May 2024 Newsletter 
President's Report
Dear Esteemed Members of IFMA San Fernando Valley,
I hope this message finds you in high spirits and filled with anticipation for the exciting events that lie ahead. As we bid farewell to April, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to each and every one of you for your unwavering support and participation in our recent endeavors.
Our April calendar was brimming with enriching experiences, from our insightful April Chapter Program, where we explored innovative ways to repurpose everyday waste, to our engaging presence at the Southern California Facilities Expo. Your active involvement and dedication to advancing our industry were truly commendable, and it is through your enthusiasm that we continue to thrive.
Now, as we turn our gaze towards May, I am delighted to extend a cordial invitation to two exceptional events that promise to be highlights of our calendar:
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2024 Annual Golf Tournament Date: May 10, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Venue: Sherwood Lake Club, Thousand Oaks, CA
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AI & Sustainability Joint Program with IFMA LA Date: May 15, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM Venue: Century City Joint, Century City, CA
Whether you choose to sponsor or play in our golf tournament or join us for an enlightening discussion on AI and sustainability, I assure you that both events promise camaraderie, learning, and memorable experiences.
Your presence at our upcoming events is valued and essential in shaping the vibrant community of IFMA San Fernando Valley. Let us unite once again to celebrate our shared passion for facility management and chart a course toward continued growth and success.
Thank you for your unwavering support, and I eagerly anticipate seeing you at our May events!
Warm regards,
Dawn Howell
IFMA San Fernando Valley President
Welcome New Members
- Associate, Daniel Lee, Anser Advisory
- Young Professional, Aaron Sternberg, Temporary Wall Systems
- Professional, Michael Michael Cook, PhD, CFM, MCR, BEP; Kaiser Permanente
- Associate, Shawn Sourgose, Foundation Technology
Calendar of Events
2024 Annual Golf Tournament
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sherwood Lake Club
341 Williamsburg Way
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Venue website
AI & Sustainability
5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Century City Joint
2121 Avenue of the Stars
Century City, CA
July 2024 Chapter Program
July 17, 2024
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
September 2024 Chapter Program
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
ClearTech, Altadena, CA
Photo Gallery
03/20/2024: Bowling Extravaganza
63 photos
03/07/2024: Women in FM Panel Discussion
55 photos
Education & Certification
CERTIFIED FACILITY MANAGER
The Certified Facility Manager (CFM) is the globally-recognized credential to help you showcase the mastery of your skills and knowledge across the entire FM body of knowledge. Show the world your prowess and JOIN a distinguished group of FM professionals!
PREPARE. APPLY. PASS.
The Certified Facility Manager is the pinnacle achievement in facility management certification. Widely regarded as the industry standard in facility management certification. All you need to do is Prepare ⇒ Apply ⇒ Pass.
CFM EXAM:
The exam covers: Communication, Risk Management, Sustainability, Finance, Human Factors, Leadership, Operations, Project Management, Real Estate, Performance, and Facility Info. Management & Tech. Management.
FACILITY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
Build your career on a solid foundation! The must-have credential for all facility management professionals and industry suppliers. IFMA's Facility Management Professional (FMP) designation is a knowledge-based credential that will help to accelerate an FM's transition in the profession and demonstrate a proven comprehension of the foundations of facility management. Four courses focusing on the four main core topics in facility management.
FINANCE & BUSINESS
Learn the essential finance and business practices and how to integrate those into your function as an FM. Understand how to engage finance, legal, procurement, risk managers, and others to maximize decisions for your organization.
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
Learn how to assess and inspect facility needs. Manage, oversee, and monitor O&M of buildings, systems, and equipment. Understand the processes for developing occupant service specifications and much more.
LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY
Effective strategies require facility managers to be able to integrate people, place, and process. They must be able to align the facility portfolio and functionality with its organization’s missions and available resources.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Plan, initiate, and execute projects. Understand the entire project life cycle and how to monitor and control project performance. Learn about the facility manager's role in projects and how to evaluate outcomes.
To earn the FMP, you must pass the online FMP final assessment found at the end of each course. After passing all four final assessments, simply submit your FMP application and learn about FAQs.
SUBSTAINABILITY FACILITY PROFESSIONAL
The industry needs facility managers that understand sustainability. The Sustainability Facility Professional (SFP) credential is a time-tested credential that helps facility managers make data-driven decisions and understand sustainable best practices. The course has three focus areas designed to teach you to think strategically.
LEARN STRATEGIES & ALIGNMENT
SFPs work in many different industries (i.e. healthcare, retail, non-profit, etc.) and manage sustainability for various types of facilities. Learn how to align, implement, review, measure, and communicate sustainable strategies.
MANAGING SUSTAINABLE FACILITIES
Master how to manage sustainable program development ranging from concept to implementation to change management. Identify goals, metrics, and tools to measure program performance.
OPERATING SUSTAINABLE FACILITIES
Implement tools and strategies to improve the sustainability of facility practices including water resources, materials, quality, workplace management, indoor environmental quality, waste management, and site considerations.