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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/09/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)
In this thoughtful session, we’ll talk honestly about identity, career breaks, guilt, and the pressure to meet expectations that often go unspoken.
Balancing career, family, and personal identity often comes with invisible pressures that aren’t openly discussed. This discussion will explore the realities of guilt, burnout, and the struggle to bring your authentic self to work. With an all-women panel, we’ll share candid perspectives on finding community, setting boundaries, and leading without apology.
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Join us for an interactive peer discussion on the vital role Facility Managers and cross functional collaboration plays in partnering with Real Estate throughout the lease lifecycle including lease negotiations, remodel or retrofit obligations, and end-of-term planning.
Join us for an interactive peer discussion on the vital role Facility Managers and cross functional collaboration plays in partnering with Real Estate throughout the lease lifecycle including lease negotiations, remodel or retrofit obligations, and end-of-term planning. This session will highlight strategies for building strong cross-functional relationships with key internal partners such as Real Estate, Facilities, Field Operations, and Loss Prevention/Asset Protection, as well as external stakeholders including landlords and property management teams. Topics will include best practices for data and information sharing, navigating conflict, and strengthening collaboration to ensure smoother projects, clearer expectations, and more effective decision-making across your portfolio.
$i++ ?>Bob Buhl
Senior Director, Customer Success
Keedian
$i++ ?>Chris "CJ" Jernigan
President & CEO
Vixxo
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 08/13/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)
We’ll share experiences, explore what’s hype versus what’s delivering results, and talk through strategies to save time, reduce costs, and improve decision-making.
AI is reshaping facility management, from predictive maintenance to smarter asset planning, but what’s really working in the field? Join your peers for an interactive discussion on how data-driven tools are being applied in real-world retail operations. We’ll share experiences, explore what’s hype versus what’s delivering results, and talk through strategies to save time, reduce costs, and improve decision-making. Whether you’re just starting with AI or scaling your AI strategy, this conversation over coffee is your chance to exchange practical examples and lessons learned.
$i++ ?>Marcia O'Connor, AMFM
President & Founder
AM FM Consulting Group Inc
A strategic minded leader, mentor and educator with more than 20+ years of progressive experience in corporate real estate, asset management, and facilities management. Marcia has impressive credentials in providing advisory services, adult education, and career planning. Marcia has a deep passion for working in high-energy, fast-paced growth companies and professionals in the non-profit, private, and public sectors in making a lasting impact.
$i++ ?>Mike Speers
Corporate Manager, Facility Services
Kelson HVAC & Plumbing Services
$i++ ?>Carrie Emerson
Business Development
Triple J Contracting Inc.
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 07/29/2026 at 1:00 PM (CDT)
Join us for a VLE featuring industry experts as we explore how these innovations are transforming operations, redefining the role of the facility manager, and creating new expectations for skills and strategy.
Technology is rapidly reshaping facility management, shifting the profession toward data-driven decision-making powered by tools such as IoT, AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics. Join us for this VLE featuring industry experts as we explore how these innovations are transforming operations, redefining the role of the facility manager, and creating new expectations for skills and strategy. Attendees will gain practical insights into adopting and integrating emerging technologies, aligning them with organizational goals, and navigating the challenges that come with change. By the end of the session, participants will have a clearer understanding of the future of facility management and actionable strategies to stay ahead in an increasingly tech-driven landscape.
$i++ ?>Jordan Statt
VP of Channel Sales
Entouch Controls
Jordan is a seasoned channel leader with experience developing and managing valuable partnerships for SaaS companies. Over the past 10 years, he has worked successfully in the startup and Fortune 500 spaces, driving exceptional outcomes through channel distribution. Jordan holds an MBA from Chapman University and is passionate about leading and developing people. He currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona, with his wife, son, and daughter, where he enjoys coaching his son’s soccer and hockey teams, golfing, running, and all types of board sports.
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 07/17/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)
Facilities and construction bring real-world challenges that aren’t always easy to talk about.
Facilities and construction bring real-world challenges that aren’t always easy to talk about. From being underestimated on the job site to navigating technical conversations, inappropriate comments, or long-term career goals, this discussion creates space for open, solutions-focused dialogue. Together, we’ll discuss strategies for overcoming obstacles and thriving in the industry.
$i++ ?>Melanee Jech, PMP
CEO
Dynamic Entrance Solutions
$i++ ?>Kyle Brekke
Director of Facilities
Innovative Renal Care
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 06/11/2026 at 1:00 PM (CDT)
In this session, learn how to break down departmental silos, eliminate duplicate site surveys, and leverage AI to drive proactive decision-making.
