Janet is a seasoned leader in Facilities, Property and Asset Management with more than 32 years experience in Commercial and Retail properties across the United States, Canada and Australia. 25 of those years were with Savers/Value Village thrift stores. She is currently serving as the driving force behind Strategic Initiatives at Hero Facility Services, LLC. Her comprehensive skill set includes strategic planning, team building, vendor management, critical thinking, program and project management, budgeting, asset management, and effective communication with all company stakeholders.

Janet’s commitment to excellence extends beyond her daily responsibilities. She has actively contributed to the industry by participating in Connex (formerly PRSM) since 2003. She has served on the Board of Directors for multiple organizations, showcasing her dedication to shaping the future of Facilities and Asset Management. Moreover, her involvement with the Canadian Council for Connex underscores her international perspective and commitment to advancing best practices in the field.

In a dynamic career spanning over three decades, Janet Cooper has not only demonstrated her proficiency in navigating the complexities of Facilities Management but has also played a pivotal role in shaping industry standards and fostering collaborative initiatives.

Babita Singh is a results-oriented project manager with a strong track record in vendor relations, personnel training, and team building. Specializing in facilities management and project management, she is a member of the ConnexFM Canada Council that excels in new facility construction, vendor evaluation, and asset management, while also focusing on business planning and employee performance monitoring.

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.   

Director of Marketing at Mysa HQ, is a technology leader and strategistspecializing in energy management solutions for facility management with nearlya decade serving the building technology industry. With hands-on experiencehelping organizations modernize operations through innovative solutions,data-driven insights, and workflow automation, Kyle bridges the gap betweencomplex technical capabilities and real-world facility needs.

Jeremy Lombardo is an accomplished Facilities Manager with extensive experience in operations, vendor relations, and fleet management. Currently serving as the Facilities & Fleet Manager at Neighbourly Pharmacy Operations Inc. since 2024, Jeremy champions a safety-first culture, collaborates on preventative maintenance programs, and cultivates key vendor relationships to support approximately 300 retail pharmacy locations.Previously, Jeremy held the role of Manager, National Operations/Facilities & Vendor Relations at the same company from 2018 to 2024, where they fostered vendor relationships, developed scalable accounts payable systems, and designed standard operating procedures. Jeremy's career also includes roles such as Operations Coordinator at Rx Drug Mart Operations Inc., Banking Advisor at Royal Bank of Canada, and various positions at Ally Credit/GMAC.Jeremy holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Economics & Philosophy from York University and a diploma in International Business-Logistics & Administrative Studies from Seneca College.