Facilities management has become vital to the success of organizations today, as managing and maintaining facilities helps streamline operations, save money on repairs with regular maintenance, and improve the health and safety of workers. Effective facilities management teams increase efficiency and assist in developing strategic planning initiatives to cut costs and increase productivity.
From compliance to maintenance, facilities managers play a crucial role in the daily operations of organizations today.
To help your team increase facility management efficiency and efficacy, you should encourage them to attend professional development events and conferences. We’ve rounded up 50 of the top facilities management conferences from around the world to help you choose the events that are most relevant to your needs.
To make our list, the conferences had to be educational, well established, and highly reviewed. Here is our list of the best facility maintenance conferences you can attend.
1. WASBO Facilities Management Conference
@WisconsinASBO
February 4-5
Wisconsin Dells, WI
The Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials (WASBO) supports everyone serving on the business side of school operations throughout the state’s school districts. Their one-and-a-half-day conference offers classes designed for school facility, school operations and maintenance, and school business professionals. Attendees also enjoy visiting the resource area where service affiliates showcase products and services. The WASBO Facilities Management Conference also features 24 sessions covering maintenance, operations, and safety best practices for school facilities and business professionals, and breakout sessions cover topics such as legal issues involving access and use of school district property and building automation.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
2. LSFMA and NSPMA 2020 National Conference and Expo
@nspma
February 9-12
Myrtle Beach, SC
The National School Plant Management Association (NSPMA) strives for excellence in education through professional facility management. Their four-day conference and expo will take place in Myrtle Beach. Presentations will focus on a Facilities Masters track and over topics including facility management and preventive maintenance, energy management, green schools, and school safety. Speakers will cover a range of topics, and attendees will have the opportunity to network and participate in break-out sessions.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
3. Workplace Futures
@FM_Conference
February 20
London, UK
Workplace Futures 2020 carries with a unique theme: “Vision of Wellness.” This year’s conference will focus on a “more holistic understanding of people and buildings.” This one-day event covers a broad range of hot topics, such as policies and procedures, compliance, sourcing, general management, and much more. Organizers hope to provide attendees with powerful questions that will facilitate action and collaboration within the industry.
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4. FM Ireland 2020
@FMIexpo
March 3-4
Dublin, Ireland
FM Ireland’s Workplace & Facilities Expo is the largest event of its kind. This conference is free to attend and joins together buyers and decision-makers in FM, health and safety, fire safety, and security. You’ll find the latest industry solutions in one place, see new products and technology from leading vendors under one roof, and network with industry experts. FM Ireland also offers educational seminars on the latest FM issues and key insights from thought leaders and service providers.
Cost to Attend: FREE
5. New York Build 2020
@NewYorkBuild
March 3-4
New York, NY
New York Build is a leading construction and design expo focusing on the New York City and the tri-state area. Join attendees at the River Pavilion in the Javits Center to learn from key decision-makers and influencers in the construction and development sector. Specialized summits include sustainability, infrastructure, health and safety, flooding, and more. Attendees represent several sectors, such as plant and machinery, infrastructure, building, fire safety, sustainability, and interior and fit-out. You’ll have the chance to meet with more than 150 industry-leading suppliers and gain access to innovative solutions.
Cost to Attend: FREE
6. RFMA 2020
@RFMA
March 8-10
Denver, CO
The Restaurant Facility Management Association (RFMA) is the sole association created by and for restaurant facility management professionals. Their annual conference is slated to take place in Phoenix. Over the course of three days, you will build relationships, learn from speakers and education sessions, and share knowledge and network with peers, vendors, and other industry authorities while gathering new resources.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
7. NFMT 2020
@nfmt_conference
March 17-19
Baltimore, MD
The National Facilities Management and Technology (NFMT) Conference and Expo is the event where facility professionals come to learn. NFMT 2020 offers three days of education, networking opportunities, and an expo hall that can’t be beat. Your free registration gives you access to more than 125 educational sessions, the largest FM expo, facility tours, networking event, and more.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
8. ISC West
@ISCEvents
March 17-20
Las Vegas, NV
The International Security Conference & Exposition is a leading physical security event, showcasing the market dynamics of integration with cybersecurity, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), drones, and robots. ISC West is the largest security industry trade show in the United States, offering attendees the opportunity to network with more than 30,000 security professionals through new products and technologies from more than 1,000 exhibitors and brands. Learn more about securing your facilities and the technologies to help you do it at ISC West.
