http://www.ifmadenver.org IFMA Denver Latest Events en-us Copyright 2012 ifmadenver.org http://www.ifmadenver.org/rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:27:54 MST http://www.ifmadenver.org If you missed last year, you won't want to miss this years.... So all you skiers and snowboarders it is that time again to pull out the long underwear, wax the ski's and fill the flask as our destination will take you to Copper Mountain. Let us do the driving while you enjoy breakfast, spend the day swooshing the slopes, tubing the hill, or if you prefer, just head for the village to shop. The bus will be at I-70 and Ward Road leaving promptly at 7:30am Returning from Copper Mountain at approximately 4:30pm and arriving back to Denver approximately 6:00pm. Meet at I-70 and Ward Road (Park and Ride) to Copper Mountain. $60.00 for Denver Chapter Members $85.00 for Non IFMA Members http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/447 IFMA Denver Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 MST 5th Annual Ski Trip Final destination is Copper Mountain If you missed last year, you won't want to miss this years.... So all you skiers and snowboarders it is that time again to pull out the long underwear, wax the ski's and fill the flask as our destination will take you to Copper Mountain. Let us do the driving while you enjoy breakfast, spend the day swooshing the slopes, tubing the hill, or if you prefer, just head for the village to shop. Lunch is sponsored by PREFERRED PAINTING and UNIVERSAL PROTECTION The bus will be at I-70 and Ward Road leaving promptly at 7:30am Returning from Copper Mountain at approximately 4:30pm and arriving back to Denver approximately 6:00pm. Meet at I-70 and Ward Road (Park and Ride) to Copper Mountain. $60.00 for Denver Chapter Members $85.00 for Non IFMA Members http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/462 IFMA Denver Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 MST The 1st Annual Denver Chapter of IFMA The State of IFMA Luncheon Where - Fogo De Chao - 15th and Wynkoop - Denver, CO When - 02/14/2012 Time - 11:30 to 1:00pm The state of IFMA addresses the accomplishment of IFMA and the chapter in 2011 and sets out their initiatives and goals for 2012. In the past few years IFMA and the chapter has made great strides to initiate goals that enhances the quality of services it offer its members and promotion the FM field. Attendees will get an update on the operational and financial health of the chapter. Attendees will be briefed by the chapter leadership and the committees. The following committees will brief members on their committee’s 2011 accomplishments and their charter for 2012 in accordance with the chapter’s 2012 Strategic Plan. AFEC/Expo Scholarship (Denver Chapter) Awards of Excellence Chapter Advancement Golf Advocacy Boulder Networking Foundation Liaison Chapter Awards Education Job Network Community Service Connections (Former Emerging Leaders) Newsletter Pat Harris Scholarship Foundation Membership Programs/Hospitality Public Relations Website Update Rather you are a long standing member, new member or potential member to IFMA and/or the chapter, the address will be a great event for information about IFMA and the local chapter. You need to register on the chapter’s web site (www.ifmadenver.org). Registration deadline in February 10, 2012. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/450 IFMA Denver Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 MST FMP 4-Courses Saver Package Note: To receive this discounted course you must sign up 02/15/2012 The Denver Chapter is offering instructor led IFMA FMP Credential Program™ courses to help early to mid-career and transitioning facility management professionals gain the knowledge and skills demanded by today’s employers and earn the FMP credential. Instructor-led Courses We are offering a series of four FMP courses, based on the IFMA FMP Credential Program, over 4 months, 2 days each; Courses include: February 29-March 1, 2012-Leadership and Strategy March 28-29, 2012 - Operations and Maintenance Apr 25-26, 2012 - Business & Finance May 30-31, 2012 - Project Management By enrolling in this series of courses, you will not only enhance your knowledge and skills, you will also expand your professional network, have access to an expert instructor, take advantage of corporate tuition reimbursement programs, and ensure you meet your FMP goals. Course Materials: IFMA FMP Credential Program These courses are based on the enhanced IFMA FMP Credential Program. This program offers a single source for learning about the FM profession, gaining the skills demanded by employers, and earning the FMP credential. The program consists of print materials, interactive online study tools and FMP final assessments. To take a demo of these materials visit www.ifma.org/fmp Pricing: When you consider the value of this continuing education, you will be hard pressed to find a better way to distinguish yourself compared to other industry designations; let alone the learning experience you will obtain interacting with peers and industry leaders. Classes start as low as $625 per course (member and 4 course package discounts). Package Price: $2,500.00 4-courses, 8-classes for IFMA Members w/30 day advance payment $2,600.00 4-courses, 8-classes for IFMA Member less than 30 day advance (02/01/2012) $3,400 4-courses, 8-classes for Non-IFMA Members w/30 day advance payment $3,500 4-courses, 8-classes for Non-IFMA Members less than 30 day advance (02/01/2012) Whether you are new to the FM profession, looking to advance your skills, or a manager seeking training for your staff, IFMA’s FMP Credential Program courses can help you accomplish your professional development and credentialing goals. For more information, please visit http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/23/ProfessionalDevelopment, or contact Darin Rose at 303-859-8081 or DarinRose84@gmail.com. Note-To take advantage of the savings payment must be received by 02/15/2012. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/457 IFMA Denver Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 MST FMP - Leadership and Strategy Essentials On-site instructor (#1) February 29, 2012 and March 1, 2012 Two-day course To be effective, facility managers must develop strategies to successfully carry out major initiatives by influencing the decisions and attitudes of others. Effective strategies require that facility managers are able to integrate people, places, processes and technology. They must be able to align the facility portfolio with the entire organization’s missions and available resources, and to be innovative in order to move forward with their staff and processes to respond to the ever-changing requirements. Learning Objectives Part 1: Plan Strategically Part 2: Lead and Manage the Facility Organization Part 3: Provide Leadership to the Entire Organization If you are a candidate for the Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential, here is your opportunity to brush up on this core competency. Save money by registering early and take advantage of the “Early Bird Registration Fee” or taking advantage of registering for all four FMP 2-day class FMP see “4-Class FMP Course” Early Bird Registration Fee ends 01/28/2012 (no exceptions) IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $700.00 IFMA Members Fee As Of 01/29/2012 $750.00 Non-IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $925.00 Non-IFMA Members Fee As Of 01/29/2012 $975.00 Note: The number of participants to conduct on-site courses requires at least a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 25 participants. Registration will end 14 day before the first day of any course. If a participant cancels their enrollment within 14 days of the course start date, they are subject to a 25% lost of the cost of the course for administrative fees. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/454 IFMA Denver Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 MST 3-SFP Saver Course Package Planning to get your SFP certificate, save money by registering early and take advantage of the “3-SFP Saver Course Package” Deadline for savings is 02/20/2012 Optimize Facility Management Performance for a Better Tomorrow. Enroll in IFMA Denver’s SFP Course. The Denver Chapter is now offering the IFMA SFP Credential Program™ course to provide FM professionals, related industry professionals, and product and service providers with a complete picture of how SFPs can improve the sustainability of facilities in all eight major categories of sustainable facility management as defined by IFMA: energy, water, materials and resources, workplace management, indoor environmental quality, quality of services, waste and site impact. Instructor-led Course The SFP program is made up of three focus areas designed to equip professionals to integrate sustainability efforts with the organization’s values and strategies, present a business case for a sustainability initiative, evaluate initiatives from a financial point of view, and track and report accomplishments. These focus areas include: March 21-22, 2012 Strategy and Alignment for Sustainable Facility Management April 25-26, 2012 Managing Sustainable Facilities May 23-24, 2012 Operating Sustainable Facilities June 20-21, 2012 Conference call with instructor and students Our course will help you gain the knowledge, test your ability to apply that knowledge at your workplace, and earn the SFP credential. Take advantage of instructor expertise, peer interaction, and a structured course that will keep you on track to meet your goals. Course Materials: IFMA SFP Credential Program This course is based on the new IFMA SFP Credential Program. The program offers a single source for learning sustainability FM best practices, applying that knowledge, and earning the SFP credential. The program consists of comprehensive reading materials, interactive online study tools, and SFP final assessments. To take a demo of these materials visit www.ifma.org/SFP. Pricing: When you consider the value of this continuing education, you will be hard pressed to find a better way to distinguish yourself compared to other industry designations; let alone the learning experience you will obtain interacting with peers and industry leaders. Classes start as low as $625 per course (member and 4 course package discounts). Early Bird Discount Ends 02/20/2012 (no exceptions) IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $2,500.00 IFMA Members Fee as of 02/21/2012 $2,600.00 Non-IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $3,400.00 Non-IFMA Members Fee as of 02/21/2012 $3,500.00 Note: The number of participants to conduct on-site courses requires at least a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 25 participants. Registration will end 14 day before the first day of any course. If a participant cancels their enrollment within 14 days of the course start date, they are subject to a 25% lost of the cost of the course for administrative fees. