By R.V. Baugus Longtime IAVM member Greg Flakus worked with the largest food pantry in Clark County Fish of Vancouver and helped them secure a much needed grant of $50,000 from a local foundation. Flakus, who has served as the Capital Campaign Chair when they raised $1.6 million dolla

Where We Go from Here It seems that everyone I interview for either a story in the IAVM newsletter or Facility Manager magazine on COVID-19, or anyone that writes an article for any of our publications on the topic, always comes with the caveat of, “You better hurry and run this, beca

How To Clean And Disinfect Your Upholstered Seating These tips will help you effectively clean banquet chair frames and upholstery without causing damage. Chairs Frames Most chair frames are steel and aluminum. Steel frames should be periodically wiped down with a light solution of so

In accordance with IAVM policies and bylaws, the slate for the 2020-2021 Board of Directors is now available online. As in previous years, members will have an opportunity to cast their votes electronically. Members can read about the candidates online during their leisure in preparat

By R.V. Baugus Mark Herrera, IAVM Director of Education and Life Safety, is a leading face and voice at IAVM regarding the Association’s heavy involvement in working with governmental entities as well as member venues to help work through the current pandemic and work toward bri