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9. World Workplace Europe
@IFMA
March 18-20
Amsterdam, Netherlands
World Workplace Europe, a facilities conferences organized by the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), is in the process of organizing its 2020 spring Amsterdam-based conference. So far, the Association has released an exciting schedule that includes dozens of educational sessions, plenty of networking opportunities, and a powerful closing keynote. On the last day of the conference, attendees will have the chance to partake in tours of some of the most cutting-edge facilities the city has to offer.
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10. GLOBALCON 2020 Conference and Expo
@AEE
March 21-22
Boston, MA
Presented by the Association of Energy Engineers, a nonprofit professional energy engineering society, GLOBALCON is a conference that provides the latest hands-on information for improving your energy management program. Attendees quickly get up to speed on the latest innovative technologies available and learn from industry and government leaders who speak about strategic energy directions of global importance. The two-day conference program takes place in conjunction with a full series of AEE training seminars that qualify for CEU, PDH, and AEE credits toward recertification.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
11. 2020 PDC Summit
@ASHEAHA
March 22-25
San Antonio, TX
The American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) and the American Hospital Association (AHA) present the PDC Summit, an event that welcomes senior leaders in all areas of healthcare planning, design, and construction to focus on creating value for the healthcare-built environment. Attendees connect with colleagues and network to learn innovative strategies for increasing the flexibility of healthcare. Pre-conference programs also are available for an additional fee and contact hours or CEUs; see the pricing page for more information.
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12. NESEA BulidingEnergy Boston
@NESEA_org
March 23-24
Boston, MA
The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) advances sustainable building and energy practices in the Northeast and connects professionals to ideas, opportunities, and one another. Their Building Energy Boston event is a conference and trade show that is considered a leading event for professionals and practitioners in high-performance building, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. Join more than 2,000 FM professionals, industry leaders, and emerging professionals to learn and share ideas and insights. The new trade show format features 60 exhibitors.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
13. Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) Conference
@IWFM_UK
March 24
London, England
The IWFM Conference 2020 is IWFM’s flagship workplace and facilities management industry event. The IWFM was officially established in 2018 and since has supported its community of over 17,000 professionals worldwide through workshops, programs, and other events. Building on the success of last year’s conference, the 2020 gathering will bring together speakers, experts, and a diverse group of attendees to discuss the opportunities and challenges that are facing the workplace and facilities management industry.
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14. Texas Association of Healthcare Facilities Management 2020 Conference
@tahfm
March 29-April 1
Fort Worth, TX
The Texas Association of Healthcare Facilities Management (TAHFM) is the state chapter representing the American Society of Healthcare Engineering & Association for the Healthcare Environment. Their annual Interlink conference will take place at The Westin Houston, Memorial City and focus on the opportunities and problems that are unique to healthcare facilities managers. Interlink 2020 will deliver quality content, opportunities to discuss emerging issues and best practices, and networking time with colleagues, vendors, and consultants across a range of healthcare issues. The multi-track program is designed for facility managers, project managers, engineering and maintenance personnel, administrators, safety officers, risk managers, architects, and engineers. this year, Interlink will feature a compliance, operations, and a quality improvement track.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
15. FM Strategic Sourcing: Effective Contracts and ISO 41012
@BIFM_UK
TBA
Manchester, United Kingdom
The Professional Body for Facilities Management (BIFM) promotes excellence in FM for the benefit of practitioners, the economy, and society. The BIFM Academy offers a two-day course, FM Strategic Sourcing: effective contracts and ISO 41012, to help you develop your ability to think strategically using the latest tools of strategic business management and gain insights to improve your FM strategies and gain a competitive advantage. This course includes refreshments and lunch.
