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Scroll below to read about the highlights for IFMA San Diego in June & July
•July Luncheon - "Re-Thinking Light"
•IFMA FM3D Conference coming to San Diego in February 2009
•Recap of June Meeting - "Technology's Impact on the FM Professional
•Recap of March Charity SDYCS Apartment Refurbishment Project
•Recap of the Special May Evening Tour of LEED Certified T.I. Project at the EDAW Offices
•Recap of May Luncheon Meeting - "Tenant Improvements: How to Keep Costs Down"
•Recap of Special May Meeting "When to Re-Roof Now or Later"
•New CFM's Carlson, Cromier, & Irving Featured in San Diego Business Journal Ad
•Green Roof Marks First Anniversary
•New Summer courses on Facility Management at UCSD Extension
•Chapter places ad in San Diego Business Journal to increase awareness of FM & its professionals
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Upcoming Meetings & Events
July 9th Monthly Luncheon - "Re-Thinking Light"
Our speaker Cynthia L. Burke, LC, IALD is an award winning & published Architectural Lighting Designer. She will speak on an alternative approach to creating luminous environments. Through lighting techniques and applications borrowed from a variety of design disciplines, she will show how we can enrich our contemporary lives. A wide variety of lighting design visuals will be explored and discussed.
Ms. Burke founded Burke Lighting Design 15 years ago as a firm specializing in Hospitality, Retail, Conference Facilities, Galleries, and High-end Residential. Ms. Burke creates with an eye on the illuminated vision of the built environment. Just some of her notable recent completed projects include: George’s at the Cove; Calvary Lutheran Church, and the Omni Conference Center. Projects under construction include: AsiaSF Hollywood; Casa Azul (Executive Retreat in Baja Mexico); Hotel del Coronado (meeting rooms).
Afterwards, give yourself a few minutes to tour the energy displays at the Center.
Location:
California Center for Sustainable Energy (CCSE)
8690 Balboa Avenue Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92123
To see a map, click on this link.
Date and times:
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
10:30 AM Associates Meeting
11:30 AM Registration and Social
12:00 PM Lunch and Announcements
12:20 PM Presentation
Registration:
The deadline to register for this luncheon is noon Friday July 4th.
You may register for this event by doing one of the following:
Register by doing one of the following:
1) Calling Chapter Administrator Caryn Worcester at 877-4IFMA-SD (877-443-6273)
2) Faxing Caryn at 858-228-4365
3) Email Caryn at administrator@ifmasandiego.org
4) Register online using this link.
The fine print:
All attendees must register with a Visa or MasterCard. Due to catering costs, cancellations must be received at least 24 hours prior to the event in order to receive a refund. No-shows will be charged $30.
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IFMA FM3D Conference Coming to San Diego in February 2009
IFMA’s Executive VP/COO Alan Thomas (who is currently serving as interim Director of Events) came to town on June 2nd to tour two local downtown hotels to choose one as the location for the 2009 FM3D Conference in February. Alan invited the San Diego Chapter to send representatives to participate in this selection between two fine hotels, namely the US Grant and the Westin San Diego. Participating in this selection was Marcia Fisher, Dan Franklin, Denis Cormier, and Glen Best. The 2009 FM-3D will be focused on management and leadership topics for facility managers. Stay tuned for details on what hotel was selected for this outstanding event to be held in our own backyard.
Marcia and Denis checking out a US Grant Hotel meeting room
Dan and Alan at the Westin checking out the fantastic harbor view from a standard room.
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Recap of the June Meeting - Technology's Impact on the FM Professional
Speaker Thommy Russo, Chief Technology Officer and Leed A.P. for Akridge, gave an interesting presentation on technology's impact on the facility manager professional at our June luncheon held at the Convention Center, which was hosting the REALCOM 08 convention at the time. Tommy's message was that the Facility and IT Departments need to come together as a team to make the workplace more energy efficient, more responsive to customers, and better maintained. Examples he gave included:
1) Installing a building wide WiFi system and giving the facility techs Blackberry phones in order to more quickly interact with the work order system anywhere within the building.
