Asset Champion Podcast | Physical Asset Management | Facility Management | Facilities Maintenance and Operations

Jack Dempsey is Managing Partner and Co-Founder of the Asset Management Partnership, a consulting practice specializing in helping others improve outcomes through better asset management. Mike Petrusky asks Jack to share his journey to help organizations improve their facility management capabilities so they can spend more time delivering their value add by providing solutions that systematically streamline and simplify the management of large, complex facility and built infrastructure portfolios. They explore the difference between “managing assets” and “asset management” and Jack offers his insights based on years of experience working with the federal government and serving on research boards using the ISO 55000 standards. Check out this fascinating discussion and hear practical advice on how you can be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Jack on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-dempsey-assetmanagementpartnership/ Explore the Asset Management Partnership website: https://assetmanagementpartnership.com/ Download the report “Managing Assets in the Context of Asset Management”: https://theiam.org/media/2202/managing-assets-in-the-context-of-asset-management.pdf Download the research paper “Strategies to Renew Federal Facilities”: https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/26806/strategies-to-renew-federal-facilities Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Sissi Liu is CEO & Co-Founder at Metalmark Innovations where she is passionate about improving indoor air quality, which is essential to our well-being, while making an impact on the global climate change crisis. Mike Petrusky asks Sissi about the opportunity facility management professionals have to leverage technology for reducing the amount of energy needed to supply people with clean air while at the same time reducing the waste created by air purification systems. They discuss the role of the built environment and how IAQ affects occupant health, well-being and productivity. Mike and Sissi explore ventilation standards, the challenge of wildfires damaging outdoor air, energy use and the role FM can play when linking health with employee productivity. They offer fun stories, technical insights and inspiration to help you be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Sissi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liusissi/ Explore the Metalmark Innovations website: https://www.metalmark.xyz/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Kristy Ehman is Founder & CEO of Hyon Software Inc. in Saskatchewan, Canada where she is passionate about “Building North America's Corporate Circular Economy”. Mike Petrusky asks Kristy about her journey and how Hyon hopes to become a global leader in the circular economy and to ease the inevitable burden of reporting sustainability on asset management. She shares Hyon's model which integrates into current processes and introduces new opportunities for circulation using technology to build the business case for embracing a “culture of circularity”. Mike and Kristy agree that the supportive community at IFMA is a great place to share knowledge and learning as facility management professionals seek to understand the opportunities created by the circular economy. Check out this fun and inspiring conversation for practical ways you can make a difference and be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Kristy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hyon/ Explore the Hyon Software website: https://hyon.ca/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Michael J. Zucchero, PE, CEng, CFM, MIET, LEED GA is passionate about providing effective, decisive leadership in the areas of facilities management, operations and maintenance, and many other services to the marketplace. Mike Petrusky asks Michael about his years of experience in the industry as they explore the current challenges facing FM providers as they seek to care for the built environment. Mike and Michael believe that technology tools will help enable leaders to bridge the gaps in talent availability today while also controlling their costs. They offer inspiration and encouragement to help you be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelzucchero/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Stephen Ballesty is Director at In-Touch Advisory where he is passionate about delivering sustainable outcomes for his clients while ensuring adherence to good governance, standards, compliance, and continuous process improvements. Recorded live in Sydney, Australia, Mike Petrusky asks Stephen about his experience in asset management and facility management including his many contributions to the IFMA community. They explore the challenges facing the built environment, the value of the ISO 41000 series of standards and the future role of the FM, while offering guidance for leaders seeking to have a positive impact on ESG priorities. Tune in to hear stories about IFMA, a plan to elevate the global FM community and some inspiration that will encourage you on your journey to be an Asset Champion! Connect with Stephen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-ballesty-9649064/ Explore the In-Touch Advisory website: https://in-touchadvisory.