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16. Central Valley Facilities Expo
@Facilities_Expo
April 1-2
Modesto, CA
The Facilities Expo connects facilities, maintenance, and energy managers with local industry experts. The Central Valley Facilities Expo features Managing Green Buildings and addresses the needs of facilities engineering, maintenance, and energy management professionals from a broad range of industries. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet with representatives offering cost-effective, cutting-edge, reliable products and solutions in the exhibit hall on both days.
Cost to Attend: FREE
17. CxEnergy 2020 Conference & Expo
@ACG_Cx
April 6-9
San Diego, CA
The AABC Commissioning Group (ACG) is a non-profit association dedicated to advancing independent third-party commissioning professionals. They host CxEnergy, a premier conference and exposition for building commissioning and energy management. Many attendees choose to participate in pre-conference seminars and certification opportunities prior to the main conference for certification opportunities. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the expanded exhibit hall with the latest technologies, attend more technical sessions by industry experts, and enjoy relationship-building opportunities at CxEnergy 2020.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
18. World Workplace Asia 2020 Conference and Expo
@IFMA
April 7-9
Singapore
World Workplace Asia 2020 Conference and Expo, the preeminent Asia-based facilities conference, will be held at the Marina Bay Sands Resort in Singapore. Organized by the IFMA, the event is set to attract the top FM specialists working both in Asia and internationally. This year’s conference is entitled “Future FM,” and includes hot topics such as Smart FM, operations and maintenance, real estate, and many more.
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19. IFMA Facility Fusion 2020 Conference & Expo
@IFMA
April 14-16
San Francisco, CA
IFMA Facility Fusion Conference & Expo promises to deliver a dynamic, multi-dimensional experience. Explore strategies, tactics, operations, and soft services as you join industry innovators, workplace game changers, emerging professionals, and mid-to-senior-level facility managers to discuss and understand the multiple layers of FM.
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20. Northwest Facilities Expo
@Facilities_Expo
April 15-16
Portland, OR
The Northwest Facilities Expo will be held at the Oregon Convention Center. Known as “the event that connects it all,” the Northwest Facilities Expo is designed to meet the facilities engineering, maintenance, and energy management needs of attendees from across a variety of industries including aerospace, education, healthcare, finance, and others. Enjoy free admission to the exhibit hall and educational sessions at this facilities management conference while learning about cost-cutting solutions and the latest technologies.
Cost to Attend: FREE
21. CONNEX2020
@PRSMAssociation
April 20-22
Orlando, FL
The Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association (PRSM), the authority on multi-site retail facilities management, empowers professionals by delivering industry-best practice, education, forums, and partnership. Their national conference takes place in Orlando and offers best-in-class education sessions and networking events. This is the largest multi-site retail and restaurant FM conference, and it hosts more than 300 qualified exhibitors under one roof. Attendees especially enjoy the added networking and educational opportunities, including professional development workshops, golf, charity events, hockey, and more.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
22. Healthcare Facilities Management Forum
April 21-22
San Diego, CA
The Healthcare Facilities Management Forum is designed specifically for managers, directors, and VPs of healthcare facilities who have projects in the pipeline and actively are sourcing solutions. Over the course of two action-packed days, attendees will meet one-on-one with solution providers, attend workshops and sessions, and network with peers from leading companies.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
23. Total Facilities
@totalfm_au
April 21-23
Melbourne, Australia
Total Facilities is billed as “the single most important business event for Australia’s facilities management and building-related industries.” The event will focus on finding intelligent solutions and strategies to create smarter buildings and future-proof facilities for the new era. Attendees immerse themselves in two days of discussion and discovery of all things FM. For 2020, Total Facilities’ product categories include cleaning and maintenance, software and technology, fit out and space planning, FM services and providers, HVAC/R, green FM, security, and health and safety.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
24. Research Facilities Conference
@TradelineInc
April 23-24
Scottsdale, Arizona
The Research Facilities Conference will cover numerous aspects of laboratory design, planning, and construction. Research activities across nearly every industry are evolving rapidly and the technology, metrics, and workspace requirements continue to change each year. This conference will include numerous opportunities for discussions and benchmarking with lab planning experts and peer research organizations. It remains an important event for project managers, facility managers, architects, engineers, and other professionals working on research facility development.
