Dear GTC IFMA members, Here is what’s been on my mind for the upcoming month: by Merriam-Webster’s definition, it’s a person or an organization that pays for or plans and carries out a project or activity; usually in return for advertising time during its course. In other words, SPONSORSHIP. That definition makes it sound kind of cut [...]
Dear GTC IFMA members, I am very excited to have been given the opportunity to serve as Chapter President for the 2018-2019 term. I came to this role at a rather late point in my Facility Management career, having been a member for almost 20 years. A couple of years ago, I was getting ready [...]
Time marches forward and our transition has begun! As I begin my time as ‘Immediate Past President’, I could not be prouder of your 2017-18 leadership team and know that we are in great hands with the incoming board. Cris Karasek had the idea of writing this President’s message together – what a great idea [...]
As my year serving as President begins to wind down, I can’t help but begin to think about what the Chapter has achieved and my appreciation for the people that have done it. My goal was to inspire volunteerism. As our Membership committee will tell you - the best way to get the most of out [...]
The Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA is pleased to present our Board slate for the 2018-2019 election: Cristine Karasek CFM, SFP - President Justin Barber, Highwoods Properties - Vice President Amanda Frendberg, Carolina Restoration Services - Treasurer Haley Conover, Little - Secretary Member votes must be in by Friday, April 20, 2018. VOTE HERE Thanks for taking [...]
Are you ready for some professional development? Are you thinking of beginning your journey toward your FMP this year? It’s a big undertaking so take advantage of the first two-day class being hosted by the Chapter. The course will be offered Thursday, April 12th and Friday, April 13th with more details below. The Greater Triangle Chapter [...]
Did you know that the Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA provides the largest single IFMA Foundation education scholarship in the United States? – just one of the things we learned at our last meeting! Everyone enjoyed the energy in the room during our January meeting at the Mayton Inn. It was both an interesting venue [...]
Happy New Year to all our members, sponsors, and volunteers! Special thanks to everyone who participated in our very successful Toys for Tots drive. Truly enjoyed the great feedback we received on our December program, and I’m looking forward to starting off 2018 with our January 10th meeting on Making FM the Career of Choice [...]
I want to take this opportunity to thank our Chapter membership for the very strong showing at our Membership Appreciation Event that was recently held at the Angus Barn Pavilion. It was a great evening of camaraderie in a very comfortable environment. Our team that works throughout the year in developing these events was very [...]
President's Message As October turns to November, the Chapter continues to move forward on several exciting fronts! For those who missed our first ever Professional Members Only Speaker Series event held in early October, we had a strong program by Joseph Buri, Director of Facility Services for Southeastern Health, a great lunch and a fun [...]
President's Message Fresh, interesting and efficient - not words that instantly jump to the mind of anyone who engages with our Chapter website recently, right? Like everything, without the investment of resources, the only guarantee is a downward trend over time. Your Board has approved funding for a complete website overhaul this year so keep [...]
President's Message We are currently wrapping up our Annual Sponsorship drive, and we are overwhelmed by the enthusiasm the business community has shown in support of our Chapter. A heartfelt thank you to all that have contributed and to Laura Shaw for organizing this effort. Well done! As I am writing, Hurricane Harvey’s full impact [...]
President's Message Your Greater Triangle Chapter of IFMA Board was truly overwhelmed by the number of members that have indicated they are interested in getting more involved in the Chapter and to that end we are excited to be hosting the 2017 Volunteer Appreciation and Get to Know the Committees Event! Every member is invited to [...]
President's Message Is ‘Projectizing’ a word? A warm welcome to our newest members and Happy New Year to our returning members and sponsors - thank you for all you do to continue to keep our Chapter strong! We are back from our 2017-18 Planning Session and the swearing-in of your new Board. I want to [...]