2) making it possible for the building's fire system to send emails to Blackberry phones so FM personnel can immediately know where the problem is.
3) using computers to move from preventative maintenance to the more efficient predictive maintenance.
4) working with regulatory agencies to accept the possibility of controling lighting in stairwells to only be lit when people are present, saving considerable energy costs.
5) Install smart elevators that are capable of figuring out the most efficient way to move the people that are waiting for the elevators.
6) Wireless web cameras that can be easily installed to monitor progress on construction projects, thereby ensuring good tracking and management.
President Debra Gutzmer thanking Tommy Russo
Following Tommy's talk, IFMA members were allowed to attend the REALCOMM Intelligent Buildings Exposition and Business Solutions Marketplace, where products were being shown on building and lease software, IT hardware, and even a product for handling lobby visitors for a small companies that don't have a receptionist. Certainly technology will continue to impact facility management.
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Recap of SDYCS Charity Apartment Refurbishment Project
See a photo gallery and read about how members of the Chapter helped our Charity San Diego Youth and Community Services refurbish one of their transitional living apartments used for young adults by clicking on this link.
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Recap - Special Afternoon into Evening Tour of LEED Certified TI Project at EDAW Offices
Sue Downs, Interior Designer & LEED A.P., gave an informative tour of the LEED Certified TI project at EDAW offices in downtown San Diego. Sue talked about how the team took measures to accumulate points for LEED certification. It started with gathering all the contractors together before the start of the project to figure out what they could achieve towards the certification requirements. Points were achieved by:
1) sorting and palletizing construction debris for recycling,
2) sourcing materials made within a 500 mile radius,
3) using refurbished systems furniture from a local dealer,
4) working with the building owner to replace the many heat pumps with new CFC-free units,
5) implementing a green housekeeping system,
6) implementing a broader recycling program at each workstation/office,
7) installing waterless urinals, motion sensor faucets, and dual flush toilets,
8) reusing old doors as workstation tops for file cabinets.
9) providing task lighting that can be controlled at each workstation/office.
Sue Downs addressing the attendees
Sue stated that they were able to get 26 points, qualifying as a LEED Certified project (they missed being a Silver Certified project by one point). The project cost 6% more to achieve LEED Certification, but this certification was important to EDAW in order to show its clients that it "walks the talk" on environmental consciousness. It did require lots of documentation and photos to support their submission.
Also giving brief presentations of their contributions to this project included Sue Ann Mitchell of Haworth that demonstrated the Zody chair, which has 50% recycled materials content and comes with a guarantee that the manufacturer will fully recycle the chair when it comes to the end of its life.
Sue Ann demoing the Zody Chair
Donna Shirley of DIRTT then spoke about the use of DIRTT moveable walls in the EDAW space, which are much more flexible for future space changes, thereby helping to reduce construction debris disposal.
Donna talking about the DIRTT moveable wall product
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May Meeting Recap - "Tenant Improvements: How to Keep Costs Down"
Speakers David Wilken, Jeffery Hurkes, Herb Krul, and President Debra Gutzmer
A panel of three highly experienced presenters covered tips to reduce costs to the end user of building space as the project process unfolds through leasing, design, and construction. Our panel consisted of:
1) David Wilken, PE, CFM, principal of Wilken & Associates, providing project and construction management services as the owner’s / tenant’s representative. Dave has over 25 years of PM services experience both as a consultant to multiple clients and within organizations such as Rohr, SDG&E, Sempra, National University and Staubach.
2) Jeffery Hurkes, CID, President of Hurkes/Harris Design Associates, providing commercial interior design, space planning, architecture and construction administration. Jeff has over 25 years of experience in the interior design process, including projects for SAIC, E*TRADE Financial, California Bank & Trust, AIG, Associated General Contractors and GSA.
3) Herb Krul, Chief Operating Officer for Burger Construction, a general contactor specializing in the unique needs of tenant improvement construction. Herb has over 30 years experience in all aspects of the construction industry. Herb’s significant recent TI clients include Accredited Home Lenders, APCD, Tachyon Networks, and various tenants in Koll Center and Symphony Towers.