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25. BuildingsNY
@BuildingsNY
April 28-29
New York, NY
BuildingsNY is a premier show for building owners and managers, facility and property managers, engineers, and others who are looking for solutions for building and maintaining smart, efficient buildings. Enjoy free continuing education opportunities to help you get up to date on the latest codes, regulations, and trends in the industry.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
26. The Facilities Event
@FacilitiesEvent
April 28-30
Birmingham, United Kingdom
The Facilities Event is a facilities management conference that provides the FM community with the opportunity to join senior decision-makers and engage influencers from across the UK’s industrial, commercial, and public sectors. The event also offers a range of educational content and exhibitors, making it a must-attend event for facilities professionals. Join 5,000 visitors and visit 200 exhibitors while experiencing 20 hours of free conferences and seminars and 30 outstanding speakers at The Facilities Event.
Cost to Attend: FREE
27. FM: Systems User Conference 2020
@FM_Systems
April 28-May 1
Asheville, NC
FM: Systems provides a range of solutions to help facilities managers and real estate professionals deliver better customer service, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Their annual user conference welcomes new and existing customers in addition to business partners and is the ideal place to learn more about current facility management trends and innovations. The user conference also gives attendees the opportunity to learn best practices from industry leaders and see the latest FM: Interact technologies.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
28. Tradeline University Facilities 2020 Conference
@TradelineInc
May 4-5
St. Petersburg, FL
Tradeline delivers highly acclaimed conferences on facility and space planning, building design, construction, and financial thinking for capital efficiency and productivity. Their University Facilities 2020 Conference centers on capital projects and space planning for high resource utilization, collaboration, cost reduction, and more. Enjoy attending insightful sessions, hearing from featured speakers, touring special facilities, and visiting with exhibitors at the Tradeline University Facilities 2020 Conference.
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29. Southern California Facilities Expo
@Facilities_Expo
May 5-6
Anaheim, CA
The Southern California Facilities Expo will take place in May 2020 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Join facility management leaders to learn how to address your facilities engineering, maintenance, and energy management needs at this FM conference free of charge. You’ll also network with peers, gain valuable education and insights, and connect with exhibitors to learn more about cutting-edge products and cost-effective, local solutions to your facilities management challenges.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
30. CleanMed Orlando
@CleanMed
May 12-14
Orlando, FL
CleanMed 2020 is the premier environmental conference for leaders in healthcare sustainability. Connect with others who are on the leading edge of making the healthcare sector greener and with those who are forging the way for implementing sustainable projects, green building design, and environmentally preferable purchasing.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
31. Facilities Show
@Facilities_Show
May 19-21
London, United Kingdom
The United Kingdom’s largest FM event, Facilities Show celebrates and supports the industry in partnership with BIFM. This conference is curated to help facility managers advance while remaining compliant as the industry progresses. Inspiring excellence in facility management, Facilities Show includes more than 280 exhibitors and 11,450 attendees from more than 40 countries.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
32. ISSA Show Canada
@ISSAShowCanada
June 10-11
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
ISSA Show Canada is a leading trade show and conference for professionals working in the Canadian facility and cleaning markets. This event represents a partnership between ISSA, IFMA, and MediaEdge’s Real Estate Management Industry (REMI) Network. The focus of the 2020 gathering will be The Impact of Technology on Building Cleaning & Wellness, and attendees will get a first-hand look at the latest technology that is available. The event also will also feature educational programs including opportunities for training and industry certifications.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
33. InfoComm 2020
@InfoComm
June 13-19
Las Vegas, NV
InfoComm is known as the “largest, most exciting event in North America focused on the pro-AV industry, with more than 1,000 exhibitors, thousands of products, and more than 44,000 attendees from more than 110 countries.” Learn about the latest products in unified communications, display, video, control, security, digital signage, and more.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
34. NFPA Conference & Expo
@NFPA
June 15-18
Orlando, FL
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will hold its annual conference and expo in Orlando in June of 2020. This conference and expo is one of the largest, most comprehensive fire, electrical, and life safety events. Attendees gain valuable insights from industry experts and learn about new products and solutions at the NFPA Conference & Expo.
