Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience | Facility Management | CRE | Digital Workplace Technology

Caren Kenney, MS, PCC is CEO and Founder at Evolve Leadership where she is passionate about transforming executive development and wellbeing through innovative programs that reinforce physical wellbeing, mental and emotional resilience, and character-centered leadership. Mike Petrusky asks Caren about her work with the Human Performance Institute as part of the Johnson & Johnson Health and Wellness Solutions leadership team and how that experience can help workplace leaders today. They explore hybrid working strategies and challenges while offering ideas for leaders who must challenge their own biases and blind spots to succeed in the future of work. Check out this episode to discover inspiration for helping teams prioritize wellbeing through nuanced communication and experimentation in 2023. Connect with Caren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carenkenney/ Learn more about Evolve Leadership: https://evolveleadership.com/ Get the book “Leading with Character: 10 Minutes a Day to a Brilliant Legacy Set”: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Character-Minutes-Brilliant-Legacy/dp/1119781647 Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Kristin M. Reed is a Senior Consultant at Veldhoen + Company and Stacy Larkin is Vice President, People & Employee Success at ActionIQ. In November 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Creating Strategies for a Better Workplace” where he and his guests discussed recent workplace changes in a post-pandemic era and how companies are learning to progress beyond short-term reactions and realize long-term adaptations. They explored shifts in culture, policy, and space design while mapping out strategies for the use of data, benchmarks, storytelling and change management in the future workplace. Mike asked Kristin and Stacy to share inspirational quotes and music that will help you embrace the new future of work and be a workplace innovator in your organization. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full video with audience Q&A! Connect with Kristin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinreed/ Connect with Stacy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacylarkin/ Watch the full video with Mike, Kristin and Stacy: https://lp.iofficecorp.com/creating-strategies-for-a-better-workplace Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Dr. Marie Puybaraud is Global Head of Research at JLL where she is passionate about helping corporate organizations shape the future of work while she also serves as a Trustee of the IFMA Foundation. Mike Petrusky asks Marie about the role of the facility manager in a world that is constantly changing and the emerging trends as the workforce operates both in the office and outside of the built environment. They explore hybrid working, the importance of wellbeing and how our reliance on workplace technology requires resilience planning. Mike and Marie reminisce about their time at IFMA’s World Workplace in Nashville and offer inspiration for industry leaders as they seek to create a more human-centric workplace while caring for their people and preparing for what comes next! Connect with Dr. Marie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariepuybaraud/ Learn more about JLL: https://www.us.jll.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Marc Weigum is Director of Real Estate and Workplace Technology at Twilio where he is passionate about building a tech stack that helps teams to deliver an amazing employee experience for customers wherever their work is being done. Mike Petrusky asks Marc about his career journey and his perspectives on the trends, strategies and technologies available for workplace leaders today as they seek to meet the needs of their people. They discuss challenges when planning for the future around real estate decisions and workspace design while focusing on the opportunity to iterate and learn along the way. Marc offers practical advice for leaders using baseball as a source for inspiration and delivers encouragement for workplace innovators to “keep taking swings” as we head into 2023! Connect with Marc on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-weigum-758635107/ Learn more about Twilio: https://www.twilio.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Phil Kirschner is a Workplace Strategy and Change Leader at McKinsey & Company where he applies his years of experience persuading complex networks of stakeholders to transform their operational processes and behaviors. Mike Petrusky asks Phil about his journey at Credit Suisse, JLL and WeWork and how those experiences helped him find his passion for workplace strategy and the future of work. They explore the challenges and opportunities for workplace leaders today as they seek to build a culture that recognizes the needs of employees while also delivering on the business outcomes organizations are seeking in 2022 and beyond. Mike and Phil have known each other for many years from afar, and share many industry connections in common, but they finally have a chance to chat in person on this exciting episode of the podcast! Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philkirschner/ Download the McKinsey & Co Report on “The Great Attrition”: https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/great-attrition-or-great-attraction-the-choice-is-yours Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/

