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Featuring Tom Proctor, Founder/CEO of NCG Did you know that tech, as important as it is, is not enough to retain customers? But the research shows that bad tech is enough to lose customers. In this Caleb Parker Show episode, Tom Proctor joins Caleb to dive into some research on what today’s office customers want. Tom shares why a frictionless user experience is important, how NCG has helped rejuvenate former Wework locations and how some CAT B Tech is being delivered earlier, as the tech backbone of an asset. About NCG NCG combines the physical and digital worlds needed to run a connected and responsive office environment. They are an end-to-end technology partner, providing the tech stack that underpins hundreds of flexible spaces across the UK and Europe. This epsisode is sponsored by the Brave Consortium. The Brave Consortium is a group of companies that help Brave and its landlord partners reposition office assets to meet the evolving needs of modern business. Learn more here: www.bravecorp.co/brave-consortium      Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

Featuring Sam Gamble, Cofounder of ReturnSuite Is space as a service the solution to protecting property values? In this Caleb Parker Show Special Feature, Sam Gamble and Caleb Parker, dive into the challenges and opportunities in this period of evolution that office real estate is currently experiencing. Sam shares his journey from traditional office real estate to embracing Space-as-a-Service, and the obstacles he faced in valuing and financing flex properties.  Will there be a shift towards permanent capital as investors, landlords, and operators adapt to the changing dynamics of financing office real estate? If you're an office investor, asset manager, landlord, lender, valuer or operator, you don't want to miss this conversation. Check out Sam's company www.returnsuite.com More about Caleb Parker at www.bravecorp.co/caleb    Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

Featuring Dr. Anniina Autero, Head of Development for the City of Tampere, Finland. Imagine a future where our physical and virtual worlds seamlessly integrate, transforming how we interact with our cities and workplaces. In this special feature, Dr. Anniina and Caleb Parker zoom out from office real estate to discuss a broader perspective: the metaverse and its implications for urban planning. The potential impact on office real estate is tremendous now that we’ve entered the experience economy. If you're a developer, investor, technophile, or just curious about the future of our cities, be sure to tune into this conversation with Dr. Anina, then book your ticket to the IMAGINE CONFERENCE 2024 11-12 of June, where the City of Tampere has teamed up with with Microsoft & Nokia and many global experts to explore the depths of the metaverse’s possibilities. Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

https://bravecorp.co/calebWhat's this? After diving into the world of Space-as-a-Service for 11 seasons, taking the #WorkBold Podcast into the top 1% of business podcasts globally - it’s time for a new chapter. It’s to be brave and evolve. Hit that play button to find out what's up with award winning podcaster, Caleb Parker.   Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

In this final episode of Season 11, host Caleb Parker is joined by  Dominique Gonfard, Chief Revenue Officer at Quarterback Real Estate to discuss the future of work and the role of technology in workplace design. They explore the concept of designing the office in the cloud and creating a digital backbone for employees to tap into. They also discuss the importance of putting employees first and embracing flexible working arrangements. Dominique highlights the need for early engagement with service partners and the integration of technology from the beginning of the design process. They mention companies like Google and Wise as examples of organizations that are embracing change and designing innovative workspaces.   Highlights: Exploring the Future of Work and Office Real Estate Sponsor Shoutout: FreshWave's Impact on Connectivity The Personal Journey and Professional Evolution of Dominique Gonford Redefining Office Spaces: Insights and Innovations The Role of Technology in Shaping Future Workspaces Envisioning the Office of the Future: A Digital-First Approach Dominique Gonfard: LinkedIn | Website Dominique Gonfard, is a strategic workplace expert with cross-discipline experience in CRE and the built environment. She is a CRE and technology-driven workplace expert focused on helping occupiers, owners, and landlords reposition real estate assets through design, construction, and innovation initiatives. She is trained as an architect and approaches real estate and the built environment from a position of professional empathy and expertise. Her firm Byra Group was acquired by QBRE last year, and prior to that she spent over 8 years at JLL where she led the growth of in-house design & build firm Tetris, one of the fastest growing subsidiaries of JLL. Since 2020, She’s been working with the team at Concrete Ventures, a seed and Series A PropTech venture capital firm based in London. Don't forget to hit that  subscribe button so you get each episode as it comes out.   Sponsors:   Headlines sponsor Freshwave: Website | LinkedIn Freshwave is the connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider bringing MNOs, government, and real estate providers to work together in new ways. From stadiums and hospitals to skyscrapers and shopping centres, we provide mobile, 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity infrastructure all over the UK and Europe.   Fortune Favours the Bold: Website | LinkedIn Bold is a coworking brand owned and operated by NewFlex.   Future Proof Your Portfolio with NewFlex: Website | LinkedIn NewFlex delivers and manages a range of branded solutions for every type of building, in every type of location, for every type of occupier. Including the flexibility to develop your own brand. All enabled by flexible management contracts where we are invested in making money for you.   Brave Corporation: Website | LinkedIn The next generation real estate company driving value through strategic asset repositioning to de-risk assets and increase NOI.    Launch Your Own Podcast: Website | LinkedIn ShoRunner is the leading podcast production and strategic content company for brands, organisations, institutions, individuals, and entrepreneurs. Our team sets you up with the right strategy, equipment, training, guidance and content to ensure you sound amazing while speaking to your niche audience and networking with your perfect clients. Get in touch jason@shorunner.com Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

