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Jan 20, 2023 • 20min

Ep. 99: Experts Discuss – Must Know BIM to FM Considerations with Andy Burg of Messer Construction & Nick Stefanidakis of Eptura™

Andy Burg is Vice President of Construction Technology and Innovation at Messer Construction and Nick Stefanidakis is Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances & Channel at Eptura™. In December 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Experts Discuss: Must-Know BIM to FM Considerations” where Nick and Andy explored the process for understanding the value of a digital handoff from building design and construction to operations. Mike asks these experts to share the six important steps necessary to leverage building information to improve facility management. They emphasized understanding the value of data, helping customers understand what they have and what they need, and the importance of being specific with what you want because data costs money. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then listen to the previous conversations in our “BIM to FM” series! Connect with Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-burg-2991706/ Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickstefanidakis/ Listen to past podcasts in this BIM to FM series: https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/podcast/leveraging-bim-to-unlock-facility-asset-data and https://assetchampion.iofficecorp.com/podcast/bridging-the-building-lifecycle-gap-how-technology-is-connecting-aec-and-operations 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/  
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Jan 6, 2023 • 22min

Ep. 98: 2023 Asset Management Industry “Mega-Trends” and Predictions with Susan Clarke of Autodesk

Susan Clarke is Senior Manager of Building Operations Strategy at Autodesk where she is focused on supporting her team’s expansion into operations including the recently formed strategic alliance between Autodesk and Eptura. Recorded live in London, Mike Petrusky asks Susan about the “mega-trends” and technologies impacting the built environment as they explore opportunities for asset management leaders and make predictions for the industry in 2023. Susan sees the rise of IoT tools and data-driven insights, an increased volume of renovations in existing facilities and prioritization of energy management to achieve corporate ESG goals. Mike and Susan offer inspiration, music and stories about life in London as they encourage you on your journey to be an Asset Champion in the New Year! Connect with Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-clarke-79b3a225/ Explore the Autodesk website: https://www.autodesk.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/  
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Dec 16, 2022 • 18min

Ep. 97: Priorities for Managing Facilities, People and Asset Lifecycles in 2023 with Judy Leyshon, CFM of AECOM

Judy Leyshon, CFM is Director of Facilities Management for the Americas at AECOM where she is passionate about improving operational performance, maintenance priorities and team development. AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. Mike Petrusky asks Judy about strategies for prioritizing asset management, building lifecycles and utilization. They explore the challenges and technologies impacting the built environment and share stories about their career development and community connections at IFMA. Mike and Judy offer inspiration, music and a few laughs to encourage you on your journey to be an Asset Champion in the New Year! Connect with Judy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judy-leyshon-cfm-08423115/ Explore the AECOM website: https://aecom.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/  
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Dec 2, 2022 • 22min

Ep. 96: RCM: Tailor-Made Facility Management Maintenance with Michel Theriault, IFMA Fellow of FM Insight Consulting

Michel Theriault, IFMA Fellow is a Facility Management Consultant, Speaker, Trainer and Principal Consultant at FM Insight Consulting. In November 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “RCM: Tailor-Made Facility Management Maintenance” where Michel explained how reliability-centered maintenance strategies can be applied to FM and the built environment. Mike asked Michel about how facility managers can logically prioritize maintenance work, carefully balance predictive and preventive maintenance, and find spots where your best bet is doing nothing at all. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full video with audience Q&A for inspiration to be an asset champion in your organization! Connect with Michel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micheltheriault/ Learn more about FM Insight Consulting: http://www.fminsight.com/ Watch the full video with Mike and Michel: https://lp.asset.iofficecorp.com/webinar-rcm-tailor-made-fm-maintenance 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/  
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Nov 18, 2022 • 23min

Ep. 95: Leading the Charge - How EV Charging Drives Workplace Experience and Sustainability with Deana Haynes of ChargePoint

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 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/  
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Nov 4, 2022 • 19min

Ep. 94: Facilities Maintenance, Parking and Asset Management with Corey MacKnight in the City of Winchester, Virginia

Corey MacKnight is Facilities Maintenance & Parking Division Manager for the City of Winchester, Virginia where he is passionate about how the facility management profession provides him an opportunity to work on many projects, tackle some tough issues and get his hands dirty on a daily basis. Mike Petrusky asks Corey about his career journey in FM and the challenges he faces in his dual role as the Director of the Winchester Parking Authority and Facilities Director for this historic city. They explore the current trends in the world of asset management today and Corey shares about the value and importance of building relationships, communication and the ability to improvise, overcome and adapt to situations. Mike and Corey have connections and shared experiences through IFMA, music, and raising their families which leads to some fun and inspiring stories that will help you be an asset champion in your organization! Connect with Corey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-macknight-9bb94492/ Visit Winchester, VA: https://visitwinchesterva.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/  
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Oct 21, 2022 • 23min

