2008 Corporate
Sponsors
2008 Corporate
Sponsors
Brian Winkler
Collaborative Architecture
Barton Malow
Will Dyer
Bruttell Roofing
Bob Bruttell
Chet's Cleaning
Michael Wright
Continental Canteen
Flooring Services Inc.
Guardian Plumbing &
Heating
Haworth
Steelcase
Spectrum Strategies
NSA
Bruce Reeve
Larry D'Ascenzo
Robert Beuter
Interface
Navigating Business
Space
Wiss, Janney, Elstner
Associates
Herman Miller
Nichols
Marcie Palmer
Laurie Bramson
Kenn Rickman
Angelo Torcolacci, AIA
Gerry Meter
Mark Krueger
Pat Opalek
Continental
Joanne K. Sumiec
Computerized Facility
Integration
Jason Wells
Construction
Resource
Management Services
Henry Werner
OFS Acquisition Inc.
Bill Madias
Chris Mancus
RD Weis Companies
John McMillan
SunGlo Services
Dave Kiwior
George Stathakis
Stathakis
Tina Caldwell
Keith Vandenbussche
Bill Orlowski


                         IFMA’s CFM Exam Review Course
                              September 26th & 27th, 2008
                                   From 7:30am - 4:30pm

Location:     FANUC Robotics in Rochester Hills, MI  

This is your opportunity to join other IFMA members in a
study-workshop to prepare for the Certified Facility
Manager (CFM) Exam.

Taught by experienced Certified Facility Managers, this
course is designed to assist experienced facility
professionals who are seeking certification with
preparation for the competency-based CFM Exam.  Update
and assess knowledge and skills related to each
competency area, learn about the format of the exam and
review sample questions.

Top 5 Reasons to Get Certified

1.        Distinguish yourself.
In today’s completive job market, your CFM status puts you ahead of the
competition.  Certified Facility Managers have proven their abilities and
demonstrated their commitment to achieving excellence in the
profession.
2.        Invest in your future.
On average, CFMs earn 18% more than non-certified facility managers.  
Earning your CFM is one of the most important career decisions you can
make.
3.        Demonstrate your leadership and initiative.
It’s not easy to achieve CFM status.  The CFM designation is a tangible
sign of your success.  Share your expertise and mentor up-and-coming
members of your organization.
4.        Advance your profession.
Facility managers must be proficient in a wide range of competencies.  
The CFM program articulates the level of skill and talent required of the
profession.
5.        Enhance your professional network.
Enjoy opportunities to network during special CFM events.  IFMA chapter
and council members receive special recognition for their achievements.

Please contact our Education & Professional
Development Chair, Terry White, at 248-377-7305 or
terry.white@fanucrobotics.com. The course fee is
$175.00 and must be paid no later than Wednesday
September 17th 2008. Breakfast and lunch will be
provided.
Our Motto: "Having Fun While Getting it Done"
The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) is
the premier professional association for facility
management.
Representing the largest community of FM
professionals on the planet, IFMA membership comprises of
more than 18,700 facility professionals throughout 67
countries. Our members have a voice in 130 chapters and
13 councils.

IFMA was established in 1980 as a not-for-profit, in the
management of facilities. Globally, IFMA spots trends,
conducts research, provides educational programs, and
assists corporate and organizational facility managers in
developing strategies to manage human, facility and real
estate resources.

Our Mission:

*  To provide professional development for our members.
*  To advance the philosophy and practice of facility
management.
*  To affirmatively promote the positive effect of facility
management on company and corporate assets.
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Evening at the New Westin Book Cadillac Hotel









            Thursday, November 20
                   4:30pm-7:30pm

Come and see this totally refurbished historic hotel in all its renewed glory.  
Food and beverages will be provided in the elegantly restored Founder's
Rooms and we will enjoy tours of the hotel's many public spaces as well as
a program detailing the work and logistics involved in this magnificent
restoration.  Further detailed information will be coming soon.
Upcoming Events!!
Craig Puff                                Sales Manager            McKenna Heating & Cooling

Denise Bell                           Facilities Manager     University of Michigan Health

John Tomei                        Regional Business Manager             Johnsonite

Mark Dolphin               Senior Facilities Coordinator     Co-Op Financial Services

Van G. Belanger                    Superintendent                               Domino's Farms

Kevin Fanning                        Attorney At Law                             Clark Hill PLC

Gregg Leshman                Facilities Director            CB Richard Ellis/Continental
Welcome to Our Newest IFMA Members!
Member's Only Area
While still under construction, our "Member's Only Area is
added throughout the rest of 2008.  For now, enjoy the just
added:

Chapter Membership Contact List

To visit the Member's Only Area, Click Here!!


