Founded in 1980, the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) is the world’s largest, most widely recognized association for facility management (FM) professionals. Supporting more than 24,000 members in over 130 countries, IFMA is a key contributor to the development of international FM standards and works with decision makers to inform FM-related policy. IFMA provides career resources and continuing education, offers three industry-respected credentials, maintains the largest repository of FM-related content on the web and hosts year-round global events. With a vision to lead the future of the built environment to make the world a better place, IFMA believes in the benefit of global diversity, inclusion and social equity and recognizes that sustainability, resilience and responsible environmental stewardship are paramount. For more information, visit ifma.org and our LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, Threads, X and Flickr pages. Follow IFMA’s Connected FM podcast and blog for expert insights on trending industry topics.

Executive Retail Sales and Marketing professional with a successful track record in big box retail and e-commerce sales, consumer product marketing, licensing and strategic partner development. Focused on consumer electronics, robotics and AI development. 

As a skilled AV and Acoustics Engineer, I am dedicated to creating immersive and engaging experiences through technology with an understanding of both the technical and creative aspects of the industry. From live events and conferences to immersive installations and digital signage, I am passionate about utilizing cutting-edge technology to bring ideas to life.

Neil Collins is an award winning marketer with over fifteen years of international business experience. Neil lives in Sydney, Australia, but was born and raised in the North West of England.​ His accent sounds exactly how you'd imagine it to.   Neil is the Director of Marketing and Growth at Innomate/UXT, where he established the business’ brand identity and go to market strategy, while also implementing a highly efficient continuous content distribution process, all managed in-house. Neil is also heavily involved with new market entry and international business growth, with Innomate recently welcoming their first US and UK based customers onboard.   Neil has held a number of leadership roles within businesses including Vodafone, Fox Sports, and Westpac Group, where he was Head of Group Social, Marketing and Brand, a role he describes as a digital-geek's dream, as he got to develop a world-class communications ecosystem, and enhance the group-wide digital and social experience. Neil has lived and worked in three countries, and is an ex professional rally driver, driving for Ford Racing, where he was the youngest ever Formula 2 Rally Champion in the UK.