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Maureen Roskoski is Vice President at Facility Engineering Associates (FEA) and Patrick Dale is Management & Program Analyst at GSA/OGP Office of Federal High Performance Green Buildings. During the NFMT 2023 Conference in Baltimore, Mike Petrusky talked with Maureen and Patrick about the Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act (FBPTA) and the benefits of the program for asset management and facility management professionals. They explored the workforce challenges facing federal agencies and discussed how the FBPTA model helps fill gaps in today’s marketplace. Mike asks about the trends in facility and asset management competencies while Maureen and Patrick share the key benefits of the long-standing partnership between FEA and the GSA. Listen to find out how this workforce development program can enhance asset management and help you in your journey to be an Asset Champion! Connect with Maureen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureen-roskoski-92963b16/ Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-dale-505b807/ Learn more about the Sustainable Facilities Tool: https://sftool.gov/ Explore the GSA program website: https://www.gsa.gov/governmentwide-initiatives/federal-highperformance-green-buildings/resource-library/building-operations/fedsat Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Brittanie Campbell-Turner is CEO and Co-Founder of Builderchain and Manager of Workplace Innovation and Construction at American Family Insurance. She is a passionate Built Environment Blockchain & Lean Integrator who is fully committed to achieving the highest possible standards of service in the industry. Mike Petrusky asks Brittanie how Blockchain and other technologies are intersecting with the built environment, facility management and construction projects. They discuss their involvement with industry professional organizations like IFMA and the Lean Construction Institute where respect for people is a primary first tenant for success in the workplace. Mike and Brittanie have a long history together and share stories about podcasting, family and music as they offer inspiration that will encourage you on your journey to be an Asset Champion! Connect with Brittanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittaniect/ Explore the Constructrr website: https://www.constructrr.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Paul Doherty, AIA, CDT, CSI, IFMA Fellow, DFC Senior Fellow is President and CEO at The Digit Group, Inc. (TDG), a U.S. Smart City real estate development and investment company, where he is passionate about the design, planning, construction and operations of Smart Cities around the world. Mike Petrusky asks Paul about the origins of his AEC career and how he found himself involved with some of the significant moments at the intersection of technology with the built environment. They explore the opportunities we have to design, build and manufacture holistic Smart Cities while using technology solutions as the basis of our designs. Check out this fascinating conversation as Mike asks Paul to share stories and inspiration that will encourage you on your journey to be an Asset Champion! Connect with Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-doherty-aia/ Explore the TDG website: https://www.thedigitgroupinc.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Amanda Broomes is Account Manager at Shaw Contract where she is passionate about connecting with people to protect, preserve and beautify substrates in the built environment while being committed to building stronger & more inclusive communities. Mike Petrusky asks Amanda about her experiences working with facility management professionals to help organizations prepare workplaces using a holistic approach to materials, specifications and strategies that meet the needs of the people using these spaces. Mike and Amanda share some inspiration and music that will encourage you on your journey to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-elizabeth-broomes-431033127/ Explore the Shaw Contract website: https://www.shawcontract.com/en-us Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Susan Lubell, P.Eng, MBA, MMP, CAMA is Principal Consultant at Steppe Consulting, Lucas Marino, D.Eng., PMP is CEO of EAST Partnership and Paul Daoust is Founder & Managing Director of Scio Asset Management. To celebrate Episode 100 of The Asset Champion Podcast, Mike Petrusky assembled this panel of past guests for a live broadcast where they could explore “The Asset Management Trends That Got Us Here”. They offer inspiration and perspectives while reviewing lessons learned on the show and sharing insights into what’s ahead for facility and maintenance managers in 2023. Mike and his guests discuss the trends, trials, and tech that are set to shape the future of asset management. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then watch the full hour-plus video including audience Q&A! Connect with Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlubell/ Connect with Lucas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucas-marino-deng/ Connect with Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-daoust-12554b11/ Watch the full hour-long video with Mike, Susan, Paul and Lucas: https://lp.asset.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-episode-100-live-the-asset-management-trends-that-got-us-here Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/