Dave Lubach (Trade Press Group Chief Editor) previews NFMT East 2026 (March 10–12, Charlotte Convention Center), the 25-year-old facilities management & technology conference moving to Charlotte for fresh market access, featuring 65+ sessions, peer roundtables (FM Huddles), expo, NASCAR Hall of Fame party, stadium tour, and strong focus on AI, CMMS, and practical FM/cleaning topics.NFMT East includes 65+ sessions mixing end-users, consultants, and providers; FM Huddles for peer brainstorming on budgeting, hiring, and generational issues.Charlotte chosen for new audience (healthcare/tech-heavy); highlights include NASCAR Hall of Fame welcome party and Bank of America Stadium behind-the-scenes tour.Show emphasizes real-world, no-BS learning from peers, with heavy coverage of AI, CMMS, building tech, and cleaning trends.Discount code: FRIENDOFNFMT3 for $50 off all-access pass at nfmt.com/east/2026