Will there be a shift in profile of the office real estate investor to recognize the increased risk and potential added value of flexible office spaces? In this episode of the #WorkBold podcast, host Caleb Parker discusses the future of office real estate valuations and investments with Gareth Lewis, Director of Real Estate M&A at PwC, on a boat in Cannes, France, outside MIPIM. They delve into the pressing issues surrounding the evolution of office space, highlighting the impact of shorter leases, shrinking footprints, and the rise of flexible workspaces on valuations. Gareth shares insights on the potential shift in the investor profile to accommodate these changes and the opportunities for creating long-term value in a landscape marked by operational complexities. The conversation also covers emerging trends such as dispersed workforces, real estate ecosystems, the importance of strategic partnerships, and the embrace of discomfort as a pathway to innovation. The episode concludes with optimism for the industry's future, emphasising the importance of adapting and finding new ways to create value amidst discomfort.   Highlights: The Evolution of Office Real Estate Valuations Networking at MIPIM Valuing Flex Space: A Roundtable Discussion Recap Investor Profiles and the Future of Office Real Estate Emerging Trends in Real Estate: A Global Perspective Embracing Change and Uncomfortability in Real Estate   Gareth Lewis: LinkedIn | Website Gareth is the Survey Director for PwC’s Emerging Trends in Real Estate series. He has led many successful European and global projects on behalf of the property sector, engaging senior people from inside and outside the industry and reporting to a Management Board of quoted property company CEOs and investors.   Don't forget to hit that subscribe button so you get each episode as it comes out.   Sponsors: Headlines sponsor Freshwave: Website | LinkedIn Freshwave is the connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider bringing MNOs, government, and real estate providers to work together in new ways. From stadiums and hospitals to skyscrapers and shopping centres, we provide mobile, 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity infrastructure all over the UK and Europe.   Fortune Favours the Bold: Website | LinkedIn Bold is a coworking brand owned and operated by NewFlex.   Future Proof Your Portfolio with NewFlex: Website | LinkedIn NewFlex delivers and manages a range of branded solutions for every type of building, in every type of location, for every type of occupier. Including the flexibility to develop your own brand. All enabled by flexible management contracts where we are invested in making money for you.   Brave Corporation: Website | LinkedIn The next generation real estate company driving value through strategic asset repositioning to de-risk assets and increase NOI.    Launch Your Own Podcast: Website | LinkedIn ShoRunner is the leading podcast production and strategic content company for brands, organisations, institutions, individuals, and entrepreneurs. Our team sets you up with the right strategy, equipment, training, guidance and content to ensure you sound amazing while speaking to your niche audience and networking with your perfect clients. Get in touch jason@shorunner.com Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

