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The Mainspring Family Wellness PodcastPodcast 32 One on One Learning Engages the Whole Child with Fusion AcademyFusion Academy's Heads of School in Mission Viejo and Huntington Beach Venessa Kayrell and Robin Podway join Mainspring to share how reaching children who have previously struggled in the school traditional system because of learning issues, mental health issues, or needing an alternative scheduling for school are thriving, and even thriving during Covid. Kayrell and Podway help assuage that it's never too late to develop critical thinking schools even if you feel like your child is behind because of the Pandemic. This podcast also touches on twice exceptional students and how to support this very specific learner.
2021-02-1543 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastBIG NEWS: "FM Innovator" is now "Workplace Innovator"!Mike Petrusky shares big news about the show! Please subscribe to the new "Workplace Innovator Podcast" here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/workplace-innovator-podcast-enhancing-your-employee/id1374082515
2018-04-2412 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 85: Things I Have Learned About Facility Management & The Workplace (Part 2) | Mike Petrusky - Host of the FM Innovator PodcastMike Petrusky continues to reflect on what he has learned on Part 2 of this series! The workplace is evolving rapidly and we are not just dealing with simple changes, but transformational ones, so we must be in the business of rethinking the ways we care for the built environment. We know that technology is advancing incredibly fast and cultural shifts are significant, so FM professionals must focus on building a true culture of collaboration and creating trusted partnerships in order to succeed now and into the future. Mike reminisces about the inspirational leadership lessons he has learned from his...
2018-04-1718 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 84: Things I Have Learned About Facility Management & The Workplace (Part 1) | Mike Petrusky - Host of the FM Innovator PodcastMike Petrusky launched this podcast in the fall of 2016 with little understanding of where the show might go and who would be listening. If a few friends from the Capital Chapter of IFMA tuned in, he thought, that would be an incredible compliment and a lot of fun. But now, just a year and half and over 80 episodes later, with thousands of monthly downloads from around the world, Mike reflects on what he has learned and is thankful for the amazing adventure this podcast journey has been! The workplace is evolving rapidly and we are not just dealing with...
2018-04-1019 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 83: Workplace Strategies & IFMA Partnerships | Celeste McLane - Strategic Account Manager at CORTCeleste McLane is Strategic Account Manager at CORT where she serves the FM community with her understanding of workplace trends, space planning and space optimization. Mike Petrusky asks Celeste about the importance of building relationships and industry partnerships at the Capital Chapter of IFMA. As we see changes in the workplace, Celeste offers strategies for keeping pace with the needs of an agile workforce and how facility managers can help organizations create amazing employee experiences. Being a true consultative partner to the FM world and bringing value to our community requires listening first before delivering your workplace solution to...
2018-04-0318 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 82: Culture Change, FM Administration & Planning a New HQ | Sharon G. Kinsman, CFM, Sr. VP, Administration - NABSharon Kinsman, CFM is Senior Vice President of Facilities and Administration at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) where she has served for nearly four decades. Mike Petrusky had the chance to visit the current headquarters building of NAB to discuss the lessons that Sharon has learned which are helping to inform her interactions with both senior leadership and her FM team as they prepare to build and move to a new HQ facility. Sharon understands the value that she brings to the project and her years of experience in FM allow her to uniquely understand the culture of...
2018-03-2722 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 81: Employee Engagement & Creating Great Workplace Experiences | Javier Maldonado, MBA, CFM, RPA® - VF OutdoorJavier J. Maldonado, MBA, CFM, RPA® is Campus Operations & Construction Director for VF Outdoor, the home of JanSport and The North Face, among other well-known brands. Mike Petrusky asks Javier about his passion for creating exceptional workplace experiences and how he leads his team to deliver great customer service to end-users. He tells stories from the VF campus about how the company encourages employees to "live your brand" and offers motivational employee engagement so that people can do their best work. Javier shares how his FM background and perspective is part of a collaborative approach with other departments where u...
2018-03-2017 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 80: Workplace Communication & FM Leadership | Lisa Chappell - Vice President Corporate Facilities at Mission Federal Credit UnionLisa Chappell is Vice President of Corporate Facilities at Mission Federal Credit Union in San Diego, and on this episode of the podcast, she offers us motivation for communicating with our teams. Mike Petrusky asks Lisa about her work with IFMA and she shares how team building works best when we develop deep relationships with people as a part of the process. Lisa believes that facility managers must seek mentorships and education so they can have a focus on leadership and contributing to their organization’s success. Lisa shares real world lessons from a major tenant improvement build out pr...
2018-03-1318 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 79: Facing FM Challenges by Focusing on Our Strengths (& Other Life Lessons) | Sue Thompson, CFM - AAA Club AllianceSue Thompson, CFM is a facilities professional at AAA Club Alliance/Mid-Atlantic Region, a dynamic presenter, and a life lessons expert who shares amazing inspiration on this episode of the podcast. Mike Petrusky asks Sue about her leadership philosophy and how she motivates her FM team to best serve the people inside of their organization. Sue has spoken to audiences across the country in her role as resident expert at Exceptionality, LLC, and she discusses some great resources to help us discover our strengths and shares the importance of focusing on them to grow in our careers. Mike and...
2018-03-0621 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 78: Leading Your FM Team in a Changing World | R. Case Runolfson, CFM - Senior Director, Facility Management at AIRCase Runolfson, CFM is Senior Director of the Facility Management Department at American Institutes for Research (AIR) where he leads his team of FM professionals with a deep understanding about the human factors that are essential when delivering services in today’s workplace. Mike Petrusky asks Case about how he inspires others to be positive and encourages his colleagues to constantly build knowledge with an understanding that it is the application of information that is the key to our success. As a past president of CCIFMA and current member of the Board of Trustees at the IFMA Foundation, Case ha...
2018-02-2718 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 77: “Workplace Evolutionaries” & FM Marketing Strategies | Jade Alberts of IFMA’s “WE” Community & Jade Alberts ConsultingJade Alberts is a workplace strategist and entrepreneurial business owner at Jade Alberts Consulting where he helps clients with their business strategy, brand development, and other marketing needs. Mike Petrusky asks Jade about his work at IFMA’s Workplace Evolutionaries (WE) Community and he shares what makes it such a special group of industry thought-leaders. Jade inspires the audience with three of his own original motivational quotes and tells some great stories about his interesting career and unique name. This conversation is certainly a lot of fun, but you will also pick up some great tips and insights that ca...
2018-02-2018 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 76: “Rethink Work” & FM in the Workplace of the Future | Author & Speaker Eric Termuende - NoW Innovations CanadaEric Termuende is Co-founder of NoW Innovations Canada, an international speaker, and bestselling author of the book “Rethink Work”. Mike Petrusky asks Eric about his mission to change the way we talk about work and his thoughts on the role that facility managers might play in the workplace of the future. Eric and Mike share a similar philosophy about the importance of real human connections and the value of finding a sense of belonging in our workplace communities. They discuss how FMs can influence the ways their organizations attract and retain talent by understanding our fears and meeting the need...
