Professional Development & Education

Mission

To support the professional growth of IFMA Chicago members by delivering high-quality educational programs aligned with IFMA's Core FM Competencies, including leadership, operations, risk management, finance, sustainability, communication, real estate, technology, quality, and project management.


Core Responsibilities

  • Identify and recruit speakers for the seven educational programs and/or tours offered annually.
  • Secure event venues in collaboration with the chapter administrator.
  • Review proposed program learning objectives to ensure alignment with IFMA's Core FM Competencies.
  • Review program evaluation surveys to assess attendee satisfaction, speaker effectiveness, and emerging topic interests.
  • Attend educational programs to welcome speakers and facilitate introductions to attendees.
  • Participate in monthly virtual committee meetings and contribute ideas for future educational programs and speakers.

Volunteer Commitment

  • Commit approximately 2-4 hours per month.
  • Attend monthly virtual committee meetings.
  • Support educational programs and tours as available.

Marc Adelman

Chair

  

Gary Skores

Volunteer

  

Dana Tantillo

Volunteer

  

Edia Lamboy

Executive Committee Advisor