Can active travel facilities drive value in buildings and impact leasing velocity? Did you know there is an increasing cultural shift towards active travel, influencing the demand for buildings that support sustainable transportation options and facilities? In this episode of #WorkBold, your host Caleb Parker, talks to James Nash, Cofounder of Active Score, who helps building owners and developers amplify their customer experience and wellbeing for it’s customers by improving their sustainable transport offering.  James and team have helped design and certify 500+ developments across North America, Latin America, Asia, Middle East and Australia, and Europe. Active Score has an impressive client list of some of the most well known global investors, such as Blackstone, Brookfield, Lendlease, Vornado, BentallGreenOak, Patrizia, AXA IM to name a few. Caleb sat down with James to get the low down on their latest groundbreaking initiative, the Mode Score, and its impact on the commercial real estate market.    Takeaways Active travel facilities in buildings can have a significant impact on leasing velocity and tenant satisfaction. Designing best-in-class active travel facilities requires expertise and consideration of various amenities and services. Mode Score certification expands on Active Score by including all modes of transportation and promoting sustainability. Early adopters of Mode Score certification have seen positive results and increased value in their buildings. Tracking emissions and carbon decrease can provide valuable data for real estate financing and sustainability efforts. More research and data are needed to further understand the impact of transportation on real estate and the environment.   James Nash: LinkedIn | Website James Nash has founded 3 companies. The first was Bike Dock Solutions in 2008 which started life as a university project. Much of his focus currently is on ActiveScore which helps building owners and developers improve their cycling and active travel facilities. They have helped design and certify 350+ developments in Europe, US, Asia, Middle East and Australia-including 22 Bishopsgate in London, which is the largest office building in Europe.   Don't forget to hit that subscribe button so you get each episode as it comes out.   Sponsors:   Headlines sponsor Freshwave: Website | LinkedIn Freshwave is the connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider bringing MNOs, government, and real estate providers to work together in new ways. From stadiums and hospitals to skyscrapers and shopping centres, we provide mobile, 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity infrastructure all over the UK and Europe.   Fortune Favours the Bold: Website | LinkedIn Bold is a coworking brand owned and operated by NewFlex.   Future Proof Your Portfolio with NewFlex: Website | LinkedIn NewFlex delivers and manages a range of branded solutions for every type of building, in every type of location, for every type of occupier. Including the flexibility to develop your own brand. All enabled by flexible management contracts where we are invested in making money for you.   Brave Corporation: Website | LinkedIn The next generation real estate company driving value through strategic asset repositioning to de-risk assets and increase NOI.    Launch Your Own Podcast: Website | LinkedIn ShoRunner is the leading podcast production and strategic content company for brands, organisations, institutions, individuals, and entrepreneurs. Our team sets you up with the right strategy, equipment, training, guidance and content to ensure you sound amazing while speaking to your niche audience and networking with your perfect clients. Get in touch jason@shorunner.com Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

If there was a flex office hall of fame, today’s guest would be one of the first to be there. In this episode of #WorkBold, your host Caleb Parker, sits down with flex office pioneers  Charlie Green, co-CEO of The Office Group (TOG) for an unscripted interview. They take us on a journey through the evolution of flexible office spaces. From the humble beginnings of a converted pub in Islington to the towering skyline of Chancery House, Charlie shares the unique challenges he and his Co-founder and Co-CEO, Olly Olsen, faced as well as the triumphs they celebrated.  Throughout this discussion, we unpack the journey of transitioning from the startup phase with clear, defined roles to managing a C-suite level structure that demands cohesive cultural strategies and innovative customer-focused approaches.  This one’s a little longer than our other episodes this season, but surely is an instant classic.   Charles Green: LinkedIn | Website   Don't forget to hit that  subscribe button so you get each episode as it comes out.   Sponsors: Headlines sponsor Freshwave: Website | LinkedIn Freshwave is the connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider bringing MNOs, government, and real estate providers to work together in new ways. From stadiums and hospitals to skyscrapers and shopping centres, we provide mobile, 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity infrastructure all over the UK and Europe.   Fortune Favours the Bold: Website | LinkedIn Bold is a coworking brand owned and operated by NewFlex.   Future Proof Your Portfolio with NewFlex: Website | LinkedIn NewFlex delivers and manages a range of branded solutions for every type of building, in every type of location, for every type of occupier. Including the flexibility to develop your own brand. All enabled by flexible management contracts where we are invested in making money for you.   Brave Corporation: Website | LinkedIn The next generation real estate company driving value through strategic asset repositioning to de-risk assets and increase NOI.    Launch Your Own Podcast: Website | LinkedIn ShoRunner is the leading podcast production and strategic content company for brands, organisations, institutions, individuals, and entrepreneurs. Our team sets you up with the right strategy, equipment, training, guidance and content to ensure you sound amazing while speaking to your niche audience and networking with your perfect clients. Get in touch jason@shorunner.com Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