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35. RICS Strategic Facilities Management Conference
@RICSnews
June 16
London, United Kingdom
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is an independent body committed to setting and upholding the highest standards of excellence and integrity in land, property, and construction. Their Strategic Facilities Management Conference is a one-day event focusing on the future of FM. Past conferences have focused on defining the future of FM, emerging smart technologies, and Big Data and AI.
Cost to Attend: €260 + VAT
36. 2020 BOMA International Conference
@BOMAConference
June 27-30
Philadelphia, PA
Presented by Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International and BUILDINGS, BOMA 2020 International Conference & Expo will take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn, connect, and grow at this FM conference, which features a full schedule of new educational content, the latest technology and innovative solutions, and prime networking opportunities.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
37. SAME Facilities Management Workshop
July 29-31
San Antonio, TX
Held at the Westin in San Antonio’s historic Riverwalk district, the SAME-IFMA Facilities Management Workshop features an intensive two-day course offering that covers an important range of topics, from basics, like best practices, to the complex, like strategic sourcing. SAME and IFMA have invited the top practitioners, topic experts, educators, authors, and students working in the field of facilities management.
Cost: Contact for attendance cost
38. APPA 2020: Annual Conference and Exhibition
@APPA_facilities
August 1-3
Boston, MA
The APPA is dedicated to leadership in educational facilities. Their annual conference and exhibition is an international event centering on best practices used around the world. Hear from more than 100 presenters and join facilities officers, directors, and managers to identify and discuss the most current, pressing challenges facing educational facilities and determine the path forward.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
39. 57th ASHE Annual Conference & Technical Exhibition
@ASHEAHA
August 2-5
Chicago, IL
The ASHE Annual Conference & Technical Exhibition is the 57th installment of this annual FM conference. Connect with colleagues and prepare yourself for future trends and challenges in healthcare while joining more than 4,000 professionals to get the latest information on best practices for efficiency, sustainability, emergency preparedness, and other critical topics like compliance, codes and standards updates, and emerging trends.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
40. CFTA 2020
@CFTAorg
August 4-7
Ogden, UT
The Campus FM Technology Association (CFTA) will hold their annual conference at Weber State University in summer 2020. The conference kicks off August 4 with a welcome session, keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and the business partner solutions showcase. Get ready for an all-member meeting, campus tour, special event, unconference, roundtable discussions, and much more.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
41. ASIS 2020
@ASIS_Intl
September 21-23
Atlanta, GA
The leading association for security management professionals around the globe, ASIS International will hold its 65th annual seminar and exhibits in Atlanta in 2020. ASIS is considered the premier event for the security industry because it addresses the most pressing priorities and issues for facilities and security management professionals. Learn from expert-led case studies, deep dives, panel discussions, Impact Learning sessions, keynotes, and more at ASIS 2020.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
42. Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo
@hcarefacilities
September 22-24
Long Beach, CA
The Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo (HFSE) connects stakeholders responsible for planning, design, construction, and operations of healthcare environments. HFSE 2020 will take place in Long Beach and will welcome architects, healthcare providers, facility managers, interior designers, contractors, engineers, clinicians, and researchers. Speakers cover a range of disciplines to deliver a well-rounded point of view while delivering inspirational keynotes, informative case studies, and insightful instructional sessions. You will gain takeaways that you can implement in your current and upcoming projects when you attend HFSE 2020.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