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/461 IFMA Denver Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST Strategy and Alignment for Sustainable Facility Management On-site instructor(#1) March 21-22, 2012 Two-day course IFMA's SFP (TM) (Sustainability Facility Professional) is an assessment-based certificate program delivering a specialty credential in sustainability. By earning your SFP credential, you will develop and gain recognition for your expertise in sustainable FM practices while impacting your orgainzation's economic, environmental and social bottom lines. Strategy and Alignment for Sustainable Facility Management: This section summarizes key concepts related to sustainable facility management from the organizational level and illustrates linkages and actions facility managers must take into consideration in order to make the business case for sustainability in their own facilities. Focus Areas: 1) Introduction to Sustainability 2) Organizational Strategies 3) Developing a Sustainability Strategy 4) Sustainability Considerations 5) Sustainability Goals and Initiatives 6) Communicating and Reporting on Sustainability Planning to get your SFP certificate, save money by registering early and take advantage of the “Early Bird Registration Fee” or save even more by registering for the 4-SFP Saver Course Package. This is a separate registration see 4-SFP Saver Course Package Early Bird Discount Ends 02/20/2012 (no exceptions) IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $700.00 IFMA Members Fee as of 02/21/2012 $750.00 Non-IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $925.00 Non-IFMA Members Fee as of 02/21/2012 $975.00 Note: The number of participants to conduct on-site courses requires at least a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 25 participants. Registration will end 14 day before the first day of any course. If a participant cancels their enrollment within 14 days of the course start date, they are subject to a 25% lost of the cost of the course for administrative fees. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/458 IFMA Denver Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST FMP - Operations and Maintenance Competency Course (#2) On-site Instructor Two-day Course March 28-29, 2012 The primary role of facility managers is to manage/oversee an operating facility. To do this facility managers must have a working knowledge of building systems, structure, interior, exterior and grounds so the facility and all of its required systems function efficiently, reliably, safely, securely and in a manner consistent with existing regulations and standards. Effective operation and maintenance of facilities is a complex responsibility in today's environment. Learning Objectives Part 1: Introduction Operations and Maintenance Part 2: Assess Facility Needs Part 3: Manage/Oversee Operations and Maintenance of Building, Systems, and Equipment Part 4: Manage/Oversee Occupant Services Part 5: Select the Best Resources Part 6: Measure Operations and Maintenance Performance If you are a candidate for the Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential, here’s your opportunity to brush up on this core competency. Save money by registering early and take advantage of the “Early Bird Registration Fee” or taking advantage of registering for all four FMP 2-day class FMP see “4-Class FMP Course Fee: Early Bird Registration Fee ends 02/29/2012 (no exceptions) IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $700.00 IFMA Members Fee As Of 03/01/2012 $750.00 Non-IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $925.00 Non-IFMA Members Fee As Of 03/01/2012 $975.00 If you are planning on taking all four courses a total of 8 classes receive a discount by paying for all at once. This is a separate registration 4-Class FMP Course Note: The number of participants to conduct on-site courses requires at least a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 25 participants. Registration will end 14 day before the first day of any course. If a participant cancels their enrollment within 14 days of the course start date, they are subject to a 25% lost of the cost of the course for administrative fees. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/452 IFMA Denver Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST TBA Registration has not started yet. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/449 IFMA Denver Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST Managing Sustainable Facilities On-site instructor (2) April 25-26, 2012 Two-day course Sustainability Facility Professional IFMA’s SFP™ is an assessment-based certificate program delivering a specialty credential in sustainability. By earning your SFP credential, you will develop and gain recognition for your expertise in sustainable FM practices while impacting your organization's economic, environmental and social bottom lines. Managing Sustainable Facilities: This section looks in depth at the process of aligning a facility‘s sustainability plan with an organization‘s vision, strategic goals and policies. It takes the same strategies promoted in an SFP’s business case for sustainability within the organization, and provides the details behind the plans to prepare for, lead and implement those changes. Focus Areas: 1) Sustainability Policy Development 2) Applying Sustainability to FM Plans 3) Sustainability Program Development 4) Change Management 5) Performance Management Tools 6) Finance for Sustainable Facilities 7) Purchasing and Procuring for Sustainable Facilities 8) Sustainability Standards, Systems and Support Planning to get your SFP certificate, save money by registering early and take advantage of the “Early Bird Registration Fee” or save even more by registering for the 4-SFP Saver Course Package. This is a separate registration see 4-SFP Saver Course Package Early Bird Discount Ends 03/25/2012 (no exceptions) IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $700.00 IFMA Members Fee as of 03/26/2012 $750.00 Non-IFMA Members Early Bird Registration Fee $925.00 Non-IFMA Members Fee as of 03/26/2012 $975.00 Note: The number of participants to conduct on-site courses requires at least a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 25 participants. Registration will end 14 day before the first day of any course. If a participant cancels their enrollment within 14 days of the course start date, they are subject to a 25% lost of the cost of the course for administrative fees. http://www.ifmadenver.org/index.cfm/ID/26/event_id/459 IFMA Denver Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST