Join FEA at Elevate 2026, August 27–28, at the Westin Nashville, where Vice President Maureen Roskoski will present a keynote session on one of the most pressing challenges facing facilities organizations today: building and sustaining the facilities workforce and facilities management workforce development.
Facility leaders from across the country will gather in Nashville for two days of education, networking, and collaboration during Elevate 2026: An Executive Gathering for Facility Leaders. The event brings together senior facilities professionals to explore emerging trends, share best practices, and discuss the future of the industry.
In addition to a full day of educational sessions and panel discussions, attendees will have the opportunity to experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the legendary Ryman Auditorium, guided by one of its facility leaders, offering a unique look at the operations behind one of America’s most iconic venues.
On Thursday, August 28, at 12:45 p.m., FEA Vice President Maureen Roskoski will present the keynote session:
Striking the Right Chord: Closing the FM Workforce Gap
Today’s facilities organizations are facing a growing workforce challenge. Retirements, hiring difficulties, and increasing demands on facility teams are making it harder than ever to maintain service levels while preserving institutional knowledge.
During this interactive keynote, Maureen will explore practical strategies organizations can use to strengthen their workforce today while preparing for tomorrow. Attendees will learn how thoughtful succession planning, leadership development, and talent retention strategies can help organizations reduce risk, improve resilience, and build stronger, more sustainable facility teams.
Participants will leave with actionable ideas to:
- Address staffing shortages without compromising operations.
- Develop succession plans that preserve institutional knowledge.
- Build and retain a stronger pipeline of future facilities professionals.
- Position their organizations for long-term operational success.
Maureen is a nationally recognized facilities management leader with decades of experience helping organizations improve facility performance, develop strategic plans, and build resilient operations. As FEA’s Vice President and Corporate Sustainability Officer, she frequently speaks on topics including leadership, sustainability, strategic facility planning, and workforce development.
Join Us in Nashville
If you’re attending Elevate 2026, be sure to join Maureen’s keynote on Thursday, August 28, at 12:45 p.m. Whether you’re focused on recruiting new talent, preparing for leadership transitions, or strengthening your organization’s long-term workforce strategy, this session will provide practical insights you can apply immediately.
We look forward to seeing you at the Westin Nashville for two days of learning, collaboration, and conversations that will help shape the future of facilities management.
