#5 - Three Associations, One Industry: EuroFM, IWFM & IFMA in Conversation

Three leading facility management associations come together for one powerful conversation. In this special EuroFM podcast episode, live recorded from the EuroFM Conference in Trondheim, leaders from EuroFM (Natalie Hofman), IWFM (Andrew Hulbert) and IFMA EMEA (Lara Paemen) share their perspectives on the future of facility management and the growing importance of collaboration across borders.As the FM industry continues to evolve rapidly, driven by topics such as technology, sustainability, wellbeing and hybrid work, the need for international cooperation has never been greater. In this discussion, the panel explores how associations can support professionals at every stage of their careers, from students to experienced leaders, and how knowledge sharing between regions strengthens the entire industry.The conversation highlights:• Why collaboration between FM associations is essential• The role of knowledge exchange and global best practices• How FM differs across regions and what we can learn from each other• The importance of lifelong learning and professional development• How associations attract and support the next generation of FM professionals• The power of partnerships, networks and volunteeringWith decades of combined experience, this panel offers valuable insights into how the FM community can move forward together, beyond borders and beyond competition.Watch this episode here.