About IAMFA: Leading Excellence in Cultural Facility Management

IAMFA is the world's premier network for facility and security administrators who safeguard and maintain cultural institutions. Our global community unites professionals responsible for preserving humanity's greatest treasures while creating sustainable, world-class environments for learning and discovery.

Discover the IAMFA Advantage

IAMFA offers unparalleled resources and connections for facility professionals in cultural institutions worldwide. Our comprehensive membership benefits include access to specialized knowledge, technical resources, and a global network of industry leaders.

Explore how IAMFA membership can advance your career and institution. 

Our Impact

Through innovative programs and our collaborative networks, we empower our members and facility leaders to:

• Set new standards in sustainable facility operations
• Pioneer advanced preservation techniques
• Drive innovation in cultural space management
• Foster excellence in visitor experience through superior facility management

Core Programs

• Annual International Conference
• Museum Benchmarking Exercise
• Papyrus Magazine
• Professional Development Programs
• Global Networking Events

Our Mission

To elevate the profession of cultural facility management through excellence in education, collaboration, and innovation. We create meaningful connections between facility leaders, industry experts, and solution providers to advance best practices in cultural institution operations.

Our Vision

To be the globally recognized leader in cultural facility management, setting the standard for excellence in preserving and operating the world's premier cultural institutions.

Strategic Priorities 2020-2024

Leadership - Board of Directors

Nancy Bechtol, President
Director, Smithsonian Facilities (Retired)
[email protected]
Term expires: 2026

 
Randy Murphy, VP Development
Director of Operations (Retired)
Phone: 213-435-7523
[email protected] 
Term expires: 2026

Alan Dirican, Treasurer 
Chief of Facilities Management
National Gallery of Art
Phone: 202-842-6161
[email protected]
Term expires: 2025

Tony Young, VP Education
Vice President, Facilities Planning and Operations
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh
Phone: 412-578-2495
[email protected]
Term Expires: 2028

Tiffany Romano, VP Administration
Senior Advisor, Office of the Undersecretary for Finance and Administration
Smithsonian Institution
Phone: 202-633-5689
romanot@si.edu
Term expires: 2027

Jason Dittrich, VP Marketing and Communications
Director, Business Development & Marketing
Mueller Associates, Inc.
[email protected]
Term expires: 2025

Jennifer Fragomeni, VP Regional Affairs
Director, Campus Facilities
Exploratorium
Phone: 415-528-4340
[email protected]
Term Expires: 2028

Aaron Hock, Secretary
Head of Technical Services
ACMI (formerly Australian Centre for the Moving Image)
Head of Technical Services
Phone: 0451 403 074
[email protected]
Term Expires: 2027