Connecting FM organisations, expertise and innovation across Europe
The EuroFM Practitioners Community brings together companies, corporates, service providers and other Facility Management organisations that play an active role in the development of the FM profession. These organisations represent both the demand and supply side of the FM market, from corporate clients and end users to service providers, consultants and suppliers.
As important supporters of EuroFM’s shared mission, practitioners contribute valuable expertise, practical experience and market insight. Their involvement helps connect education, research and business, strengthening the role of Facility Management across Europe.
Connecting FM practice across Europe
Many FM organisations operate at national or international level and continuously work on innovation, business development and long-term improvement. Through research, development and practical experience, they build knowledge on a wide range of FM-related topics.
Within EuroFM, this expertise becomes part of a wider European network. The Practitioners Community offers opportunities to strengthen existing business relationships, create new connections and work together on shared challenges. These relationships are not only valuable from a commercial perspective, but also from a professional point of view, creating meaningful “win-win” opportunities for all parties involved.
From knowledge exchange to strategic impact
The Practitioners Community supports organisations and individuals in bringing Facility Management to a more strategic level. By exchanging best practices, sharing experiences and contributing to ongoing developments in the market, members can become more effective, innovative and future-focused.
The community aims to:
- Support strategic thinking and decision-making within FM organisations
- Strengthen the position of FM as a strategic function within companies
- Encourage the exchange of best practices across the European FM network
- Contribute to trends, innovation and future developments in the FM market
- Create opportunities for collaboration between business, education and research
Linking business, education and research
Practitioners play an active role in EuroFM projects and activities, often working closely with universities, research institutes and educational programmes. This connection helps ensure that FM education and research remain closely linked to the needs and developments of the professional field.
Through the EuroFM network, practitioners can:
- Build strong relationships with educational institutions
- Support the teaching and development of Facility Management education
- Initiate and participate in FM research projects with universities and research institutes
- Connect with talented students and young professionals
- Create opportunities for internships, thesis projects and future job positions
A platform for innovation and collaboration
The EuroFM Practitioners Community is a platform for organisations that want to contribute to the future of Facility Management. It offers space to share expertise, explore new ideas and collaborate across borders.
By joining the community, practitioners become part of a European network where knowledge, innovation and professional development come together. Together, we can strengthen the FM profession and create lasting value for organisations, people and society.
For more information, please contact:
Asaël Akkerman
EuroFM Business Chair
asael@eurofm.org