Is fragmented data costing your portfolio millions? In this session, learn how to break down departmental silos, eliminate duplicate site surveys, and leverage AI to drive proactive decision-making. Discover how industry leaders are slashing planning costs by 80% and scaling from 10 to 300+ sites annually.
$i++ ?>Tia Kachman
COO
Immersion Data Solutions
As Chief Operating Officer and Integrator, Tia's focus is on building clarity, structure, and accountability across departments - ensuring Immersion Data Solutions teams are empowered, aligned, and exceeding goals. Tia believes in direct communication and leading with authentic collaboration. Whether scaling a team, driving enterprise value, or simplifying a process; she gets energy from solving complex challenges with practical solutions.
At IDS, success is rooted in our people, our partnerships and our platform. It’s not just about the work we do - it’s how we show up. We invest in people, stay true to our culture of values and never settle for status quo.
$i++ ?>Mike Louksua
CEO
Immersion Data Solutions
As the Founder and CEO of Immersion Data Solutions, Mike Loukusa is a driving force behind the company's relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. With an unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions, Mike leads as a solutions architect and plays a pivotal role in technology development, ensuring that Immersion Data Solutions responds to the ever-evolving needs of its valued customers.
With a remarkable 25-year journey engineering immersive technology, Mike has established himself and his company as trusted leaders in the field of Commercial Real Estate (CRE) property technology. Immersion Data Solutions empowers clients to unlock the full potential of their properties through the creation of digital twins accessed on a proprietary immersive, geo-spatial reality platform. This transformative approach spans across a range of sectors, including facilities management, retail, construction, and property management.
Under Mike's visionary leadership, Immersion Data Solutions has become synonymous with innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to providing clients with the tools and technologies necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing business landscape. His dedication to harnessing the power of immersive technology to empower clients has positioned him as a true industry trailblazer.
Mike Loukusa's leadership and forward-thinking approach have cemented Immersion Data Solutions as a beacon of excellence and a driving force in the world of CRE property technology.
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 05/28/2026 at 1:00 PM (CDT)
Join this forward-looking webinar to explore how AI-driven tools, automation, and data intelligence are changing commercial services. You’ll gain practical insight into how these innovations can streamline operations, improve decision-making, and elevate your strategic impact as an FM leader. In collaboration with the YP Committee.
AI and emerging technologies are rapidly transforming the service industry, redefining how organizations operate, deliver value, and compete. For Facilities Management professionals, the message is clear: those who adapt will lead, and those who don’t risk being left behind. Join this forward-looking webinar to explore how AI-driven tools, automation, and data intelligence are changing commercial services. You’ll gain practical insight into how these innovations can streamline operations, improve decision-making, and elevate your strategic impact as an FM leader.
In Collaboration with the YP Committee.
$i++ ?>Zach Tanner
Founder
Painter Bros
$i++ ?>Tanner Tasker
Verantum
National Account Executive
$i++ ?>Trevor Lilley
Client Relations
Aqua Management Services
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 05/21/2026 at 11:00 AM (CDT)
This informational session provides an overview of a four-part program that includes online classes and private coaching leading to a White Belt Certification in Automation & Systems Management.
Fact: The average manager wastes 3.5 hours a day dealing with problems caused by flawed work systems.
Good News: By learning and applying System Driven Innovation methods and tools you can vaporize this waste, make your work more fun while at the same time help your organization make more money.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to eliminate the everyday frustrations that slow you and your team down
- How to increase productivity—without adding headcount
- How to redesign broken workflows so work gets done easier, faster, and more consistently
- How to make smarter system & AI investments that actually deliver ROI (not just hype)
- This informational session provides an overview of a four-part program that includes online classes and private coaching leading to a White Belt Certification in Automation & Systems Management.
Who Should Attend:
- Facility managers tired of firefighting
- Leaders under pressure to do more with less
- Anyone frustrated by “the way things are” and ready to fix it
Learn more about the White Belt Certification in Systems & Automation Management & Enroll Here on our Website.
