Hello Everyone!  

Since joining GTC of IFMA in 2013, I have been a part of some amazing opportunities and got to meet a lot of wonderful people. We are all not just acquaintances, colleagues, or friends, “We Are Family”! Without this opportunity, I would not have been able to navigate through the different levels of our organization beginning with committee member and chair of Networking & Events, 2015 Professional Member, Treasurer, Vice President and now President.

I am very excited for the 2019-2020 year!  We have a lot scheduled such as great educational events, tours, socials, community events, and the Chapter Appreciation event. Please know that all these events wouldn’t be possible without our great sponsors. On behalf of all the Professional Members, I can’t thank you all enough for all that you do.

 With that said, "WE ARE FAMILY. AND FAMILY TAKES CARE OF EACH OTHER." - Corey Taylor

Justin Barber
Highwood Properties
President 2019-2020

GTC OF IFMA JULY MONTHLY MEETING
Join the Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA on Wednesday, July 10th at 11:30AM for our next monthly meeting featuring Measuring Utilization: From Traditional to Techie, Three Methods for Uncovering Your Number.

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

 SPEAKERS 

DAVID STEPHENSON BIO


TIM WALTERS BIO

TOPIC
Measuring Utilization
It is common knowledge in our industry that most organizations have an office space utilization rate around 60%. If your leadership asked you what your utilization rate is, how would answer them? Join Tim Walters and David Stephenson, CFM from Little as they discuss three approaches to measuring utilization and the pros and cons of each. They will also present a case study that yielded substantial cost savings through the application of occupancy sensors.

REGISTER

Registration Deadline is Friday, July 5th!

GTC OF IFMA RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE COMMUNITY OUTREACH
The Community Outreach Committee had a great event serving dinner at the Ronald McDonald House on Friday, June 14, 2019. The menu featured ribeye steak, baked potatoes with all the fixings, fresh salad, steamed vegetables, and even spaghetti and sauce. Several families came to eat with us and others made to-go plates to take back to their rooms.  In typical facility management fashion, the ice cream truck broke down, but we quickly recovered with fresh ice cream bars delivered just in the nick of time.  We also acquired $320 in donations at the June luncheon and collected several supplies to donate to the house.  Overall the event was a great success!  

2019-2020 GTC OF IFMA BOARD
Congratulations to our newly elected GTC of IFMA 2019-2020 Board!  They will be sworn in at our July 10th monthly meeting.

President:  
Justin Barber
Property Manager, Highwoods Properties

Vice President:  
Angel Bond
VP of Commercial Accounts, RestorePro Reconstruction

Treasurer: 
Ed Boyle
Senior Property Manager, Highwoods Properties

Secretary:
Haley Hough
Application Specialist|Workplace Consulting, Little

Immediate Past President:  
Cristine Karasek, CFM, SFP
Consultant

This program allows our Chapter to provide professional development opportunities, exciting and innovative programs, and networking events for our members. 

The generous sponsorships fund the majority of programming and operations for the Chapter. We are extremely thankful for the support of all sponsors!

**Please note that on the Diamond, Ruby, and Onyx sponsorship, the 2018-2019 sponsors have first right of refusal!**
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

The Professional Development Committee is sponsoring scholarships to attend World Workplace 2019.

Here are some highlights of the event and expo:

1) Find out what's on the horizon and take away proven strategies from the most reliable resources for facility management.
2) Discuss shared workplace challenges with professional peers.
3) Exchange ideas with topic experts.
4) Consult with knowledgeable product and service providers to find the best solutions for your facilities.

If interested, please complete the application form by Friday, July 26^th and send to Chapter Administrator Candi McDowell for Committee review.