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International Facility Management Association (IFMA)

The world's largest and most widely recognized international association for facility management.

IFMA is the world's largest and most widely recognized international association for facility management professionals, supporting more than 24,000 members in more than 100 countries. The association's members, represented in 130 chapters and 17 councils worldwide, manage more than 37 billion square feet of property and annually purchase more than US$100 billion in products and services. Formed in

1980, IFMA certifies professionals in facility management, conducts research, provides educational programs and produces World Workplace, the world's largest facility management conference and exposition. For more information, visit the IFMA press room or www.ifma.org.

06/18/2026

What will you explore at World Workplace 2026?

From connected buildings to future workplaces, discover eight curated tracks designed to help you navigate the future of facility management. The Conference Education Program, sponsored by Dexterra, offers learning opportunities designed to help you tackle today's challenges and prepare for what's next.

View the schedule at a glance and register now: https://worldworkplace.ifma.org/educationprogram

Note: Multi-language options are coming to World Workplace 2026, making it easier than ever to connect, learn and engage. More details to follow soon!

06/17/2026

The only constant in facility management is change.

And honestly? That’s what makes the profession so exciting.

What change has shaped your FM career the most? ⬇️

06/16/2026

Major equipment failures rarely happen suddenly.

They start with small warning signs that go unnoticed until disruption becomes unavoidable.

Learn how predictive monitoring helps facilities detect issues earlier:
https://fmj.ifma.org/the-escalating-cost-of-reactive-maintenance

06/15/2026

Big wins deserve big recognition.

From innovation to research, the 2026 Awards of Excellence is your moment to recognize the individuals, teams and organizations shaping the future of FM worldwide.

Submit a nomination by 10 July: https://www.ifma.org/awards-of-excellence/nominations/

06/13/2026

Registration is now open for IFMA Global LATAM 2026 🌎

Join facility management professionals, industry leaders and innovators in Mexico City on 3 September 2026 for a day of learning, collaboration and conversations shaping the future of FM across Latin America.

Secure your spot: https://globallatam.ifma.org/

06/12/2026

What makes a CMMS system actually valuable?

In this episode of Connected FM podcast, Dean Stanberry speaks with Melissa Kaan about how facility teams can move beyond using CMMS as a digital filing cabinet and start using it as a true decision-making tool.

They discuss:
✔️ Turning maintenance data into actionable insights

✔️ Improving preventative and predictive maintenance strategies

✔️ Using CMMS data for capital planning decisions

✔️ Why people and processes matter just as much as technology

Listen now: https://connected-fm.simplecast.com/episodes/how-cmms-adds-real-value-in-facility-management

06/11/2026

a facility manager's version of living on the edge

06/10/2026

Your World Workplace experience doesn’t have to end when the sessions do ✨

Registered attendees can now purchase special Disneyland® Twilight Tickets for World Workplace 2026!

Starting at 4 PM PST, attendees can visit either Disneyland® Park or Disney California Adventure® Park for an evening of rides, networking and Disney magic after hours.

🎟 Available through 3 September or while supplies last.

Register now: https://worldworkplace.ifma.org/disney-tickets

06/09/2026

Strong communication and leadership skills are becoming just as important as technical FM knowledge.

Our latest blog explores why strategic leadership skills matter more in today’s workplace and how FM professionals can continue building those skills through IFMA’s new Spanish-language FMP offerings.

The first virtual Spanish-language Leadership & Strategy class within the FMP program runs 13 Jul - 17 Aug 2026.

Read more: https://blog.ifma.org/5-skills-facility-managers-need-to-advance-their-careers

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Las habilidades de comunicación y liderazgo son hoy tan importantes como el conocimiento técnico en Facility Management.

En nuestro más reciente blog exploramos por qué el liderazgo estratégico es cada vez más relevante en el entorno laboral actual y cómo los profesionales de FM pueden seguir fortaleciéndolo a través de las nuevas opciones del programa FMP en español de IFMA.

La primera clase virtual de Liderazgo y Estrategia en español del programa FMP se llevará a cabo del 13 de julio al 17 de agosto de 2026.

Más información: https://blog.ifma.org/es/5-habilidades-necesarias-para-el-crecimiento-profesional-en-fm

06/08/2026

Facility management impacts more than buildings. It shapes people, communities and long-term resilience.

The “FM Beyond Walls” three-layer model explores how FM creates social value beyond the workplace through operational decisions, workforce practices and community impact.

Read the full report: https://ifma.foleon.com/beyond-walls/fm-beyond-walls/

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