43. IFMA’s World Workplace
@IFMA
September 30-October 2
Chicago, IL
The IFMA World Workplace conference is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2020 at McCormick Place in Chicago. “FM decision makers and influencers choose World Workplace to advance their skills, add to their team, and expand their inventory with game-changing products and services.” After a near-record-breaking number of attendees in 2019, IFMA World Workplace 2020 is sure to be an event you don’t want to miss in 2020.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
44. Critical Facilities Summit
@CFSummit
TBA
TBA
The Critical Facilities Summit is an event for mission-critical facilities, design, construction, and management. The 2020 installment of this FM conference will take place in the fall of 2020. Enjoy more than two days of unbeatable networking, education, and product discovery with other senior-level professionals who are responsible for designing, constructing, managing, and operating all mission-critical facilities.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
45. Facilities Management Summit Cleveland 2020
@ForumEventsUSA
October 5-7
Cleveland, OH
The Facilities Management Summit is three days of action with educational and networking opportunities geared towards FM professionals of all experience levels. Attendees will have the chance to schedule one-on-one sessions with solution providers, all of which can be scheduled strategically and in advance.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
46. NACS Show 2020
@NACSonline
October 11-14
Las Vegas, NV
The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) represents the global convenience and fuel retailing industry. Their 2020 show will take place in October in Las Vegas. The NACS Show joins more than 23,500 industry stakeholders from around the globe and features a 400,000 square foot expo segmented into six categories: fuel equipment and services, food equipment and foodservice programs, candy/snacks, facility development, and store operations, merchandise, and technology. Participate in the educational sessions to take a deep-dive into specific industry topics covering nearly any topic, including store size specifics.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
47. Animal Research Facilities Conference
@TradelineInc
October 15-16
Austin, Texas
The Animal Research Facilities Conference has been held for over 30 consecutive years and remains a great forum for discussing the latest technology, best practices, and developments within the industry. Topics featured during the event include new facility equipment innovations, LEAN operating models, and recent lab space designs. This conference is well suited for veterinarians, facility managers, animal resource managers, biosafety engineers, and other professionals developing plans for animal research facility expansions, compliance, and programs.
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48. ISSA Show North America
@ISSAworldwide
October 26-29
Chicago, IL
ISSA is the worldwide cleaning industry association that offers the industry’s largest cleaning shows around the globe. The ISSA Show North America will be held in Chicago. Facilities management and maintenance professionals will have the opportunity to see the latest offerings at the world’s largest trade show for the cleaning and maintenance industry at the ISSA Show North America Chicago 2020.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
49. Greenbuild
@Greenbuild
TBA
TBA
Greenbuild joins together industry leaders, experts, and frontline FM professionals dedicated to sustainable building. Attendees report being better equipped to return to their jobs with a renewed passion and purpose after experiencing Greenbuild.
Cost to Attend: Contact for attendance cost
50. Facility Executive Live!
@facilityexec
TBA
TBA
Facility Executive keeps facility management professionals up to date on the latest practices, products, and services in the field. This one-day conference is informative and provides insight and practical solutions to the most pressing issues facing FM professionals today. Attendees will hear from industry experts about the latest trends and strategies, network with peers and other industry professionals, and discover the latest solutions to improve your facility’s performance. You’ll also be able to use your participation to earn points toward your CFM professional recertification, and all sessions are approved for CPD points offered by BOMI International.
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