Prior to touring Utah’s State Capitol and New North Capitol Museum on May 20, 2025 during NASFA’s 2025 National Conference & Expo you’ll want to participate in this presentation. If you’re not able to participate in the tour, this is your opportunity to learn about Utah’s capitol and the construction of their new museum.

Utah State Capitol Renovation (2004-2008)
From 2004 to 2008, the Utah State Capitol underwent a massive renovation to improve safety, functionality, and historical preservation. The project included seismic retrofitting, restoring original architectural details, and adding underground facilities. The enhancements ensured the Capitol remains a lasting symbol of Utah’s government while meeting modern structural standards.

New North Capitol Museum
The North Capitol Building is being constructed into a state-of-the-art museum showcasing Utah’s political and cultural history. This new space will feature interactive exhibits, historical artifacts, and educational programs, providing an immersive experience for visitors to explore Utah’s rich heritage.

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If you’d like more information about the Board of Directors or the Committee Chairpersons contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.
1:00pm ET - 12CT - 11MT - 10PT

FEA Spotlight

“Duct Tape vs. Dollars: Smarter Planning”

When should you reach for duct tape, and when is it time to invest real dollars? Facility directors constantly juggle urgent fixes with long-term needs, often deferring critical system renewals. This session explores how to move beyond patchwork solutions by keeping asset data fresh, forecasting maintenance and renewal needs, and prioritizing the work to be done. Learn how to ditch the temporary fixes and take a strategic, data-driven approach to optimizing your facility portfolio.

John Edwards, PE, CFM, FMP, CEO, FEA
As CEO for FEA, John Edwards fosters a collaborative culture with a focus on partnering with clients to create efficient, effective, and enduring environments. John understands the key to building excellence lies in understanding client needs. He prioritizes client engagement throughout the planning process, ensuring open communication and a deep understanding of each project’s specific goals. During his career as a U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps Officer John served as a commanding officer, installation public works officer, and regional facilities executive. john.edwards@feapc.com

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United Rentals Spotlight

“United Rentals – Company Overview”

An overview of United Rentals: Over 3,000 cat classes of rental equipment, Safety Operator Training, Sustainability programs and emission tracking and our Total Control platform allows you to track both equipment you own and rent to review rent vs. buy cost analysis.

Bayne McDowell, Government Account Manager, Government Sales Team, United Rentals
25 years at United Rentals, NIGP Public Procurement Suppliers Masters Certification, Juris Doctorate bmcdowell@ur.com

2:00pm ET - 1CT - 12MT - 11PT

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“Plans, Portfolios And Projects: Full-Scale Facilities Stewardship”

Join us for this lively session where we'll show you how Gordian can help state facility administrators make smart, nimble decisions amidst economic ups and downs. Discover how we meet you where you are, turning critical facilities data into strategic gold and delivering custom-built condition assessments for top value. We'll simplify your capital planning, shift the focus to big-picture strategies, and unlock new negotiation space to prioritize your resources. Plus, our efficient procurement tools will have you mobilizing on project priorities in no time. Get ready to unite your plans, portfolios, and projects with precision and effectiveness!

Caroline Johnson, Senior Director, Gordian
As Senior Director of Sales for Higher Education and State, Local and Education (SLED) planning, Caroline leads her team to help public agencies and higher education institutions prioritize needs and risks, effectively communicate project costs, generate winning strategies and develop actionable, long-term capital plans. Caroline has more than a decade of experience helping organizations to strategically prioritize, maintain and resourcefully utilize their physical assets. She served as a Regional Service Manager with Sightlines when Gordian acquired the business in 2015, overseeing and training her team while working directly with clients and presenting data solutions. She holds a B.S. in Marketing from Quinnipiac University – School of Business.

2:00pm ET - 1CT - 12MT - 11PT

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If you’d like more information about the Board of Directors or the Committee Chairpersons contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.
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We are now accepting applications for our scholarship program for state facilities professionals. Open to non-member and member state representatives, the scholarship is designed to help cover travel-related expenses— including airfare, hotel, and more— with traveling to and from, as well as attending, the conference. Deadline for applications is March 4, 2025.