Deana Haynes, LEED AP BD+C, is Director of Commercial Real Estate at ChargePoint where she is passionate about the development of new technology solutions and business models that allow organizations to capitalize on the growing need for EV charging at their properties. In October 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Leading the Charge: How EV Charging Drives Workplace Experience and Sustainability” where he and Deana discussed the keys to successfully implementing EV charging stations. Mike asked Deana how facility management leaders can predict and meet employee and visitor demand and how they can choose the right infrastructure and software to have an impact on their organization’s overall ESG goals. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full video with audience Q&A! Connect with Deana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanahaynes/ Learn more about ChargePoint: https://www.chargepoint.com/ Watch the full video with Mike and Deana: https://lp.asset.iofficecorp.com/webinar-managerplus-leading-the-charge Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Kay Sargent is Senior Principal & Director of WorkPlace at HOK, Mayra Portalatin is Vice President of Facilities Services at NVE, Inc., Lena Thompson is Director of Building Operations & Administrative Services at the American Psychological Association and Geoff Snavely is Vice President & General Manager at milliCare Floor & Textile Care. In October 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “What Does It Take To Be An FM Innovator Today?” where he and the panel revisited their “5-Year Podcast Reunion Show” during IFMA’s World Workplace 2022 in Nashville. The powerful conversation sparked interest in the facility management community as these leaders discussed changes to the workplace, how to embrace new technology, and measure success. Mike asked the panel to share practical advice and offer actionable insights around the psychological factors impacting today's workforce, return to office strategies, and the fundamental shifts taking place that will continue to impact the future of work. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full, hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Kay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-sargent-53b2431/ Connect with Mayra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayraportalatin/ Connect with Lena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lena-thompson-5b05a86/ Connect with Geoff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffsnavelymillicare/ Watch the full 1-hour video with audience Q&A: https://lp.iofficecorp.com/what-does-it-take-to-be-an-fm-innovator-today Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Noelle Via Borda is Senior Program Manager of Workplace Design at Adobe where she is focused on designing workplace policies, programs and environments that are human-centered. Mike Petrusky asks Noelle about her passion for creating a great workplace experience using cross-functional experimentation, inclusive design based in employee engagement, and refining the vision for the future of Adobe’s workplace ecosystem. They discuss the changed expectations of the workforce and explore how Noelle is using insights gained from “Lab82”, Adobe’s workplace innovation and experimentation engine, to plan strategies for the future of work. Mike and Noelle find common interest in sci-fi and fantasy films and offer music and stories of inspiration to help you become a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Noelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noelleviaborda/ Learn more about Adobe: https://www.adobe.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/

Nick Baum is Portfolio Optimization Manager at BAE Systems Australia where he is responsible for optimizing the performance of the BAE Systems Australia Property Portfolio to drive competitive advantage. Mike Petrusky asks Nick about his views on workplace strategy, the evolution of workplace design and forecasting the future needs of the company’s real estate portfolio. They explore changing expectations of the workforce, the value of the office and building a culture that meets the needs of human beings in today’s world. Mike and Nick also discuss Australian music and offer inspirational quotes that will help encourage you to be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-baum/ Learn more about BAE Systems: https://www.baesystems.com/en-aus/home Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/  

Lisa Whited is the Founder and Chief Transformation Officer of WTF (Workplace Transformation Facilitation), a Senior Associate with Advanced Workplace Associates (AWA) and the author of “Work Better. Save the Planet: The Earth-First Workplace is Good for People, Great for Business”. Mike Petrusky asks Lisa about how her experience and education in interior architecture, management and leadership, coupled with her interest in inclusivity and community building, allows her to help her clients improve employee engagement. They explore the challenges of building a workplace culture that integrates the overlap of vision, people and place while offering inspiration to help you be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawhited/ Learn more about AWA: https://www.advanced-workplace.com/ Find out more about Lisa and buy the book: https://www.workbettersavetheplanet.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/