REMINDER!!!  YOUR LOG IN NAME AND PASSWORD IS
YOUR IFMA ID# THAT WAS GIVEN TO YOU UPON JOINING!!
Chapter
Newsletter
Upcoming Events!!


















The Chapter is in the process of developing partnerships
with local entities that share our same goal of distributing
facility related knowledge to our membership community.  
We are pleased to announce that we have begun to work
behind the scenes with representatives from Sustainable
Facility magazine.  Our hope is to bring our Chapter
membership current up to date information regarding
sustainable trends within the industry.

Sustainable Facility magazine is dedicated to
high-performance buildings and optimal energy and
resource management in commercial, institutional and
industrial facilities. Winner of the 2008 National ASBPE
Azbee Award for Publication Redesign, Sustainable Facility
highlights industry news, green facilities, and the latest
trends and programs from national organizations.
Columnists and authors offer perspectives to guide facility
managers, building owners and energy management
professionals in sustainable decision-making.

You can visit Sustainable Facility online at:

      
www.SustainableFacility.com

Look forward to more information regarding this
partnership as we continue to develop it.  Thank you.
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Congratulations to our Annual Golf Outing Winners.

Winners:

First Place Team

Dynalectric – 3rd year in a row

Mike Delong
Matt Montgomery
Rick Mazzone
Jason Slocum

Most Accurate/ Longest Drive Winners

Twin Lakes Estates #5            Blair Kain
Twin Lakes Links #18              Bill Kincaid
Twin Lakes Woods #25           Sal Patrico
Copper Hills Marsh #5             Jeff Leuffen
Copper Hills Hills #1                 Bob Riddle (on the line!)


Closest to the Pin Winners

#2 Twin Lakes Estates                  Bob Marietta
#14 Twin Lakes Links                    Tom Moffatt
#26 Twin Lakes Woods                Mike Turnquist
#6 Copper Hills Hills                      Rick Mazzone
#9 Copper Hills Marsh                 Jason Cooper

Putting Contest Winner

1st Place        Bill Crabtree

Thank you again to all those involved on the Golf Committee, to the
sponsors,  and to all of those who volunteered their time to make
this year's outing another success.
Bloom Roofing
                    A3C Corporate Offices
              
     Presentation and Tour  
        
     Thursday- September 18, 2008
Come learn all about sustainability in office renovation
from the leading pioneers, A3C in Ann Arbor,
Michigan.  A3C have renovated their corporate offices
to be an educational tool for the community as well as
their clients regarding the benefits of sustainable
design.  A3C’s corporate office is the first building in
downtown Ann Arbor to be registered with the USGBC
and designed to LEED-CI Gold Certification standards.  
It is also the first building with a Green Roof and the
first to use a Geothermal Energy System.  Their
renovation project has succeeded in Reducing NO2 &
CO2 Levels below 50%, Reducing Storm Water Run Off
by 50%, Improving Indoor Air Quality, Increasing
Daylight and Lighting Controls, and in Utilizing
Sustainable Materials & Resources.
Registration, networking, refreshments and the
presentation by A3C will take place at the Ann Arbor
Hands On Museum directly across the street from the
offices of A3C.  The tour at A3C will follow the
presentation.
Parking is available throughout the area with the
closest parking garage located at the northwest
corner of S. 4th Ave. and E. Washington Ave., within a
block of both A3C and the Hands on Museum.      

Location:   Ann Arbor Hands on Museum   4:00 – 6:00 PM
            220 East Ann Street                    Networking, appetizers &
            Ann Arbor, Mi.  48104                presentation
 
Location:   A3C Corporate Office                
6:00 – 7:00 PM Tours
            210 East Huron Street
             Ann Arbor, MI  48104

Cost:          $25.00 members    $35.00 non-members         

You can RSVP by Monday September 15th in the
following ways:
1. Email:
susaneagle@comcast.net
2. Fax:  810-227-2826
3. Phone: 248-988-0606 or 810-229-8973

Payment required with all reservations unless
cancelled 48 hours prior to the event.  “No Shows” will be
charged.
       
Next Meeting!!
Ann Arbor Hands on Museum