IFMA GNYC Committees
IFMA GREATER NYC COMMITTEES
Awards for Excellence/dinner Committee
In order to continue providing quality services and programming to our members, fellow IFMA Greater NYC members join the executive board and volunteer their time to participate in a wide range of projects as members of our established committees. Fill out our Volunteer Form to get more involved and get the most out of your membership!
Chair: Christine Chavez
Vice-Chair: Meg MacDonald Buckley - OfficeSpace Software
Executive Board Oversight: Helena Loman - Formcraft
Committee Members:
Danijel Pocanic - Nelson Worldwide
Linda Warne - CSA Group
Marc Messina - Macro
Mark Doherty - Cancos
Tom Bair - Waldner's Business Environments
Tania Siriapismai - Mancini Duffy
Carmen Sanchez Miller -
Peter Lorenz - Municipal Credit Union
Peter Fontanella - USIS
Holly Kay Benedict
Dinner Committee Liaisons:
Tim Burdge - Syska Hennessy
Christine Chavez
Meg Macdonald Buckley - OfficeSpace
Alexandra Liz - Blackstone
Communications Committee
This committee is responsible for the online newsletter highlighting information about chapter activities and members. In addition, this committee explores exposure opportunities for the chapter through the media and acts as a liaison with the press and other public entities. It also ensures that the IFMA Greater NYC name is shown positively throughout the region.
Chair: Kevin Conlon - Lewis Stevenson Office Solutions
Vice-Chair: Nick Ritter – Waldner's
Executive Board Oversight: Ann Caruso - Cross Management Corporation
Secretary: Dani Dunn - CFNY Group
Committee Members:
Alison Eagle - Turner & Townsend
Alison Klebous - CK Technology Group, LLC
David Feliciano - Eagle Transfer
John Lembo - RiverSpring Living
Paul Haley - EHE Health
Robert McGill - RD Weis & Co Inc.
Sana Azadian - RAAD Engineering
Rebecca Fielding - Empire
Zachary Davis - Unispace
Steven Stark - Costello Hardware
DEI Committee
The DEI Committee is a dedicated group within the chapter to promote and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Their primary objectives include raising awareness about diversity-related issues, advocating for inclusive policies and practices, and implementing strategies to enhance diversity recruitment, retention, and career development. The DEI Committee plays a crucial role in conducting assessments, collecting data, and identifying areas where the organization can improve its diversity and inclusion efforts. By developing and implementing initiatives, training programs, and policies, the committee helps create an environment that values and respects individual differences, promotes equal opportunities, and encourages a sense of belonging for everyone within the chapter.
Chair: Jose Loren – Meta
Vice-Chair: Grace Nowell – JLL
Executive Board Oversight: Carmen Miller Sanchez -
Committee Members:
Ann Caruso - Cross Management
Christian Miller - UJA Federation of NY
Jen Conine - Rockstar Games
John Connelly - LDI Connect
Jordan Hill – Patcraft
Liset Cordero - MG Engineering D.P.C.
Michael Schwartzberg - Steinway Moving & Storage
Sarah D'Annabelle - Brix Funding
Barry Handwerger - CFI Office
Belinda Watts – Row Partners
Sandra Meza - CBRE
Golf Committee
The Annual Golf Outing is a special event coordinated by this group of dedicated members who work to promote the organization through our Annual Outing. Often joined by professional athletes, the Golf Outing is a day of networking for our members and guests.
Chair: Yale Stogel - BP Group/Alan Margolin & Associates
Vice-Chair: Steven Haralambidis - EFY Sales
Executive Board Oversight: Helena Loman - Formcraft
Committee Members:
Irving Ramos - Facilities Manager
Jeff Lange – VVA
Nancy Tine - OFS
Ron Hertz - Vanguard Construction and Development Co., Inc.
Beth Miller - JT Magen
Tom Varian - John Gallin & Sons
The IFMA Cares Committee is the charitable arm of IFMA Greater NYC. IFMA Cares is dedicated to improving the lives of New Yorkers in need. The committee provides this civic service by supporting New York charities either via direct donations, fundraising activities, and/or the creation of volunteer opportunities for our members.
Chair: Zac Gorman - Globe Moving
Vice-Chair: Steven Haralambidis - EFY Sales
Executive Board Oversight: Rick Malan, RTPM - Telecom Infrastructure Corp
Committee Members:
Gerrianne Puntervold - ServPro
Irving Ramos - Facilities Manager
Minto Bose - Elemint Consulting
Peggy Smith - MGS Consultants
Rachelle Hastrich – JEFGC
Hillel Domborff - Thor Industries
Brian Cohen - Parker Plant
Keith Morris - ABM Industries
Member + Career Services Committee
The Member + Career Services Committee connects with new and existing members, works toward enhancing members' experiences by encouraging participation and introducing them to chapter services through personal contact, serves as a liaison to other committees, hosts New Member events, and welcomes chapter members and guests at chapter programs and events. The committee is a resource for those in transition or planning a change – making personal connections and hosting development workshops as well as making connections for new career opportunities. We look forward to seeing you at the next IFMA Greater NYC event!
Chair: Eric Pitts - Capri Holdings
Vice-Chair: Chris Trimboli - ThirdPoint LLC
Executive Board Oversight: Carmen Miller Sanchez
Committee Members:
Evan Eisner - Hudson River Moving
Sarah Piacentini – Chelsea Piers
Steven Lowsky - Birdie Delivery
Victoria Fleisher - Globe Moving
Todd Spiro - Hitt
Rhonda Hodges - FCI
Bridget Maloy – Apollo
Peter Corrigan – Blackstone
Hazim Oraibi – OfficeSpace Software
Networking committee
This committee helps build relationships using a unique structure of networking. The monthly networking breakfasts promote members and their products and services through personal introductions.
Chair: Michael Schwartzberg - Steinway Moving & Storage
Vice-Chair: Michael Dorfman - WATCH GUARD 24/7 LLC
Executive Board Oversight: Rick Malan, RTPM - Telecom Infrastructure Corp
Committee Members:
Anthony Tufaro - CJD Consult
Cary Levy - JT Magen
John-Russell Brockway - EastmanCooke Construction
Rob Winkler - FSG New York
Christopher Kent - DK Interior Solutions
Barry Young - Assurance Lighting
Adam Goltche - Milrose Consultants
Gloria Synder - Mass Contracting
Professional Development Programs Committee
The Professional Development Programs Committee collaboratively plans and executes a wide range of initiatives to meet the educational needs of our professional members. This dedicated committee focuses on organizing chapter programs, selecting relevant topics, securing knowledgeable speakers or panelists, identifying suitable venues, and hosting engaging meetings. Additionally, their objective extends to promoting the benefits of CFM, SFP, and FMP Credentials and Certifications. To achieve this, the committee explores various avenues such as hosting special events and partnering with local IFMA chapters to recruit participants for credential preparation courses. Moreover, they are actively pursuing accreditation from IACET, enabling them to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for qualifying educational programs.
Chair: Nadine Cino - Tyga-Box Systems, Inc.
Vice Chair: Robert Johnson - ASPCA
Executive Board Oversight: John Lembo - RiverSpring Living
Committee Members:
Laura Alaimo - Danone North America
Tullya Bertrand - Presentation Products
Richard Perez- Urban Health Plan
special events committee
Chair: Vicky Jones - Bona
Executive Board Oversight: Rick Malan, RTPM - Telecom Infrastructure Corp
The role of the Special Events committee is to organize two yearly events, the Holiday Party and the IFFY’s awards cocktail reception, which acknowledges a recipient volunteer from each committee. In addition, our committee assists the Sponsorship committee with their special event when necessary.
Committee Members:
Clair Conlan – CJD
Lorenzo Brooks - Mohawk
Brigitte Becquet - CRBE
Sponsorship Committee
The Sponsorship Committee works with the associate members to obtain sponsorship at the beginning of the fiscal year to help fund the educational programs and special events offered throughout the year. The committee members ensure that the annual sponsors are utilizing their benefits and connecting them to host networking events, provide white papers and attending programs. Vendors are encouraged to participate.
Chair: Melissa Cortez – Benchmark Builders
Vice Chair: Alison Eagle - Turner & Townsend
Executive Board Oversight: Joseph Carbonara - Sunrise Office Services
Committee Members:
Liset Cordero - MG Engineering D.P.C.
Justin Riehl - DirectEd Online
Raymond Pezzuti - Frank Fried
sustainability committee
This committee is charged with being a clearinghouse of information, resources, and educational material for IFMA Greater NYC. It shows IFMA Greater NYC's support for and endorsement of sustainability in design and lifestyle.Chair: Molly Jarr - Warner Bros. Discovery
Committee Members:
Nadine Cino – Tyga-Box Systems, Inc.
Mariaignez Deoliveira – Western Pest Services
Debbie Jaslow Shatz – Hensel Phelps Services
Carmen Miller Sanchez
Dominique Davenport – Greenery NYC
Jon Mills – Catcord
Graham Whittaker – Zumtobel Group
Martin Towey - WorkSpace Logistics
Jessica Bogdan - Haworth
Ryan Lenz - Bureau
Ketih Cooper - Henricksen
The Workforce Partnership Committee supports IFMA NYC’s mission by developing and nurturing partnerships that address local employment needs in facility management. We collaborate with the IFMA Foundation, academic institutions, and corporate sponsors to deliver mentorships, scholarships, and FM training programs for students, career changers, veterans, and incumbent professionals. Through targeted outreach—such as school engagement, veteran transition support, and corporate-sponsored training—we aim to strengthen the FM talent pipeline across the NYC region. By offering credentialing and training opportunities, the committee ensures both entry-level and experienced workers are prepared to meet industry demands.
