MISSION

To guide and advance the professional development of our members throughout their careers with support in certification, networking, education and research.

VISION

Our Chapter will be the premier Association in the Nashville, TN area for the advancement of all workplace professionals.

CODE OF ETHICS

The code is designed to foster trust and mutual respect among those working in IFMA and the facility management profession.

PURPOSE

To guide and develop the practice of facility management worldwide. IFMA advances the facility management profession through education, credentialing, government relations, professional development/leadership opportunities, research and standards development.

PROFESSIONALISM

IFMA members shall treat each other with respect when dealing with matters that could affect their professional reputations. All members shall recognize that the profession will be judged by the conduct of individual members

IFMA members shall use IFMA membership as a means of professional development for themselves and not personal aggrandizement.

CONFIDENTIALITY

IFMA members shall maintain the highest professional standards and ethical behavior in their Association relationships. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of mail lists, membership information and membership resources, or any calls, contacts or working relationships outside of IFMA

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Promptly disclose any known conflict of interest to related parties, and use any reasonable means to resolve such conflicts.

IFMA members shall not buy or sell products or services at IFMA functions, except at trade shows or displays established for that purpose.

COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS

IFMA members shall not discriminate because of race, sex, creed, age, disability or national origin as it relates to their Association relationships.

Recognize and discharge my responsibility and that of my Association to uphold all laws and regulations relating to IFMA activities.

RESPONSIBILITY TO PROS

IFMA members shall abide by the Constitution and Bylaws of the Association and shall support the objectives of its strategic plan and show respect in interactions with the interests of the Association.

IFMA members shall not engage in professional malfeasance, nor shall they make any misrepresentation concerning professional designations authorized by IFMA

PROTECTION OF ASSETS

Individuals who oversee Association assets shall apply the best available knowledge and techniques to preserve asset value and integrity.

FAIR DEALING

FMA members shall endeavor to deal fairly with other members, competitors, vendors, and employees. No member shall take unfair advantage of anyone through manipulation, concealment, misrepresentation or material facts, or any other unfair dealing practice.

NO UNETHICAL BEHAVIOR

IFMA members are responsible to report the actions of individuals or companies considered contrary to the Code of Ethics to IFMA.

IFMA shall follow standard procedures for the enforcement of this Code as approved by the IFMA Board of Directors.