1. IFMA Nashville Chapter
Survey Says!
IFMA Nashville Chapter

2. What Is Your Affiliation With IFMA Nashville?
Professional – 32 (39%)
Associate – 35 (43%)
Guest – 15 (18%)
Total - 82

3. Time & Duration for Meetings / Events
What time would you likely attend meetings or events?
Lunch Time – 78 (95%)
What duration of time is preferred for meetings or events?
1.5 hours – 51 (62%)

4. Indicate Feedback Regarding Membership Meeting Formats
Speaker Presentation Only
Just Enough – 73%
Tour Combined With Speaker Presentation
Just Enough to Provide More – 84%
Round Table Discussion
Just Enough to Provide More – 61%
Panel Discussion
Just Enough to Provide More – 67%
Interactive (audience participation)
Just Enough to Provide More – 79%

5. Do You Like Our Current Membership Meeting Venue (Maggiano’s)?
Yes – 69 (84%)
No – 8 (10%)

6. If We Were To Change Venues, What Areas of Town Are Most Convenient for Membership Meetings?
Downtown & The Gulch (tie)
Brentwood
Cool Springs
West Nashville
East Nashville & Airport (tie)
North Nashville

7. What Credential Study Sessions or Training Are You Most Interested?
FMP – 24 (29%)
CFM – 20 (24%)
SFP – 10 (12%)
**Several did not respond

8. Rank Program, Education, Training Topics In Order Of Interest.
Leadership
Operations & Maintenance
Project Management
Nashville Area News
Workplace Strategy
Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity
Technology
Environment Stewardship & Sustainability
Real Estate
Finance & Business
Safety

9. What Nashville Area Buildings Would You Like To Tour?
State Capitol
Music City Center
Nissan Stadium
AT&T (Batman Bldg)
Airport
Bridgestone Arena
Bridgestone HQ
Vanderbilt University & Children’s Hospital
Opryland
Union Station Hotel
Under Armour
The Science Center
Breweries & Distilleries
Williamson Co. Emergency Preparedness Center
Country Music Hall of Fame
Belle Meade Plantation

10. On Average, How Many IFMA Events Do You Attend, Outside Of The Monthly Meetings?
1-5 – 28 (34%)
5-10 – 13 (16%)
10-15 – 5 (6%)
**Several did not respond

11. If Less Than 5, What Would Make These Events More Appealing To You?
Type of Event
Time of Event
Convenience of Location
Frequency of Events Offered
More Advanced Notice (for planning)
* Listed in order of importance

12. What Can We Do To Improve The Value Of Your Membership?
More networking time
Incentives for FM’s to attend meetings
Facilitate interaction at tables to encourage conversation (games, questions)
Amp up the Holiday Party
Bring WWP to Nashville
Change venues quarterly
Larger meeting space
Utilize those who are interested in joining a committee.
Highlight the benefits of IFMA Credentials & Membership
Share “What’s Happening in Nashville” at meetings