Press Release
Date: 13th June 2005
Annual conference moves to Oxford
After several years in Cambridge the BIFM’s annual conference will be in
Oxford next year. Delegates will swap light blue for dark blue and punting on
the Cam for strolling by the Isis as the event moves to Keble College Oxford
(27th – 29th March 2006).
Leadership will be the theme of next year’s conference, which will build on the
success of this year’s gathering. New features, such as the popular Fringe
sessions and visits to interesting local facilities, will be retained and enhanced.
A strong programme along with the BIFM’s noted entertainment, hospitality
and networking opportunities is expected to attract delegates from across the
profession.
Explaining the decision to move to Oxford, BIFM chief executive Ian Fielder
said: “Cambridge has worked well for us but it was time for a change. Keble
offers superb facilities in a compact layout which retains the collegiate
atmosphere that delegates like but offers more flexibility for programming.
Keble’s Dining Hall is magnificent and the accommodation is excellent.”
Founded in 1870, Keble is one of the largest Oxford colleges. The original
polychrome buildings are complemented by award-winning modern
developments including the Sloane Robinson and Arco buildings by architect
Rick Mather.
The official call for papers will be issued soon but if you would like to register
your interest in delivering a paper please contact BIFM’s Knowledge Director,
Stephen Bennett stephen.bennett@bifm.org.uk
More information, including online booking, will be on the BIFM website but to
reserve your place contact conference2006@bifm.org.uk
For further information contact:
Richard Byatt, BIFM Communications & External Affairs Manager
01732 522948 richard.byatt@bifm.org.uk
Please note: photographs of Keble College are available.
Notes for editors:
About the British Institute of Facilities Management
BIFM is the UK’s lead institute representing those who practice facilities
management and who work in organisations supplying facilities management
related goods or services.
BIFM has remained the fastest growing professional body in the UK since its
formation in 1993. Most members are individual professionals, with a growing
number of corporate members.
BIFM has strong links with facilities management organisations abroad,
placing it at the forefront of international issues. BIFM is a member of the
Construction Industry Council and promotes co-operation with leading
professional bodies. BIFM helps to inform decision-makers in business and
Government about FM and how to improve performance.
Dynamic, innovative and professional in approach, BIFM is structured to meet
the many and varied needs of its membership.
For more information visit www.bifm.org.uk or telephone 01799 508606.