This Building Commissioning Association (BCxA) presentation will describe the commissioning processes for new and existing buildings. It will also list the deliverables one should expect from a commissioning provider. You will be able to recognize the value of commissioning for new buildings and as well as how ongoing commissioning ensures continued energy savings. Lastly, this presentation will cover commissioning scope and procurement best practices.

The BCxA is an international nonprofit organization, which is a strong dedicated advocate for more than 1,200 members of the commercial building industry, helping them ensure that our new and existing buildings have the best possible risk management, quality assurance, and resiliency. We’re proud to advance best practices, offer a broad range of education and training opportunities, play a leading role in shaping industry policies and standards, and promote the benefits of building commissioning to achieve buildings that work.

• Lyn Gomes, PE, CCP, LEED AP, BCxA President -- Lyn is the current president of the Building Commissioning Association's board of directors. Outside of the BCA, she is a commissioning coordinator at DPR Construction. She is co-chair for the new IES/ANSI standard on sequences of operation for lighting control systems, teaches classes on lighting control systems, and chairs ANSI/IES LP-8, the standard the Commissioning Process Applied to Lighting and Control Systems.

• Liz Fischer, Executive Director, Building Commissioning Association -- Liz Fischer has been active in the energy efficiency, conservation, and commissioning industry for more than 30 years. She is the Executive Director of the Building Commissioning Association, an international association dedicated exclusively to advancing building commissioning and the professionals who practice it.

** When registering you'll be asked to accept NASFA's Virtual Disclaimer available here.

If you’d like more information about the Board of Directors or the Committee Chairpersons contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.
1:00pm ET - 12CT - 11MT - 10PT

February 11th marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The day honors the vital role played by women and girls in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). It promotes full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls. Pay tribute to women in science by learning and sharing their contributions. Join the conversation on social media with #WomenInScience and inspire a young girl with a book like Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World! 

Join our Learning Series Committee Call.
2:00pm ET - 1CT - 12MT - 11PT

To join this committee contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.

Join our Education Committee Call.
12:00pm ET - 11CT - 10MT - 9PT

To join this committee contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.

Join our Education Committee Call.
1:00pm ET - 12CT - 11MT - 10PT

To join this committee contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.

If you’d like more information about the Board of Directors or the Committee Chairpersons contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.
1:00pm ET - 12CT - 11MT - 10PT

Great Plains Region state representatives are welcome to participate in this call as we discuss a variety of topics.
1:00pm ET - 12CT - 11PT - 10PT

For a list of the states in the Great Plains region; scroll to the bottom of the “About Us” page.

To join this call contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.

Join our Learning Series Committee Call.
2:00pm ET - 1CT - 12MT - 11PT

To join this committee contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.

If you’d like more information about the Board of Directors or the Committee Chairpersons contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.
1:00pm ET - 12CT - 11MT - 10PT

Join us as we explore Charleston International Airport’s (CHS) $925 million transformation in partnership with OnIndus to elevate operational efficiency and project management. This session highlights CHS’s shift from manual workflows to digital solutions, automating processes, centralizing data, and enhancing financial visibility. Learn how these advancements support CHS’s ambitious capital improvement plan, creating jobs, boosting economic growth, and setting a new standard for South Carolina’s air travel infrastructure.

• Adriana Briggs is a project coordinator at the Charleston County Aviation Authority (CCAA).  With over 12 years of experience in the architecture, engineering and construction industry, Adriana has successfully overseen more than $5 million in capital improvements.  She played a pivotal role in implementing Kahua and was a key contributor to the design and architecture of CCAA’s Kahua platform.  Her responsibilities include managing internal projects, coordinating and scheduling external contractor support, and ensuring that all CCAA grant submittals adhere to the highest quality standards.

• Nathan Yokoyama is the Director of Engineering for the Charleston County Aviation Authority.  The Authority operates South Carolina’s busiest and fastest growing airport, Charleston International, and two general aviation airports, Mt Pleasant Regional and Charleston Executive Airport.  He is responsible for the planning and design for all capital and large maintenance projects.  He holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Florida State University and is a licensed professional engineer in the state of South Carolina.