2018-02-1319 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 75: Inspiration for the Facility Management Community | Mayra Portalatin, RS, SFP - Senior Professional at FEAMayra Portalatin, RS, SFP is a Senior Professional at Facility Engineering Associates and President-Elect of The Capital Chapter of IFMA with a passion for elevating the FM community. Mayra returns to the show to help Mike Petrusky celebrate another amazing podcast milestone - our 75th episode! They talk about the human side of facility management and offer inspiration and motivation to the “FM Innovator Nation”. Mayra shares her perspectives on the anatomy of being “fearless” as we navigate the rapidly changing workplace, where it is essential to build a strong community that can support you in your FM career. Facility...
2018-02-0620 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 74: Academic Facilities Management & IFMA Connections | James P. Gonsalves, CFM, SFP - San Diego Unified School DistrictJimmy Gonsalves, CFM, SFP is a facility management professional with the San Diego Unified School District while he also serves as President of IFMA’s Academic Facilities Council. Mike Petrusky asks Jimmy about the special responsibilities and unique challenges facing FMs in academic settings. They discuss timeless wisdom about human nature and why facility managers must have an intuitive connection with their environment in order to best serve the occupants of their facilities. Jimmy believes that FMs must surround themselves with experts and industry-partners as they prepare for a future where building telemetry is advancing and it will be im...
2018-01-3018 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 73: Workplace Design & Strategic Facilities Planning for Facility Managers | Rich Fanelli, IFMA Fellow – FM StudiosRich Fanelli, IFMA Fellow, is President/Principal at FM Studios (formerly Fanelli McClain, Inc.) where he has served the facility management community by offering interior architecture, facilities planning, and workplace design for over 40 years. Mike Petrusky asks Rich about his contributions to our FM community through teaching, sharing design expertise and his involvement at the Capital Chapter of IFMA. His strategic approach and belief that “form follows function” allows Rich and his team to deliver interior projects that meet the needs of the end-user and take into account long-term business plans. Rich offers advice to facility managers facing a tran...
2018-01-2320 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 72: Higher Education Programs in Facility Management & Marketing | Dr. Roscoe Hightower - Florida A&M UniversityDr. Roscoe Hightower is Centennial Eminent Scholar Professor and Chair for Facility Management and Marketing at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. Mike Petrusky asks Roscoe to share how his services marketing background informs his philosophy on facility management higher education, while he works to increase awareness of the profession and helps to make FM a career of choice. Roscoe discusses the unique approach of FAMU's programs as the university helps their students prepare for future leadership positions in global business. The importance of personal branding in our facility management community is essential and Roscoe shares his views...
2018-01-1620 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 71: Revolutionary Transformation in Facility Management & Commercial Real Estate | Lorri Rowlandson - BGISLorri Rowlandson is Senior Vice President of Strategy and Innovation for BGIS, a leading provider of real estate management and facilities management services, where she leverages her experience and expertise to deliver "practical innovation" in the workplace. Mike Petrusky asks Lorri about disruptive technologies and the ways industry professionals can embrace change while incorporating new tools into their businesses. Lorri shares her vision for the future workplace and the role that predictive analytics and business intelligence will play as facility managers use data in new ways. She says that organizations will need to collaborate across departments when managing cost...
2018-01-0919 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 70: Best Quotes & Worst Notes of 2017 (Part 2) | An FM Innovator Podcast Retrospective with Mike PetruskyHappy New Year, FM Innovator Nation! We’ll be back with more great new interviews starting next week, but for now, it's Part 2 of our podcast "year in review" featuring singing guests and great inspirational quotes from 2017. Here’s what you will hear on this episode (in order of appearance): Movie Moment Ep. 42: Robert Graham, CHFM Worst Notes (and "best guest duets") Ep. 34: Tyrel Melville, FMP Ep. 65: Caroline Horton, FMP Ep. 60: Pekka Matvejeff, M.Soc.Sc., MBA Ep. 67: Renee Stratton Ep. 68: Drew DePriest
2018-01-0222 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 69: Best Quotes & Worst Notes of 2017 (Part 1) | An FM Innovator Podcast Retrospective with Mike PetruskyMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays, FM Innovator Nation! We’ll be back with more great new interviews in early January, but for this week and next, let’s revisit some of the worst singing and best inspiration from the show over this past year. Here’s what you will find on this episode (in order of appearance): Worst Notes Ep. 35: Robert Kleimenhagen, Jr., CFM, SFP Ep. 39: Katie King, MBA Ep. 49: Peter Ankerstjerne Ep. 44: Steven C. Early Ep. 57: Stan Mitchell Ep. 50: Gary McKelvey, Jr. Ep. 55...
2017-12-2618 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 68: Workplace Experience Tools & Adopting FM Technology | Drew DePriest, CEM, LEED AP, WELL AP - ComfyDrew DePriest, CEM, LEED AP, WELL AP is an Account Executive at Comfy, a workplace experience app that helps to empower people to inform and control their workplace experiences through machine learning and data insights. For the first time ever, the FM innovator podcast needed to be re-recorded, so check out this “certified fresh” interview! Mike Petrusky asks Drew about workplace experience tools and the adoption of innovative technologies that can enhance the built environment. They discuss challenges that facility managers may face when evaluating the overwhelming amount of new technologies available to them. By understanding their organization’s intern...
2017-12-1919 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 67: Space Planning, Change Management & IFMA Relationships | Renee Stratton, CID, LEED AP ID&C - Procon Consulting, LLCRenee Stratton, CID, LEED AP ID&C is Director of Space Management and Planning at Procon Consulting, LLC, where she advises clients on interior renovations and dealing with change in the workplace. Mike Petrusky talks with Renee about volunteering at IFMA and the networking fun, educational opportunities, and powerful partnerships that come as a result of years of committed involvement with a local Chapter. Renee shares why investing in associations and conferences is valuable for connecting our FM community and she discusses strategies for change management as organizations seek to reduce their real estate costs. Of course, Mike asks...
2017-12-1220 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 66: “Facilitopia" A Vision for Our FM World | John Rimer, CFM - FM360 Facility Management Training and ConsultingJohn Rimer, CFM is President at FM360 Facility Management Training and Consulting based in Charlotte, NC where he is also an IFMA & BOC Qualified Instructor. Mike Petrusky asks John about his experiences in the FM world, some of the common themes he sees when presenting, and his take on the technologies impacting the marketplace. John has coined the term “Facilitopia” referring to a workplace where facility professionals set the vision for the built environment, take a holistic approach, and have a strategic view of their FM department. John offers advice to facility managers as they face the rapid changes in t...
