Dear GTC IFMA members,
We’re fortunate to live in an area in which the Facility Management profession is experiencing rapid growth. There are lots of workers that are relatively new to the Facility Management profession, as well as our more seasoned professionals, who both want and need to keep their skills current. 

“The illiterate of the 21^st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn”. ~ Alvin Toffler

Isn’t that the truth?!  The IFMA GTC’s responsibility in times like these (or any time, really) is stated right there on our website “…to seek to serve as the ultimate resource and representative for the Facility Management profession”.

We fulfill that responsibility by providing a variety of educational opportunities. Our Professional Development Committee will soon be offering the final two Facility Management Professional (FMP) classes; our Golf Committee is planning the annual Mike Bradley Memorial Golf Tournament to fund scholarships for students studying Facility Management-related degree programs; and our Global Workforce Initiative (GWI) Committee is working with IFMA National on specific ways we can provide pathways to Facility Management careers in NC.

On a smaller scale, our Chapter offers several informational presentations each year and coordinates tours of new and renovated buildings featuring the newest construction technology. At least once a year, we offer a “Professionals Only” program to highlight timely Facility Management-related issues and solutions.  We offer an IFMA GTC orientation session (the next one is scheduled for March 6) to help new members navigate their way around our organization and make educated decisions on which committee may best serve their interests.  That’s reinforced by an annual “Committee Fair” to provide even more detail on volunteer opportunities.  It’s a great way to get to know fellow IFMA GTC members.

Do you know a fellow Facility Manager that would benefit from our educational opportunities and support?  As an Associate Member, have you recently met a Facility Manager that you feel could benefit from being a Professional Member of the IFMA GTC?  In either case, invite them to one of our luncheon meetings…it’s free the first time.  We think they’d like what they see and hear, as well as who they meet there!

Cris Karasek
President 2018-2019

GTC OF IFMA FEBRUARY TOUR
Please join the GTC of IFMA on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 4:00PM for a tour of the Duke Clinical Research Center, 200 Morris Street, Durham, NC followed by a social at Hi-Wire Brewing, 800 Taylor Street, Durham, NC!

As a part of the Duke University School of Medicine, the Duke Clinical Research Institute is known for conducting groundbreaking multinational clinical trials, managing major national patient registries, and performing landmark outcomes research.  The Director of Facilities is GTC of IFMA Past President David Sielaty, CFM.

When:  Wednesday, February 13th at 4:00PM with Social to Follow

FACILITY ADDRESS: Duke Clinical Research Institute,
200 Morris Street, Durham, NC

SOCIAL FOLLOWING TOUR:  Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, 800 Taylor Street, Durham, NC

Registration Deadline:  Friday, February 8, 2019

SIGN UP HERE

GTC of IFMA FMP TRAINING- PROJECT MANAGEMENT COMPONENT
The Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA will sponsor the Project Management component of the Facility Management Professional (FMP) credential program from March 14-15, 2019.  

The FMP credential is earned by the successful completion of the coursework and online testing for each of the four component courses; Leadership & Strategy, Operations & Maintenance, Finance & Business and Project Management.  The Chapter will also be offering the final component Finance & Business from May 16-17.  Please note that the FMP Course content will be modified effective July 2019!

The FMP credential is appropriate for individuals currently working in Facilities Management or those who support the profession and want a better understanding of the basic core functions.  The instructor for this course will be Chapter member and IFMA Fellow Buck Fisher.

What:   FMP Project Management Course
When: March 14-15, 2019 from 8:30am-5:00pm
Where:  YMCA of the Triangle Corporate Offices, 801 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27607 
Fee:  $495 (members) and $595 (non-members)

REGISTER

For course registration or additional information on the course or the FMP credential contact Buck Fisher, FMP, CFM, IFMA Fellow or call 919-291-4575.

Registration Deadline:  Thursday, February 28, 2019     

TOYS FOR TOTS A SUCCESS!
The GTC of IFMA Community Outreach Committee is pleased to announce they distributed and collected back 11 Toys for Tots boxes from our member companies.  We also had one box filled at the Member Appreciation dinner at Angus Barn along with 4 small bicycles. The Marines Toy for Tots program was pleased to receive all of the games, dolls, sports balls, action figures, and other toys to help spread the holiday magic to those less fortunate.

Overall we estimate a count of 1500 toys collected from our IFMA team!  Thanks to all of our membership for making the toy drive a success in 2018!

Location: PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC  27607 

SPEAKER:  Leigh-Kathryn Bonner  Leigh-Kathryn Bonner Bio

DESCRIPTION:  Leigh-Kathryn is the 25-year old founder and CEO of Bee Downtown. As a fourth generation beekeeper, she and her “buzzing” startup are setting the standard for corporate sustainability and employee engagement by installing and maintaining beehives on the campuses of many of the United States’ largest and most well-known companies. 

When: Wednesday, March 6, 2019 from 11:30AM - 1:00PM
Where: PNC Arena-Arena Club, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 
Registration Deadline:  Friday, March 1, 2019

REGISTER HERE

GTC of IFMA MEMBER ORIENTATION AND GET TO KNOW THE COMMITTEES EVENT
Come learn how to get more involved in the Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA on March 6th at 10:30AM at PNC Arena in the Varsity Room prior to our luncheon at our Get to Know the Committees Event! 

All members are invited to learn more about the committees that are making the Chapter successful.   This is your opportunity to engage, join a committee and develop meaningful personal and professional relationships.  

When and Where:  Wednesday, March 6th prior to the Luncheon at 10:30AM
PNC Arena - Varsity Room, 1400 Edwards Mills Road, Raleigh, NC 27607

TOURNAMENT DATE:  Wednesday, April 24, 2019
11:00AM Registration with 1:00PM Shotgun Start 
LOCATION:  Lochmere Golf Club, 2511 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27518

Both player and sponsorship registration will open on Thursday, March 7th at 9:00AM in CVENT for the upcoming golf tournament!

Members will receive two CVENT invitations in your email - one to register for twosomes and one for sponsorships.

Reminders:
1) No company will be allowed to register for more than a foursome.  
2) While registering your twosomes (if you wish to register for a foursome, you would register for 2 twosomes), please include the player names and handicaps if available.
3) If you are an IFMA Annual Sponsor and receive a twosome or foursome, you do not need to register them in CVENT, but please send your player names and handicaps to Todd Taintor.