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

Lindsey Brackett, CHC, CHFM, SASHE is Chief Empowerment Officer at Legacy FM where she is passionate about creating training programs for facility management teams and Joshua Brackett PE, SASHE, CHFM is System Regulatory Director, Facilities Services at Banner Health. Mike Petrusky chats with Lindsey and Josh in San Antonio, TX during the 2023 American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) Annual Conference, the largest event devoted to professionals who design, build, maintain, and operate health care facilities. Lindsey shares stories about her work as Associate Member Representative on the ASHE Advisory Board empowering healthcare professionals through community engagement, education, and outreach. Josh shares his experiences and specialized expertise in life safety compliance and energy management. It’s a fun and informative discussion that will inspire you to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Lindsey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-brackett/ Connect with Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-brackett/ Explore the Legacy FM website: https://legacy-fm.com/ ASHE Members Vote for Lindsey: https://ballot.associationelections.com/ashe_election_portal.html 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/  

André Jones, MBA, CFM, FMP is Corporate Real Estate Portfolio & Facilities Manager at Capital One and Kevin Goode, FMP is Director of Facilities at the DC Bar and both are based in the Washington, DC region. Mike Petrusky visited the Capital One HQ campus in McLean, VA to host a live webinar broadcast called, “A.I. and the Future of Facility Management” that explored which artificial intelligence trends are making the biggest waves in the workplace. Joined by two bonus guests from the FM team at the DC Bar, Susan Perry and Dana Hickox, the panel discussed A.I.’s growing impact on facility management including its influence on energy efficiency, predictive maintenance, safety, and workflow processes. They talked about the challenges facing organizations while operating and maintaining their assets and discovered some of the technology tools having the largest impact on the future of FM and asset management. Check out these highlights and then download the full broadcast video for the inspiration you need to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with André on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andr%C3%A9-l-jones-cfm-fmp-/ Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-goode-fmp-4b463a12/ Watch the full hour-long broadcast video: https://lp.eptura.com/webinar-ai-and-the-future-of-facility-management.html Seven years ago - the original “FM Innovator” video chat: https://youtu.be/IlhcaTBKUuo 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/  

Mahnaz Ensafi, PhD is a Technology Consultant at Procon Consulting where she has a passion for process and product improvement especially as it relates to the built environment. Mike Petrusky asks Mahnaz about her FM journey and her interest in the application of data analytics in the world of facility management. They reminisce about their first meeting at IFMA’s World Workplace and celebrate their common alma mater, Virginia Tech, while exploring the opportunities for improving efficiencies in FM. Mahnaz talks about her doctoral research around operations, maintenance and the automation of work orders as she applies the power of machine learning to the challenge of prioritizing these processes. Mike and Mahnaz agree that the advancement of technology has provided the opportunity to transition from traditional practices supporting the quality of services and the variety of tasks performed by facility management professionals. Listen to learn how these tools can help you be an Asset Champion in your organization!  Connect with Mahnaz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahnaz-ensafi/ Explore the Procon Consulting website: https://www.proconconsulting.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/  

Chris Hodges is Principal, Maureen Roskoski is Vice President, and Tim Carey is Senior Facility Management Consultant at Facility Engineering Associates (FEA) where they are passionate about helping organizations improve the way they manage their facilities. In June 2023, Mike Petrusky hosted a panel discussion titled “Inside the Facility Life Cycle” where they explored how strategic facilities planning requires focused coordination between those who plan and build, those who operate, and those who plan for capital renewal of existing facilities. Mike asked how total cost of ownership (TCO) provides a framework that values all stakeholders' perspectives and asked these experts about taking a life cycle approach to facilities, plus how to manage common challenges while building a framework for the future of facility planning, operations, and renewal. Listen to these highlights from the live broadcast and then download the full video for more inspiration to be an Asset Champion in your organization!  Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-hodges-2399b97/  Connect with Maureen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureen-roskoski-92963b16/  Connect with Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-carey-ed-d-51701b31/  Watch the video of the full broadcast: https://lp.eptura.com/webinar-Inside-the-facility-life-cycle.html?utm_campaign=2023Q2-GLBL-Webinar-Inside-the-facility-lifecycle Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

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/