2017-12-0520 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 65: Next Generation Facility Management | An Interview with Caroline Horton, FMPCaroline Horton, FMP is a Facilities Associate at a financial services company in New York City where she focuses on project management, new construction and office location moves among her other building management responsibilities. Mike Petrusky asks Caroline to share her FM story and we discover why she is passionate about the industry and pouring her knowledge and experience into up and coming FM students. Caroline was recently featured on the cover of "Building Operating Management Magazine" in an article about young FM professionals, industry credentials and next generation facility managers. She talks about the importance of user and...
2017-11-2820 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 64: Collaboration Strategies for the Digital Workplace & the Future of Work | Kati Barklund - MicrosoftKati Barklund is Senior Solution Specialist for Modern Workplace at Microsoft Sweden where she is empowering people, teams and organizations to reach their full potential by focusing on a holistic view of the workplace. Mike Petrusky asks Kati about the need for collaboration both internally and externally in our organizations, creating environments that lead to spontaneous connections, and the tools we can use to improve productivity. They discuss IFMA's Workplace Evolutionaries (WE) Community and Kati says it is "now or never" for the facility management industry to elevate the profession and take a leadership role, so FM can climb...
2017-11-2120 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 63: Vested Business Model for Highly Collaborative Relationships in FM | Kate Vitasek - The University of TennesseeKate Vitasek is an author, educator and architect of the Vested business model for highly collaborative relationships. She is a faculty member at the University of Tennessee where her research and work has led to the publication of five books and has been featured on numerous media outlets such as CNN, Bloomberg, NPR and Fox Business News. Mike Petrusky asks Kate about innovation in the facility management world related to outsourcing, partnerships, and value creation. They share stories about Seth Godin, Albert Einstein quotes, and the importance of adapting to changes in the ever-evolving workplace. Kate tells Mike about...
2017-11-1423 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 62: The Facility Management Innovator Summit – Houston ’17 | Mike Petrusky Recaps the Live Podcast Experience from 10/19/17On October 19, 2017, for the first time ever, “The FM Innovator Nation” gathered during IFMA's World Workplace in Houston, TX. On this episode of the podcast, Mike Petrusky recaps the "live podcast experience" with a play-by-play of the amazing line-up of guests that made this inspirational and motivational event such a special one. First, Mike shared his story of dealing with the rapidly changing marketplace and the need for all of us to step outside of our comfort zones. Then, Andrea Sanchez of Spark Story gave an inspirational talk which was followed by live interviews with Dr. Jake Gunnoe, Robert Klei...
2017-11-0725 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 61: “Learning FM” | A Podcast Crossover with Dan Lowry, MBA, PMP, FMP - Director of Facilities at Southern Hills Country ClubDan Lowry, MBA, PMP, FMP is Director of Facilities at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, OK, but that is not all! Dan also hosts his own show called “The Learning FM Podcast”, and on this episode, we have put together a special “FM Podcast Crossover Experience”. Mike Petrusky asks Dan about his background as a facility management practitioner and his passion for educating FMs so they can bring value to their organizations. By focusing on the four FM knowledge domains of Operations & Maintenance, Project Management, Business Finance, and Leadership, Dan teaches FMs how to prove this value to senior m...
2017-10-3122 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 60: Networking, Applied Research & FM Innovation | Pekka Matvejeff, M.Soc.Sc., MBA (Henley) - Chairman of the Board at EuroFMPekka Matvejeff, M.Soc.Sc., MBA (Henley) is Chairman of the Board at EuroFM where he views networks as “Opportunity Platforms” for sharing knowledge and co-creating new opportunities in our facility management world, as well as in the broader, global business community. Mike Petrusky and Pekka share a philosophy focused on the importance of FM collaboration and they discuss “thinking big, starting small, and moving fast” in this ever-changing workplace. Pekka talks about service design thinking and use of technology with end-users in mind. Mike also asks Pekka about his time living in California and music from the U.S. he ha...
2017-10-2423 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 59: FM Education, Relationships, and Change Management | Alana Dunoff, FMP, IFMA Fellow - Temple UniversityAlana F. Dunoff, FMP, IFMA Fellow is a Consultant with AFD Facility Planning and an Adjunct Professor at Temple University where she has worked to elevate the profession by pouring into the next generation of FM professionals. Mike Petrusky talks with Alana about the importance of human connections and relationships in our facility management world, especially during these times where so many rapid changes are taking place in the workplace. Mike asks Alana about her passion for FM education and service through IFMA, plus they discuss the ups and downs of being a fan of Philadelphia sports teams!
2017-10-1723 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 58: IoT for FMs - Getting Started with Predictive Data Analytics | Sonny Garg - Global Energy Solutions Lead at UptakeSonny Garg is the Global Energy Solutions Lead at Uptake, a predictive analytics company that is making industry more productive, reliable, safe, and secure. The company works with several facility management and energy generation clients to prevent asset downtime, and on this episode, Mike Petrusky talks with Sonny about how buildings and campuses can get started with actionable, predictive insights using the data they already have. Mike also asks Sonny about life in Chicago, working with a startup company, and the MLB playoffs! Learn more about Uptake here: https://www.uptake.com/industries/energy?utm_source=kayrellconnections...
2017-10-1020 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 57: International FM Standardization & Professionalization | Stan Mitchell – CEO, Key Facilities Management InternationalStan Mitchell is CEO of Key Facilities Management International, the UK’s longest-established Facilities Management business and a globally-recognized FM pioneer. Stan has supported the FM community through his contribution to professionalizing the discipline, through roles including Past Chair of the British Institute of Facilities Management, and leading the development of FM’s first international standards. Mike Petrusky asks Stan about music, the Loch Ness Monster, and the huge implications of ISO 41001: FM’s forthcoming first International Management Systems Standard. Connect with Stan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-mitchell-80a2a92/ If you’re atten...
2017-10-0322 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastFMI Minute 01: Elizabeth Dukes of iOFFICE (Episode 31)Listen to the full interview with Elizabeth Dukes of iOFFICE: http://www.kayrellconnections.com/episode31 iOFFICE is the leading workforce-centric IWMS software and the only 100% SaaS platform designed for the Digital Workplace. Visit iOFFICE: https://www.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethdukesioffice/
2017-09-2902 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 56: Business Continuity Planning & Resilience Strategies | Maureen Roskoski - Senior Professional at Facility Engineering AssociatesMaureen Roskoski is a Senior Professional at Facility Engineering Associates where she focuses on promoting resilience and sustainability in existing facilities through consulting, presenting, and teaching. Mike Petrusky asks Maureen about the importance of planning before a disaster and the fact that increasing frequency of severe weather events requires us to be able to respond, recover and resume. More than just emergency preparedness, Maureen explains that we need to understand what resilience is and how to incorporate business resilience into our long-term planning efforts. Mike and Maureen discuss FEA’s long-respected reputation as a thought-leader in the facility management co...
