Nearly 4,000 facility management (FM) professionals from across the globe gathered for World Workplace 2025, marking the event’s 30th year and celebrating the 45th anniversary of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA).

This year’s conference, which took place in Minneapolis, Minnesota, honoured outstanding individuals advancing FM, including the induction of Laurie Gilmer, Benjamin Goudy and Frank Ngoh as IFMA Fellows — the association’s highest honour. Recipients of IFMA’s Awards of Excellence were also recognized for advancing knowledge, demonstrating volunteer leadership and driving professional growth across the industry.

The conference also featured educational sessions, facility tours. high-energy networking events, and keynote speakers—Daymond John, FUBU founder and Shark Tank investor, and David Eagleman, host of the science podcast Inner Cosmos.

“World Workplace brought the global FM community together like never before,” said Michael V. Geary, CAE, president and CEO of IFMA. “The energy and optimism reflected both where our profession stands today and where we’re heading. Whether you were a first-time attendee or a long-time member, your experience was a powerful reminder of the value of professional connection, knowledge-sharing and celebration.”

IFMA is already gearing up for World Workplace 2026, taking place November 18 to 20,  2026, in Anaheim, California.

Photo: IFMA CEO and President Michael V. Geary.