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IFMA ATLANTA C HAPTER • 1185 W ILLINGHAM D RIVE • ATLANTA , G EORGIA 30344 • AUGUST 2006 I SSUE
August Monthly Luncheon
Wednesday, August
August 16th
16th
•• Wednesday,
11:30 Networking
Networking
•• 11:30
12pm -- 1:30
1:30 Luncheon
Luncheon and
and Presentation
Presentation
•• 12pm
Cost: $35
$35 for
for Members
Members $55
$55 for
for Non-Members
Non-Members
•• Cost:
Speaker: Roy
Roy Abernathy,
Abernathy, Jova
Jova Daniels
Daniels &
& Busby
Busby
Speaker:
Topic: 55 things
things you
you need
need to
to know
know about
about the
the future
future
Topic:
Location: Villa
Villa Christina
Christina
Location:
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to www.ifmaatlanta.org
www.ifmaatlanta.org for
for directions)
directions)
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I F M A AT L A N TA
S T R AT E G I C P L A N 2 0 0 6
Vision
To serve as the resource and representative for facility management.
Mission
To provide exceptional educational,
networking and other opportunities
that support and advance the facility
management profession.
Goals
1. Support a community that fosters
vitality, momentum and impact for
the facility management professional.
2. Anticipate and prioritize the
resources required to enhance effective delivery of educational, networking and other opportunities.
3. Inspire passion for the facility
management profession that compels and engages facility practitioners to join and participate in the
IFMA network, engages participation and attracts volunteer leaders.
4. Sustain Atlanta Chapter of
IFMA’s financial integrity to achieve
and fulfill our mission.
Purpose
IFMA is a member-oriented association that exists to guide and develop
facility management professionals.
In support of its members, IFMA
promotes the Facility Management
profession by providing leadership,
recognition and standards of excellence.
AT WWW.IFMAATLANTA.ORG
P R E S I D E N T ’ S
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M E S S A G E
Thoughts of October in August. Has the summer heat made you
begin dreaming of the cooler autumn weather? Are you tired of
feeling like you’ve run through a lawn sprinkler just from stepping outside? Well there are other reasons to look forward to
October besides relief from the humidity. Two of the biggest
events for IFMA members are scheduled for October, and now
is the time to make the commitment to be a part of them.
First up is World Workplace which takes place October 8 – 10,
in San Diego, California. If you have never attended World
Workplace you are missing out on a wonderful professional
Stewart Smith
opportunity. The educational sessions offer a wide array of topics,
which cover the spectrum of the FM world. If you are a member of an IFMA Council, it
enables you to meet with others from your specific field or industry to talk about best
practices and discuss ideas. WWP also provides lots more in the way of networking
opportunities not only with your fellow Atlantans, but on a national and international
level. Furthermore the vendor exhibition provides FM professionals with ideas on new
products and services, as well as numerous contacts to assist you.
If that was all there is to World Workplace, it would be well worth the money, but wait . .
. that’s not all, if you act now we’ll include the Ginzu knife for free. Okay maybe not the
Ginzu knife, but what is included with WWP is a really enjoyable time exploring the city
with your fellow Atlantans. No it’s not like a field trip in junior high with a sack lunch
and frozen Coke, it’s a lot more fun than that and you don’t have to ride on a smelly bus.
Last year in Philly our chapter had close to fifty members there, and it allowed me the
opportunity to get to know a number of folks a lot better. Okay I’ll confess that part of
that time was spent almost getting crushed on the dance floor of an Irish bar while an
oldies band was cranking out the hits, but I think you really get to know people when
you’re under duress like that. My point is that for members of IFMA Atlanta, World
Workplace is a group event so it’s a great time to meet other members.
The second event to mention for October is the Fall Classic, which will be held at the
Pine Isle Resort on Lake Lanier. This annual fund raising event on October 19 is a day of
golf and tennis, as well as the increasingly popular wine cruise, capped off with a poolside dinner and awards ceremony. Steve Christopher with Royal Cup is once again
organizing this event and is very excited about the opportunity to have the event at Pine
Isle. For golfers this is a great chance to get out on a championship course for the day.
Please be sure to sign up early for this event.
I look forward to seeing a large IFMA crowd at both World Workplace and the Fall
Classic. Till then, stay cool.