2017-09-2623 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 55: BD Strategies, Building FM Relationships & Workplace Tech | Kelly Whitfield - Business Development Manager at Avitecture, Inc.Kelly Whitfield is a business development manager and relationship builder who exemplifies what it means for an industry-partner to prove their value to facility managers and become an "FM Innovator". While working at Avitecture and serving on the board at the Capital Chapter of IFMA, Kelly has served the FM community by working hard to understand the roles and responsibilities of facility management professionals and bringing resources to her connections. Mike Petrusky asks Kelly about new technologies and innovative solutions that are available to workplace managers and they discuss how FMs can leverage these solutions to find efficiencies in...
2017-09-1921 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 54: FM Data Sciences & Workplace Technologies | Steve Warshaw - President & CEO of Intellis (formerly Warshaw Group)Steve Warshaw is President and CEO of Intellis (formerly Warshaw Group) where he is a leading expert in the field of mobile computing and enterprise mobile application solutions. The company recently re-branded to better communicate the value of its business offering related to mobile condition assessment and capital planning tools, while leveraging other innovative technologies, like AI and BIM, for the engineering and facility management industries. Steve will be presenting in Houston at IFMA's World Workplace about lessons learned during a large-scale project his team has worked on for the City of New York. The session is called "Mega-Scale...
2017-09-1219 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 53: IFMA Chapter Connections & Facing FM Challenges Together | Joe Pearson, MBA - Location Manager, Georgia Market for EYJoe Pearson, MBA has a strong belief in FM education and partnerships that will allow us to face our current workplace challenges and the ever-evolving "future of work" together. As both Location Manager of the Georgia Market for EY and President of IFMA's Atlanta Chapter, Joe is leading the way with innovative education programs and opportunities to connect with our FM community. Mike Petrusky asks Joe about what makes him passionate about FM, the opportunities that come from involvement with IFMA, and the role of sociology in the workplace. We find out why Joe is a very "lucky" guy...
2017-09-0519 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 52: “Unsettling Sentiments in Facilities Management” | Ed Ehlers – VP of Integrated Facilities ManagementEdward Ehlers, CFM, FMP is a facilities management professional at a global FM services provider, but that is not all. The big takeaway from this episode is most certainly that we should "never judge a book by its cover"! We learn about Ed's work as an FM professional, but that is just the beginning, as we'll also explore some of the many other facets of his very interesting life. Ed is a deep thinker, a writer, an artist, and the owner of the largest FM related group on LinkedIn (FMG). Mike Petrusky asks Ed to share his thoughts on...
2017-08-2922 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 51: Service Design, Collaboration, and Strategic Facility Management | Peter Ankerstjerne - CMO at ISS A/S (Part 2)In Part 2 of their conversation, Peter Ankerstjerne of ISS A/S shares with Mike Petrusky the importance of workplace experiences and service design, as well as the need for collaboration and strategic partnerships in facility management. As organizations continue to adapt to what the future of work will mean for them, Peter recommends that we "start with why" and focus more on outcomes to measure employee satisfaction, which is the key metric when seeking to attract and retain top talent in today's marketplace. ISS has led the industry with a series of white books and other research to help...
2017-08-2221 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: The FM Innovator Summit featuring "The Big Shift" by Kay Sargent | 10/19/17 | Houston, TX“The FM Innovator Summit” will take place during IFMA's World Workplace in Houston, TX at 6:30am on October 19, 2017! A full BREAKFAST BUFFET served An inspirational "LIVE PODCAST" experience Keynote by KAY SARGENT For the first time ever, “The FM Innovator Nation” will gather during IFMA's World Workplace in Houston, TX! With a mission to inspire and motivate our FM community, we'll help build partnerships that will allow us to face the workplace evolution together! Our belief is that a true "culture of collaboration" is required to help industry-professionals innovate and adapt in order...
2017-08-1819 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 50: Filling the Facility Management Pipeline | IFMA Foundation | SkillsUSA | "Facilithon" | Gary McKelvey, Jr. - SiemensGary McKelvey, Jr. of Siemens Corporation (our very first podcast guest!) returns to the show to reminisce about how far we have come at this milestone for the "FM Innovator Podcast": Episode #50! Gary and Mike are both passionate about elevating the facility management profession, and their work at the Capital Chapter of IFMA has given them many opportunities to collaborate and build partnerships that help deliver innovative solutions to our FM community. Today, they focus on facing the challenge of our industry's "skills gap" and the need to fill "The FM Pipeline" with talent that will help manage the...
2017-08-1522 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 49: The Workplace Experience Agenda & Elevating Facility Management | Peter Ankerstjerne - CMO at ISS A/S (Part 1)Peter Ankerstjerne is CMO at ISS A/S, a leading global provider of facility services, where he is in charge of marketing, branding, and research that provides a tremendous amount of high quality content for our FM community. Peter shares with Mike Petrusky about where the facility management market is heading and how ISS hopes to be an industry thought-leader that inspires us to elevate the FM profession by delivering workplace strategies that meet the future of work and the workplace experience agendas. By collaborating with HR to help retain and attract talent, and by increasing productivity, facility professionals...
2017-08-0823 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 48: The Future of Work, FM Technology, and the Workplace Evolution | Author & Futurist Jacob Morgan (Part 2)In Part 2 of their conversation, Mike Petrusky asks Jacob Morgan about future technologies, the evolving workplace, and more about his latest book, "The Employee Experience Advantage: How to Win the War for Talent by Giving Employees the Workspaces they Want, the Tools they Need, and a Culture They Can Celebrate". As a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and a futurist, Jacob offers unique insights about how FM professionals can prioritize information when evaluating technological advances and how they might manage changes impacting the built environment, including his views on artificial intelligence (AI). Mike talks with Jacob about their shared interest i...
2017-08-0115 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 47: Employee Experience, Workplace Design, and the Future of Work | Author & Futurist Jacob Morgan (Part 1)Jacob Morgan is a keynote speaker, a three time best-selling author, and a futurist with an understanding of what organizations must do to "win the war for talent" in today's workplace. Mike Petrusky talks with Jacob about his latest book, "The Employee Experience Advantage", which is focused on understanding how the workplace is changing and why culture, environment, and physical spaces are key factors in the future of work. Jacob shares his acronym ("COOL” Office Spaces) to determine if an organization is offering physical space that provides the four things that employees care about most when it comes to th...
2017-07-2519 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 46: Energy, IoT, & FM Technology | InScope Innovation | Mike Bruce - President | Eric Oliver - VP of Energy ServicesInScope Innovation is working with big data and the Internet of Things to gain insights from the interconnection of devices and systems with the mission of having a global impact on the built environment. Mike Petrusky talks with InScope Innovation's President & Co-Founder, Mike Bruce, and VP of Energy Services, Eric Oliver, about how facility managers can make use of unique data analysis and information to generate powerful outcomes for their organizations. These industry-leaders believe that technology can transform people, and by doing so, those people can transform the FM industry. By leveraging automation to bring about real change and...
