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Welcome

NY Tech Valley Chapter of IFMA is your regional Albany, NY chapter of the International Facility Management Association, the largest and most widely recognized international association for professional facilities managers. This well-known networking group is very excited about getting new Professional, Associate and Student members from in and around the Capital District to sign up!

Please feel free to email us at info.ifmanytechvalley@gmail.com with any inquiries.

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Webinar Wednesday | Wednesday, July 24 1:00-2:00PM

Need a refresher on developing an effective Statement of Work? Join us for Webinar Wednesday on July 24, 2019 from 1:00PM-2:00PM EDT!

Hosted by the IFMA FM Research & Benchmarking Institute, this webinar will identify the (surprisingly simple!) elements of an effective SOW. Templates for developing SOWs will be provided, along with discussion of how to increase vendor innovation during the bidding process.
To register, click here. For more information about the webinars hosted by IFMA FM Research & Benchmarking Institute, go to https://research.ifma.org/webinars/.
We hope you can attend! No RSVP to the chapter is necessary and the best part is, you don't even have to leave your desk!

We need you!

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The IFMA NY Tech Valley chapter is currently seeking a part-time (2-5 hrs/month) website and email coordinator! 

As Website/Email coordinator, you will be responsible for maintaining the chapter website on WordPress (adding events to the calendar, posting chapter and industry news, etc.), creating and sending event invitations via Gmail, recording RSVP’s for any chapter events, and attending board meetings (via phone).  

A successful website and email coordinator should have experience using WordPress and Gmail, as well as knowledge of how to maintain website hosting, website backup, and domain name retention via GoDaddy.com. Knowledge in or interest in learning about the FM field is a plus, as is the ability to attend various chapter events. 

If you are interested, or know someone who may be interested, please email us at info.ifmanytechvalley@gmail.com.


Pushing the Envelope with Tremco

Join Tremco in Saratoga for their Pushing the Envelope seminar on September 14th. Please see attachment for more information as well as the link to RSVP.

PBE Seminar - Saratoga Springs 9.14.2018


Lunch 'n Learn | Business Continuity with Joe MacFawn | June 21st

Join us at Vintage House in downtown Albany for lunch and a lesson in Business Continuity Planning with Joe MacFawn of MacFawn Fire and Flood Restoration!

Business continuity is a critical part of organizational stability. It can be a sensitive subject for most and often be a topic thought of as "unnecessary". However, business continuity planning can identify the most critical aspects of day-to-day operations and stabilizing those operations to weather any storm. Having a solid framework of Business Continuity Management will support and organization through a business interruption and in a time of crisis; secure, stabilize and mobilize operations. We will discuss what plans should be developed and how to go about putting all the correct information together.

For more information, visit the event page here.


MyResourceLibrary Lunch 'n Learn | May 10th

Join us at the Davies Office Showroom for a presentation on how to navigate MyResourceLibrary with Confidence!

Learn how to use our new features:

NEW HOMEPAGE | Showcasing new products, industry news & events

ENHANCED VISUAL SEARCH | Improved search engine & FRESHideas portal

NEW LIBRARIES | Login to MRL & access your custom library along with: contract, GSA, Quickship, & more

PRO ACCOUNTS | Special access to project binder enhancements & customization

SHARE IT | Learn how to integrate MRL directly into the creative design process

MyResourceLibrary isn't just for interior designers or furniture dealers - it's a great tool for anyone who specifies furniture! Search for the product you're looking for across all manufacturers and have all the information you need to specify it right there. No more going website to website to find what you're looking for. Make specifying furniture a fun and simple part of your job by using MyResourceLibrary!

Please RSVP by 5/8 to info.ifmanytechvalley@gmail.com

For more information about the event, please check our event page HERE. Check out MRL by clicking HERE!


Building Automation Systems with Kendra Potasiewicz & Happy Hour | April 19th

Planned maintenance is an important part of facilities management. Most facility professionals can name dozens of tasks as it relates to their HVAC equipment – filter & belt changes, coil & tube cleanings, etc. But what about your Building Automation System (BAS)? There is a common misconception that BAS’ are “set-it and forget-it”, but did you know that you could be missing out on valuable cost savings and asset life-extension by not employing a planned maintenance strategy for your BAS? In this vendor-neutral presentation, we will discuss preventative maintenance strategies for your BAS and best practices for strategy development. If you are looking to learn more about Building Automation Systems and how to optimize your system, this presentation is for you.

Join us at Sake in Latham at 4:30PM on April 19th for the presentation with Happy Hour to follow! Please RSVP to info.ifmanytechvalley@gmail.com by Tuesday, April 17th.

Kendra Potasiewicz is head of business development for PASCO Building Automation Systems’ Capital District office. She is a 2011 graduate of Clarkson University with a BS in Engineering Management and has worked in the HVAC building automation industry for 7 years. Kendra started her career with Johnson Controls in New York, NY in 2011. Throughout her career she has worked with building owners, consulting engineers and mechanical contractors to design and construct a multitude of HVAC equipment and control systems. Kendra is the incoming President of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Northeast Chapter and past Board Member for the New York, NY Chapter. She volunteers as an Alumnae Advisor for her collegiate sorority, and in her free time enjoys thoroughbred horse racing and spending time in the Adirondacks.


Sustainability Lunch 'n Learn with Baani Singh | March 22nd

Topic: Sustainability Existing Facilities & Campuses

Review Sustainability for Existing facilities and campuses in terms of Energy efficiency, health, carbon foot print, water use and more.  Introduction to various Green Building Rating systems with focus on systems for Existing facilities like Green Globes and LEED. Review of Possible Incentives and rebates.

See more on our event page!


Pop-Up Networking Event | Brick House Tavern + Tap

You’re invited to…

Join us for Happiness Hour at Brick House Tavern + Tap in Latham on Thursday, January 25th for a pop-up networking event! Appetizers on us.

The event begins at 4:30, but we know your schedules are chock-full, so stop by on your way home from work! Brick House Tavern + Tap is right off exit 6 on the Northway and has plenty of parking. You can even bring a friend!

Please RSVP to info.ifmanytechvalley@gmail.com by 1/24 if you are planning to attend! We have an area in the bar reserved for us. See you there! More information on our event page here.


New position available in the Career Center!

CBRE is looking for experienced individuals for an open Integrated Facilities Manager position in Albany, NY. For more information and to apply for the position, please visit our Career Center!


IFMA Solar Tour | October 26th

Join us at the Regional Food Bank of Northeast NY

Solar Power in Upstate NY

Hosted By Bill Jordan,
Founder & CEO of Jordan Energy

Regional Food Bank Northeastern NY
located at 965 Albany-Shaker Road

RSVP TODAY!

Registration begins at 11:45 am with a working lunch served at 12:00. Guests will also enjoy a personalized tour of the roof mounted solar panels by Founder & CEO, Bill Jordan.Jordan Energy has been in business for over 10 years and offers a comprehensive solution that enables customers to harness the power of the sun and other sustainable resources. The Regional Food Bank system became operational in 2016 and has a total system size of 628kW.Not only are many companies are able to reduce electricity expenses, but Jordan Energy also partners with other energy efficient technologies to give the optimal energy solution to their customers.
Please RSVP to Anna at ashapiro@macfawn.com .