VAPPA's 2025
Future Leaders of Facilities
Summit
July 10 – 11, 2024
Hosted by Hampden-Sydney College
Lead the Way: Developing Tomorrow’s Facilities Leaders—At No Cost, With Purpose-Driven Growth
A No-Cost Investment in the Future of Facilities Leadership
The 2025 VAPPA Future Leaders of Facilities Summit is built to empower the next wave of leadership in academic facilities management. Our mission: to spark innovation, strengthen collaboration, and drive strategic progress across Virginia’s educational institutions.
Specifically designed for newly promoted supervisors and front-line employees aspiring to become leaders, this summit brings together industry experts and passionate professionals from universities, K-12 schools, and private institutions across the Commonwealth.
We’re proud to offer this experience at no cost to attendees, removing financial barriers so that participation is driven by potential—not budgets.
Participants will stay in private rooms at historic Venable Hall, nestled on the scenic campus of Hampden-Sydney College. All meals are included, allowing attendees to fully engage in sessions, workshops, and networking without distraction.
This isn’t just an event—it’s a launchpad. Each school’s participation helps build a strong, connected cohort of future FM leaders across the state.
Hosted by
Hampden-Sydney College
Founded in 1775, Hampden-Sydney College is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the United States, with a rich tradition of academic excellence and leadership development. Nestled in the heart of Virginia, the college is renowned for its commitment to forming men of character, equipped with the skills and knowledge to lead in an ever-changing world. With a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, a strong emphasis on ethics, and a vibrant campus life, Hampden-Sydney College fosters a close-knit community where students are encouraged to think critically, communicate effectively, and act responsibly. The college’s picturesque campus and historic buildings provide an inspiring backdrop for events such as the Future Leaders of Facilities Summit, making it an ideal setting for fostering innovation and collaboration.
Why Attend?
The 2025 Future Leaders of Facilities Summit is designed to sharpen your leadership edge and connect you with others shaping the future of facilities management. This year’s summit builds on our foundation of professional development with even more focus on real-world challenges, practical strategies, and collaborative problem-solving.
Expect hands-on sessions, candid conversations, and takeaways you can immediately apply. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership toolkit, expand your network, or shift your perspective, this is the space to do it.
Step away from the day-to-day and into a room of peers ready to push boundaries, rethink the status quo, and drive lasting impact within their institutions. Join us this summer—and leave with the momentum to lead with clarity and confidence.
Develop your Leadership skills
Learn from industry leaders and enhance your leadership capabilities.
Enhance Skills
Participate in workshops that equip you with actionable strategies for managing educational facilities.
Gain Insights
Stay ahead of emerging trends in academic facility management.
Drive Innovation
Discover new technologies and approaches to elevate your facility management practices.
Expand your Network
Connect with like-minded professionals in the academic sector and build valuable relationships.
The 2025 VAPPA Future Leaders of Facilities Summit, proudly sponsored by Trane, will feature a delightful array of meals, ensuring a memorable culinary experience for all attendees.
Thursday, July 10
- 9am Venable Hall – Breakfast
- Enjoy a hearty breakfast including Chicken Biscuits, Sausage Biscuits, and Hash Brown Patties, accompanied by Coffee and Juice.
- 12pm Pannill Commons – Lunch Buffett
- Savor a sumptuous lunch Buffet Style at the Pannill Commons.
- 6pm Chalgrove Lake (Rain site is the Tiger Inn) – Dinner
- Slow Roasted Beef Brisket, complemented by a Coffee Molasses BBQ Sauce, Creamy Maple Mustard Sauce, and Cherry Apple Chow Chow. Side dishes include Broccoli Salad, Sliced Local Tomatoes with Basil Vinaigrette, Local Sweet Corn with Herbed Butter, Classic Potato Salad, and Bacon Cornbread Stuffing. Freshly baked Oatmeal Pan Bread and Sweet Potato Muffins will also be available. For dessert, indulge in Vanilla Raspberry Swirl Cupcakes and Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes. Beverages include Beer, Wine, Cider, and Smoked Old Fashioned cocktails.
Friday, July 11
- 12pm Venable Hall – Lunch
- A convenient and delicious box lunch featuring Freshly Made Sandwiches, Chips, Cut Fruit, Brownies, and your choice of Soft Drink or Bottled Water.
Enjoy the rich flavors and warm hospitality of Hampden-Sydney College throughout the summit, with generous support from Trane!
Summit Schedule
0830 – 0930 Check-in onsite
0930 – 1000 Welcome speech – VAPPA/HSC Leadership
1000 – 1045 Imposter Syndrome
1045 – 1100 Break
1100 – 1145 Managing Former Peers
1200 – 1300 Lunch in HSC dining hall
1245 – 1300 HSC history presentation during lunch
1315 – 1430 Learning Never Stops
1430 – 1445 Break
1445 – 1600 Creating Positive Culture in your Orginization
1600 – 1800 Free time
+ frisbee golf
+ fly fishing class
+ nature trail
+ bike riding
+ basketball/gym
1800 – 1930 Cookout/entertainment – Sponsored TRANE
1930 – 2100 Band/Bourbon tasting
2100 – Close Movie/wi-fi in rooms
0730 – 0900 Continental breakfast
0900 Check out of rooms
0900 – 1030 Why Leaders Eats Last & Summit Summary
1030 – 1045 Break
1045 – 1130 Last session
1130 – 1200 Closeout, box lunches
Contact Information
For more information about the 2025 VAPPA Future Leaders of Facilities Summit, please reach out to our event coordinator Kevin Miller can be contacted at kmiller@hsc.edu, or the VAPPA President Jamie Joyner is available at jnj3w@virginia.edu. They are happy to assist with any inquiries, provide additional details about the event, and help with registration or accommodation arrangements. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting and transformative summit!