2017-07-1823 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 45: Making RFPs Fun Again! | Vik Bangia of Verum Consulting on RFP Process Innovations in CREVik Bangia is Founder and Managing Principal of Verum Consulting, LLC, a strategy and operations consulting firm based in Minneapolis, MN. He serves on the Global Board of Directors for CoreNet Global where he is recognized as an expert in corporate real estate outsourcing and is also a sought after keynote speaker. Vik talks with Mike Petrusky and shares his ideas for making the RFP process for corporate real estate fun again by promoting innovation and creativity during the vendor selection process. He talks about the importance of connecting service providers with an organization's entire team to promote collaboration...
2017-07-1122 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 44: "Dive In" at IFMA & Elevate Your FM Career | Steven C. Early, CFM, AssocRICS, FMP - Operations Specialist at NHPCOSteven C. Early, CFM, AssocRICS, FMP is an Operations Specialist at NHPCO and he shares his FM story and talks with Mike Petrusky about some of the experiences and connections he has made at IFMA conferences and local events. From VIP nightclub stories in Las Vegas to his recent recognition as the Capital Chapter of IFMA's Author of the Year, Steve shares his thoughts about transformational changes in the workplace and the evolving role of facility managers. We discuss the future of FM, Seinfeld references, and Steven encourages us all to get outside of our comfort zones and not...
2017-07-0423 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 43: How to Choose a Qualified ADA Consultant | Brad Gaskins, AIA, CASp - The McIntosh Group (Part 3)Brad Gaskins of The McIntosh Group is one of the nation's leading experts on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and this is the final installment of a three-part series on the topic of ADA compliance. On this episode of the podcast, Brad helps facility managers and owners "begin with the end in mind" when hiring an ADA consultant. Mike Petrusky asks Brad about the most important considerations when evaluating the types of consultants that can help FMs make sure that their facilities are in compliance with the Act. Brad and Mike walk through questions to ask and important...
2017-06-2719 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 42: Healthcare Facility Management | An Interview with Robert Graham, CHFM, Sr. Facilities ManagerManaging the healthcare built environment brings a variety of special challenges, and Robert Graham, CHFM, has experienced much of this in his role as Director of Facilities at a large, DC-area healthcare system for the world's largest Fortune 500 facility management & real estate provider. Mike Petrusky is always looking for ideas about new FM perspectives to discuss, so when Rob asked for healthcare industry coverage on the podcast, little did he know that he would be the next guest on the show! Rob talks about some of the unique regulations and service requirements that facility managers in the healthcare world...
2017-06-2017 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 41: "Partnering for Excellence" in Facility Management | Highlights from #WorldFMDay 2017 Webinar by Mike PetruskyMike Petrusky was honored to present a webinar for the IFMA FM Consultants Council's World FM Day 2017 virtual conference event in May of 2017. The content from this webinar, titled “Partnering for Excellence: Facility Managers & Industry Partners Collaborate to Elevate the FM Community", was based on a recent session that Mike and his fellow Capital Chapter of IFMA colleague, Lena Thompson, FMP, presented at IFMA's U.S. Facility Fusion conference in Las Vegas in April. With a goal of inspiring our FM community, Mike discusses the power of partnerships, the value of a strong network, tips for presenting ideas to yo...
2017-06-1324 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 40: IFMA Volunteering & Facility Management Strategies | Part 2 with Jill Johnson - Johnson Consulting ServicesJill Johnson of Johnson Consulting Services is an award-winning management consultant and she has worked with facility managers to encourage strategic planning & thinking that elevates the FM profession. In Part 2 of this discussion, Mike Petrusky asks Jill about her experiences with public speaking and the advice she gives to young professionals as they look to grow their career in facility management. She shares her thoughts on collaboration in the workplace and the value of shared goals for FM practitioners and service-providers when forming successful partnerships. We discuss the power of IFMA connections and the need to make building industry...
2017-06-0618 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 39: FM Technology Trends, Business Transformation, & Marketing | Katie King, MBA - Zoodikers | AI in FMKatie King, MBA is our first guest from "across the pond" and she definitely is an "FM innovator"! Katie is Co-Founder of AI in FM and Founder of Zoodikers, a digital PR and social media marketing firm where she has helped to elevate the facility management profession through her work with both FM trade associations and industry-partners alike. Katie can be seen and heard on BBC TV and radio, she has delivered two TEDx talks, and she often presents at facility management conferences around the world. Mike Petrusky asks Katie about her background growing up in the UK, her...
2017-05-3019 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 38: Best Value Business Model for Facility Managers | Dr. Dean Kashiwagi, IFMA Fellow - PBSRGDean T. Kashiwagi, PhD, P.E., IFMA Fellow, Fulbright Scholar is a professor at Arizona State University and the Director of the Performance Based Studies Research Group (PBSRG), a worldwide leader in improving facility and project performance and efficiency. Mike Petrusky asks Dr. Dean about the role of the facility manager in the future, automation in the workplace, and what makes a good leader. The importance of leveraging experts when managing projects in the built environment is an essential element of Dr. Dean's "best value approach" to procurement and he shares how simplifying processes leads to success. Mike shares...
2017-05-2322 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 37: Creating Inspiring Workplaces | Jeremy Macdonald, LEED AP, MCR - Regional Site Operations Manager at AdobeAdobe products enable people to create amazing things and inspire one another, and our guest today, Regional Site Operations Manager, Jeremy Macdonald, LEED AP, MCR, is on a mission to create amazing and inspiring workspaces so that Adobe employees can reach their fullest potential. Mike Petrusky asks Jeremy about his facility management role, what it takes to promote engagement in the workplace, and his thoughts about the future of FM. Branding and bringing the customer into the workplace is essential to success and Jeremy explains how he tries to create a workplace experience that "feels like" Adobe. We discuss...
2017-05-1623 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 36: Facility Managers & Industry-Partners "Collabor8" | Lena Thompson, FMP & Mike Petrusky Discuss IFMA #FFUS17What makes a successful FM industry-partner? Reflecting back to IFMA's Facility Fusion 2017 and their presentation on "Partnering for Excellence", Lena Thompson, FMP and Mike Petrusky reminisce about the rewarding time spent in Las Vegas. They both agree that making connections and sharing knowledge were the top priorities for this conference and should be our goal at every FM industry event. Getting outside of our comfort zones and working together to face challenges and changes in the workplace is essential to meeting the needs of the built environment. Lena and Mike share a passion for elevating the facility management profession...
2017-05-0922 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 35: A Facility Management Story | Interview with Robert Kleimenhagen, Jr., CFM, SFP - PA Turnpike CommissionIFMA conferences allow us to make meaningful personal connections in our facility management community with both fellow FM practitioners and industry-partners. Robert Kleimenhagen, Jr., CFM, SFP is the Facilities Strategic Planning & Program Manager at the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and whether at local IFMA Chapter meetings, national IFMA shows, or other events (such as NFMT), he continuously finds ways to collaborate with colleagues. With a passion for project planning and being part of a team, Robert tells Mike Petrusky that FM is "the ultimate give-back profession" as he gets to take care of the occupants in his facilities. He recognizes...
