2. Upcoming Events and Opportunities September 21 - 22, 2010 - IFMA Advocacy Day and Public Policy Forum Opportunity to engage with members of Congress, learn about IFMA’s government affairs program, and how to articulate FM positions on certain issues This opportunity will help position you to influence decisions made in Washington that affect the FM profession - don’t miss it! Details are on the website...
3. September 23, 2010 - SOME/CET Speed Interviewing at the Kimball Office Showroom 1130 Connecticut Ave, Suite 1150 4:00 - 7:00 PM Please bring a gently used tie to help the candidates with their new employment wardrobe! Light refreshments will be served
4. September 30, 2010 - Partner Happy Hour and EXPOat Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) 11921 Freedom Drive, Suite 300 Reston, VA 20190 5:30 - 8:30 PM Learn more about the value our partners can provide to your buildings and get to know our partners! This is our second Partner Happy House and EXPO - let’s make this one even more successful than the first one!
5. October 27 - 29, 2010 - IFMA World WorkplaceGeorgia World Congress CenterAtlanta, GALook for the Capital Chapter Suite at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis on Wednesday and Thursday from 5 - 7 PM!
6. Communications Team We provide forums for chapter members to share best practices, ask questions and receive valuable information. We create the theme and content for the Capital News, our bi-monthly newsletter and photograph the Capital Chapter events. We are always looking for members, see John if you are interested. Team lead: John Netzel, CFM
7. Community Service Team Wedevelop relationships with organizations in the local area who could benefit from the assistance of the Capital Chapter. We do this through fundraisers, scholarships and special events to raise awareness and get local facility managers more involved in the community. See Kristen if you are interested in joining us! Team lead: Kristen Parnes, CFM
8. Membership Services Team Wegrow and retain Chapter membership through active member recruitment and participation in programs. We want to grow the membership to strengthen the chapter and enrich the profession and careers of FM professionals. See Sarah or Erin in you want to work with our team. Co-team leads: Sarah Gabriel and Erin Figueroa
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10. Special Events Team We engage members by creating entertaining networking and celebratory events, such as the annual golf outing and holiday party, while raising funds for the benefit of the chapter. We would love to have you join our team; just see Elizabeth. Team Lead: Elizabeth Naccache
11. Partnership Team We generate sponsorship dollars to make sure the chapter has the resources to present valuable programs, events, education and other important activities for members. We also provide the opportunity for partners to gain valuable exposure for their product or service. We are always happy to welcome new members - see Geoff. Team Lead: Geoff Snavely
12. We would enjoy welcoming you to any of the teams or committees in the Capital Chapter - please let us know how we can help make your membership more valuable to you.
13. Executive Committee Geoff Snavely, LEED AP VP, Partnership & Communications Kim Dize, FMA President Kelly Hill, CFM VP, Finance & Administration Wendy Shapiro VP, Education & Community Service Steve Roberts, CFM VP, Membership & Special Events John Mackay, CFM Past President
14. Making Your Commercial Facility a Part of the Green Movement Presented by: Ross Forman, President GSH Group Mike Walsh, GSH Group September 14, 2010