The CEFMA Facility Manager of the Year award was established to recognize an athletics administrator that has demonstrated exceptional performance over the past year in terms of ability to enhance general facility maintenance and/or project management execution.
Nominees will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Is a dues-paying member of CEFMA. Nominees MUST be a current dues-paying member of CEFMA in order to be considered.
- Demonstration of coordination of programs designed to enhance the strategic and operational management of athletic facilities.
- Institution of innovative practices toward enhancing the experiences of student-athletes, staff, and guests.
- Development/execution of projects ranging from enhancement to renovation to major construction.
Nominees will be evaluated based on the body of work between January 2024 and February 2025. One (1) award winner will be selected and the nominee MUST have direct responsibilities in collegiate facility and project management.
As part of the award, the selected recipient will receive the following:
- 2025-26 CEFMA Membership
- Complimentary registration for the 2025 CEFMA Convention, June 8-11 in Orlando, FL
- Three (3) nights hotel accommodations at the World Center Marriott Resort
- Travel stipend up to $400 (reimbursable following Convention)
- Public recognition during the 2025 CEFMA Convention
The deadline for nominations is Friday, March 14. The recipient will be notified in mid-April.