The Florida Healthcare Engineering Association (FHEA) is pleased to announce the formation of a new committee, Women in Facilities Healthcare.
The purpose of this committee is “to navigate and create an environment for the professional development of women in the healthcare facilities industry; to enhance the lives of its members by aligning with the FHEA bylaws and values, operational models, and educational efforts; and to foster partnerships with community organizations while promoting work-life balance through organized committee events.”
Cecily Allen will serve as Committee Chair. Others serving on the leadership team include Mouji Linarez, Margaret Jazinski, Tracey Gallentine, Glynna Siegler, and Aileen Rodriguez.
Women in Facilities Healthcare Membership
Women in Facilities Healthcare is a dedicated FHEA member initiative focused on supporting and advancing women in the healthcare facilities industry through connection, leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
This group brings together professionals from healthcare facilities and supporting organizations to foster meaningful relationships, encourage career growth, and promote engagement within the healthcare facilities community.
Eligibility
Open to current FHEA members, including:
- Full Members
- Associate Members
- Supporting Members
Membership Benefits
- Networking opportunities with peers across Florida
- Leadership and professional development programming
- Mentorship and career growth opportunities
- Participation in Women in Facilities Healthcare events and initiatives
- Connection with professionals across healthcare systems and supporting organizations
Annual Dues
$20 annually (Requires active FHEA membership)
2026 Women in Facilities Healthcare Calendar of Events
| Feb. 27 | D4 Business Meeting | Ft. Myers | | | March 7 | WoFac Committee Member Event | Q1 Candles & Cocktails on Las Olas | https://www.candlelandmiami.com | | April 17 | D4 Business Meeting | HCA Lab | | | April 25 | Community Partnership Event 11:00am-12:00pm | Q1 Women in Distress Blooming Sales Thrift Store | 1372 S State Rd 7, Margate 33063 | | May 17-20 | FHEA Trade Show & Education Conference | Renaissance Sea World, Orlando | | | May 18 | WoFac Leadership Business Meeting 3:00-4:00pm | FHEA Conference | Renaissance Sea World, Orlando | | May 18 | WoFac Sip & Savor 5:00-6:30pm | FHEA Conference Welcome New Members & Mingle | Renaissance Sea World, Orlando | | Aug 21 | D4 Business Meeting | Mount Sinai Medical Center | | | Aug 22 | Community Partnership Event 9:30am-12:00pm | Q3 Women in Distress Blooming Sales Thrift Store | 1372 S State Rd 7, Margate 33063 | | Oct 16 | WoFac Committee Member Event Round-Up Country Dinner & Line Dancing | Member +1 6:00pm Dinner 7:30pm Line Dancing | Contact: Yi Belanger 954-665-9287 | | Oct 17 | Community Partnership Event 7:00am-12;00pm | Q4 Susan G Kommen Breast Cancer Walk Miami Dade County Fair & Expo Center 10901 Coral Way, Miami, 33165 | Contact: Aileen Rodrigues 954-536-5870 | | Nov. 7 - 10 | FHEA Fall Expo & Education Conference | Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village | Cape Coral | | Nov. 8 | WoFac Leadership Business Meeting 3:00 - 4:00pm | FHEA Fall Conference | Westin, Cape Coral | | Nov. 8 | WoFac Sip & Savor 4:00 - 4:30pm | FHEA Fall Conference Welcome New Members & Mingle | Westin, Cape Coral | | Nov 13 | WoFac Committee Member Event Round-Up Country Dinner & Line Dancing | Open to District IV Members & Supporting Members 6:00pm Dinner 7:30pm Line Dancing | Contact: Yi Belanger 954-665-9287 | | Dec 5 | Community Partnership Event 10:30a -12:00pm | Q4 Third Annual Christmas Carols & Cookies The Palms of Plantation 1019 S State Rd 7, Plantation 33317 | Contact: Aileen Rodrigues 954-536-5871 | | Dec 18 | D4 Annual Christmas Party 6:00 - 10:00pm | Rayshell Ranch 20100 Cole Lane, Loxahatchee, 33470 | Lodging for Event: TBA Transportation for Event: TBA | | Dec 19 | 3rd Annual Christmas Brunch | TBA | |
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