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The Workplace Innovator Podcast, hosted by speaker, entrepreneur and answer-man Mike Petrusky, offers real-world insights from top facility management & workplace leaders on how to use tech, talent and tenacity to create the best workplaces on earth. Powered by Eptura™, The Workplace Innovator helps corporate real estate, facility management, IT, and HR leaders design incredible "friction-free" workplace experiences that fuel employee productivity, tech innovation and optimal space utilization, today, and tomorrow. Tune in now!
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Nov 10, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 134: Facility Management Training for the Future Workplace and Built Environment with Lindsey Brackett & Josh Brackett of Legacy FM
Lindsey Brackett is Co-Founder and President of Legacy FM, LLC and Joshua Brackett PE, SASHE, CHFM is Special Projects Manager for Baptist Health and also Co-Founder & Facilities Engineer for Legacy FM, LLC where they both leverage their experience in the healthcare engineering and construction industry to develop and implement training programs for facility management teams. Lindsey and Josh joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent "Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream" to inspire present and future FM leaders to grow in their skills while adapting to the changing world of the built environment. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Lindsey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-brackett/ Connect with Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-brackett/ Learn more about Legacy FM, LLC: https://legacy-fm.com/ Watch Lindsey & Josh's videos on the ASHE YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/asheaha Watch the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream25 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams 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

Nov 3, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 133: Workplace Challenges and Opportunities for 2021 & Beyond with Nikki Greenberg - Founder of Real Estate of the Future
Nikki Greenberg is the Founder of Real Estate of the Future and Women in PropTech where she is a futurist and thought-leader for the real estate industry. Mike Petrusky asks Nikki about her experiences in New York City and they discuss both the challenges and opportunities in the world of real estate and the workplace as we continue to navigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. With a holistic view of real estate and the creative perspective of an innovator, Nikki shares insights and practical advice for workplace leaders as we seek to guide the people in our organizations. Mike and Nikki offer some inspiration and a few laughs when they discuss music (and Opera!), but you will mostly find the industry knowledge you need to help set your team's direction for 2021 and beyond. Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-greenberg-17308a27/ Learn more about Real Estate of the Future: https://www.realestateofthefuture.co/ Find out about Women in PropTech: https://www.womeninproptech.co/ 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

Oct 27, 2020 • 22min
Ep. 132: Working with HR to Meet the Needs of Your Workforce Now and in the Future with Kimberly Prescott of Prescott HR
Kimberly Prescott is Founder and President of Prescott HR and the host of the "HR and Cocktails Podcast" where she is dedicated to developing and implementing real-time customized HR solutions designed for long-term success. In September 2020, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar broadcast called "Working with HR to Meet the Needs of Your Workforce Now and in the Future" as Kimberly discussed returning to the workplace and using a "Strategic HR" approach to overcome challenges. She offered practical advice on workplace culture and shared a vision for how FM and CRE leaders can partner with HR to deliver a holistic experience for employees during these fast-changing times! Connect with Kimberly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyprescottshrmscp/ Watch the full webinar video with Kimberly and Mike: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-working-with-hr-to-meet-the-needs-of-your-workforce-now-and-in-the-future Learn more about the "HR and Cocktails Podcast": https://anchor.fm/hrandcocktails Register for future "Workplace Innovator Interactive" livestreams: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream 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

Oct 20, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 131: "The Insider's Guide to Culture Change" and Preparing for the Next Normal with Culture Transformer & Author Siobhán McHale
Siobhán McHale is the Executive General Manager of People, Culture & Change at DuluxGroup and is known as an "insider" who has been the executive in charge of change for a series of international firms. Her work was used as a case study by Professor John Kotter at Harvard Business School, to teach MBA students about how to manage change. Mike Petrusky asks Siobhán about her book "The Insider's Guide to Culture Change" which has been described, by culture pioneer Carolyn Taylor, as "the most ground-breaking thinking on how to change workplace culture that I've seen in many years". Mike and Siobhán find an instant connection through their mutual admiration for the music of "the greatest band of all time" which leads to an inspirational U2 version of "podcast karaoke"! Connect with Siobhán on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mchalesiobhan/ Get a copy of Siobhán's book: https://www.amazon.com/Insiders-Guide-Culture-Change-Workplace/dp/1400214653#:~:text=The%20Insider's%20Guide%20to%20Culture,9781400214655%3A%20Amazon.com%3A%20Books 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

Oct 13, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 130: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace with Jessica Bantom of Steele Strategies
Jessica Bantom leads the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEI&B) consulting services for the Steele Strategies Workplace Experience Division, applying extensive background in change management, design thinking, and coaching to help clients realize organizational outcomes and achieve business objectives. Mike Petrusky asks Jessica how she helps organizations engage in inclusive workplace practices, improve cultural confidence, and build more diverse teams that create a greater sense of belonging. Jessica serves as the Steele Strategies DE&I Officer providing key leadership and strategic direction in the development and integration of diversity and inclusion practices in all aspects of the company's business and she offers ideas on how you can "Start Where You Are" when discussing race in the workplace. Mike also announces a new initiative from IFMA's Workplace Evolutionaries, called WE:Belong, which is being launched to address DEI&B in the workplace. Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicabantom/ Learn more about Steele Strategies: https://steelestrat.com/ Read Jessica's blog to "Start Where You Are": https://www.jessicabantom.com/startwhereyouare WE: Belong from Workplace Evolutionaries: https://we.ifma.org/we-belong/ 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