2017-05-0222 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 34: Facility Management Teamwork in the Caribbean | Tyrel Melville, FMP - Scotiabank | "Smart Start Facility"Tyrel Melville, FMP is the Senior Regional Manager, Real Estate & Facilities, Caribbean South Hub for Scotiabank. He is passionate about inspiring his fellow FM practitioners, building effective teams, and working with industry-partners to meet the needs of the workplace throughout a portfolio that crosses the borders and cultures of a dozen Caribbean countries. Mike Petrusky asks Tyrel to share a bit about his FM journey, his relationships through IFMA and passion for sharing motivational quotes and facility management inspiration on social media with "Smart Start Facility". We talk about the importance of partnerships, the evolving role of FMs, and...
2017-04-2521 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 33: Leading from the Middle - Influencing Without Authority | Terry Lipovski - Ubiquity Leadership CoachingTerry Lipovski is President of Ubiquity Leadership Coaching where he shares his passion as an Executive Coach, a Strategic Advisor and a TEDx Speaking Coach. He builds best practices and management strategies that help others "find that spark" which allows them to reach their full potential. After working to prepare the keynote speakers at IFMA's World Workplace 2016, Terry is now ready to bring a deeper dive session to Facility Fusion Canada 2017 in Toronto. His workshop will equip facility managers to "lead from the middle" by using strategic management models that will help them "influence without authority" and achieve their...
2017-04-1822 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 32: (Part 2) ADA Compliance for Facility Managers | "ADA Geek" Brad Gaskins, AIA, CASp - The McIntosh Group"ADA Geek" Brad Gaskins is an expert when it comes to The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and on this episode of the podcast, we take a deeper dive into what facility managers need to know about the ADA. This is the second of a series of interviews and Brad talks more about his work with The McIntosh Group where he helps FM practitioners determine which compliance standard they should follow and helps them understand the risks that come along with an increase in legal activity related to the ADA. Mike Petrusky asks Brad about how FMs can be...
2017-04-1121 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 31: Workplace Technology Integration & Marketing Success | Elizabeth Dukes - EVP & CMO of iOFFICEiOFFICE is the leading workforce-centric IWMS software and the only 100% SaaS platform designed for the Digital Workplace and co-founder Elizabeth Dukes is our special guest on the podcast today. Mike Petrusky asks Elizabeth her thoughts on innovation, collaboration, and the tools available for sharing data to enhance our experiences in the workplace. As technology has evolved, iOFFICE has led the way by building partnerships and offering solutions that lead to more productive, integrated workspaces. Mike has always admired iOFFICE's marketing and branding strategies and he gets a chance to ask Elizabeth about some of the content that her team...
2017-04-0422 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 30: Military Veterans & Facility Management | Retired U.S. Navy Seabee & Facility Manager Randall Niznick"Can Do!" is a motto of the U.S. Navy Seabees that Randall Niznick has continued to live out after transitioning to his civilian career in facility management. Mike Petrusky discovers how Randy's military background and service to others approach have helped him thrive and grow in his career as an FM professional. His role includes creating productive work environments and Randy talks about how he connects with the FM community through involvement at the USGBC, NFMT, and IFMA. Randy offers some online resources to help advance FM careers and he shares his views about the future of the b...
2017-03-2820 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 29: IFMA's Facility Fusion 2017 Preview | Mike Petrusky interviews Kim Coffey & Ann LoayzaKim Coffey is Manager of Corporate Programs and Ann Loayza is Manager of Conferences at the International Facility Management Association where they are working hard to prepare for the 2017 Facility Fusion Conference & Expo. Mike Petrusky asks about some of the unique features and the more intimate nature of this special event taking place in both Las Vegas and Toronto. The show will provide extended time blocks, dedicated to opportunities for collaboration between facility managers and industry-partners, along with deeper dive education programs focused on the individual. Hear about how "tech, tasks, and talent" are all essential parts of "The...
2017-03-2123 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 28: "The Power of Place" | Kay Sargent - Senior Principal and Director of WorkPlace at HOKKay Sargent, ASID, IIDA, CID, LEED® AP, MCR.w is a senior principal and director of HOK’s WorkPlace practice and Mike Petrusky recently stopped by her Washington, DC office to discuss strategies for the built environment, with a specific focus on the future of facility management in the workplace. Kay is passionate in her belief that place can be a powerful asset if we design space well, and she brings this philosophy to the world's largest corporations as she helps them optimize their global real estate portfolios and create innovative work environments. Kay tells Mike that she chooses to...
2017-03-1423 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 27: Sustainability & Innovation in FM | Kathy Loftus - Global Leader, Sustainable Facilities at Whole Foods MarketWhole Foods Market is "America’s Healthiest Grocery Store" and known for its mission-driven approach with both sustainable agriculture and facilities. Mike Petrusky talks with Kathy Loftus, Whole Foods Market's Global Leader of Sustainable Facilities, about leading her team, the importance of industry-partnerships, and the impact FM professionals have on the future of the built environment. Kathy was recently recognized as the "WPI 2016 Innovator of the Year" and she shares her insights about technology trends in facility management, energy management, and sustainability initiatives. We also learn a bit about Kathy's life in Boston as she shares with us some pe...
2017-03-0719 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEp. 26: ADA Compliance for Facility Managers | "ADA Geek" Brad Gaskins, AIA, CASp - The McIntosh GroupThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a topic that facility managers need to understand and Brad Gaskins of The McIntosh Group is one of the nation's leading experts on the subject. Mike Petrusky talks with Brad about the applications and definitions contained in the ADA and what FMs should know with regard to accessibility and compliance in their facilities. Learn about Brad and his favorite college team, which has a huge influence on the color of all the shirts in his wardrobe! This is the first of a series of episodes where we will discuss the ADA, so...
2017-02-2819 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 25: Building Your Brand in Facility Management | Jenny Andrawis - Director of Marketing at Rolyn Companies, Inc.Building your brand in the facility management marketplace is a long-term process and one that takes patience and a strategic vision. Jenny Andrawis, Director of Marketing at Rolyn Companies, Inc., talks with Mike Petrusky about their shared philosophies and respect for the wisdom of Seth Godin. Whether you are an industry-partner or a facility manager, you can benefit from growing and leading your "tribe" in the FM world. Learn about Jenny and her passion for educating and serving facility management professionals through Rolyn's contributions at the Capital Chapter of IFMA and nationwide. Call Rolyn at 800-808-1553...
