NYAPPA hosts professional development meetings multiples times per year—rotating among member institutions throughout New York and nearby regions. These events feature engaging, high-quality educational sessions designed for facilities professionals at all levels, from senior leadership to frontline supervisors.
Each session is crafted to help participants strengthen technical knowledge, develop leadership and people-management skills, and explore emerging trends and best practices within the facilities management field. Topics vary to ensure relevance and value for every attendee.
Our meetings begin with a light continental breakfast and a brief business update, which includes welcome remarks and insights from NYAPPA and our regional and national APPA partners. Following the educational sessions, attendees enjoy a mid-morning break, a networking lunch, and often a guided campus tour hosted by the meeting’s institution.
These gatherings provide excellent opportunities for institutional and business members to connect, share ideas, and discuss successes and challenges in a collaborative environment.
COMING SOON:
Turf Management / Grounds Training: Hosted by the Spencerport CSD
Tentatively: Week of July 13th
No Cost to Attend
Lunch will be provided
Drive-In Session: Hosted by Clarkson University
Tentatively: July 21st
No Cost to attend
Lunch provided
Supervisor Toolkit Training: Hosted by SUNY Cortland
Tentatively in September
A comprehensive 3-Day leadership development program tailored specifically for operations supervisors.
This program is being offered with a significant cost reduction through NYAPPA sponsorship support, helping make leadership training more accessible across our membership.