IFMA is the largest and most widely recognized professional association for facility management. Across the globe, the Association’s 24,000 members are represented in more than 100 countries.

Locally, the Northern Ohio IFMA Chapter represents 80+ members in the greater Cleveland, Akron and Medina areas. Members represent a variety of organizations and corporations, including Allstate Insurance, the Center for Health Affairs, the Cleveland Foundation, Jones Day, Progressive Insurance Co., Sherwin Williams.

The Chapter’s Board of Directors meet monthly at varying locations throughout Northern Ohio and welcome all Chapter members to attend and join in the discussion. Bring an idea. Share a best practice. Present a challenge. Make an introduction. Reach out to our Chapter Administrator at OhioIFMA@att.net for more information upcoming meetings.

The Chapter also regularly hosts facility tours, professional development events, and networking opportunities throughout the year. Locations vary throughout Northern Ohio, to ensure all members have a convenient opportunity to participate and be engaged. Previous tours have included Progressive Field, the Cleveland Playhouse, Allied Technologies, Parker Hannifin’s corporate headquarters, and Saint Martin de Porres High School.