

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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Apr 8, 2022 • 21min
Ep. 79: “Our Built Environment is Always Changing” - A Facility Management Journey with Giselle Holder of Acuitas Caribbean Limited
Giselle Holder is Director of Facilities Management at Acuitas Caribbean Limited, a multi-disciplinary consultancy firm committed to helping you realize your vision for your project. Based in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Giselle is passionate about FM and project management and is known as a Certified Facility Manager (CFM) and has been recognized as one of IFMA’s 40 Under 40 in 2020. Mike Petrusky asks Giselle about her career journey and they discuss her experience with Acuitas and the role of the IFMA community as she takes time to learn and grow. They explore the changes happening to the built environment and the importance of asset management strategies and technology while offering some inspiration to be an Asset Champion! Connect with Giselle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giselle-holder-82579559/ Learn more about Acuitas Caribbean: https://acuitascaribbean.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Discover 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

Mar 25, 2022 • 19min
Ep. 78: How to Achieve Operational Excellence and the Digital Transformation of Asset Management in 2022 with Cody Gray of iOFFICE + SpaceIQ
Cody Gray is Director of Product and Design for the iOFFICE + SpaceIQ Asset Division where he leads the teams developing the ManagerPlus and Hippo CMMS products to meet the needs of the asset management community. Mike Petrusky recently hosted a presentation with Cody at a FacilitiesNet virtual event called “How to Achieve Operational Excellence in Your Facilities”. The asset management landscape continues to evolve with the integration of safety, risk, and asset reliability top of mind for industry leaders. Mike and Cody shared updates on the state of the EAM and CMMS marketplace and the availability of new digital technology and strategies in the world of maintenance and facility management today. Check it out! Connect with Cody on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gray-cody/ 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

Mar 11, 2022 • 21min
Ep. 77: Easy Fixes for Finish Line Fails When Implementing Asset Management Software with John Rimer, CFM of FM360 Facility Management Consulting
John Rimer, CFM is President of FM360 Facility Management Consulting and Training where he is passionate about assessing, developing, and improving facility management programs through training, consulting, coaching, and online tools. In February 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Easy Fixes for Finish Line Fails” where John shared perspectives and experiences with common technology implementation mistakes and how to avoid them. John believes that convincing management of the need to invest in new facility management technology is just the first step when approaching a new system and associated processes. Mike and John explored this topic provided practical tips for ensuring success in your CMMS, IWMS, or CAFM journey. Check out these audio highlights and then download the full video with audience Q&A! Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnrimerfm360/ Learn more about FM360: https://fm360consulting.com/ Watch the full video recording with Q&A: https://managerplus.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-easy-fixes-for-finish-line-fails 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

Mar 4, 2022 • 21min
Ep. 76: ISO 55000 and the Future of Asset Management Leadership with Michael Bordenaro of the Asset Leadership Network
Michael Bordenaro is Executive Director at the Asset Leadership Network where he is passionate about their mission of encouraging all organizations to take a strategic and structured approach to asset management. Mike Petrusky asks Mike about his asset management philosophy and how his organization can help others learn the benefits of using ISO 55000 and advancing technology to guide asset visualization. They explore the history and current applications of BIM, Digital Twins and software tools and discuss how real-time data can be used to solve problems related to the world of complex issues we are facing together. Check out this episode to learn more about ISO 55000 structures and how to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Mike B. on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bordenaro-5990731/ Learn more about the Asset Leadership Network: https://www.assetleadership.net/ Connect with Mike P. 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

Feb 25, 2022 • 30min
Ep. 75: Bridging the Building Lifecycle Gap - How Technology is Connecting AEC & Operations with Joy Trinquet, Bob Bray & Nick Stefanidakis
Joy Trinquet is a Smart Buildings Industry Analyst at Verdantix, Bob Bray is Senior Director & General Manager at Autodesk Tandem and Nick Stefanidakis is General Manager at Archibus by iOFFICE + SpaceIQ. In February of 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Bridging the Building Lifecycle Gap - How Technology is Connecting AEC & Operations” where the panel discussed enabling greater integration between BIM workflows and asset management capabilities as the role of building owners and operators is changing. To meet these challenges and enable digital transformation in their building operations, leaders need access to comprehensive tools and data that give them full visibility and insights. The panel explored how BIM data adds value on top of workplace and asset solution and talked about how Autodesk and iOFFICE + SpaceIQ are making these capabilities a reality. Check out these audio highlights and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Joy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joytrinquet/ Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbray/ Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickstefanidakis/ Watch the full video recording with Q&A: https://www.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-bridging-building-lifecycle-gap 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

