Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience | Facility Management | CRE | Digital Workplace Technology

Cristina Herrera, Prosci, and Simone Fenton-Jarvis, BSc, MBA, FIWFM are change management experts with a passion for creating people-centric workplaces and offering inspiration during these challenging times. This week's podcast episode features highlights from the "Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream" which was broadcast on April 8, 2020 in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mike Petrusky and Madison Dujka co-host a discussion about supporting our colleagues by creating workplaces where the psychology of safety is a priority and the needs of individuals are accounted for when planning a return to physical office spaces. "Fear is stronger than data" so workplace leaders must combine a data-driven strategy with an understanding of the human emotions that will influence decision-making and comfort levels as we consider re-opening the built environment. Connect with Cristina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/misscristinaherrera Connect with Simone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-fenton-jarvis-bsc-mba-fiwfm-026a4251/ Watch the full livestream video with Cristina and Simone: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/452352683915157251 Register for future "Workplace Innovator Interactive" livestreams: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream Watch Mike on OSW Daily, a YouTube livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9X1busb2H6aJbfQocWZRdw 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

Jodi Parrott is Facilities Planning Manager at FBL Financial Group, Inc. in Des Moines, Iowa where she uses her background in design to manage spaces and elevate the workplace. Mike Petrusky asks Jodi about the importance of change management and collaboration across departments and they discuss why having a positive mindset is essential in our changing world. Jodi and Mike agree that FM leaders must get out of their comfort zones, reach out to others, and communicate effectively as we head into the future workplace together. During challenging times, this episode was inspired with musical magic and may be the single most "podcast karaoke" filled ever for this show...so enjoy! Connect with Jodi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-parrott-a211bba/ Learn more about FBL Financial Group: http://www.fblfinancial.com/ Register for "Workplace Innovator Interactive" – our weekly livestream: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream Watch Mike on OSW Daily, a YouTube livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9X1busb2H6aJbfQocWZRdw 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

During the global coronavirus crisis, Mike Petrusky and Madison Dujka are hosting a weekly, interactive livestream version of the Workplace Innovator Podcast. Each Wednesday, at Noon ET, Mike and Madi chat with workplace leaders about their experiences and lessons they are learning, while also taking questions from the live audience about how we can continue to encourage and inspire each other during these challenging times. This week's podcast episode features highlights from the first few livestream broadcasts with guests Elizabeth Redmond, Steve Todd, Lorri Rowlandson, David Wagner, Vik Bangia, Rex Miller & Kerry Wekelo. Join us each week to share your personal stories and ask the experts your questions about the current state of our world and the future of the workplace! Watch the 3/18/20 livestream with Elizabeth Redmond of CoWorkr & Steve Todd of NASDAQ: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/1574017271503100673 Watch the 3/25/20 livestream with Lorri Rowlandson of BGIS, David Wagner of Nelson & Vik Bangia of Verum Consulting: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/589394713379870472 Watch the 4/1/20 livestream on wellbeing and culture with Authors Rex Miller & Kerry Wekelo: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/2181667870461308936 Register for future "Workplace Innovator Interactive" livestreams: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream Watch Mike on OSW Daily, a YouTube livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9X1busb2H6aJbfQocWZRdw Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

Dawn Mueller, CFM is the Facilities Manager at World Resources Institute and a long-time leader in the IFMA community where she has a passion for the professional development of its members. Mike Petrusky asks Dawn to share her FM story and they reminisce about connecting at World Workplace and how they have found value in networking at local IFMA chapters and events. They also share an understanding of the unique opportunities that facility management leaders have to help their organizations elevate the employee experience with technology tools while emphasizing the needs of human beings in the workplace. Dawn and Mike explore their common interest in 80's music and offer inspirational quotes and experiences that will bring a smile to your face. Connect with Dawn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-mueller-cfm-6987363/ Learn more about World Resources Institute: https://www.wri.org/ Register for "Workplace Innovator Interactive" – our weekly livestream: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream Watch Mike on OSW Daily, a YouTube livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9X1busb2H6aJbfQocWZRdw 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

Kerry Wekelo is Chief Operating Officer at Actualize Consulting where she is focused on enhancing team experiences by creating a work environment that supports thriving employees and a sought-after workplace. Mike Petrusky asks Kerry about her book "Culture Infusion: 9 Principles to Create and Maintain a Thriving Organizational Culture" and they agree that employee experience begins with recruitment and continues throughout people's entire workplace journey. By providing intentional leadership, with a focus on wellbeing, we can help to provide a work-life integration that allows for successful individuals. Kerry shares stories about finding positive resolutions to employee challenges and Mike agrees that our common human experiences require patience and understanding. You'll be inspired to create a culture where people are empowered to bring their best selves to your organization. Connect with Kerry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryelam/ Learn more about Actualize Consulting: https://www.actualizeconsulting.com/ Follow Kerry on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kerrywekelo Watch Kerry on YouTube: https://bit.ly/KWekeloYouTube Register for "Workplace Innovator Interactive" – our weekly livestream: 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

