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This is the Place to Be

Are you an IFMA Component Leader? This experience is designed specifically for you!
First time joining us? Discover why leaders keep coming back: 

Get Actionable Strategies You Can Use Immediately
Walk away with practical, peer-driven solutions and AI-driven tools you can implement the moment you return. No theory — just real-world tactics that drive results for your component. 

Connect with a Global Network of Leaders
Build meaningful relationships with fellow chapter, council, and community leaders who understand your challenges. Create a powerful support system that extends far beyond the conference. 

Elevate Your Leadership at Any Level
Whether you're new to leadership or a seasoned veteran, gain fresh insights and essential skills that will transform you into the leader your component needs to thrive in today's evolving FM landscape. 
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Connect with your Community

Join us at Facility Fusion® 2026 for IFMA’s Component Leader Training—a focused leadership experience for chapter, council and community leaders. Kick off with pre-conference, peer-driven sessions to strengthen your component, then continue with tailored leadership sessions woven into the main conference. Explore strategic planning, member engagement, AI tools, best practices and hands-on leadership skills, all with actionable takeaways. Whether you’re new or experienced, you’ll leave with fresh insights, practical tools, and connections to help your component thrive.
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Connect with your Community
Join us at Facility Fusion® 2026 for IFMA’s Component Leader Training—a focused leadership experience for chapter, council and community leaders. Kick off with pre-conference, peer-driven sessions to strengthen your component, then continue with tailored leadership sessions woven into the main conference. Explore strategic planning, member engagement, AI tools, best practices and hands-on leadership skills, all with actionable takeaways. Whether you’re new or experienced, you’ll leave with fresh insights, practical tools, and connections to help your component thrive.

ACTIVITIES FOR YOU! 

Please note that program details may be subject to change.

1:00 p.m. → 2:00 p.m.
Strategic Planning for Board Continuity in a Changing Landscape

Build leadership that lasts. Explore how chapters can plan ahead to develop future board leaders through mentorship, recognition and a clear path to the presidency. Learn how one chapter is successfully growing its presidential pipeline.

Takeaways:

  • How to inspire volunteerism and a growth mindset
  • Ways to strengthen community through leadership initiatives
  • Steps to define and support the path to chapter president
  • Recognition strategies that motivate and retain leaders
Brent Ward, CFM, FMP, SFP, CFT
Business Owner, Left Coast Facilities Consulting I Board of Trustees, IFMA Foundation
2:00 p.m. → 3:00 p.m.
ChatGPT as Your New Committee Member: The Cyborg Mindset

Learn how to embed AI into component operations using the Cyborg Mindset™ a model for ethical, transparent adoption. See how ChatGPT can streamline agendas, events, and communication, freeing leaders to focus on strategy and connection.

Takeaways:

  • Integrate AI ethically into leadership roles
  • Improve clarity, productivity, and planning
  • Align AI use with IFMA standards
Tim Burdge, MSFM, FMP
Associate Partner - Science & Technology, Syska Hennessy Group I President, IFMA Greater NYC Chapter
3:00 p.m. → 4:00 p.m.
Leading with Limited Resources: How Chapters Thrive hosted by IFMA Sacramento Chapter

Running a chapter with no administrative support is challenging, but achievable. This session offers practical tools and strategies for volunteer-led chapters to operate smoothly, engage members, expand programming and stay visible. Leave with ready-to-use ideas to streamline operations and increase your chapter’s impact.

Key Takeaways:

  • Strategies to manage and grow with limited resources
  • Smarter event planning, communication and sponsorship tactics
  • Tools to support volunteers and ensure continuity
  • A clear path for sustainable growth and engagement
Angel Greco
Business Development Manager, Allied Universal I President, IFMA Sacramento Chapter
Randy Glaeser, SFP
Operations Manager, Kitchell Facilities Management I VP, IFMA Sacramento Chapter
Jennifer Geordge
Vice President, Pacific Pavement Maintenance I Treasurer, IFMA Sacramento Chapter
Heather Daley
Director of Facilities Management, State Compensation Insurance Fund I Secretary, IFMA Sacramento Chapter
4:00 p.m. → 5:00 p.m.
Member Engagement

How do we turn first-time attendees into dedicated leaders? This panel explores the full IFMA member journey from first event to volunteer to component leader. Learn what’s working across components to deepen engagement, boost retention and inspire leadership. Panelists will share effective strategies and real-world examples that foster lasting involvement and community growth.

Key Takeaways

  • Map the path from member to leader
  • Identify key touchpoints that drive involvement
  • Apply proven strategies to grow and sustain engagement

Key Takeaways:

  • Strategies to manage and grow with limited resources
  • Smarter event planning, communication and sponsorship tactics
  • Tools to support volunteers and ensure continuity
  • A clear path for sustainable growth and engagement
Panel Guests TBA Soon!
5:15 p.m. → 6:30 p.m.
IFMA Leader’s Reception
Where leaders gather, connections flourish! Join us for an exclusive evening of networking with Component Leaders from across the industry. Share insights, swap stories, and strengthen bonds over refreshments and drinks in a welcoming environment that celebrates our vibrant FM community. *Component Leaders will receive an invitation with full details. 
For Component Leaders Only
8:30 a.m. → 10:30 a.m.
Leadership Workshop: The Curious Leader

Jon Bassford

Jon Bassford

Best-selling author, TEDx speaker and Founder of Lateral Solutions

Get ready for an impactful experience at Facility Fusion! Jon Bassford will lead a dynamic workshop on The Curious Leader. While especially valuable for Component Leaders, this session is open to all attendees. More details coming soon!

