Testimonials
Attendees and exhibitors alike find the learning, networking and customer service experience at IFMA's World Workplace to be of the highest quality, value and benefit.
"Kudos to the IFMA staff on a great conference! I've been to a number of different conventions over the course of my career, and World Workplace 2011 was one of the best! Excellent work!"
- George R. Hoppen, P.E., Manager, Facilities and Operations, Fox Valley Technical College, 2011 Attendee
"I cannot imagine how many countless man-hours of planning go into an event like this; however, I do know that only experienced professionals like yourselves can pull it off like you do year after year. I'm very thankful for IFMA and the support, education and leadership it provides to the seldom recognized, very hardworking and always needed facility professionals in the world."
- James P. Murray, III, Vice President, First Commonwealth Facilities, 2011 Attendee
"You are to be commended for a first-class event in Phoenix. IFMA met and exceeded expectations. Every detail was handled in a polished and professional manner; the attendees were of the highest quality; and IFMA staff was available and eager to assist. Kudos for a great effort and congratulations on a successful event. We'll be in San Antonio in 2012!"
- Rob Worthington, CSI, CGP, Architectural Services Group, JELD-WEN Inc., 2011 Exhibitor
"IFMA's World Workplace was a wonderful experience for Executive Management Services, as it has been for many years. We are so happy to be part of such a great organization, benefitting from the opportunities IFMA provides."
- Julie Marchus, Business Development Manager, Executive Management Services, 2011 Exhibitor
"IFMA's World Workplace is truly our favorite show to attend. It allows us the opportunity to come face-to-face with the most knowledgeable, professional facility managers in the industry."
- Michael Magallanes, Vice President, Sales, Coat N Cool, 2011 Exhibitor, IFMA Corporate Sustaining Partner
Anonymous quotes from the 2011 post-event attendee survey:
"Both keynote addresses were outstanding."
"Excellent speakers and relevant topics to today's work environment."
"Both keynote speakers were very impressive and interesting. I can't stop telling my colleagues about them!"
"Smart, practical and informative!"
"The opening keynote address was appropriate for not only the program, but also big task ahead—the implementation of innovative solutions to address sustainability issues."
"Great speakers. Provided eye-opening insights to issues we are dealing with or will deal with in the future."
"I was pleased with the overall depth and breadth of the educational sessions. The strongest I've seen at a conference, for sure."
"The content was very worthwhile. The comments I received was that the event was very much worth the money and time."
"Timely topics and knowledgeable speakers."
"I took something away from each session that will help."
"Something new to learn from each of the sessions."
"Very professional and well planned."
"Presentations were excellent and relevant."
"I took home a lot of information."
"Appreciated learning of other people's experiences from areas within and outside of the U.S."
"Every session I attended was a pleasure to sit through."
"This was one of my favorite World Workplace experiences! I really enjoyed the speakers. They provided excellent examples that I can apply in the workplace."
"Excellent sessions; great learning experience!"
"Again I had an amazing experience and would recommend this educational and networking event to others interested in FM. Very well done. I come back re-energized and full of great new ideas."
"The warmth of those at the first-time attendee orientation was incredible. It was a great ice-breaker."
"The host state and convention center were great. Everyone was helpful, and our tour was excellent."
"As a first-time attendee, I thought the events were very well planned, entertaining and a lot of fun!"