Geoff Snavely hosts a special edition of the show as we celebrate this major milestone for "The Workplace Innovator Podcast" – Episode #100! The tables are turned for Mike Petrusky when Geoff takes over asking the questions with the help of past guests of the podcast, including Thomas L. Mitchell, Jr., CFM, CFMJ, IFMA Fellow, Kay Sargent, David Wagner, Andrea Sanchez, Rex Miller, Robert D. Fox, AIA, IIDA, LEED AP, and Arnold Levin. Mike and Geoff swap stories about lessons learned from the industry leaders who have visited the show, while providing inspiration for facing our fears and chatting about music (and music videos) that will bring a smile to your face during these challenging times! (45 minutes) Connect with Geoff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffsnavelymillicare/ Register for "Workplace Innovator Interactive" – our weekly livestream: 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

Katy Redmond is Senior Director of Integrated Portfolio Services at JLL and Dusty Duistermars is Senior Vice President of Digital Advisory at JLL. In February 2020, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar broadcast called "Workplace Data Improves Employee Experience & CRE Performance" featuring an interactive conversation about what has changed in the marketplace since both guests had last appeared on the "Workplace Innovator Podcast". During this webinar, Katy and Dusty discussed how they help clients maximize their workspace and drive employee engagement and productivity while reducing costs with utilization technology alongside JLL's industry-leading workplace strategy and expertise. Plus, Dusty took "podcast karaoke" to the next level with a live musical performance unlike anything you've ever heard before on this show! Connect with Katy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-redmond-045a302/ Connect with Dusty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustycre/ Download the FULL webinar recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-data-with-jll Learn more about JLL's Workplace Solutions: https://www.us.jll.com/en/transform-with-technology/build/utilization-intelligence 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

Louise Watts is Co-Director of HPC Global & Transition Hub where she is passionate about empowering people to embrace the future of work. Mike Petrusky asks Louise about how her background and experience in the performing arts informs her work as a high performance coach while encouraging us to be lifelong learners. In an era where human skills such as communication, connection and creativity are crucial, Louise shares how she helps to bring people together to spark ideas and prepare for new ways of working. They discuss how performers who've successfully applied personal development insights and confidence building techniques to the corporate world can help guide people from all professions, generations and diverse groups through personal transformation. With a shared interest in music, Mike and Louise also inspire us with a Spandau Ballet version of podcast karaoke! Connect with Louise on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisewattshpcglobal/ Learn more about Transition Hub: https://transitionhub.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

Sarah McEneaney is a Partner and Digital Talent Leader at PwC where she is part of the leadership team tasked with upskilling PwC's 50,000+ employees. Mike Petrusky asks Sarah how organizations can prepare for their own digital transformations and create a culture where digital disruption is seen as an opportunity and not the threat for workplace leaders. Mike and Sarah discuss how workplace leaders can influence the culture of their organizations and explore why studying the lessons of improv might help us innovate as we deal with digital disruption in our fast-changing world today. This discussion will provide you with some inspiration and practical leadership lessons for moving your team forward into the future of work. Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmceneaney/ Learn more about PwC's investment in Digital Transformation: https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/issues/upskilling.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

Natalie Kapoulas is Director of Work Better Programs at OPX, a consultancy using design to create opportunities, generate better ideas and solve business challenges. Mike Petrusky asks Natalie about the unique OPX process called "Integrated Operating Environment" (IOE), a set of innovative assessment tools designed to investigate how the correct integration of people, tools and place result in workspaces that help organizations work better. With a focus on strategic thinking and a passion to impact change and influence outcomes, Natalie applies her background in organizational development and behavioral psychology to each client engagement. Mike and Natalie agree that managing people's expectations and different generational perspectives can be challenging for workplace leaders, so they explore the human side of employee engagement and experience. Natalie shares about "Work Better Day", an experience-driven event bringing together curious minds, visionary thinkers, innovators and change-makers across all industries to explore what it means to work better in today's world while Mike gets inspired to deliver the first-ever "Frank Sinatra version" of podcast karaoke! Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-kapoulas-38886117/ Learn more about OPX: https://www.opxglobal.com/ Details about "Work Better Day": https://www.workbetterday.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