• Martin Aztiazarain a leader at OnIndus, brings over 20 years of expertise in driving innovation and operational excellence to empower clients in capital project management and facilities solutions.  Known for his ability to integrate cutting-edge technology with strategic processes, he delivers scalable solutions that drive efficiency, compliance, and measurable results.  Martin’s commitment to fostering collaboration and launching transformative initiatives positions him as a trusted partner to organizations navigating complex challenges in industries like higher education, healthcare, and government. 

Join us as we offer Part II of our Statewide Master Planning discussion.

On this Part II Chat, we plan to discuss a five year strategic plan that would go along with an agency’s larger master planning efforts with a focus on agency issues that are tied to deferred maintenance. Maryland manages two programs that are used to fund deferred maintenance projects but our backlog and amount of annual funding don't address the need. Maryland also has a funding mechanism for larger capital projects that could be used based on data gathered as part of a five year strategic plan or a master plan.

From some of the information shared on the last call, Maryland has put together a strategic maintenance outline which they are currently working to create a fillable survey similar to what the Wyoming team did. They hope to accomplish a few things with the survey:

1. Get a sense of the agencies short term maintenance goals

2. Get the agencies to look holistically at their facilities and systems and plan for projects versus reacting to what is failing

Our goal is to combine data from the survey with data gathered by the Building Assessment Unit (BAU) to assist with developing the statewide master plan that spans multiple agencies.

To view a sample of Maryland’s outline, click here.

“End-to-End Asset Management for Government”

How is your organization managing the thousands of assets in your facilities? Are you using the data you already capture to help streamline your operations or help plan for large capital projects? Join our presentation to learn how to use the data you already have (or start collecting the data you need) to build a more resilient, safe, operationally efficient, and financially responsible maintenance operation.

Jennifer Perkins, Government Industry Specialist with Brightly Software, a Siemens company
Jennifer has over 25 years of experience in the state and local government and education markets as a practitioner, consultant and industry advisor. During her 15+ years at the City of Boston she pioneered many efficiency projects around infrastructure and operations. Currently, at Brightly software, she is able to help state and local governments become more efficient using a state-of-the-art solution to manage public assets and aid in long-term financial planning. jennifer.perkins@brightlysoftware.com

State employees and our Corporate Partners are welcome to participate in this two-day virtual event. We begin each day at 12:00pm ET - 11am CT - 10am MT - 9am PT.

State employees and our Corporate Partners are welcome to participate in this two-day virtual event. We begin each day at 12:00pm ET - 11am CT - 10am MT - 9am PT.

Join our Reference & Resource Committee Call.
12:00pm ET - 11CT - 10MT - 9PT

To join this committee contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.

“Transportation & Infrastructure Services for Asset Maintenance Solutions”

Join US Facilities as we highlight our approach to transportation and infrastructure asset maintenance. With over 50 years of experience, we provide comprehensive services, from proactive maintenance strategies to sustainable practices, using cutting-edge technology like our CMMS Insight system. Learn how we ensure the safety, efficiency, and longevity of critical assets such as bridges, tunnels, and rest areas. Hear from our experts about key projects and operational innovations that drive our commitment to building resilient infrastructure for the future.

Bart Mueller, Vice President, Transportation & Infrastructure Services, U.S. Facilities, Inc.
Bart has over 30 years of experience in transportation management and leading infrastructure programs. His expertise spans public service and operations, delivering efficient and strategic transportation solutions. bart.mueller@usfacilities.com

Sal Sibilia, Director of Transportation & Infrastructure Services, U.S. Facilities, Inc.
With over 35 years in transportation operations, Sal Sibilia specializes in overseeing critical infrastructure projects, including movable bridges and traffic management systems for multiple regions across Virginia. sal.sibilia@usfacilities.com

Dennis Walters, Senior Program Manager, Transportation & Infrastructure Services, U.S. Facilities, Inc.
Dennis has over 20 years of experience managing large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects, focusing on predictive and preventative maintenance programs and optimizing operational efficiency. dennis.walters@usfacilities.com

If you’d like more information about the Board of Directors or the Committee Chairpersons contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.
1:00pm ET - 12CT - 11MT - 10PT

West Region state representatives are welcome to participate in this call as we discuss a variety of topics.
2:00pm ET - 1CT - 12MT - 11PT

For a list of the states in the West region; scroll to the bottom of the “About Us” page.

To join this call contact NASFA at nasfa@csg.org.