Meeting/Event Information
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Past Meetings
All-Member Happy Hour
December 11, 2018
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Madison Tavern
500 West Madison
Chicago, IL 60661
http://www.madisontavern.com
IFMA members, colleagues, and friends make plans to come out for a casual evening of networking fun. FIrst drink is on us!
McDonalds Headquarters Private Tour
December 07, 2018
12:45 PM to 2:30 PM
McDonald's Headquarters
110 N. Carpenter Street
Chicago, IL 60607
IFMA Members don't miss this private tour of the new McDonald's Headquarters in the West Loop. Space is very limited; registration closes December 5.
Acoustics for the Flexible Workplace
November 08, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
Join us for a program on workplace acoustics presented by Mike Rich of Maars Living Walls.
2nd Annual Blessons Holiday Benefit 2018
November 06, 2018
6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Hard Rock Cafe
63 West Ontario Street,
Chicago, IL 60654
http://www.hardrock.com
Come out and support our chapter charity partner, Blessons. This is a super fun event with 7 bands and a DJ.
Oktoberfest 2018
October 25, 2018
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Kaiser Tiger
1415 West Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.kaisertiger.com
The tradition continues! Register for Oktoberfest 2018 at Kaiser Tiger in the West Loop.
Blessons Chicago Marathon Aid Station #09
October 07, 2018
5:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Chicago Marathon
Meet at the Northeast Corner of Wells and Illinois
Chicago, IL 60654
https://cemevent.com/login#p=J34T-5WYV&v=position_view
Support our charity partner, Blessons, by volunteering at the Chicago Marathon aid station #09.
World Workplace Networking Reception
October 04, 2018
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
204 North Kitchen & Cocktails
204 N Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
http://www.204north.com
Chicago and Northern Illinois Members and Friends - make plans to stop in at the annual WWP joint networking reception.
Knowledge Transfer: Techniques and Technologies in the Multigenerational Workforce
September 27, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
We all need to be aware of how we can best position our organizations so that ‘critical knowledge’ is well managed within them.
All-Member Happy Hour
September 25, 2018
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Madison Tavern
500 West Madison
Chicago, IL 60661
https://www.madisontavern.com/
IFMA members, colleagues, and friends make plans to come out for a casual evening of networking fun. FIrst drink is on us!
Fall Member Appreciation Reception
September 13, 2018
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Haworth
222 Merchandise Mart, Suite 312
Chicago, IL 60654
It is a Celebration of YOU - the Chicago Chapter Members. Register and join us for this fun member networking reception.
Barrel Run Tour
August 30, 2018
1:30 PM to 5:00 PM
The Barrel Run Brew Tour (meet at Olgivie Station)
500 West Madison
Chicago, IL 60661
https://www.thebarrelrun.com/
A Brew Tour in Chicago in a Barrel! This is a Don't Miss Event - register soon as seats are limited.
Kicking Off Your Office Lease
August 23, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
Join us as Chicago IFMA member Jon Milonas shares strategies to make your office leasing process run smoothly.
Blessons 9-Hole Golf Outing
August 13, 2018
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course
3600 Recreation Drive
Chicago, IL 60613
https://sydneymarovitz.cpdgolf.com/
Join in on the golf fun with our charity partner, Blessons. You can play or volunteer for this 9-hole charity golf outing.
Brainy Bite: Learning to Surf Chaos Instead of Drowning in It
July 24, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
MillerCoors
250 South Wacker Drive; 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60606
Chaos and change are a part of our lives. We can either choose to flail about and drown in the chaos, or we can learn to surf the big waves that keep coming at us.
Annual Meeting 2018
July 12, 2018
4:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse
33 West Kinzie
Chicago, IL 60654
https://www.harrycarays.com/harry-carays-italian-steakhouse-river-north.html
Join us for the networking event of the year! Dinner, Vendor Showcase, IFMA Buck-et Auction, Chapter Awards, and more.
Vendor Showcase Happy Hour 2018
July 12, 2018
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse
33 West Kinzie
Chicago, IL 60654
https://www.harrycarays.com/harry-carays-italian-steakhouse-river-north.html
Associate Members: make plans to show us your products and services at the annual meeting networking reception.
ADA Compliance…What Every FM Needs to Know
June 21, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
Come and join us as we do an overview on the very important subject of ADA Compliance.
6th Annual Charity Golf Outing
May 24, 2018
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Harborside International Golf Center
11001 S. Doty Avenue
Chicago, IL 60628
https://www.harborsidegolf.com/
The Chicago IFMA Forecast is for Golf - mark your calendar today! Sponsorship opportunties are available - get your name out on the course and have a networking day!
Positive Impact in a Transformational Age
May 17, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
How do you enable and empower Facility Management practitioners to be more positive and continue to be proactive about the impact they are making on the business? Register and learn more!
Spring All-Member Appreciation Networking Reception
May 03, 2018
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Brook Furniture Rental
222 North LaSalle Street; Suite 140
Chicago, IL 60601
https://www.bfr.com/
It is a Celebration of YOU - the Chicago Chapter Members. Register and join us for this member networking reception.
Office Design and the Pursuit of Happiness
April 19, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
Discover how workspace, happiness, and meaning in work lead to engaged, high-performing, and healthy employees.
Facility Fusion 2018 Chicago
March 20, 2018
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sheraton Grand Chicago
301 E. North Water Street
Chicago, IL 60611
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chigs-sheraton-grand-chicago/
Influencing Change, Building Toward Our Future
All-Member Happy Hour
March 06, 2018
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Madison Tavern
500 West Madison
Chicago, IL 60661
https://www.madisontavern.com/
IFMA members, colleagues, and friends make plans to come out for a casual evening of networking fun. RSVP for this Dutch Treat event.
Sponsor Appreciation Event
February 27, 2018
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Marshall's Landing
222 Merchandise Mart, Suite 225
Chicago, IL 60654
https://www.marshallslanding.com/
Professional Members - please join us for our FREE sponsor appreciation and trivia night at Marshall's Landing.
Emergency Preparedness in the 21st Century
February 15, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
Register and join us to better understand the FM role in emergency preparedness and learn about best practices.
Power Tools for Change
January 18, 2018
11:30 AM to 1:15 PM
Petterinos
150 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60601
http://www.petterinos.com
Learn why the pressure for workplace change is far higher than ever before and what tools you need for big changes.
Annual Holiday Celebration
January 11, 2018
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
One North Kitchen & Bar
1 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
Register early for the Chicago Chapter's annual holiday networking party. Registration fees increase $20 on event day.
Upcoming Meeting
Happy Hour Invite from IFMA Chicago
Stop by for cocktails and conversation with IFMA Chicago. Members, colleagues, and friends are all welcome. FIrst drink is on us!