Ep. 93: Bring Your Human to Work - When People Thrive, Business Thrives with Author Erica Keswin

Erica Keswin is an Author, Speaker, Podcast Host and Workplace Strategist who is a trusted guide for companies around the world looking for ways to connect their teams, increase engagement, and create a human workplace. In September 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Bring Your Human to Work: When People Thrive, Business Thrives” where Erica shared how to lead your team with purpose in a post-pandemic era when navigating work-life balance is more important than ever. Mike and Erica explored the best ways to lead remote and hybrid teams and discussed how successful leaders align employee needs with organizational objectives. They agree that it is essential to prioritize employees’ wellbeing and discover how rituals play an essential role in bring people together. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Erica on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericakeswin/ Watch the full video of Mike and Erica: https://lp.iofficecorp.com/bring-your-human-to-work Find Erica’s LinkedIn Learning course on Human Leadership: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ericakeswin_calling-all-leaders-check-out-my-brand-activity-6953391823444705280-PhSe Discover more resources from Erica: https://ericakeswin.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/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com  
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Oct 4, 2022 • 26min

Ep. 92: Introducing Eptura™ - The Epicenter of the Future at Work with CEO Brandon Holden

Brandon Holden is CEO of Eptura™, the global worktech company that brings together nine software products to provide solutions for people, workplaces and assets to enable everyone to reach their full potential. Mike Petrusky visits Brandon near Eptura’s™ Salt Lake City, UT office to discover the story and vision of the company formed by the merger of iOffice + SpaceIQ with Condeco. With 16.3 million users across 115 countries, Eptura™ is trusted by over 16,000 of the world’s leading companies to realize a better future at work. Mike asks Brandon about the market opportunity, brand strategy and leadership philosophy that drives the team at Eptura™ to help customers meet the expectations of their people today and for the future. They explore the role of the workplace, the evolution of spaces and the power of data in the world of facilities and asset management to optimize collaboration, innovation and productivity. Mike and Brandon offer insights and inspiration for workplace leaders and share how Eptura™ will be the essential tech tool for everyone at work. Read the full press release here: https://eptura.com/news/condeco-ioffice-spaceiq-form-eptura/ 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/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com  
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Sep 23, 2022 • 22min

Ep. 91: Forget Your FM “Family” - Building Better Teams for Healthcare Operations with Lindsey Brackett, CHC, CHFM, SASHE of Legacy FM

Lindsey Brackett, CHC, CHFM, SASHE is Chief Empowerment Officer at Legacy FM where she is passionate about providing strategic leadership for operations teams by establishing long-range goals, strategies, plans, and policies. In August 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted Lindsey for a live webinar called “Forget Your FM “Family”: Building Better Teams for Healthcare Operations” where they explored the challenges and opportunities in the world of facilities management today. Mike asked Lindsey to share her experiences supporting maintenance teams in healthcare and they offered practical advice for leaders in all industries, including understanding current trends, setting up tailored training and supporting operations with modern technology. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full video with audience Q&A! Connect with Lindsey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-brackett/ Learn more about Legacy FM: https://legacy-fm.com/ Watch the full video with Mike and Lindsey: https://lp.asset.iofficecorp.com/webinar-managerplus-forget-your-fm-family-building-better-teams-for-healthcare-operations Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOffice + SpaceIQ Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com  
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Sep 9, 2022 • 24min

Ep. 90: Facilities Management Leadership from a Global Perspective with Christa Dodoo, CFM, CIWFM, FMP, CMQ-OE of the United Nations World Food Programme

Christa Dodoo, CFM, CIWFM, FMP, CMQ-OE is Head of Facilities Management Services at the United Nations World Food Programme where she has extensive experience in operations maintenance, real estate, vendor contract management and budgeting (OPEX and CAPEX). Mike Petrusky asks Christa about her journey throughout the world of FM and her passion for advancing the profession while encouraging leaders to take advantage of the unique opportunities available to them today. They discuss the evolution of the workplace, change management and the power of technology in the future of work with a focus on human experiences. Mike and Christa offer practical advice and inspiration for facility management leaders across the globe while encouraging you to be an asset champion in your organization. Connect with Christa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christa-dodoo-cfm/ Learn more about the UNWFP: https://www.wfp.org/ Attend IFMA’s World Workplace: https://worldworkplace.ifma.org/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about the iOffice + SpaceIQ Asset Division and explore more interviews at: https://www.assetchampion.com/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com  

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