TEMPE, ARIZ. (October 16, 2025) ‒ The IFMA Greater Phoenix Chapter is proud to announce a double victory at the 2025 Awards of Excellence, held during IFMA’s 45th annual World Workplace Conference and Expo in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The chapter was honored with the prestigious Large Chapter of the Year award, and the Greater Phoenix Student Chapter of IFMA at Arizona State University earned the title of Student Chapter of the Year.
These accolades reflect the chapter’s unwavering commitment to advancing the facility management profession and fostering a vibrant, inclusive community of FM professionals and students.
Leading the charge was Immediate Past President Monisa Manju Nagarajan Gomathi, CFM, FMP, SFP, FMG, whose visionary leadership and infectious ambition energized the board and inspired a wave of impactful initiatives. Her legacy continues to shine through the chapter’s dynamic committees and member-driven programs.
“As the IFMA Greater Phoenix Chapter celebrates its 40th anniversary, this milestone is a moment of pride and gratitude. It reflects the dedication of our chapter board and volunteers, and honors those who came before us and laid the foundation for lasting impact within the facility management profession,” said Gomathi, Senior Project Manager – Facilities Services with Terracon.
The torch has now been passed to David Ramirez, CFM, LEED AP BDC, CEAS, with APS, who brings a bold vision for the future. Under his leadership, the chapter aims to expand its reach by welcoming more facilities teams into its membership, supporting professional development, and strengthening the FM career pipeline. The chapter also plans to spotlight the incredible facilities across Metro Phoenix through engaging campaigns and educational events.
The Awards of Excellence recognize outstanding contributions to IFMA and the facility management industry across 18 categories. Winners were selected by panels of industry experts who evaluated nominees based on category-specific criteria, innovation, and impact.
“Recognizing the significant role that individuals have played in advancing IFMA and FM has been a part of our DNA from the beginning,” said IFMA President & CEO Michael V. Geary, CAE. “We honor those who drive progress and set new standards of excellence.”
Upcoming chapter events:
The Annual Charity Golf Tournament presented by SDB Contracting Services will be held Nov. 7, at the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club. The event sold out of tee boxes and foursomes in record time. Raffle prize ticket sales will benefit Girls Can Build, Lokahi Teams, and the IFMA Foundation.
The chapter will celebrate its 40th anniversary at its Annual Holiday Party presented by TEPCON at G Collection Cars, 602 N. Hayden Road, in Scottsdale. Sponsorship opportunities are open for the 80s theme party. Contact [email protected] for questions or information on sponsorships.
PHOTO CAPTION: Celebrating the victory for Large Chapter of the Year are (left to right) Global IFMA Chair Christa DoDoo; Phoenix Chapter President David Ramirez; Phoenix Chapter Past President Monisa "MJ" Gomathi; and chapter board members and staff Jared Spangler, Kathleen Severson, Pete Peralta, Kimilee Cates, Marshall MacFarlane, Ted Ritter, and Kristy Schlesselman.