Chapter President
Stewart Smith
st.smith64@comcast.net
ON THE COVER
Christy Jellets, director for operations with the Frazer Center and Jeff Jellets territorial disaster coordinator for the Salvation Army sharing a quiet moment before his July luncheon presentation.
AUGUST 2006 • IFMA • ATLANTA • VISIT OUR WEBSITE
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Jeff Jellets is the territorial disaster coordinator for The Salvation Army's
Southern Region. This is an area that covers (15) Southeastern States
and the District of Columbia. Mr. Jellets began his association with the
Salvation Army in 1995 as the state of Georgia disaster response director
and managed rebuilding operations in the wake of the 1994 Southwest
Georgia floods, the 1998 Gainesville tornados, the 1998 Dunwoody tornados, and the Olympic Park and Abortion Clinic bombings. In 2001 he
became the Salvation Army's territorial disaster coordinator serving most
notably at the World Trade Center during 9-11 and coordinating disaster
relief efforts in Florida for four 2004 hurricanes. He previously was with
GEMA, FEMA, and the American Red Cross.
Data from Hurricane Katrina shows that disaster survivors who prepared, fared far better than those who did not both from a survival standpoint and a recovery perspective. The Salvation Army has many of its'
facilities affected by natural disasters--some of which have dependent
populations. He would like to share a few lessons learned. Based on his
experiences, he is also helping facility and programs staff develop emergency plans and better systems for protecting those in a building during
a disaster event.
GET
INVOLVED
WITH
Jeff Jellets of the Salvation
Army gave an eye-opening
presentation.
This is your captian
speaking.
IFMA
Please contact a committe chair for the date and time for the next
monthly meeting. Your input is greatly appreciated.
Vice President Professional Development-Anne Shrock,
Relogistics, ashrock@relogisticsatl.com
IFMA Foundation Sustaining Patrons- Joyce Roper,
jroper@na.cokecce.com
Alan’s holding his breath until Pat agrees to sit next to him.
Community Service- Joanne Cole, CDC, bzv6@cdc.gov
Membership- Chet Bounds,
Milliken, chet.bounds@milliken.com
Hospitality- Shane Lomax,
IC Hotel, shane.lomax@ichotelsgroup.com
Associates- Monte Townsend,
Flood Brothers Inc., monte.townsend@floodbrothers.com
Programs-Kathy Roper,
GATech, Kathy.roper@arch.gatech.edu
Education-Clara Smith,
Grogan & Associates, csmith@groganassociates.com
Newsletter-Pat Dingels, Verizon,
pat.dingels@verizonwireless.com
Newsletter-Lynn Moorman,
ABS Furniture, lmoorman@absfurniture.com
Breaking bread with IFMA
Members.
Great turnout despite the summer vacation season.
IFMA 2006-2007
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Chapter President- Stewart Smith,
st.smith64@comcast.net
Chapter Vice President- Andrea Noland,
Dekalb Office, anoland@dekalboffice.com
Website - Alan Jones,
Wegman Group, ajones@wegmanfrp.com
Chapter Treasurer-Fran Rissland,
A-R-T & Associates, fran.rissland@artandassociates.com
Association Office- Bob Thomas, Ahqi, bobt@ahqi.com
Association Office - Vernon Thomas, vernon@ahqi.com
Association Office- Mitzie Thomas, mitzie@ahqi.com
Association Office- Lisa Maidel, lisa@ahqi.com
Association Office- Trisha Clark, trisha@ahqi.com
Chapter Secretary-Christine Vest,
Propex Fabrics, vestcn@propexfabrics.com
Past President- Rachel Blackenship,
Sage Software, Rachel.blankenship@sage.com
AUGUST 2006 • IFMA • ATLANTA • VISIT OUR WEBSITE
AT WWW.IFMAATLANTA.ORG
SAVE THE DATES
Interviewing & Resume Workshop
When was the last time that you updated your resume? Join the
Career Services Committee for the fifth annual Interviewing and
Resume Workshop.
Date: August 10, 2006
Time: 11:30 until 1:30 PM
Location:
Steelcase Show Room
303 Peachtree Street Suite AL 175
Atlanta, GA 30303
Topic:Interviewing & Resume Workshop
Speaker: Kathy Roper
Cost: FREE
RSVP: August 04, 2006
Secure Online Registration – O’s for Credit Card and Amount
Lunch will be served. Reserve soon as space is limited.
HAPPY HOUR
Happy Hour is 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. August 10, 2006 at Dantanna’s!
