October 19, 2026

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🛑 Cool Stuff Ahead! 🛑

DON'T FORGET!
⛳ IT'S GOLF WITH A HALLOWEEN TWIST! 🎃

Our rescheduled ifmaKC Golf Tournament is

NEXT FRIDAY - 10/30, and we're turning the fairway into a costume-themed bonanza!

We want Disney villains! We want mimes! We want shuffling zombies!

We want Nemo on the putting green!

(The lost little fish or the captain of the Nautilus—we're not picky!)

Get creative! Get ridiculous!
Just whatever you do...

🏌️DON'T come as you are! 👻🏌️

✨ December Is Closer ✨

Then You Think!

We know, we know...it's only October!

But the ifmaKC Holiday Party will be here before you know it, and we're already gearing up for a fabulous celebration!

We're looking for event sponsors and raffle prize donations to help make this year's festivities extra special.

Want to spread a little holiday cheer?

Donate & Sponsor now and

help us make the season bright!

⌛ The Countdown Is ON! ⌛

Just ONE YEAR until World Workplace 2027

comes to Kansas City!

The excitement is building as we prepare to roll out the red carpet and welcome FMs & Vendors from around the world to our hometown!

Our planning efforts are already underway!

As the host chapter, ifmaKC has a unique opportunity to showcase our city, celebrate our FM community, and help make WWP27 an unforgettable experience!

Keep reading below to learn more and register for WWP 26!

Industry News

The Real Test of an MLB Ballpark Comes Late in the Season

By Brian Grant

How facilities teams keep a venue feeling like Opening Day after 162 games

The players aren't the only ones expected to bring their A-game in October! ⚾

After 162 games and months of packed stands, unpredictable weather, concerts and countless innings, keeping an MLB ballpark in Opening Day condition is no small feat. Behind every great fan experience is a facilities team working to stay ahead of the wear and tear.

Discover how smart technology, proactive planning and a whole lot of teamwork keep major league ballparks ready for the postseason spotlight.

🛑 Last Chance for exclusive discounted rates! 🛑

Only available thru 10/23/26

🏨 Stay Close to the Action at World Workplace!

IFMA’s official hotel block features three exceptional hotels just steps away from the Anaheim Convention Center, making it easy to maximize your conference experience.

👉 Click HERE to view hotel options and reserve your room.

Due to the incredible response the

Special $99.00 Disney Twilight Experience

is now Sold Out!

World Workplace 2026 Resource Links

Need To Convince Your Boss?

Event Pricing Guide

Hotels with Exclusive Rates

WWP 26 Schedule At A Glance

WWP 25 Recap Video

Explore Anaheim!

Attending World Workplace 2026? Show your network!

✳️ Simply click the link and fill in your information to get your card for social media.

✳️ To create your custom Social Share card, visit: IFMA World Workplace 2026, ......attendee - Walls.io Echo

✨ Making Spirits Bright, Together! ✨

This holiday season, we're proud to collaborate with Sherwood Autism Center as our charitable partner!

A Kansas City institution since 1974, Sherwood has spent more than 50 years empowering children and adults on the autism spectrum through:

➤ Education

➤ Employment support

➤ Programs that help individuals of all abilities thrive.

We're excited to shine a little extra light on the incredible work they do in our community, and we hope you'll join us in supporting their mission this holiday season!

✨ Get to Know Sherwood! Click here to learn more about their mission and programs.

Want to put your company in the holiday spotlight?

We’re looking for five sponsors at $500 each to help provide food and drinks for the celebration.

Sponsors receive website recognition plus:

♦️Drink Sponsors — Logo featured on all drink cards.

♦️Food Sponsors — Signage displayed at the food table.

Interested in sponsoring? Let us know: Click Here!

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS!