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At Elevate 2025, learning takes center stage. Our carefully crafted agenda delivers practical, actionable insights from industry leaders, designed to empower you to lead your facilities with confidence and vision. From groundbreaking sustainability case studies to strategic funding solutions and talent development, every session is built to address the real-world challenges facility executives face today.
Explore the lineup of keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive roundtables that make Elevate an essential event for advancing your career and your facilities.
Elevate 2025 Sessions
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Panelists:
Clarence Carson
Senior Infrastructure Advisor
State of Illinois
Doug Diaz
Director of Facilities Optimization
Clark County School District
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Advisory Board Panel: Cultivate the Next Generation of Facility Leaders
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
With 84% of facility leaders currently facing open positions—and 30% of professionals planning to retire in the next five years—the challenge of attracting and retaining talent in facility management is more urgent than ever. This panel, led by the Elevate Advisory Board, will explore effective strategies for addressing the talent gap. Attendees will gain insights into recruiting skilled professionals, nurturing leadership potential within their teams, and building succession plans to ensure long-term stability and growth. |
Richie Stever
VP of Real Estate
and Construction
University of Maryland Medical System
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Frank David Rhodes II
Senior Director of CapEx & Facilities Benchmark Senior Living
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Presented by: 
Chris McIntyre
CFO/COO/Treasurer & Construction Supervisor
Warren County Public Schools
Kelly Mrsic
Managing Director, Public Finance Banker
Baird
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Keynote Session 2: Unlocking Capital: Strategies for Funding Facility Improvements
12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
Facility budgets are often tight, causing delays in needed improvements. Chris McIntyre and Kelly Mrsic explain how the district funds energy projects by "stacking" multiple funding sources for maximum impact.
Amid uncertainty around federal grants, they'll explore practical financing options—including bonds, state funds, utility incentives, low-interest loans, grants, and performance contracts—and share strategies for successfully securing executive-level support. |
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Presented by: 
Larry Morgan
Senior Facilities Manager
SAP Global Facilities Management, Americas
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Keynote Session 3: Sustainability Is a Business Model
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Sustainability isn't just an environmental goal—it's a smart business strategy. Initiatives like electrification and net zero can generate long-term savings and a strong return on investment. In this session, Larry Morgan will explore how to create a culture of sustainability across all levels of an organization, from leadership to frontline staff. Attendees will learn how to set meaningful, measurable benchmarks that drive real impact and lasting success. |
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Thought Leader Roundtables
Connect directly with industry thought leaders and peers in an informal, round-robin format designed for sharing ideas and building real solutions. |
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Small Group Discussions
Join small, focused discussions on key facilities management topics. Connect with peers and share strategies on outsourcing, capital planning, emerging tech, and staff development.
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This is your opportunity to gain forward-thinking strategies, connect with influential leaders, and elevate your impact in facilities management.
Seats are limited—secure your spot today and be part of a leadership experience unlike any other.
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