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Monday, February 2 to Thursday, February 5, 2026 at The Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel
APPAU, APPA’s flagship professional development event for facilities professionals, was created to support professionals as they evaluate what today’s challenges and opportunities mean for their teams. This year’s three-day event delivers hands-on courses and real-world insights from the nation’s top facilities management experts. Nationally recognized faculty will guide participants through current challenges and offer practical tools for effective prioritization, timely delivery, budget management, and operational achievement. |
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Choose Your Learning Path |
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Don't miss your chance to be part of it. Get your ticket today! |
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Institute for Facilities Management (3 days): Deepen expertise in key operational and technical areas.
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| | Leadership Academy (3 days): Build leadership skills you can apply immediately at your institution. |
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| | AI in Facilities Workshop (Targeted Titles and Topics) (2 days): Learn from AI leaders, hear what others are doing through innovative case studies, and engage in dialogue about the impact of AI on facilities management. |
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| | Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) Prep Course We will also be offering a CEFP Prep Course at this year’s event for those preparing for the upcoming CEFP exam. |
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| Discover how APPA’s Certified Educational Facilities Professional program can advance your career and explore our growing community of certified professionals. |
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Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel |
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Book your APPAU hotel room at the special rate of $249/night before the room block expires on January 8. Staying onsite ensures convenience throughout the conference. Students are responsible for their own accommodations and evening meals. |
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Business Partner Member? Sponsor APPAU! |
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APPA offers tiered opportunities designed to meet a range of visibility goals. Benefits include recognition in event communications, brand visibility throughout the venue, and opportunities for direct engagement with attendees. |
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| Define your member journey with our professional development programs. |
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Attention APPA Regions and Chapters! |
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| We want to consistently showcase your achievements, members, and institutions. Please have your Marketing and Communications Chair share monthly or quarterly updates with us at publications@appa.org. |
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| | Your institution’s participation is vital in shaping the collective understanding of educational facilities nationwide. Extended Submission Deadline: Friday, December 31, 2025 at 11:59 EST |
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For Gabe Hampton, APPA Is Where Facilities Leaders Grow Together |
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| When Gabriel “Gabe” Hampton looks back on his 27 years with the University of Nebraska, one moment stands out: the year he received a scholarship to attend APPA’s Leadership Academy Level 1: Individual Effectiveness… |
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Member Spotlight - Mia Love |
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| As a facilities leader, neurodiversity educator, and public speaker, Mia Love channels her dynamic expertise toward a clear mission: helping people discover where they thrive and how to achieve the best and highest use of their talents… |
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| | APPA is sending a Company Census this month to update member details and keep information current. |
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| | APPA's Annual Conference brings our community together for two days of learning, networking, and inspiration. |
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| July 16–18, 2026 in Washington, DC at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center |
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| | Discover APPA events—from APPAU and the Annual Conference to regional conferences, APPA OnCampus programs, partner events, and webinars. |
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| Business Partner? Sponsor a Webinar! |
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| | Bringing professional development programs like Invest in Success, Supervisor’s Toolkit, Leadership Academy, and CEFP Prep directly to your campus or regional event. |
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| NEW! Belimo Launches Room Sensors 1.5 Launches |
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| New features include a 4-20mA output and additional functionality with the Assistant 2 app. The Room Sensor 1.5 is officially CALGreen certified, meeting California's strict standards for schools. Learn more |
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Advertise | Contribute | Reach |
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Reach our members by advertising in InsideAPPA, Facilities Manager Magazine and online with Feathr. Submit an article for Facilities Manager Magazine, or news and updates from your region or chapter! |
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