Rather than post a few highlights about their presentations, we encourage you to view their detailed PowerPoint presentation by clicking on this link.
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Recap - IFMA San Diego Presents-Re-Roofing Now or Later
This year's May luncheon meeting was a IFMA and AIA presentation on roofing. Existing conditions,case studies,and roofing solutions. Walt introduced speakers Domenic Morelli, Executive Vice President of Thermo Materials. Bob Brans, Representative of Thermo Materials. Charles Laughery,SrSales Representative for Johns Manville Roofing Systems Group and Dean Sandvan,Representative of LaveyRoofing Services. This panel discussed several topics including.
1) What constitutes a "cool roof"?
2) What are the 5 major types of roof products available and approximate cost?
3) How should the owner or architect address existing non-drainage areas?
4) What are a few of the roofing standards of design and detailing that will maintain the roofs impervious nature
5) Does all of the existing roof top eqiupment need to be removed and re-installed?
6) When is it time to replace the existing sheet metal flashing,drains and overflows?
7) Can liquid roofs fix and repair all?
8) Title 24 do you know its impact on the roofing industry?
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New Chapter CFM's
Congratulations are to be extended to the following members for rececently achieving CFM status:
Terry Carlson of BAE Systems Mission Solutions
Denis Cromier of RREEF Alternative Investments
John Irving of San Diego Data Processing
To see the quarter page ad that the Chapter placed in the March 24th issue of the San Diego Business Journal to recognize these three new CFM's, please click on this link. The following is a picture of Secretary Glen Best congratulating Denis at the Green Symposium for his achieving the CFM status.
Denis and Glen
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Green Roof Marks First Anniversary
Chapter Member and Sponsor Jim Mumford of Good Earth Plant Company has marked his first anniversary of his innovative green roof on his business in Kearny Mesa. Jim has reported a 10% cost savings on his energy bill and a significant drop in rainwater runoff. For more details on Jim's success and his future plans, click on this link. Also be sure to catch more details in the April 7th issue of San Diego Business Journal.
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Facility Management Courses at UCSD
UCSD Extension is offering several courses for facility managers over the next two months. These courses include:
Principles of Facilities Management - starting 7/1
Planning and Project Management for Facilities Managers - starting 6/30
Building Systems and Technology - starting 7/10
Environmental Economics & Sustainable Business Strategies - starting 7/8
Intro to Environmental Sustainability - starting 8/2
Green Global Supply Chain - staring 7/16
For more details on these courses, click on this link.
The San Diego Chapter of IFMA supports the UCSD Extension program on Facilities Management. We encourage our members to attend the outstanding courses that are being offered and to seek a Certificate in Facilities Management through this program. For more details on the Certificate Program, click on this link.
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2007 Members of the Year Awards Presentation
At the December luncheon, President Debra Gutzmer announced the selections of the 2007 Professional and Associate Members of the year. Chosen as the Associate Member of the Year was Shari Joyce of Pegasus Building Services. Shari was chosen for her overall dedication to the Chapter, but in particular for her chairing the Community Services Committee and working with our charity, arranging for the painting party at The Bridge (a temporary residential shelter program for adolescents who are experiencing difficulties), and for her leadership of the silent auction at the highly successful golf tournament last June.
Chosen as the Professional Member of the Year was Glen Best of the Dow Chemical Company. Glen was also chosen for his overall dedication to the Chapter, but in particular for serving as the Chapter Secretary, his running the website, and for his help at the Bridge painting party and the golf tournament. Notably this was the second consecutive year in a row that Glen has won this award.
Glen and Shari with their Member of the Year Awards
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IFMA San Diego Chapter in San Diego Business Journal "List of Lists"
In an effort to increase the awareness of IFMA, the San Diego Chapter, the CFM designation, and the professionals that call facilities management their career, our board recently unanimously approved establishing a partnership with our sponsor San Diego Business Journal to place selective ads in this journal over the next twelve months. Capping this off is a full page ad that was just published in the annual Book of Lists. To see this page, click on this link.
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