview/RestorePro-Bobby Ciampa, Matt Burns, Drew McDonald, Sean Stokes
3rd place: Brady-Rob Skinner, Travis Dodson, Brian Creede, Justin Kimak
Skills Holes: Cory Barns, Patrick Dickerson, Josh DiPaulo, Michele Lowery, Rick Polley, David Sielaty
Sponsors
Beverage/Snack Carts: Brady, EBM, JBM, MG Capital Maintenance, Piedmont Service Group, ServPro North Raleigh
Skills Holes: Carolina Restoration Services, EDS, Greenscape, McDonald York
Putting Contest: MSS Solutions
Mega Door Prize: Vari
Lunch/Dinner: Environmental Diversified Services, Red Coats, Republic Services, Roofwerks, Sunstates Security
Finally, this annual event would not be successful without the planning and organization from the golf committee and volunteers. Special thanks to the following folks: Buck Fisher, Mike Kriston, Mike MacDonagh, Rob Skinner, Lynne Beaman, Holly Bowers, Cory Barns, Connie Drake, Brittany Jones, Anna-Martin Fritts and especially Candi McDowell!
We look forward to another successful Greater Triangle Chapter IFMA golf tournament next year-Wednesday April 26th, 2023 at Lochmere Golf Club.
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GOVERNOR ROY COOPER PROCLAIMS FM DAY
Not only was May 11, 2022, World FM Day, but it was also recognized as Facilities Management Day in North Carolina by Governor Roy Cooper.
The purpose of World FM Day is to recognize and celebrate the important work that workplace and facility managers and the industry as a whole contribute to business around the world. It aims to raise the profile of the facility profession wherever those who practice it affect the health, safety, productivity, and welfare of those using the built environment.
The proclamation elevates the work our Chapter members do and the work our Chapter does to advocate for Facilities Management.
Take a moment to pat yourself on the back for the work you’ve done in keeping buildings maintained in a safe manner during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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3RD ANNUAL CAROLINAS SUMMIT AND GALA
This is a final call to join the IFMA Carolina Chapters at the Grandover, June 16-17, 2022! Registration closes June 9th!
When: 6/16/2022 - 6/17/2022
Where: Grandover Resort, 1000 Club Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407
Come and join your fellow FM's and Service Providers for a day and night of education and celebration at our third annual IFMA Carolina's Summit and Gala. This event kicks off with the Educational Summit, followed by a cocktail reception and awards dinner where we will celebrate the leaders in the FM industry in the Carolinas. To honor the FM's that have led our industry through this bustling economy, any Facility Manager can attend this event for $40, regardless of whether they are an active chapter member or not. Service Providers who are active members of one of the five (5) Carolina chapters (Greenville SC, Upstate SC, Charlotte, Triad, Triangle) may purchase tickets for $175 each which provides full access to the educational sessions, cocktail reception and awards dinner and numerous opportunities for networking. Service Providers may also purchase tickets for additional members of their company who are not active members. Service Providers who do not have an active Chapter membership may not attend.
Register Here
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JULY GTC OF IFMA MONTHLY MEETING
The Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA is pleased to swear in our 2022-2023 Board and present an overview of the Chapter goals at our July 20th luncheon.
President -Ethan Tecklenberg, Jones Lang LaSalle
Vice President – Kellie Renzi, McDonald York Building Company
Secretary –Tyler Holmes, Piedmont Service Group
Treasurer –Tanya Blankenship, The 416 Group
Immediate Past President - Travis Dodson, American Board of Pediatrics
REGISTER HERE
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CFM QUESTION*
In a multi-floor, multi-tenant office building, a private stairwell built between 2 floors occupied by 1 tenant is:
A. Part of the building's common area
B. Part of the tenant's rentable area
C. Part of the tenant's usable area
D. Part of the floor's common area
*answer is at the bottom of the newsletter
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Answer to CFM Question: B |
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