"It's FREE! Hors d’oeurves provided and sponsored by Dantanna's
with semi private Cash Bar"
Visit this link for details:
http://www.ifmaatlanta.org/cgi-bin/makeevent.pl?20060810s
Please register online at this link:
http://www.ifmaatlanta.org/cgi-bin/makeevent.pl?20060810s
FALL CLASSIC
October 19th
Pine Isle Golf & Country Club
Lake Lanier Islands
Round Robin Tennis Matches, Shotgun Golf Tournament, Wine and
Cheese Cruise and Awards Banquet with buffet dinner
Contact Stephen Christopher at Royal Cup 800-366-5836
stevec@royalcupcoffee.com
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AUGUST 2006 • IFMA • ATLANTA • VISIT OUR WEBSITE
BRANAN TOWERS GRAND OPENING
Volunteer Appreciation Day at Branan Towers was a terrific time to
see the brand new lobbies recently completed --all 10 of them!!!
Many months ago, Joanne Cole and the IFMA Community Service
members rallied together to provide wall coverings, paint, new furniture and accessories for the reception/lobby area on each floor at
Branan Towers. Now, each time the elevator doors open, a smartly
decorated, comfortable reception area greets residents and guests.
What a great change!!
IFMA Members, IFMA Community Partners and the Branan Tower
Advisory Board Members joined in to help us celebrate and thank
everyone for their amazing contributions.
L-R: Christopher Odom of
Bonitz, Shane Lomax of
InterContinental Hotels,
Andrea Noland of Dekalb
Office, Joanne Cole of
Atlanta CDC, Judy Hughes
of ServPro, Donna Smythe
of North Fulton Child
Development Assoc. and
Ray Johnson of
Development Disabilities
Ministry of Georgia &
Thomas Nolfa.
L-R: Steve Sortes of
Choate Interiors, Alice
Coleman - President of the
Residents Assoc. Jeri
Boland - Admin. Thomas
Nolfa of Tradewinds,
Joanne Cole - Chair of
Community Service,
Malcom Weiss of Malcolm
B Weiss & Associates.
Jeri Boland, Administrator
of Branan Towers.
L-R: Stewart Smith President of IFMA Atlanta,
Alice Coleman, Lillian
Dardin - President of
Wesley Woods Advisory
Board, Jeri Boland and
Joanne Cole.
One of the 10 elevator lobbies that was remodeled by
the IFMA committee and
vendors.
If you would like to be part of the community service committee, please contact Joanne Cole @ 770-488-2577 or
bzv6@cdc.gov
AT WWW.IFMAATLANTA.ORG
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COMMUNITY CORNER
The Frazer Center - IFMA Community Partner
The Frazer Center is a nonprofit agency with a long-standing history
of providing exceptional, quality services to infants, preschoolers
and adults with physical and mental disabilities such as cerebral
palsy, spina bifida, Down Syndrome and other genetic anomalies
and global developmental delays. During the course of its fifty-five
year history, the Center has assisted children, adults and their families with therapeutic, educational and vocational services that maximize the potential for independence.
In 1996, The Frazer Center became the first non-profit supported by
the IFMA Atlanta membership. The professional association of
facility managers and vendors worked to upgrade the facility providing a new roof at cost, consulting on space planning, etc. They
also purchased a new Club Car to transport clients with disabilities
throughout the property and garden. This initial partnership was
short duration with very clear and distinct goals to be accomplished.
In 2003, the relationship with IFMA-Atlanta was re-established
when multiple non-profits were selected for the long-term support
and membership assistance. Since then, IFMA has provided after
construction consultation on roofing and HVAC systems. A 2004
IFMA Volunteer Day resulted in clean up of our therapy garden for
our adults and cleaning up a very old playground. Volunteers
repaired fences, washed equipment, donated and planted flowers
and added a vegetable garden to the children’s space. Acoustic tiles
have been created and installed in two areas. Electrical and HVAC
systems were relocated in the gardens. Consultation on safety needs
like sidewalks around the building, lighting in the gardens, and
building structural soundness after a truck hit our building are all
part of what IFMA is doing for us now. Most recently, an IFMA
member has joined our Board of Directors. This addition brings
even more credibility to our organization as we seek operational and
capital funding.
The Frazer Center is located in Druid Hills on the original estate of
Cator Woolford, co-founder of Retail Credit Company, now
Equifax. He began building his home on the property in 1916, and
his mansion was the home of The Cerebral Palsy School Clinic
from 1949 to 1959. In 1959 a school building was built on the rear
of the property, which The Frazer Center now inhabits. The beautiful property offers a serene setting for a multi-faceted program.
The grounds include Cator Woolford Gardens, sometimes referred
to as the “Secret Gardens.” The Gardens are a popular site for photo
shoots and the occasional movie or television filming, and are rented to the general public for wedding ceremonies and receptions,
retreats, luncheons, dinners and various corporate functions. They
are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Revenue generated from Garden rentals directly benefits services provided by
The Frazer Center.
To schedule a tour, contact
Christy Jellets at 404-377-3836 x11.
AUGUST 2006 • IFMA • ATLANTA • VISIT OUR WEBSITE
AT WWW.IFMAATLANTA.ORG
S U S TA I N I N G PAT R O N P R O F I L E
Flood Brothers have been active members of IFMA Atlanta for over
three years. You may know of their generous contributions to IFMA
Showcased and IFMA Community Service Partners, most recently the
City of Refuge.
Flood Brothers, Inc. is not a company who gives away what they do by
their name. Many ask if we are a water remediation company. For
those of you that don’t know, we are a Full Service Commercial
Relocation Specialist. IFMA is represented by Stephanie Eckert and
Monte Townsend (as of August 1st).
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2 0 0 6 I F M A A T L A N T A
S U S T A I N I N G P A T R O N S
Aircond Corporation
Architectural Installations of
Atlanta
A-R-T & Associates
ASD, Inc.
Avyve
Baker Audio
Bonitz Flooring Group, Inc.
Carithers Wallace & Courtney
(C-W-C)
The company is named for the two brothers who own the company,
John and Robert Flood. Flood Brothers have the perspective that all
business is completely relationship based. They are the first people that
want to go out and represent their company and make you feel like part
of “their family.”
When starting their company, Flood Brothers, purchased land the
Bankhead neighborhood of Atlanta, with the idea of promoting job
opportunities in that community. This has proven to be one of the best
possible decisions. It has made life time employees with Flood
Brothers. It enables our employees to easily get to work being in the
city by public transportation. Flood Brothers, Inc. separates itself from
the competition by using only their own employees on staff rather than
unskilled temporary labor. The Flood Brothers have definitely taken
the opportunity to reach in to society giving many people an opportunity for security that might not otherwise find it, and as a result we are
now a “qualified HUBZone small business concern (SBC)".
Carter USA
CB Richard Ellis
Choate Interior Construction
Contract Marketing
Corporate Environments
CORT Furniture Rental
DeKalb Office Environments
Flood Brothers Moving &
Storage
Gensler
Haworth, Inc.
Hendrick, Inc.
Herman Miller, Inc.
Humphries and Company
IntraSpec Solutions
INVISTA
Jova Daniels Busby
Knoll
Malcolm B. Weiss & Associates
Malone Construction Company
Milliken Carpet
NFL Officeworks
Royal Cup Coffee, Inc.
Shaw Contract Group
Southern Business Systems
Steelcase, Inc.
Trilogy fm
Walter H. Hopkins Company
Wegman Associates
FA C I L I T Y F U N N I E S
Facility Funnies
This our newest line, the Jeff Foxworthy signature series.
Monte Townsend
M O N T H LY C F M E X A M Q U E S T I O N S
2. In most buildings, a low power factor is caused by a
major inductive load from:
A. Fluorescent lighting ballasts
B. Large motors
C. High-voltage transformers
D. Low-voltage switchgear
3. Confidentiality of site assessments and other environmental reports is assured under all of the following doctrines except:
A. Fifth Amendment privilege
B. Attorney-client privilege
C. Work product doctrine
D. Self-evaluative privilege
4. In maintenance, curb appeal means:
A. Height of the curb and distance to the parking lot
B. Initial impression a facility makes a visitor
C. layout of the landscaping and shrubbery
D. Large natural areas preserved for environmental reasons
Answers: 1-B, 2-B, 3-A, 4-B
1. The extent of an environmental investigation of a
property to be purchased is determined by the:
A. Federal regulation covering it
B. Parties involved in the transaction
C. Local agencies inspecting the property
D. Local court if a suit is brought
AUGUST 2006 • IFMA • ATLANTA • VISIT OUR WEBSITE
WORLD WORKPLACE SAN DIEGO 2006
AT WWW.IFMAATLANTA.ORG
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W W P F E AT U R E D AT L A N TA S P E A K E R S
WWP 2006
If you plan on attending World Workplace 2006 San Diego this year,
October 7-10th, we have blocked 20 rooms for the Atlanta Chapter
at the Holiday Inn, thanks to Barbara de Nijs Bik.
