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IFMA CENTRAL PA CHAPTER - 25TH ANNIVERSARY PRESENTATION

chapter history

On July 25, 1990, twelve area facility management professionals met at what was then Reliable Office Products, wanted to accept IFMA's chapter chartering obligation. Charter President Al Lujan held the office for just over 2 years. By 1993, President Tom Chronister saw membership go over 50 members. Medium size chapter status was achieved in just five years, through the hard work of the entire organization. Growth remained for President James Noone as President Dave Balinski ushered in the 100th member. President Larry Faber took the chapter to new and higher standards in education. The new millenium was brought in by President Priscilla St. Jacques-Glusko and followed by presidents: Doug Snell, Thomas Hewitt, Charles Claar, Lynn DeSantis, Randy Groff, Michele Sinadinos, Nancy O'Halloran, Matthew Crocker, Kristan Screen, Robert Kleimenhagen, Jr., CFM, SFP, Thomas Koontz, Jr., FMP., Jolene Fink, CFM, Lauren Leipziger, MBA, CFM, Chris Coller, Priscilla St. Jacque-Glusko, Julie McGill-Kopp, Amber Gratkowski and current Chapter President James Runshaw. 

Excellent attendance at meetings and quality programming keeps the officer's dedication high, which in turn drives the group to continue towards excellence. Joining the organization helps to enhance your opportunities for professional development.

PRESIDENT James Runshaw

We are striving to provide value to our members via educational programming, increased member involvement and attracting new members.

IFMA HISTORY

Founded in 1980, the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) is the world’s largest, most widely recognized association for facility management (FM) professionals. Supporting more than 24,000 members in over 130 countries, IFMA is a key contributor to the development of international FM standards and works with decision makers to inform FM-related policy. IFMA provides career resources and continuing education, offers three industry-respected credentials, maintains the largest repository of FM-related content on the web and hosts year-round global events. With a vision to lead the future of the built environment to make the world a better place, IFMA believes in the benefit of global diversity, inclusion and social equity, and recognizes that sustainability, resilience and responsible environmental stewardship are paramount. For more information, visit ifma.org and our LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, Threads, Twitter and Flickr pages. Follow IFMA’s Connected FM podcast and blog for expert insights on trending industry topics.

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