2017-02-2119 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 24: Teena Shouse, CFM, IFMA Fellow | The Facility Management Journey & FM TransitionsThere are just a handful of names that come to mind when we think about the "legendary" contributors to our FM community, and Teena Shouse, CFM, IFMA Fellow, is certainly one of them! Mike Petrusky catches up with Teena (someplace warmer and near a golf course, for sure!), as she enjoys more free time, but continues to inspire us. They talk about Teena's industry speaking engagements, ongoing involvement with IFMA, FM education, and her passion for mentoring the next generation of facility management professionals. In today's fast-moving marketplace, having both a vision and a plan to reach your goals...
2017-02-1420 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 23: The Life of a Facility Manager | An Interview with Dexter Barrow of AAMCBy understanding the many roles and responsibilities of a facility manager, FM industry-partners and the entire community can be in a better position to help meet the needs of the workplace together. FM professional Dexter Barrow talks with Mike Petrusky about caring for his facility, its occupants, and building trusted IFMA relationships at both the local chapter level and around the world during World Workplace. The importance of collaboration with fellow facility management professionals, other internal departments, and outside partner companies shines through during this interview. Dexter also discusses how investing in the development of the next generation of...
2017-02-0723 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 22: NFMT 2017 Conference Preview | Interview with Amy Brown | Trade Press Media GroupNFMT 2017 is coming to the Baltimore Convention Center on March 7-9 this year! Mike Petrusky will be there and he talks with Director of Education and Conferencing, Amy Brown, about some of the many FM trends & topics that will be featured at this year's show including IoT, Smart Buildings, and Safety & Security. We discuss the connections that will be made at NFMT and Amy offers a few tips on how to make the most of your time in Baltimore, as you navigate nine different educational tracks, with over 120 different sessions from which to choose. We also get to know...
2017-01-3120 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 21: Strategic Thinking in Facility Management | Jill Johnson - Johnson Consulting ServicesAward-winning management consultant Jill Johnson of Johnson Consulting Services shares her views with facility managers about the need to shift their focus from a task oriented approach to a higher level, strategic view of the built environment. Jill talks with Mike Petrusky and offers practical advice for presenting ideas to an organization’s leadership team and how FMs and industry partners can work together to deliver solutions. Mike goes on a tangent to talk about 80’s music (again), and he asks Jill about some of her experiences at dog shows. The goal, in the end, is to help elevate the...
2017-01-2421 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 20: BIM & Facility Management | Kimon Onuma | "Building Leaders" on ARCH-i-TECH.TVArchitect and Building Information Modeling specialist Kimon Onuma explains the BIM process and how integration with facility management offers opportunities for improved decision-making in the built environment. Mike Petrusky shares his behind-the-scenes story about interviewing Kimon as guest host of the LiveStream web show called "Building Leaders" for ARCH-i-TECH.TV. Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/pW3G1JwoJOA Watch the full LiveStream video here: http://www.arch-i-tech.tv/building-leaders-episode-01/ Sign up to Be an FM innovator!® at www.kayrellconnections.com
2017-01-1726 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 19: Workplace Strategy and Space Planning | Jenya Adler - Staples Business AdvantageListen in as we discuss the importance of aligning workplace strategy with wellness initiatives to create workspaces that help to attract and retain top talent. Jenya Adler of STAPLES Business Advantage uses a comprehensive and strategic approach, leveraging the experience and expertise of the FM industry. Mike Petrusky asks about IFMA conferences and communities of practice such as Workplace Evolutionaries. Get your copy of the “Staples Workplace Index" (a research report that reveals employee attitudes about their workspaces) here: https://www.staplesadvantage.com/sites/workplace-index/index.html Sign up to Be an FM innovator!® at www...
2017-01-1017 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 18: Facility Management Goals for the New Year | Mike PetruskyAs we head into 2017, let’s find ways to collaborate, innovate, and elevate the FM profession together. What are your facility management goals? For industry partners, it is essential to fine-tune your marketing messages so you can be known as a resource that educates and provides value to FMs. If you are a facility manager, leveraging technology is one way to improve your building operations and manage your facilities more efficiently. Everyone should plan to make professional development a top goal for the New Year as we break out of our daily routines and achieve something new and great fo...
2017-01-0311 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 17: Music, Movies, & FM Musings | 2016 Show Highlights | Mike PetruskyJoin the "FM Innovator Nation" and catch up on the first sixteen episodes of "The Facility Management Innovator Podcast" from 2016. Mike Petrusky shares some highlights from the show including favorite moments, music, movies, and facility management insights. Sign up to...Be An FM Innovator! at www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-12-2622 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 16: "Collaborative One: An FM Story" | Interview with Jessica Bickel - Hewlett Packard EnterpriseHear powerful insights from a facility management professional who really understands the value of collaboration and making connections in our FM community. Jessica Bickel of Hewlett Packard Enterprise offers encouragement to her facility management colleagues and advice for industry-partners trying to reach FMs with their workplace solution. Jessica recently had the chance to share her "FM Story" as a keynote speaker at IFMA's World Workplace in San Diego and Mike Petrusky asks about that experience and the importance of the relationships that are made at industry conferences. Jessica discusses the need for continuing education in FM and she offers...
2016-12-1920 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 15: FM Strategies & Advice | Michel Theriault, FMP, RPA, LEED AP - FM Insight ConsultingOur first guest from Canada, Michel Theriault is a Strategic Advisor at FM Insight Consulting where he supports the facility management profession through consulting, writing, speaking and training. Mike Petrusky asks Michel to share best practices for helping facility managers utilize technology and improve efficiencies in the built environment. We discuss how FMs can successfully make the business case for implementing workplace solutions and provide strategies for selling ideas to management. Michel and Mike also offer practical tips to help you connect with the FM community for valuable education and collaboration opportunities. Connect with Michel here: www...
2016-12-1222 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 14: Leadership, FM Communications, and #DareToBe Motivation | Andrea Sanchez - IFMAAndrea Sanchez is a leadership enthusiast, writer, coach, and IFMA's VP of Communications and Organizational Change. On this episode, Mike Petrusky talks with Andrea about discovering our passions, facing challenges, and motivating our facility management community to embrace innovation and workplace success through disruptive change. We discuss FM collaboration with opportunities to connect in person, via social channels, and at Andrea's Twitter Chat called #DareToBe. Connect with Andrea on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/asanchez16 Sign up to...Be an FM innovator!™ here: www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-12-0521 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 13: Business Automation, IoT, & FM Technologies | Interview with Tom Buiocchi - CEO of ServiceChannelCEO & FM industry-leader Tom Buiocchi of ServiceChannel discusses workplace trends, business process automation and how technology will impact the future of the built environment. Mike Petrusky asks Tom about collaboration, the internet of things and how facility managers can present the business case for new technologies to the C-suite. We learn a little bit about Tom personally and get valuable insights from his career leading innovative companies. Download your copy of the free Ebook - "What You Need to Know to Succeed in Facilities Management in 2020" here: http://ow.ly/LeSF306sMfL Sign up to...
