Steve Manning

    Steve Manning is a journalist based in Idaho. When he's not writing, he can usually be found at the theater or taking his dog on a hike. If he could only go to one restaurant for the rest of his life, it would be Al's Place in San Francisco.
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    How to Turn a 50-Year Facilities Plan into Reality

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    Advancing Women in Facilities Management

    Note: We are cross-posting this content from our sister event, the Higher Ed Facilities Forum, because addressing the challenges faced by women in facilities management is an important and often neglected topic that needs to be discussed.Gender...

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    How K-12 Facilities Leaders Are Adapting to Today’s Challenges

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    How to Design Healthy and Equitable Spaces

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    Understanding Available Federal Grants for K-12 Facilities

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