Maintenance Fair 2025 Attendees
Oregon Convention Center
777 Northeast Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardHall D
Portland, OR 97232
The Maintenance Fair is an annual event dedicated to empowering maintenance and facilities professionals with the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to succeed. This year’s theme, Blueprints for Success, highlights the essential strategies, innovations, and best practices that drive efficiency and excellence in the industry.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in expert-led training sessions, explore the latest industry advancements through exhibitor showcases, and participate in hands-on demonstrations. Whether you're looking to refine your skills, connect with peers, or discover new solutions, the Maintenance Fair provides a comprehensive roadmap for professional growth and operational success.
Join us for a day of learning, networking, and innovation as we build the foundation for a stronger, more efficient future in maintenance and facilities management.
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Price |
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Matchbox Derby Car Race
Registration Ended 4/9/25 at 12:00 AM PST
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$20.00 |
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Member Attendee
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$155.00 |
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Non-Member Attendee
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$225.00 |
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Maintenance Fair General Session Contestant
NOTE: MUST BE REGISTERED AS AN ATTENDEE FOR THE FAIR IN ADDITION TO REGISTERING TO COMPETE. |
FREE |
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Volunteer (Requires Application & Approval)
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FREE |
Agenda
| April 17 | |
| 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Attendee Registration Opens |
| 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM | Exhibitor Floor Open |
| 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Car Derby Registration Opens |
| 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Class Session 1 |
| 9:50 AM - 10:10 AM | Networking Break |
| 10:10 AM - 11:20 AM | General Session |
| 11:20 AM - 11:40 AM | Networking Break |
| 11:40 AM - 12:30 PM | Class Session 2 |
| 12:30 PM - 1:40 PM | Lunch & Car Race Car Race sponsored by HD Supply |
| 1:40 PM - 2:30 PM | Class Session 3 |
| 2:30 PM - 2:50 PM | Afternoon Snack Break |
| 2:50 PM - 3:40 PM | Class Session 4 |
| 3:50 PM | Raffle Prize Giveaway |
Session 1 - 9:00-9:50AM
- The Negotiator's Edge: Winning Conversations with Empathy w/ Jesse Rorvig, Fitness Machine Technicians
- Fair Housing for Maintenance w/ Leah Sykes, Andor Law
- Roof/Attic Ventilation- Basics of Ventilation w/ Scott Cannon, Interstate Roofing
- Preventative Maintenance for Multifamily Maintenance Technicians w/ Scott Friedman, GT Landscape
- Floored by the Facts: Navigating Flooring Types, Challenges, and Repairs w/ Tyler Pac, The Sherwin-Williams Company
- Mindset of Leaders w/ Paul Jordan, Cascade Management & Lauren Maurer, BELFOR Property Restoration
- Circuit Savvy: The Basics of Electrical Troubleshooting and Testing w/ Erin Huffard & Ross Neuman, Squires Electric
- What do you need to know about Asbestos/lead in the Maintenance profession w/ Tristan Bates, Abatement Services Inc
- Career Growth - Which step have you reached today? w/ Gavin Shearer, Greystar Residential
Session 2 - 11:40AM-12:30PM
- Leadership, Zen and Maintenance: Bringing Calm Amid the Chaos w/ Jesse Rorvig, Fitness Machine Technicians
- Keep Crawling but you Can't Come In! w/ Cathy Morris, Northwest Pest Control Inc
- Seeing Your Property Like an Owner w/ Zach Howell, BEAR Consulting
- Protect Your Assets w/ Jason Watson, 1-800 Plumber + Air
- Water Mitigation & Damage Control w/ Clint Arp, FINNMARK Property Services & Chris Duncan, Greystar Residential
- Teamwork...Because Doing it Along is Not as Fun w/ Shannon Wittren, 1st Premier Properties
- Pool Chemical Testing w/ Dominic Martin, Sequoia Equites & John Osgood, Stratum Property Management
- Smoke & CO Alarm Requirements for Selling or Renting a Home in Oregon w/ Connie Biggs, OSFM
Session 3 - 1:40-2:30PM
- How to schedule your time wisely w/ Wes White
- The Hidden Costs of Deferred Maintenance-And How to Get Ahead of It w/ Cole Hamilton, I&E Construction & Joe Vennes, Pilina Management
- The Power of Words: Enhancing Writing and Building Communication Skills w/ Paul Jordan, Cascade Management & Lisa Rose, J.R. Johnson
- Think Like an Owner w/ Scott Sneer, Pest Lock
- Tools, Talent and Teamwork: Breaking Barriers in Every Role w/ Caitlin Vesper, Bluestone Real Estate
Session 4 - 2:50-3:40PM
- Leading Large-Scale Departmental Change w/ Steven Parrish, Invest West
- Fruitful Bids w/ Luke Jarmer, RDH Building Science
- Career Growth Round Table w/ Wes White, Greystar Residential; Lisa Rose, J.R. Johnson, LLC; Chris Nguyen, Leak Locaters; Vaun Ramsey, Greystar Residential; Errin Caudle, Greystar
- Protect Your Assets w/ Jason Watson, 1-800 Plumber + Air
- What is CAMT? w/ John Osgood, Stratum Property Management
- Landscape 101 w/ Jon Poteet, SavA Tree
- The Power of Paint: Boosting Property Value & Tenant Satisfaction w/ Erica Lilja, The Sherwin-Williams Company
Interested in being an instructor at 2025 Maintenance Fair? Please apply here.
Interested in volunteering your time at Maintenance Fair? Apply here.
Knowledge Knockout: The Ultimate Maintenance Challenge
Step into the ring at Knowledge Knockout, a brand-new general session at the Maintenance Fair, where the sharpest minds in maintenance go head-to-head in a fast-paced battle of skill and knowledge!
Attendees will compete in a thrilling, bracket-style contest, answering maintenance-related questions to prove they have what it takes. Each round features two contestants, five questions, and one goal—be the first to answer three correctly and advance to the next round!
The champion will walk away with more than just bragging rights. The ultimate winner will receive:
🏆 A Cash Prize
🔩 A Customized Championship Belt Buckle
Think you’ve got what it takes? Step up, test your knowledge, and claim your spot as the Knowledge Knockout Champion!
