Q: When schools outsource the physical plant, do current employees lose their jobs?A: At National, we view employees as a valuable asset. Our model emphasizes retaining current staff because their institutional knowledge and relationships with students and stakeholders are crucial to success. We typically match wages and benefits to keep
At Reinhardt University, tradition and innovation intersect in a striking renovation project that brings new life to the historic Smith Johnston Residence Hall. Completed by National Management Resources Corporation (National), this transformation melds the charm of mid-century architecture with the demands of modern student living. Jeff Dale, Facilities Director at
With fall sports season just around the corner, excitement is building for students, alumni and fans alike. Whether you’re gearing up for football or another exciting sport, it’s crucial to ensure your athletic facilities are in top shape.
There are a lot of projects to complete before students come to campus – but what if everything doesn’t get done? How do you prioritize projects with schedules? Back to school preparation can involve more than routine maintenance, repairs and sprucing up. There are capital projects that can potentially become
What do flawless landscaping, spotless dorms, meticulous maintenance and hungry goats have in common? They’re all vital to preparing college campuses for new and returning students this fall. We talked to three of National’s valued directors about their summer projects and what makes the National approach for each campus different.
Harley Knowles, Ph.D., is president of Tennessee Wesleyan University, located in Southeast Tennessee. We recently talked to Dr. Knowles about his experience partnering with National to maintain the university’s pristine campus environment, and about the low-interest loan the school received through the United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Growth and
Located between Chattanooga and Knoxville, Tennessee Wesleyan University is a comprehensive liberal arts institution located in rural McMinn County. Home to just over 1,000 students, the university’s main campus is comprised of 21 buildings on 40 park-like acres. And, like most thriving private universities of its size, Tennessee Wesleyan is
It’s becoming that time of year again. At colleges everywhere, move-in week is fast approaching, and it’s a time filled with both excitement and anxiety for students and parents alike. Students are thinking about classes, making new friends and being on their own for the very first time, while parents
With fierce competition for tuition dollars, colleges and universities must quickly win over prospective students and their parents. Obviously, one of the best ways to do this is to ensure your campus looks and operates at its very best—not just for special events, but each and every day of the
Fundraising is the lifeblood of colleges and universities—without it, many would cease to exist. Student tuition alone isn’t enough to keep schools running or to maintain and grow the physical structure of the campus, making a continued influx of donor dollars essential. While colleges know there are many ways
National Management Resources Corporation has provided facilities management services since 1978. The company was founded in Colorado by Fred Hoppe and is now operated by Fred’s son, Randall Hoppe. One hundred percent of National’s facilities management business are educational clients.