

Asset Champion Podcast | Physical Asset Management | Facility Management | Facilities Maintenance and Operations
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The "Asset Champion Podcast" offers candid conversations with some of the industry's most successful asset management leaders. In each 20-minute episode, host Mike Petrusky talks with guests about emerging trends in asset management for fleet, construction, manufacturing, and facilities. You'll discover best practices that will help you streamline your preventive maintenance, work orders, inventory, inspections, and more. You'll also get to know each guest on a more personal level and hear their unique perspectives on today's major shift toward data-enabled operations. Subscribe now to stay informed and get inspired to be an "asset champion"!
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Oct 23, 2020 • 19min
Ep. 24: Facilities Maintenance, Asset Management and FM Inspiration with Darin Rose of the City of Englewood, Colorado
Darin Rose CFM, SFP, GGP, CRFP is Facilities Supervisor at the City of Englewood, Colorado where he uses his experience as a Facilities and Asset Management leader to oversee complex, multi-site facilities. Mike Petrusky asks Darin about his career in facility management and the role that IFMA has played in his education and career advancement while helping others at the same time. They explore industry trends and technologies as Darin describes some of the challenges he has faced during these fast-changing times. By connecting the dots with past guests, referencing 80's new wave music, and offering inspirational stories, Mike and Darin deliver practical advice for Asset Champions everywhere! Connect with Darin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darinrose1/ Learn more about IFMA: https://www.ifma.org/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Oct 16, 2020 • 21min
Ep. 23: Transit Asset Management, Asset-Intensive Industry Consolidation and Technology Enablement with Chip Knowlton of DXC Technology
Frank "Chip" Knowlton is Partner Consulting Sales, Travel, Transportation & Hospitality at DXC Technology where he is passionate about providing cost-effective, innovative solutions and go-to-market strategies within asset-intensive Private and Public Sector industries and rapidly changing business environments. Mike Petrusky asks Chip about his career journey and experiences from the United States Merchant Marine Academy to the world of asset management. They explore the trends and challenges of our industry and the need to address total asset visibility by defining requirements and focusing on the business outcomes your organization is trying to achieve. What does "The Brady Bunch" have to do with asset management? Chip shares a unique analogy that brings Mike back to his childhood and it will put a smile on your face! Connect with Chip on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chipknowlton/ Learn more about DXC Technology: https://www.dxc.technology/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Oct 9, 2020 • 21min
Ep. 22: Change Management Strategies & "Why Execution Fails and What to Do About It" with John Fortin of JACOBS
John Fortin is Global Lead for Asset Management at JACOBS where he enjoys leading an internal Global Asset Management Community of Practice as well as supporting execution of a diverse portfolio of client strategic initiatives leveraging the principles from the DELTA FORCE model. Mike Petrusky asks John about his experiences as an asset management and reliability practitioner with years of facilities 'lifecycle' experience including design, construction and O&M. John describes how he has developed and implemented effective organizational change management programs required to implement a sustainable asset management culture and discusses the initiatives which are described in his book "Why Execution Fails and What to Do About It". Mike and John talk about the challenges of 2020 and discover they both enjoy listening to U2 music from the 1980's which leads them to sing about getting a fresh start on "New Year's Day"! Get John's book: https://reliabilityweb.com/bookstore/book/why-execution-fails-2nd-edition Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-fortin-author-cmrp-crl-371258123/ Get the free poster at John's website: https://www.johnwfortin.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Oct 2, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 21: Enterprise Asset Management and Maintenance Strategies for Research Facilities with Kylash Ramesh of The National Institutes of Health
Kylash Ramesh is a Management Analyst in the Office of Research Facilities (ORF) and Division of Facilities Operations & Maintenance (DFOM) at The National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. He is a Program Manager for ORF Asset Management which includes the internal policy, contractual language, and procedure applicable to all NIH construction/renovation projects, facilitating the turnover of data between the contractor and owner (NIH) and is responsible for the inventory of all facility assets on the Bethesda campus. Mike Petrusky asks Kylash about his facility management journey and they discuss how asset management strategies are essential to the success of our federal government's critical infrastructure while offering inspiration for Asset Champions! Connect with Kylash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylash-ramesh-b81001a0/ Learn more about NIH Office of Research Facilities: https://www.orf.od.nih.gov/Pages/default.aspx Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Sep 25, 2020 • 19min
Ep. 20: Total Productive Maintenance and Visual Management Techniques with Mary Jo Cherney of Equipment Excellence, LLC
Mary Jo Cherney is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and reliability professional with experience in centralized maintenance, total productive maintenance and global maintenance reliability at international manufacturing companies like Nissan North America and GE Appliances among others. Mike Petrusky asks Mary Jo about her book (co-authored by Robert Dapere) called "The Visual Management Handbook" and she shares interesting stories, insightful leadership lessons, and practical advice for asset management practitioners. Mike and Mary Jo explore some of the trends, challenges and technologies that are having an impact on your organization and find inspiration in a classic Bob Seger song! Get Mary Jo's book: https://reliabilityweb.com/bookstore/book/the-visual-management-handbook Connect with Mary Jo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-jo-cherney-9ba8ba134/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Sep 18, 2020 • 14min
Ep. 19: Inspiration for Asset Champions, Announcements and Catching Up with Suzane Greeman of Greeman Asset Management Solutions, Inc.