First 50 enrollments are $0 (from $250) thanks to scholarships provided by Kaivac.$i++ ?>Doug Hall
Founder
Eureka! Ranch & Innovation Engineering
Doug Hall has been an inventor for 50 years – starting with a Learn to Juggle Kit that he created and marketed at age 11. He is a chemical engineer by education who worked in the Brand Management department at Procter & Gamble rising to the rank of Master Marketing Inventor – shipping a record 9 innovations in 12 month. The secret to Doug’s success then and now is the application of system thinking to innovation – inspired by his father’s pioneering work with Dr. W. Edwards Deming. After 10 years at P&G – Doug retired to found the Eureka! Ranch – an invention and Innovation education company focused on enabling innovation by everyone, everywhere, everyday. The Eureka! Ranch is the master distributor for the Innovation Engineering courses, Jump Start Your Brain LMS content and tools – to corporations, schools, colleges and universities. For his pioneering research on innovation Doug has been awarded honorary doctorates by the University of Prince Edward Island and the University of Maine.A few years ago Doug’s curiosity on whiskey lead to the founding of Brain Brew Custom WHISKeY a company that is reinventing – how bourbon is crafted and marketed. Doug has been named one of America’s top innovation experts by Inc. magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Dateline NBC, CNBC, CIO magazine, and the CBC. He has co-hosted various network TV & Radio Programs (ABC American Inventor, Backyard Inventor and Brain Brew Radio) as well as a writing and performing a play on his adventures and misadventures as a North Pole Tenderfoot. He is the author of 7 books. His book Jump Start Your Business Brain has been named as one of the 100 Best Business Books of All Time by 800-CEO-Read. Doug is a citizen of Canada and the USA. He and his wife Debbie – through their Planet Eureka! Foundation – are active supporters of the two communities they call home – the Greater Cincinnati Region and Prince Edward Island Canada.
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 05/15/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)
This session will explore strategies for building effective partnerships across key internal departments, including Field Operations, Loss Prevention/Asset Protection, and Construction/Design. Discussion topics will include best practices for information and data sharing, conflict management, and cross-functional collaboration.
Go beyond the basics of siloed departments. This session provides actionable strategies to build effective, cross-functional partnerships between Field Operations, Loss Prevention, and Construction/Design. Learn proven methods for improved data sharing, conflict resolution, and collaborative project execution that will boost efficiency and impact your bottom line.
$i++ ?>Hannah Beavers
Senior Client Relationship Manager
Entouch Controls
$i++ ?>Sarah Henley
Sr Manager, Business Development
Walmart
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Join us for an honest conversation on what it takes to foster vendor relationships that last, including the tough moments, the KPIs that matter, and the mindset shifts that keep both sides invested for the long haul.
In facilities management, the difference between a vendor and a true partner can mean the difference between constant firefighting and sustainable success. This panel brings together FM leaders and service providers to explore how transparency, trust, accountability, and shared goals can transform working relationships into long-term strategic partnerships.
Join us for an honest conversation on what it takes to foster vendor relationships that last, including the tough moments, the KPIs that matter, and the mindset shifts that keep both sides invested for the long haul.
$i++ ?>Bobbie Jo Sarles
National Account Executive
Identiti Resources
Bobbie Jo Sarles, a driven young professional with seven years in the facility industry, serves as a dedicated National Account Executive at Identiti, specializing in signage. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Marketing from Eastern Illinois University, Bobbie Jo is a results-driven expert in program implementation, navigating the facility industry's complexities with a solution-oriented mindset. Her extensive experience significantly contributes to Identiti's success, and she is recognized for her outstanding dedication, earning a nomination for Young Professional of the Year in 2024. Beyond her role, Bobbie Jo actively volunteers her time and expertise in committees such as the Connex Foundation Fundraising Committee, the Young Professional Committee, and the ICSC Illinois State Board Committee. Her passion and commitment extend beyond the workplace, making her an integral part of both Identiti and the broader community.
$i++ ?>Preston McClanahan
Manager Store Facilities
Michaels Stores, Inc.
Preston McClanahan brings nearly two decades of retail management experience to his role as the Manager of Facilities Repairs & Maintenance at Michaels Stores, Inc. He oversees the maintenance of over 1,300 stores in the U.S. and Canada, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
Preston excels in budget management and strategic planning, fostering collaboration between Real Estate and Operations to align initiatives with business goals. Committed to team development, he has a strong track record of building high-performing teams. With certifications in Strategic Thinking & Innovation, Preston is passionate about driving innovation and excellence in facilities management.
$i++ ?>Marcia Roberts
Business Development Director
Identiti
Marcia Roberts is a seasoned leader at Identiti, with over 25 years' experience spanning operations, sales, and account management within the facilities and construction industry. Her diverse background gives her a unique 360-degree perspective on what it takes to move beyond transactional vendor relationships and build true strategic partnerships. She is passionate about creating long-term partnerships that drive performance, accountability, and sustainable growth.
$i++ ?>Sarah Hicks
Director, Facilities
Hertz
Currently the Director of Facilities at Hertz with over a decade of combined experience keeping buildings running smoothly and leading projects. I pride myself on finding practical solutions to everyday challenges, fostering strong teamwork, and making sure work is done with care and quality. Whether it’s improving maintenance operations, managing budgets, or coordinating with various departments- my focus is always on creating safe and efficient spaces for those that work in them daily.
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