By Mackenna Moralez

The National Facilities Management & Technology (NFMT) Conference & Expo is making its return to the Baltimore Convention Center on March 29-31, 2022. This is the first time NFMT has been held in Baltimore since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020.   

“Facility managers are ready to return to in-person events,” says Dan Weltin, editor-in-chief, facility market with Trade Press Media Group. “Virtual conferences have been helpful during the pandemic, but they are no substitute for a live trade show. NFMT will be the best opportunity to learn about the latest trends and see new products.” 

The conference continues to deliver its promise to provide world-class education by offering broad-based education for facilities professionals. The show is now offering four different registration options to choose from, allowing for a more personalized experience. The tiers are: 

Basic: At this level, registrants can attend the expo for free and have access to 20-minute learning lab sessions. Basic-level registrants also can attend the Networking Party held the evening of March 29. 

Pro: For $29, registrants can secure the Pro level tier. At the Pro level, in addition to attending the 20-minute learning lab sessions and the Networking Party held the evening of March 29, attendees can pre-register for all sessions, will have on-site access to breakout sessions, and can earn continuing education units. 

Elite: For $149, registrants can become Elite attendees. Guests will have access to all that is in the aforementioned tiers, including video access to content after the show ends. Elite attendees will also secure a six-month subscription to fnPrime, a membership-only community that has new resources available to help facility management professionals each month.  

Virtual: To remain COVID friendly, NFMT is providing a virtual option for attendees that would like to stay remote for $49. With this level, registrants can access 20-minute learning lab sessions.  

“We’re not just excited, we’re thrilled to bring NFMT back to Baltimore,” says Jill McDermott, CEO of Trade Press Media Group. “After three long years away, the facilities community is more than ready to return to a face-to-face setting. We look forward to delivering our 20th trade show with a vibrant expo and a particularly strong conference session lineup.” 

NFMT is also bringing a series of educational sessions to help facility management professionals grow in their careers. The Foundation Sessions will cover topics that include safety, technology and sustainability. These 60-minute seminars are geared to be more introductory, and as a result, all attendees are welcome to participate. 

“Attendees trust the education at NFMT because the show is put on by the same team that is behind the industry leading publications Building Operating Management, Facility Maintenance Decisions and FacilitiesNet.com,” says Weltin. 

Demand for NFMT has never been as high as it is today. Facility management professionals are eager to discover new products and useful services. Stay up to date with the conference by following the hashtag #NFMT22 and Facility Maintenance Decisions and Building Operating Management on social media or visiting nfmt.com.  

NFMT takes place at the Baltimore Convention Center on March 29-31, 2022. To register, visit nfmt.com. 

Mackenna Moralez is assistant editor with Healthcare Facilities Today.