Suzane Greeman ASQ-CMQOE, CAMA, CAMP, CMRP, MBA of Greeman Asset Management Solutions, Inc. returns to the podcast for an update six months after recording her original interview that launched this show (see Episodes 2&3). Mike Petrusky asks Suzane about the webinars and workshops she has been doing during the COVID-19 pandemic while also updating listeners about giving away copies of her book, "Risk-Based Asset Criticality Assessment Handbook". With some encouragement from Mike, Suzane agrees to debut her original lyrics to a song about asset management and she also shares an inspirational story that will motivate you to be an Asset Champion! Get Suzane's book: https://reliabilityweb.com/bookstore/book/risk-based-asset-criticality-assessment-handbook Connect with Suzane on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzane-greeman-asset-mgmt-exec/ Learn more about Greeman Asset Solutions: https://greemanassetmanagement.com/ Register for the SDT Training Workshop: https://sdt.training/workshop/ See Suzane's Inspirational LinkedIn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/suzane-greeman-asset-mgmt-exec_what-are-your-3-truths-this-is-my-favorite-activity-6711296436350406656-cj4T Listen to Episode 2 & 3 with Suzane: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/podcast/asset-information-management-systems-and-digitalization-strategies Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Sep 11, 2020 • 21min
Ep. 18: The Evolution of Asset Management Technologies & Maintenance Strategies with Tom McCormick of the iOFFICE Asset Division
Tom McCormick is General Manager of the Asset Division for iOFFICE where he directs teams under the ManagerPlus and Hippo CMMS brands to provide industry-leading Real Estate Facilities, Business Operations, and Enterprise Asset Management solutions to help organizations of all sizes deliver modern, frictionless experiences to their clients and building occupants. Mike Petrusky ask Tom about the latest trends in the asset management marketplace and they explore the intersection of data and technology tools in today's fast-changing world. You'll hear Mike learn about the difference between CMMS, EAM, and APM tools as he continues on his journey to fully understand the value of asset management software and strategies. Tom and Mike also discover a common interest in 1980's rock music which leads to an inspirational Van Halen version of podcast karaoke! Connect with Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommccormick/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Sep 4, 2020 • 18min
Ep. 17: Root Cause Analysis Made Simple & Asset Management Strategies with Susan Lubell, P.Eng, MBA, MMP, CAMA of Steppe Consulting & PEMAC
Susan Lubell, P.Eng, MBA, MMP, CAMA is Principal Consultant at Steppe Consulting and President of PEMAC, the Asset Management Association of Canada while she specializes in reliability strategy, cost effective lean maintenance and operational excellence. Mike Petrusky asks Susan about her book called, "Root Cause Analysis Made Simple: Driving Bottom-Line Improvements by Preventing One Failure at a Time" and they explore ways to set up asset management professionals for success during these fast-changing times. Connect with Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlubell/ Get Susan's book: https://reliabilityweb.com/bookstore/book/root-cause-analysis-made-simple Learn more about PEMAC Asset Management Association of Canada: https://www.pemac.org/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Aug 28, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 16: Health Care Asset Management and Preventive Maintenance Strategies with Scott Mason, CHOP, FRSPH(UK), HCC of Facility Health, Inc.
Scott Mason, CHOP, FRSPH(UK), HCC is Director of Business Development at Facility Health, Inc. where he helps organizations with CapX & OPX Planning, Enterprise Asset Management, Risk Management, and Life Safety challenges. Mike Petrusky asks Scott about his vast experience in the facilities maintenance and asset management disciplines and they discuss some of the specific challenges related to regulated industries like healthcare and food and beverage services. Mike and Scott explore ways of making the business case for preventative maintenance using risk rankings and engineering scores along with other asset management strategies. Before taking a deep dive into this subject, Mike and Scott share some inspiration and have fun with a podcast karaoke tribute to The Eagles! Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-mason-chop-frsph-uk-hcc-a4547b21/ Learn more about Facility Health, Inc.: http://www.facilityhealthinc.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Aug 21, 2020 • 18min
Ep. 15: Physical Asset Auditing and the Importance of Accurate Data in Facilities Maintenance with Leanne Cluley of Reduxo
Leanne Cluley is Founder & CEO at Reduxo, a company based in Melbourne, Australia that provides physical asset audit services and facility condition assessments. Mike Petrusky asks Leanne about her experiences providing physical asset audit inspections for all types of assets and how the data collected provides the basis for lifecycle costing models, preventative and predictive maintenance, and reliability. Leanne shares about things she has learned by working with clients and facilities maintenance service providers creating and verifying asset registers to ensure they are accurate and provide a single version of truth. Her decades of experience in the world of asset management is both interesting and inspirational as Mike explores common business philosophies and tastes in music he shares with Leanne. Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannecluley/ Learn more about Reduxo: https://www.reduxo.com.au/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOFFICE Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com


