FACILITY MANAGEMENT

CONFERENCE | EXHIBITION

07 – 08 SEPTEMBER 2023

-21Days -5Hours -35Minutes -59Seconds

About FMCE

Welcome to the Facility Management Conference and Exhibition (FMCE)! As a dedicated hub for facilities management, we champion industry awareness, knowledge exchange, and the implementation of forward-thinking strategies across Botswana, Africa, and the wider global industry.

We collaborate with local asset stakeholders and business communities to foster a thriving facilities management industry.

Mompoloki Pule
Songo Didiza

When

Thursday - Friday
07 - 08 Sept, 2023

Where

Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone.

Who

To Be Announced
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Why Join FMCE 2023

Networking Opportunities

Our conference brings together a diverse group of facilities management professionals from Botswana, Africa, and beyond. This provides an invaluable opportunity to connect with peers, industry leaders, and innovators, fostering relationships that can drive professional growth and collaboration.

Expert Insight and Knowledge Sharing

FMCE 2023 offers a platform for speakers and delegates to share their experiences, innovations, and best practices in facilities management. By participating, you can impart your knowledge and also gain new insights from global industry experts.

Latest Industry Trends and Technology

Stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and strategies in facilities management. Our conference showcases cutting-edge technology advancements and explores emerging trends, providing you with the knowledge and tools to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving field.

Inspire New FM Professionals

FMCE 2023 serves as an excellent opportunity to attract, inspire, and educate potential FM professionals. By demonstrating the dynamic, influential nature of the profession and the critical role it plays in building a sustainable future, we can inspire the next generation of FM professionals.

Contribute to a Sustainable Future

With a focus on sustainable practices in facilities management, FMCE 2023 is the place to be if you're passionate about making a difference. By attending, you can contribute to discussions that align with the United Nations' sustainable goals and help shape a more sustainable and resilient industry for the future.

Meet our speakers

See the speakers live on stage!

​Facility Management Conference and Exhibition (FMCE) promotes the profession through bringing together specialist speakers, delegates and exhibitors.

Aubrey Lesaso

The assistant Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology

Thabang Dima

Founder at BetterHealth with DrD and Co Founder of Atlega Health Center

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Panel Moderators

Jeanette Manana

Divisional Head of Facilities Management, South African Reserve BANK, SAFMA Board Member

Schedule details

Day 1
September 7, 2023
Day 2
September 8, 2023
8:00 am - 8:30 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Registration Open

8:30 am - 8:40 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Maria Morapedi
Director of FMCE Companies | Founder of Africa Facilities Management Association | Director of GPFI Botswana
8:40 am - 9:40 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Opening Keynote Address

Aubrey Lesaso
The assistant Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology
9:40 am - 10:10 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Sharing BHC's FM Strategy & Value Chain Impact

Nkaelang Matenge
Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Botswana Housing Corporation
10:10 am - 10:30 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Coffee Break - Networking & Expo Stalls

10:30 am - 11:00 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Time ticking bomb - Presentation

Dr Gontle Moleele
Physician and Endocrinologist

Are you aware of the time ticking bomb?

11:00 am - 11:40 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Panel Discussions

Dr Gontle Moleele
Physician and Endocrinologist

Are you aware of the time ticking bomb?

11:40 am - 12:10 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Panel Discussion

Thabang Dima
Founder at BetterHealth with DrD and Co Founder of Atlega Health Center
Boitumelo Mogopa
CEO Metropolitan Life of Botswana
Dr Gontle Moleele
Physician and Endocrinologist

Are you aware of the time ticking bomb?

11:40 am - 12:10 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Presentation - ISO Standards implementation

Jeanette Manana
Divisional Head of Facilities Management, South African Reserve BANK, SAFMA Board Member
12:10 pm - 12:50 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Panel Discussion - Addressing the existing backlog

Ms Gorata Moleboge
Oagile Katno
Kgato Phetlhu
Pr Eng, PRINCE2
Jeanette Manana
Divisional Head of Facilities Management, South African Reserve BANK, SAFMA Board Member
Thapelo Nteta
Mechanical Engineer

Addressing the existing backlog through cutting edge technology and FM ISO Standards

12:50 pm - 1:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Broadtech Distribution

Louis Cloete
1:00 pm - 1:10 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Interactive Game Session

Interactive Game Session - Facility Management Trivia Challenge. Hosted by Facilitator (Prize Sponsor)

1:10 pm - 2:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Networking Lunch & Exhibitor Stalls

2:00 pm - 2:10 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

The life of a young FM professional

One Zandile Philemon
Workplace Officer at GPFI BOTSWANA

The life of a young FM professional - And why one should consider FM profession.

2:10 pm - 2:20 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

FM in Multi-Residential Estates

Uzoma Anugom
Chartered Commercial real estate professional (MRICS)
2:20 pm - 2:40 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

What would help Africa become the world's granary?

Francisco Lopes Dos Santos
2:40 pm - 2:50 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Engaging Works & Demonstrations

Mompoloki Pule
Managing Director - IoT Technologies

Demo 1: IoT Technologies in Facilities Management

2:50 pm - 3:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

BOFMA - Importance in Business, economic & social change

Michael Mafa
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Refreshment Break

3:20 pm - 3:50 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

ESG Framework

Songo Didiza
Founder & Managing Partner - Green Building Design Group

ESG Framework as a tool for social & technological transformation

3:50 pm - 4:20 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

A workplace strategy fit for your organisation

Ayuthaporn (Ek) Buranakul
Director, Head of Workplace Strategy and Project Services
4:20 pm - 4:50 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Advancing Sustainability

Tebogo “Tebby” Modisagape
Founder and Director of Val Interiors

A Framework for Creating Eco-Friendly
Interiors in Botswana's Facilities

4:50 pm - 5:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Closing Remarks for Day 1.

8:00 am - 8:30 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Registration Open

8:30 am - 9:00 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Opening Keynote Address

Opening Keynote Address - Exploring the intersection of finance, ESG Principles and sustainable FM Practices

Panel Discussion

Francisco Chaves
Michael Mafa
Martin Shaningwa
Head: Facilities Management | Africa FM Board of Directors
Matthew Ngulube
Yasser Ibrahim Zannoun

FM associations and their impact on driving value to the business community and ESG?

9:30 am - 10:00 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Facility Managers - Meet the ultimate transformers

Ronald Nothnagel
Director - Facilities Management
10:00 am - 10:30 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Market vision in the world and effect on FM

Natalie Hofman
Chair of EuroFM
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Coffee Break - Exhibitor Stalls

11:00 am - 11:30 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Round Table Discussions

Khumo Properties

The changing landscape of shopping centers responding to customer demand

11:30 pm - 12:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

A conversation with Facilities Manager

Dr MKO Balogun
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Importance of FM Training

Sherif Maged
Eng. Sherif Maged Khaled Executive Director, Integrated Services, The American University in Cairo PMP, FMP, SFP
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Francisco Shaves

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Networking Lunch & Exhibition Stalls

Gyan Awuku-Sao
Facilities & Project Manager
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

The Facility Manager

Gyan Awuku-Sao
Facilities & Project Manager

The Facility Manager: Champion of sustainability in the built environment

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Designing spaces to suite the changing workplace

Kagiso Sebetso
Green Building and ESG Consultant, Renewable Energy Specialist EDGE (IFC) Expert, EDGE (IFC) Faculty, Green Star Accredited Professional- New & Existing Buildings, Net Zero MSc Property Studies (UCT), BSc Hons Construction Management (UCT) Sustainability Director- Green Insights Green Building Consultant- Time A& PM
Sithabile Mathe
Founding Director - Moralo Designs
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Digitization of FM aligned with ESG Principles

Shady Yehia
Certified Facilities Manager
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Hotel 430, CBD Gaborone

Overview of the conference & closing remarks

Maria Morapedi
Director of FMCE Companies | Founder of Africa Facilities Management Association | Director of GPFI Botswana

Interested in becoming a member of BOFMA or AfricaFM?

By joining BOFMA or AfricaFM, you’ll gain industry recognition in Botswana as an FM professional including the benefits to help grow your career and knowledge and receive discounted pricing for special events such as FMCE Conference events and access to our partner event where we have negotiated good discounts.

EuroFM as our conference supporter have continued to endorse inclusion of students and encourage research and reporting on FM projects. As a result, the sponsorships include free tickets for students’ participation. All participating students will be expected to provide university ID at the registration desk when checking in.

Pricing plans

one day pass

$ 399
  • Entrance
  • Free Lunch & Snacks
  • Custom Badge
  • One Workshop

full pass

$ 599
  • Entrance
  • Free Lunch & Snacks
  • Posters Session
  • Talk to the Editors Session

vip seat

$ 799
  • Comfortable Seat
  • Access To Artists Meeting
  • Custom Badge
  • Certificate

Official sponsors

Our Sponsors

Media Partner

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the
venue

New York Conference Center

54 Academy St.
Algonquin, IL 60102
The Center encompasses 43 meeting rooms and over 90,000 square feet of meeting space. The center has meeting space that can accommodate over 200 participants.

If you have any questions,
feel free to call (+267) 373 1111

or leave us a message [email protected]

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