IFMA EXISTS FOR THOSE WHO PRACTICE, SERVICE OR OUTSOURCE FACILITY MANAGEMENT BY:

IFMA’S GOALS ARE THE BASIS FOR THE ASSOCIATION'S STRATEGIES, TACTICS, AND DAILY ACTIVITIES:

• Forecast and direct the course of facility management
• Provide superior facility-related education, information and interaction
• Create greater awareness and recognition for facility management
• Guide the growth of the facility management industry

HOW DOES MEMBERSHIP IN IFMA BENEFIT ME?

• Increased opportunities to broaden skills and knowledge in all FM-related areas
• Networking with professionals locally and globally
• Access to IFMA research, reports, publications and conferences
• Participation in chapters and councils, offering both personal and professional growth

• Increased efficiency and productivity in its facility management team
• Ability to identify strengths and weaknesses through benchmarking studies
• Reduced liability risks by keeping staff informed of important issues and legislation affecting the workplace
• Access to state-of-the-art, cost-effective product and service solutions to meet your diverse workplace needs
• IFMA is the most direct channel of communication between you and the FM world.

IFMA SUPPORTS THE INDUSTRY'S PRACTIONERS AND SUPPLIERS THROUGH:

TOP 5 REASONS TO BELONG TO AN IFMA CHAPTER

1. Local networking with professional peers
A unique forum for FM professionals to network locally with their peers,
chapters provide many avenues for professional and personal development
through regular educational meetings, social functions and community
activities.

2. Chapter-specific member resources
In addition to information and tools available through your IFMA membership,
chapters offer resources specific to your local interests. Many chapters
maintain their own Web sites, publish newsletters and local membership
directories, and provide employment referral services. Chapter resources are
important to your career growth, industry knowledge and networking.

3. Best practice sharing with local peers
Through chapter Web sites, meetings and events, you have the opportunity to
talk with peers about workplace challenges and pose industry-related
questions, receiving timely answers.

4. Local professional development programs
Chapters sponsor IFMA educational seminars, offer round table and panel
discussions, and present "hot topic" speakers to members. Chapters also
organize certification study groups designed for members planning to take
IFMA's CFM exam. Peer support and knowledge sharing contribute to enhancing
your professional development.

5. Leadership opportunities
Chapter committees and leadership positions allow members to contribute in
areas such as program and event planning, marketing, Web development and
member recruitment. As a source of personal development, participation as a
chapter leader or organizer is highly rewarding.