Types of Membership & Eligibility

Individual Membership- $50.00 per year*

Open to employees of public or non-profit organizations involved in any aspect of facility operations and maintenance, including:

• K–12 Public & Private Schools

• Colleges & Universities

• Cities, Villages, and County Agencies

• State Agencies

• Not-for-Profit Hospitals

• Libraries, Museums, and Parks

• Churches and Other Publicly Serving Organizations

• Administrators & Supervisors

• Building Operators & Specialists

• Equipment Operators

• Custodial & Maintenance Staff

• Groundskeeping Personnel
  
  
  * If renewed between now and April 30th, get through July 31, 2027
  
  * If renewed after April 30th, get through July 31, 2028

Retired Membership - $20.00 per year*

Open to retired public facility professionals, including previous OPFMA members who wish to stay connected and engaged in the industry.  Note:  Must provide proof of retirement and not be actively employed by a Public Facilities Institution. 

* If renewed between now and April 30th, membership will go through July 31, 2027

* If renewed after April 30th, membership will go through July 31, 2028

Benefits of Individual and Retired Membership

• Access to the OPFMA Newsletter – "Spotlight on Maintenance"
  Delivered electronically with the latest updates, educational content, and member news.

• Discounts on Educational Opportunities
  Reduced rates for OPFMA seminars, certification programs, networking events, and the Annual Conference.

• Advance Notification of Relevant Events
  Receive updates on educational and networking events hosted by OPFMA and other professional organizations.

• Statewide Networking
  Connect with other facility professionals across Ohio through peer exchanges and collaborative events.

• Local Chapter Involvement
  Engage in OPFMA Chapters for localized networking, support, and educational meetings.

• Leadership Opportunities
  Eligible members can run for a position on the OPFMA Board of Trustees and help shape the future of the organization.

Corporate Membership - $750.00 per year*

For companies and vendors that provide products or services to public facilities.

These include:

• Consulting Firms

• Roofing Companies

• Cleaning & Janitorial Services

• HVAC Suppliers & Contractors

• Energy Efficiency Experts

• Engineering Firms

• Vendors & Service Providers to Public Facilities

Corporate membership reflects a commitment to supporting the ongoing education, efficiency, and success of Ohio’s public facility professionals.

*If renewed between now and April 30th, membership will go through July 31, 2027

* If renewed after April 30th, membership will go through July 31, 2028

Corporate Member Benefits

As a corporate member, you’ll receive a full year of visibility and engagement opportunities, including:

• Newsletter Promotion

  • Two quarter-page ads annually

  • One feature article (up to one page) in Spotlight on Maintenance

  • Opportunity to include your logo and images (see policy below)

• Website Exposure

  • Your company listed on the OPFMA website

  • Link to your company’s website

  • Display of key contact information and service summary

• Presentation Opportunities

  • Make presentations at regional OPFMA networking meetings

  • Host a facility-based seminar for OPFMA members

• Newsletter Subscription

• • Annual subscription to Spotlight on Maintenance

• Corporate members will be featured on OPFMA’s Corporate Member Directory page. Your listing includes:

  • A short description of your services or products

  • Company contact name, email, and phone

  • Direct link to your business website

  
  

• Case Study for Quarterly Newsletter
  Eligible members have the opportunity to submit a Case Study for inclusion in one issue of the "Spotlight on Maintenance" 
  
  

• Advertise in the Quarterly Newsletter
  Advertise your organization in the Quarterly Newsletter

Whether you're an individual professional or an institutional leader, OPFMA membership delivers the tools and connections to help you improve facility performance, build your career, and support your team.

Join OPFMA today as a Corporate Member and grow your reach within Ohio’s public facility community while supporting the professionals who keep our public institutions running smoothly.

Join OPFMA Today!

Newsletter Ads & Articles Policy

• Format: Articles must be submitted in MS Word format.

• Length: Articles may be up to one page long.

• Images: Logos and photos should be in JPG format and submitted as separate attachments.

• Placement: We will make every effort to place logos near the article headline, depending on design and space.

• Editorial Rights: OPFMA reserves the right to defer publication to a future issue based on space or editorial discretion.

Submission Deadlines:

• March 1st

• June 1st

• September 1st

• December 1st