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2024 Annual Conference Sponsorships are NOW OPEN!
2024 TAPPA Annual Conference sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are now available. Stand out from the competition and leverage your organization as an industry leader!
NEW this year—nstead of purchasing a specific sponsor level, you will choose an item or group of items to sponsor. The total dollar amount of the item(s) selected will then qualify you for a specific sponsor level.
Our sponsorships will not only maximize your conference experience but will also support educational components and social activities within the conference. Designed for any budget requirement, these options reinforce your presence in the market and deliver continued brand recognition after the Annual Conference. Take advantage before our exhibit hall sells out!
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Conference Registration
The Annual Conference provides several great opportunities to network with peers, including the registration hospitality event, president’s welcome reception, and evening social events. Establish new business relationships during exhibiting hours and increase your knowledge through more than 20 educational sessions!
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Hotel Information
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
1001 E McCarty Ln
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Group rate cut off date: March 13, 2024.
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The call for nominations for TAPPA Annual Awards will be coming soon. Please consider nominating deserving staff, business partners or your institution. Our awards are as follows:
- Facility Management Distinguished Service Award
- Business Partner Distinguished Service Award
- Stars Across Texas Award
A description of each award can be found here.
Watch for the call for nominations in an upcoming email and next month’s newsletter. If you have questions in advance, please reach out to our Past President, Shorty Schwarts at wls1@txstate.edu
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Robert Samaniego, Physical Plant Associate Director – Design and Construction Services for El Paso Community College, passed the Association of Physical Plant Administrators (APPA) examination to earn the Certified Educational Facilities Professional credential (CEFP).
Robert, who joined the Physical Plant in November 2014, graduated from the University of Texas El Paso in May 2021 upon earning a Master of Science in Construction Management degree.
The CEFP encompasses the multi-disciplinary range of educational facilities management principles and practices. It also validates specific knowledge and competency for success in the educational facilities-management field, from planning, design, and construction to daily operations and general management.
APPA provides education, experience and credentialing in support of professional growth. This allows facility leaders to grow their expertise in administration, management, operations, maintenance, energy, utilities, and environmental issues.
The former Project Manager became Associate Director of Design and Construction Services in September of 2023.
We congratulate Robert on his continuous educational and professional accomplishments, and we know he will apply his skills to create and maintain a safe and functional learning environment for the student body.
Mark Fred founded Filtration Concepts in 1994 with a vision that took the company from being a regional filter supplier to supplying many TAPPA members, as well as Higher Education institutions across Arkansas, Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.
Over the past three decades, Filtration Concepts' success has come from their commitment to providing customers with comprehensive filtration solutions that reduce overall filter expenditures but also contribute to decreased energy consumption, a smaller carbon footprint, and a minimized impact on landfills. Additionally, institutions have been able to reallocate personnel resources from HVAC filter service to other critical areas within facilities management.
Mark Fred's active involvement in the TAPPA community dates back to 2001, where he first served as an exhibitor. His consistent support of TAPPA has played a critical role in fostering meaningful connections within the industry.
According to Mark, “TAPPA has been invaluable resource that allows us to connect and build relationships with members, many of whom are customers and friends, some for as many as 30 years. We are proud to support TAPPA and grateful to the leadership over the years for allowing us to participate and build many wonderful relationships.”
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"The UH F/CM team has shown time and time again their commitment to supporting the University with their unwavering dedication and pursuit of customer service excellence along with an extensive commitment to Building Futures, Maintaining Excellence," said UH Chancellor and President Renu Khator. (Facilities Manager)
Qualifying school districts can now receive uncapped funding through a new tax provision, enabling investments in clean energy projects like solar panels and electric buses. (K-12Dive)
By employing Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles, schools can enhance safety through natural surveillance, access control, and maintenance—fostering a secure and positive learning environment. (Facility Executive)
A recent study suggests adding a Category 6 to the hurricane wind scale due to increasing storm intensity attributed to global warming, with several recent storms surpassing proposed thresholds. (FacilitiesNet)
As the fifth largest school district in the U.S., Nevada’s Clark County School District faces unique challenges in maintaining optimal indoor air quality (IAQ). Here, they share strategies for improvement. (CleanLink)
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