2016-11-2820 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 12: Thanksgiving & Collaboration in the FM Community | Mike Petrusky | Be an FM innovator!™During this Thanksgiving week, Mike Petrusky takes a moment to reflect on how the podcast has been a platform for promoting collaboration in the facility management community. He shares a quote and inspiration from one of his favorite marketing writers, Seth Godin, that can be applied to the important work that both FMs and industry-partners do in the built environment. Mike also discusses his favorite holiday movies and music, including the greatest Christmas movie of all time! Sign up to Be an FM innovator!™ at www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-11-2108 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 11: Millennials & the Future of Facility Management | Jake Gunnoe - ASU (PhD Candidate)What can we learn about the future of the workplace from the next generation of FM professionals? Mike Petrusky talks with IFMAWW16 keynote speaker, Jake Gunnoe, about technology, education, and building the FM pipeline. Jake shares insights that will inspire the entire FM community as we discuss the power of collaboration and personal connections. We also have some fun with movie quotes that you won't want to miss! Watch Jake's Keynote at IFMA's World Workplace 2016: https://youtu.be/-I0XOhmnJEM For more information, visit www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-11-1420 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 10: "The Healthy Workplace" | Interview with author Leigh Stringer, LEED AP (Part 2)We continue our conversation with workplace expert, Leigh Stringer, about her new book, "The Healthy Workplace". On Part 2, Leigh gives Mike Petrusky some practical advice based on her research regarding sleep and motivation for pursuing positive health changes at both work and home. We also look at the future of the workplace and discuss where technology can impact facilities and what facility managers should consider when implementing innovative solutions in the built environment. Learn more about the book: http://ow.ly/yxDG305Ggsb Read Leigh's blog: http://www.leighstringer.com/ For more information...
2016-11-0720 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 9: "The Healthy Workplace" | Interview with author Leigh Stringer, LEED AP (Part 1)Get to know workplace specialist & best-selling author, Leigh Stringer, as we discuss her new book, "The Healthy Workplace". On this episode (Part 1 of 2) Leigh gives an overview of the book and shares an IFMA study and insights from other research she has conducted. Mike Petrusky asks how FM leaders and industry-partners can promote productivity & creativity in the workplace. Leigh also discusses what FMs should consider when planning the utilization of space and what they can do to build a business case for wellness initiatives in their organization. Learn more about the book: http://ow.ly/yxDG305Ggsb
2016-10-3122 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 8: FM Partnerships | An Interview with Don Rogers, CFM, SFP, MPM - Director of Facilities | Hillwood Estate Museum & GardensDo you have what it takes to truly be a "partner" with facility managers? On this episode, Mike Petrusky sits down with Don Rogers, the Director of Facilities at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens in Washington, D.C. to discuss FM industry collaboration. For over thirty years, Don has developed trusted business partnerships to help manage the challenges he has faced and leveraged those relationships to generate innovative solutions for his facilities. He shares his insights through real life stories and tells us about the movies and songs that inspire him. For more information, visit www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-10-2417 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 7: Consultative Selling to FMs | Geoff Snavely - Millicare by EBC | "The Challenger Sale" | "Spin Selling"Building a culture of collaboration in the FM community is essential for workplace success. On this episode, Mike Petrusky talks with Geoff Snavely about delivering tangible value to facility managers using the most effective sales, business development and management techniques. You'll hear valuable insights for both sales and facility management professionals alike. Topics discussed on this episode: Sales, team building & partner relationships. Determine ROI from association memberships & conferences. Differentiate your offering in an industry that has been commoditized. Geoff shares what he believes is the best show on TV today. Mike talks about his favorite U2 album. For more...
2016-10-1722 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 6: #IFMAWW16 Recap & Interviews from IFMA's World Workplace 2016 | Rhonda Rezak - RSP i-SPACE | Carolyn McGary - JLL | Corey MacKnight - City of Winchester, VAMike Petrusky recaps a great week in San Diego connecting with the FM community at IFMA's World Workplace! Interviews on this episode: 04:35 Rhonda Rezac, FMP - RSP i-SPACE 10:25 Carolyn "Wonder Woman" McGary, CFM, Facility Manager - JLL 16:40 Corey MacKnight, CPO, Facilities Director - City of Winchester, Virginia For more information, visit www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-10-1024 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 5: Interview with Steve Patterson | Director of Facilities - NVCCAre you ready to hear from the property owner perspective? On this episode, Mike Petrusky talks with Steve Patterson about facility management projects and problem solving. As the Director of Facilities at Northern Virginia Community College, Steve collaborates with FM colleagues and industry partners while building a human network by engaging at professional associations. He shares his views on industry trends, leveraging technology, and developing FM training programs to face the future. Mike gets excited by this Virginia Tech connection and shares more about his time in Blacksburg. Go Hokies! For more information, visit www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-10-0318 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 4: IFMA's World Workplace 2016 | Mayra Portalatin & Mike Petrusky Get You Ready for San DiegoOn this special edition of the podcast, Mike Petrusky talks with Mayra Portalatin of Facility Engineering Associates (FEA) to help "FM innovators" make the most of IFMA's World Workplace! Connect with Mayra & Mike in San Diego! On Twitter: https://twitter.com/mayraportalatin https://twitter.com/MikePetrusky On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayraportalatin https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky For more information, visit http://worldworkplace.ifma.org/ The Video Interview at Kayrell Connections: http://www.kayrellconnections.com/mayra-portalatin-interview
2016-09-2618 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 3: Interview with Mark Schnurr | Bravo! Facility ServicesOn this episode, Mark Schnurr discusses building an IFMA legacy and becoming known as a valuable resource to the FM community. Other topics covered include the importance of having a "service to others mentality", how to connect and collaborate with facility managers, outsourcing trends and the need to establish best practices in facility management. Mike Petrusky shares some inspiration from Zig Ziglar and opens the debate about which was the best new wave band of the 80's! For more information, visit www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-09-1918 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 2: Interview with Gary McKelvey, Jr. | Siemens CorporationOn this episode, Gary McKelvey, Jr. of Siemens Corporation discusses connecting and collaborating with the FM community, facility management industry conferences, building automation, energy savings, and technology trends in the built environment. Topics discussed include a motivational quote from Teddy Roosevelt, IFMA’s World Workplace, NFMT, and IoT technologies. Mike Petrusky also shares his love of movies and one particular rock band. For more information, visit www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-09-1417 min
The Facility Management Innovator PodcastEpisode 1: Introduction | What is an FM Innovator?Mike Petrusky introduces you to the only podcast focused on elevating the facility management community by offering FM industry resources, expertise, and collaboration that leads to workplace innovation. On this episode, Mike shares his view of what it means to be a "facility management innovator" and how Kayrell Connections promotes building partnerships through IFMA to support and advance the facility management profession. For more information, visit www.kayrellconnections.com
2016-09-0808 min