We’re closing out the year with a bang at our resource center, now with more blog posts, guides, podcasts, and YouTube videos covering the most important trends in facility and workplace management.
Workplace Innovator podcast
“A Curious Nerd” – Data Governance, AI, and Embracing FM Innovation
Drew DePriest, Director of Real Estate Operations Technology at McKesson, comes on the show to sing the praises of the “curious nerd” and share his passion for innovating in the built environment using the latest facility management and autonomous building strategies. He also talks about all things data, discussing the importance of governance, quality, and accuracy. From there, he explores the potential power of artificial intelligence and the need to always consider the human element when managing change.
Listen to the episode to learn the role of vulnerability in successful change management.
“It Takes Everyone” – FM Technology & Leading Change in the Hybrid Workplace
With a title about how it takes everyone, it makes sense that this episode features a panel of experts, with:
- Aimee Grossman, VP of Facility Management & Workplace Experience at AdvaMed
- Lena Thompson, IFMA Fellow and adjunct professor
- Sarah Burns, partner account manager at Eptura
The conversation starts with advice for organizations offering hybrid work models: So much of success comes from implementing the right tech to support employees. Companies need to find ways to support communication and collaboration, and it needs to be easy to use for employees.
Finding the best solutions and implementing them is a process that organizations need to carefully manage, and the panel shares ideas on how to go from scattered to seamless.
Listen to the episode to find out the panel’s insights into the most important goal of facility management.
“Free Up More Time” – Leveraging FM Tools & Strategies for Better Building Operations
Lyle D. Gladney, past president of the IFMA Atlanta chapter and the current Building Operations Director at Claremont Oaks, joins the show with insights and advice on career development for facility management professionals. His recipe for success? Supporting community and connection and focusing on the human side. In fact, Gladney says he’s always been investing in people, and now he’s seeing the ROI. But managing places and relationships is only one part of the recipe.
Gladney also shares his thoughts on time management and why he feels it’s so important for facility professionals.
Catch the episode to hear his advice on where leadership needs to pay attention in their facilities.
“Farewell 2024” – Embracing Change in Facility Management, CRE, and the Workplace
It’s time to reflect on the past year, so this solo episode covers the critical trends and lessons learned from 2024. Topics include relationships between successfully embracing and implementing new technology and a deep understanding and appreciation for human behavior. Also: how to best manage change by getting comfortable being outside “the comfort zone.”
Listen to the episode to hear important advice for facility and workplace leaders.
Asset Champion podcast
“Finding Solutions” – Effective Facility Management Strategies for Reaching Sustainability Goals
Joining the show is Olivia Drummond, Marketing Operations Manager at Cascade Energy, where they’re focused on delivering decarbonization solutions include energy efficiency and electrification. The talk covers some of the ways operational and maintenance strategies can help reduce energy, cut costs, and contribute to overall organizational goals. Drummond also shares ways managers can work with others to find existing solutions instead of accidentally trying to reinvent the wheel.
Listen to the episode to find out what organizations should prioritize before pursuing decarbonization.
“The Importance of What We Do” – Asset Management, Facilities Maintenance and IFMA Leadership
This one has a bit of everything, past, present and future. Joining the show is Jason E. Callis, Director of Property Operations and Facilities at Conrad Indianapolis, and current Global Board member at International Facility Management Association (IFMA).
Past: Sharing stories from his career in the industry and talks about best practices for maintenance backlogs.
Present: Discussing the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in decision-making for facility and maintenance management and why managers still need to understand the data. Plus, some of the ways IFMA delivers valuable resources for FM professionals.
Future: Exploring the value of investing in facilities and the ways environments will help organizations and people thrive.
Listen to discover the connection between supply chain management and deferred maintenance
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By Mike Petrusky
As the host of both the Workplace Innovator Podcast and the Asset Champion Podcast, Mike's role at Eptura is to share thought leadership with CRE, FM, and IT leaders in the digital and hybrid workplace. As an in-demand public speaker, Mike engages audiences with his focus on the human element of workplace and facility management at International Facility Management Association, CoreNet, and other industry events.