Feb 18, 2022 • 20min
Ep. 74: “Do What You Do Best” in Facilities, Maintenance and Asset Management with Sue Thompson, CFM of Exceptionality, LLC
Sue Thompson, CFM is a facility management practitioner, a public speaker and the Resident Expert at Exceptionality, LLC where she is passionate about helping people know what it means to project an image of confidence, professionalism, and behavior that shines like gold! Mike Petrusky asks Sue how she helps employees build their strengths that make them distinctive and makes them a confident contributor to their company. Mike and Sue catch up on the changes taking place in the world two years into a pandemic and agree that communities like the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) are essential for human connection. Check out this episode to be inspired by Sue and learn how to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Sue on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suethompson/ Learn more about IFMA: https://www.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

Feb 11, 2022 • 21min
Ep. 73: Maintenance Management, CMMS Technology and a Holistic Approach to Aligning Your Asset Strategy with Bryan Bieschke, CMRP of Bowery Farming
Bryan Bieschke, CMRP is a Maintenance & Reliability Leader at Bowery Farming where he challenges the status quo and creates vision through business alignment. Mike Petrusky asks Bryan about his career as a champion of human centric leadership that connects people to their value. They discuss what it means to take a holistic approach to asset management by linking all levels of the organization to realize maintenance and reliability success. Mike and Bryan agree that failure is part of the process and they offer inspiration for approaching the challenges of choosing a CMMS, building consensus across business units while providing some practical advice to help you be an Asset Champion! Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-bieschke-cmrp-221a05ba/ Learn more about Bowery Farming: https://boweryfarming.com/ 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

Feb 4, 2022 • 21min
Ep. 72: Sustainability Simplified - How Good is Your ESG? with Donald Racey of Engage Energy & Industrial Consulting
Donald Racey is Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Engage Energy & Industrial Consulting where he specializes in improving financial and operational performance through innovative Business Transformation, Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs. Mike Petrusky hosted a live discussion on “Sustainability Simplified: How Good is Your ESG?” where he asked Don how leaders can future proof their organization with sustainability practices. They explored the key terms and concepts you need to know and discussed the steps you can take to develop and implement a sustainability strategy. Check out these highlights from their recent live Asset Champion broadcast and then download the full video recording! Connect with Don on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-racey-4a06322/ Learn more about Engage Energy & Industrial Consulting: https://engageeic.com/ Watch the full video recording with Mike & Don: https://managerplus.iofficecorp.com/webinar-downloadsustainability-simplified-how-good-is-your-esg 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

Jan 21, 2022 • 18min
Ep. 71: O&M for Lodging Facilities and Asset Management in Hospitality with Javier Maldonado, MBA, CFM, RPA®,LEED Green Associate of Pursuit Collection
Javier Maldonado, MBA, CFM, RPA®, LEED Green Associate is Vice President of Construction & Project Development at Pursuit Collection where he manages projects that help the company to connect guests and staff to iconic places through unforgettable, inspiring experiences. Mike Petrusky asks Javier about his experiences in the world of facility management, real estate and construction while connecting it all to the importance of assets when delivering on customer expectations. Mike and Javier offer inspiration and practical advice for asset management leaders in all industries as we navigate the challenges of providing consistent service and caring for people while operating during the ongoing global pandemic. Connect with Javier on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javier-maldonado/ Learn more about Pursuit Collection: https://www.pursuitcollection.com/ 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

Jan 7, 2022 • 22min
Ep. 70: Why Good Data is Never Enough for Asset Management with Julian Schwarzenbach of Data and Process Advantage
Julian Schwarzenbach is a Consultant, Author, Trainer & Director at Data and Process Advantage where he is passionate about helping organizations improve their profitability, efficiency and quality through better exploitation of their data, particularly for asset intensive organizations. Mike Petrusky asks Julian about his role as a 'Data Evangelist' why he believes that "Data does not have to be difficult!" They discuss how to spot and avoid the most common "data fallacies", strike the right balance between data and software, and set up long-term data management systems. Check out these highlights from their recent live Asset Champion broadcast and then download the full video recording! Connect with Julian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianschwarzenbach/ Learn more about DPA: https://www.dpadvantage.co.uk/ Watch the full video recording with Mike & Julian: https://managerplus.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-why-good-data-is-never-enough 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