In this episode of #WorkBold, your host Caleb Parker, talks to Chris Boultwood Head of Technology for Workspace Group PLC, to delve into the intricacies of workspace management to meet customer expectations in today's fast-evolving market.   The two explore a range of topics including: Adapting to changing customer needs for flexibility The strategic control of coffee experiences within workspaces impact of ubiquitous connectivity Tech’s role when acquiring buildings simplifying wifi access The role mobile apps play to enhance the customer experience Improving sustainability and energy efficiency The next most important technology on the horizon   Chris Boultwood: LinkedIn | Website Chris Boultwood has been with Workspace Group PLC for over 7 years, where he heads up all things technology - covering customer, corporate and building technology strategies. His in-house teams look after Systems Innovation, Operations, Digital Infrastructure and Customer Connectivity. Before joining Workspace, Chris spent over a decade at Virgin Media, where he gained extensive experience in the telecommunications and digital services sectors, working across both B2C and B2B commercial opportunities. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button so you get each episode as it comes out.   Sponsors: Headlines sponsor Freshwave: Website | LinkedIn Freshwave is the connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider bringing MNOs, government, and real estate providers to work together in new ways. From stadiums and hospitals to skyscrapers and shopping centres, we provide mobile, 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity infrastructure all over the UK and Europe.   Fortune Favours the Bold: Website | LinkedIn Bold is a coworking brand owned and operated by NewFlex.   Future Proof Your Portfolio with NewFlex: Website | LinkedIn NewFlex delivers and manages a range of branded solutions for every type of building, in every type of location, for every type of occupier. Including the flexibility to develop your own brand. All enabled by flexible management contracts where we are invested in making money for you.   Brave Corporation: Website | LinkedIn The next generation real estate company driving value through strategic asset repositioning to de-risk assets and increase NOI.    Launch Your Own Podcast: Website | LinkedIn ShoRunner is the leading podcast production and strategic content company for brands, organisations, institutions, individuals, and entrepreneurs. Our team sets you up with the right strategy, equipment, training, guidance and content to ensure you sound amazing while speaking to your niche audience and networking with your perfect clients. Get in touch jason@shorunner.com Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe

In this episode of #WorkBold, your host Caleb Parker, talks to John Gravett, Managing Director at Cluttons LLP, discussing the evolving landscape of UK real estate. They cover a breadth of topics including the shift towards agile and dynamic office spaces, the challenges of repurposing existing buildings to meet modern standards, and the importance of sustainability in real estate. The conversation delves into the critical role of connectivity for modern work environments, highlighting the need for better infrastructure to support seamless mobile and internet access within office buildings. They also explore the concept of Space-as-a-Service and how companies are adapting their workplace strategies to meet the changing expectations of employees. The discussion underscores the potential of investing in building infrastructure as a significant opportunity in the real estate industry. Takeaways Shift Towards Flexibility and Agility in Real Estate: Companies are increasingly seeking smaller, more dynamic, and agile spaces to meet the evolving needs of their workforce. This includes a move away from traditional office setups towards environments that foster collaboration and innovation. Importance of Connectivity and Technology: There's a growing emphasis on the necessity of high-quality connectivity within office spaces. John highlighted that connectivity should be considered as foundational as the physical amenities in a building, impacting everything from operational efficiency to employee satisfaction. Sustainability and Repurposing of Spaces: The discussion underscored the urgency of investing in sustainability and the repurposing of existing buildings. There's a clear trend of companies preferring to occupy spaces that are not only environmentally friendly but also align with their corporate social responsibility goals. The Changing Nature of Office Demand: The conversation delved into how the demand for office space is becoming more nuanced, with a blend of traditional leases and Space-as-a-Service offerings. This reflects a broader industry trend towards providing more flexible, user-centric solutions. Barriers to Adoption and Industry Challenges: Despite the clear benefits, there are still significant barriers to the widespread adoption of these trends, including the costs of repurposing spaces and the traditional nature of the real estate industry. There's a need for more education and a shift in mindset to overcome these challenges.   John Gravett: LinkedIn | Website John focuses on providing strategic advice to TMT portfolios and specialised advice in telecoms strategy, network roll-out and estate management. He is a highly skilled international real estate manager with extensive experience in the development and implementation of real estate solutions at both local and international level. He has a proven track record in the international property market with an applied knowledge of commercial practice and cultural awareness.   Don't forget to hit that  subscribe button so you get each episode as it comes out.   Sponsors: Headline Sponsor | Freshwave: Website | LinkedIn Freshwave is the connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider bringing MNOs, government, and real estate providers to work together in new ways. From stadiums and hospitals to skyscrapers and shopping centres, we provide mobile, 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity infrastructure all over the UK and Europe. Fortune Favours the Bold: Website | LinkedIn Bold is a coworking brand owned and operated by NewFlex. Future Proof Your Portfolio with NewFlex: Website | LinkedInNewFlex delivers and manages a range of branded solutions for every type of building, in every type of location, for every type of occupier. Including the flexibility to develop your own brand. All enabled by flexible management contracts where we are invested in making money for you. Brave Corporation: Website | LinkedIn The next generation real estate company driving value through strategic asset repositioning to de-risk assets and increase NOI.  Launch Your Own Podcast: Website | LinkedInShoRunner is the leading podcast production and strategic content company for brands, organisations, institutions, individuals, and entrepreneurs. Our team sets you up with the right strategy, equipment, training, guidance and content to ensure you sound amazing while speaking to your niche audience and networking with your perfect clients. Get in touch jason@shorunner.com   Get full access to Brave Ideas that evolve office real estate at www.braveideas.media/subscribe