One double room is $159 per night.
You need to book your room by August 4th and just so you know,
another IFMA Hotel has been sold out as of 2 weeks ago, so don't
delay.
When you fill out the IFMA Hotel registration, please make sure
you clearly MARK "ATLANTA CHAPTER" on the form.
You can also do this via the internet, ifma@tq3navigant.com, or fax
it to the number on the registration form.Please copy me on this, so
we can keep track of the allotted rooms.
Thank you and see you San Diego!
Lynn Moorman
IFMA WWP Coordinator 2006
Cell # 404-775-6663
lmoorman@absfurniture.com
ABS Furniture
JOHN CREWDSON
Featured Speaker: John Crewdson of Roofcheck through the IFMA
Manufacturing Council.
Topic: Why are Roofs so hard to deal with.
Location: San Diego Convention Center
Date: Monday October 9th 4-5pm
He’s local so show some support!
From the dizzying array of material choices to the high cost of
doing it wrong (let alone doing it right), roofs are often viewed as a
facility manager’s least favorite project. Review common mistakes
made when dealing with roofing projects and how to avoid them.
How do you determine when it’s time for a new roof; how do you
choose a roof system; what’s the best approach to finding and qualifying roofing contractors, soliciting bids, checking up on the work
crew, and keeping the manufacturer’s warranty in effect? Take home
reference information for future projects.
Objectives:
1. Learn how to choose a roof system and contractor
2. Acquire tips for soliciting bids
3. Learn how to manage the job
JOE CARROLL
Featured Speaker: Joe Carroll Vice-President, Human Resources
IST Management Services, Inc.
Topic: The Art and Science of Finding a New Job
in 90 Days or Less.
Location: San Diego Convention Center
Date: Monday October 9th 9:30 - 11am
He’s local so show some support!
Remaining unemployed for an extended period of time is not
uncommon for many job hunters. Many people simply do not
understand the dynamics of an effective job search. Joe Carroll is
an executive recruiter who provides an inside look on how to accelerate your transition into a new job. There is an art and science in
systematically gaining an audience in front of decision makers.
Traditional resume and networking techniques often fail to achieve
the desired result. This session will provide you with a lifetime
strategy for gaining new employment regardless of your experience
or career goals.
Send your Member Profile and Photo to
lmoorman@absfurniture.com
www.ifmaatlanta.org
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AUGUST 2006 • IFMA • ATLANTA • VISIT OUR WEBSITE
AT WWW.IFMAATLANTA.ORG
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MEMBER PROFILES
NAME: Monte Townsend
COMPANY: Flood Brothers, Inc.
EMAIL: monte.townsend@floodbrothers.com
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: University of Oklahoma 90/91 BS German & French, BBA Marketing, MBA International Marketing:
Certificates of Business from University of Exeter, UK, La Sorbonne, Paris & University of Regensberg, Germany
FAVORITE VACATION DESTINATION: China, Paris
FAVORITE MOVIE: Master and Commander (I’m quite the swashbuckler)
WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF YOUR PRESENT JOB?
I work real hard to fake sincerity.
NAME: Dan Walther
COMPANY: CompuCredit
EMAIL: Dan.Walther@CompuCredit.com
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: DeVry Institute of Technology
FAVORITE VACATION DESTINATION: the beach
FAVORITE MOVIE: Fight Club – you must look for all the messages conveyed throughout this flick
HOW DID YOU GET INTO THE CAREER YOU ARE IN NOW? While managing owner investor property for 25 years my real job evolved
from managing a Copy Center, Mail Room, Food/Beverage, Switchboard, & Reception, Meeting Room Services & A/V, then adding, Facilities;
Security Administration, building maintenance, Space Management, Large Scale Office Moves, Construction Build outs, etc.
WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF YOUR PRESENT JOB? Right now it is getting acclimated to a new organization--it’s
culture, business drivers, how our Facilities team adds value to the bottom line. Are we delivering the right level of service for all transactions ?
How do maintain or enhance services where needed while reducing costs.
Send your Member Profile and lmoorman@absfurniture.com
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