Oct 6, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 129: Reimagining "Work Architecture" by Aligning Human Potential with Productivity & Business Outcomes with Erica Volini of Deloitte
Erica Volini is Deloitte's Global Human Capital Leader based in Scottsdale, Arizona where she works with executives at some of the world's leading and most respected organizations helping them define their Human Capital strategy and develop the plan to execute against it. Mike Petrusky asks Erica how organizations can best tap into the power of their workforce and the role that FM, CRE and HR need to play together during these fast-changing times. They discuss leadership, workplace culture, innovation and technology tools helping us adapt to a post-COVID, hybrid model of work that consists of both in person and virtual elements. Erica provides an optimistic assessment of our human potential and the opportunity that organizations have to capitalize on it by aligning productivity and business value with all that makes us distinctly human. Mike and Erica also share a love of 80's music which leads to a trip down memory lane where they discuss concerts and a Madonna version of podcast karaoke! Connect with Erica on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-volini-7a96842/ Learn more about Deloitte: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en.html Download Deloitte's "2020 Global Human Capital Trends" Report: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/focus/human-capital-trends.html 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

Sep 29, 2020 • 21min
Ep. 128: Insights & Findings from the Next Work Environment Competition with Bob Fox of FOX Architects and Work Design Magazine
Bob Fox is Chairman & Principal at FOX Architects and Publisher at Work Design Magazine where he designs commercial office spaces and works with tenants and landlords on the design of high-quality corporate interiors. As the publisher of Work Design Magazine, he frequently write articles on important industry topics and participates in design & real estate related panel discussions. Bob joined Mike Petrusky on a recent "Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream" to discuss the insights and findings from the Next Work Environment Competition. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-d-fox-aia-iida-leed-ap-89a3586/ Learn more about Work Design Magazine: https://www.workdesign.com/ See the winners of the "Next Work Design Competition": https://www.workdesign.com/2020/09/2020-next-work-environment-competition-winners/ Watch the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream24 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams 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

Sep 22, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 127: Unmute Yourself! The Power of Finding Your Voice in a Digital World with Rachel Druckenmiller – Founder & CEO of UNMUTED
Rachel Druckenmiller is Founder & CEO of UNMUTED where she creates virtual experiences for leaders and remote teams that are energizing, engaging, and interactive. Rachel joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent "Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream" to discuss how you can "unmute yourself", support your team, share ideas, and be your authentic self while living "the pandemic life". This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Rachel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelbdruckenmiller/ Learn more about UNMUTED: https://unmutedlife.com/ Watch the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream22 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams 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

Sep 15, 2020 • 21min
Ep. 126: The Phases of Reimagining and Relearning the Workplace in a Pandemic with Simone Fenton-Jarvis, BSc, MBA, FIWFM of Ricoh UK
Simone Fenton-Jarvis, BSc, MBA, FIWFM is Workplace Consultancy Director for Ricoh UK where she is passionate about all things Workplace and works with organizations to enable people to achieve their potential through Technology, Spaces, Processes and Culture. In August 2020, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar broadcast called "The Phases of Reimagining and Relearning the Workplace in a Pandemic" as Simone discussed returning to offices, the changes we have already experienced and what the future workplace might look like for all of us. She shared both a vision and practical steps to help us reimagine the workplace so we can make the most of this opportunity to rethink the value of workspaces during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Connect with Simone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-fenton-jarvis-bsc-mba-fiwfm-026a4251/ Watch the full webinar video with Simone and Mike: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-the-phases-of-reimagining-and-relearning-the-workplace-in-a-pandemic Register for future "Workplace Innovator Interactive" livestreams: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream 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

Sep 8, 2020 • 20min
Ep. 125: The Process of Design Thinking to Ideate During a Pandemic with Susan Pelczynski of Zynsights Consulting & Nicole Thomas of Steelcase
Susan Pelczynski is Founder and Principal at Zynsights Consulting where she focuses on workplace strategies and design sprints to uncover insights about user experience through "A Day in the Life" or "Deep Dive" or Design Accelerator sessions. Nicole Thomas is a Senior Real Estate Consultant at Steelcase where she helps brokers and project managers connect their clients with workplace research and the right furniture solution while also connecting client's LinkedIn profiles to their brand. Susan and Nicole joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent "Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream" to discuss the process of design thinking to ideate during the COVID pandemic. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-pelczynski-331b87b/ Connect with Nicole on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleethomas/ Watch the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream21 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams 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