 

 

 

8:00 a.m. → 10:00 a.m.
Best Practices

Join IFMA volunteer leaders to share best practices in membership, communications, programming and collaboration. Explore new ways to connect, exchange resources and strengthen partnerships across the IFMA community.

Treslyn Onajoko
Manager, IFMA Components
Mary Ressler
Director, Membership & Components
10:30 a.m. → 11:15 a.m.
How Communities & Councils Can Support Chapters in Growth, Engagement & Thought Leadership 

Explore how IFMA Communities and Councils can partner with Chapters to boost member engagement, expand development opportunities and enhance IFMA’s impact. This interactive session includes real-world examples from component leaders and a collaborative discussion to shape cross-functional strategies.

Kati Barklund
Strategic Advisor & Senior Manager, Workplace Strategy, Tenant & Partner I Chair, WE Community
Ted Ritter, IFMA Fellow
Principal, LMI360 I Chair, IT Community
Wayne Whitzell, CFM, FMP, SFP, LEED AP, BEP, IFMA Fellow
President, DFS Green I IFMA Global Board of Directors, Second Vice Chair I Immediate Past President, IFMA Corporate Facilities Council
Paul Head
Director, Nuvolo I President, Public Sector Council
10:30 a.m. → 11:15 a.m.
Speak Like a Leader: A Public Speaking Crash Course for IFMA Component Leaders

IFMA component leaders often present without formal public speaking training. This session provides practical tools to structure clear messages, engage audiences, manage nerves, and deliver confident, impactful presentations in any setting.

Key Takeaways:

  • Structure presentations for clarity and impact
  • Engage audiences and open and close with purpose
  • Present with confidence and handle questions effectively
Weslee Meador
Facility Manager, LWCC I VP, IFMA Baton Rouge Chapter

View the full program →

Exclusive Discount Offer for Component Leaders

To learn more about special discounts available to Component Leaders, please contact components@ifma.org

Attending Groups to Date:   

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you all!

  • Greater New York City Chapter
  • Baton Rouge Chapter
  • IT Community
  • Legal Industry Council
  • Public Sector Council
  • Sacramento Chapter
  • San Francisco Chapter
  • WE Community
“Attending Facility Fusion has been an incredibly rewarding experience. As a seasoned chapter administrator, I’ve found the leadership information‑sharing sessions both valuable and motivating, always leaving with practical best practices and fresh energy to apply in my role. Presenting to fellow chapter leaders was another great opportunity to exchange ideas and learn from one another. I strongly encourage IFMA chapters to support sending new officers and board members — Facility Fusion is a good investment in developing strong, effective chapter leadership as well as personal & professional growth.”
Michelle Fowler
IFMA Chicago Chapter Administrator Glatz Management Services, Inc.
“Attending Facility Fusion 2025 as a chapter leader was an extremely valuable experience. The sessions were informative and provided practical insights on how to run a chapter more effectively, from leadership best practices to member engagement to sponsorship. This event offered excellent networking opportunities, allowing me to make multiple meaningful connections with peers across the industry. An added benefit was being able to bring team members from my company which helped align our team, share ideas, and strengthen collaboration. Overall, Facility Fusion 2025 delivered both educational value and strong relationship-building opportunities.”
Randy Glaeser
Operations Manager, Facilities Management; Vice President, Sacramento Valley Chapter
“Facility Fusion was an outstanding experience and an invaluable resource, especially in my first year as an IFMA Chapter Administrator. The inspiring speakers, high-energy sessions, and opportunity to connect with administrators from across the country reinforced the strength of the IFMA community and the power of collaboration. The enthusiasm throughout the conference was truly contagious! I left feeling informed, energized, and excited to apply what I learned to support our chapter and advance IFMA’s mission.”
Kristi Holman
IFMA DFW Chapter Administrator

“Facility Fusion 2025 truly lived up to its promise of being where the future of facilities starts. Attending as a chapter leader, the experience was both extremely valuable and refreshingly practical. The sessions were informative and delivered real-world insights that could be applied immediately ranging from leadership best practices and strategic thinking to engagement, collaboration, and long-term impact.

Beyond the content, the networking was a standout. The intentionally intimate setting made it easy to build meaningful connections with peers and industry leaders, allowing for thoughtful conversations rather than rushed introductions. An added benefit was the ability to attend alongside the Executive Board members from our Sacramento chapter, which helped align our perspectives, and share as both during and after the event.

Overall, Facility Fusion 2025 delivered a strong balance of educational value and relationship-building, making it a high-impact experience for leaders looking to move facility management forward in a meaningful way.”

Angel Greco
President, Sacramento Valley Chapter

“I’ve been fortunate to attend IFMA Facility Fusion for the past three years with our executive board. As a fully volunteer-run chapter, the ability to collaborate with other chapter leaders, share best practices, and learn from one another is incredibly valuable. Each year, we leave with fresh perspective and ideas we can apply at the chapter level.”

Jennifer Geordge
Treasurer, Sacramento Valley Chapter