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

Ari Kepnes is Director of Market Research at Density, Inc., where he works to uncover the mysteries behind data and how you can harness it to have an impact on your workplace. In November 2018, Mike Petrusky joined Ari in San Francisco to broadcast a live webinar called "The Data-Driven Workplace". Mike and Ari talked about using data when pursuing a balanced approach to both cost savings and optimizing workplace experience. They agree that problems come when the pendulum swings too far one way or the other and that space utilization data can help to provide the right space at the right time when planning real estate and facility operations. For your condensed listening pleasure, here is an edit of the conversation that will help you to be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Ari on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akepnes/ Learn more about Density: https://www.density.io/ Read Ari's Article on Work Design Magazine: https://workdesign.com/2018/10/homing-from-work/ Download the Full 1-Hour Webinar Recording with Mike & Ari: https://www.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-recording-data-driven-workplace REGISTER for the Next iOFFICE Webinar - "What's in it for Me? Addressing the People Side of Change": https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-whats-in-it-for-me Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Tona Khau, FMP, SFP is a Facilities Specialist for Sno-Isle Libraries in Seattle, WA where she is building a career as an emerging leader in the facilities management industry. Mike Petrusky asks Tona about how she has made FM a career of choice through her experience, training and by earning multiple industry-related credentials. Tona serves on the IFMA Seattle Chapter Board and the UW Advisory Board and she discusses trends in the industry and how workplace professionals have an opportunity to influence the success of their organizations by building a culture of collaboration. Mike and Tona talk about their involvement with IFMA and passing on their passion for FM to the next generation of workplace leaders, so it's appropriate that this week's edition of "podcast karaoke" features a song about never giving up on your dreams! Connect with Tona on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tona-khau-35a74bb7/ Read more about Tona in this UW article: https://www.pce.uw.edu/news-features/articles/growth-industry REGISTER for the Next iOFFICE Webinar - "What's in it for Me? Addressing the People Side of Change": https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-whats-in-it-for-me Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Michel Theriault is a Strategic Advisor at FM Insight Consulting where he supports the facility management profession through consulting, writing, speaking and training. In October 2018, Mike Petrusky joined Michel in Charlotte, NC for IFMA's World Workplace to broadcast a live webinar called "Prove Your Value! How FM & CRE Leaders Sell Their Ideas To Create Amazing Workplaces". Mike and Michel talked about how facility managers can successfully make the business case for implementing workplace solutions with strategies for selling ideas to management. They discussed how events like World Workplace offer our FM community essential opportunities for valuable education and collaboration. For your condensed listening pleasure, here is an edit of the conversation that will help you to be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Michel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micheltheriault/ Learn more about FM Insight Consulting: http://www.fminsight.com/ Read Michel's Blog: http://thebuiltenvironment.ca/ Find more opportunities for eLearning : http://facilityleadership.com/ Download the Full 1-Hour Webinar Recording with Mike & Michel: https://www.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-recording-prove-your-value REGISTER for the Next iOFFICE Webinar - "What's in it for Me? Addressing the People Side of Change": https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-whats-in-it-for-me Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Brian Collins is Senior Manager of Change Management in the Real Estate and Facilities group at Microsoft Corporation in Redmond, WA. Mike Petrusky recently visited the campus to learn more about the plans to build a new, modern workplace that will be one the most connected, sustainable, and accessible places where people can do their best work. Mike asks Brian about his CRE career, which began in Dublin, Ireland, and they discuss the many ways that workplace professionals can influence decisions surrounding the human impact of buildings to improve the way people work and live. At Microsoft, hiring a diverse workforce is a priority and the "Supported Employment Program" has a mission to impact individuals with disabilities while filling roles that are essential to success when managing the campus. Brian shares about Microsoft's culture of inclusion and collaboration and how the real estate team's strategies can design spaces and leverage technology to deliver an evolutionary workplace that helps employees be effective. Mike ask Brian about his favorite band of all-time, U2, and that leads to another episode of "podcast karaoke" featuring a classic John Hughes movie song! Connect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-collins-a6b3423/ Explore the Microsoft Redmond Campus Extension: https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-announces-significant-extension-of-its-redmond-campus Video Link to Microsoft - Building a Modern Campus: https://youtu.be/WCUxNoPX-fY Learn about Microsoft's Supported Employment Program: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/procurement/diversity-sep.aspx REGISTER for the next "live" iOFFICE Webinar on "The Data-Driven Workplace": https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-data-driven-workplace Follow the "Workplace Innovator" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Terry Tran is Associate Director of Work Environment Integration and Sara Andersen is Director of Real Estate Management at Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. Mike Petrusky recently visited Genentech's corporate campus in South San Francisco to talk about workplace strategy and how Terry and Sara collaborate to create a "cohesive and connected workplace" across the campus and the community. Their unique approach is built around "Neighborhood Work Environments" and is designed with physical, technological and social spaces that enable business units to achieve specific outcomes. Terry and Sara believe that providing flexibility and choice while giving individuals control of their work / life integration are all essential as they seek to impact the employee experience and "liberate the workforce" at Genentech. Mike asks both Terry and Sara about their favorite kinds of music which, of course, leads to another fun episode of "podcast karaoke"! Connect with Terry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terryotran/ Connect with Sara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-andersen-0902b320/ Learn more about Genentech: https://www.gene.com/contact-us/visit-us/s-san-francisco REGISTER for the next "live" iOFFICE Webinar on "The Data-Driven Workplace": https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-data-driven-workplace Follow the "Workplace Innovator" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Jacob Morgan is a keynote speaker, a three time best-selling author, and a futurist with incredible insight on what organizations must do to win the war for talent in today's fast-moving workplace. Mike Petrusky talks with Jacob about his book, "The Employee Experience Advantage", which focuses on why culture, technology, and physical spaces are key factors in the future of work. Recorded live (and outside) near San Francisco, Jacob and Mike discuss how organizations can "ACE" technology and provide a "CELEBRATED" culture for their employees. With a shared interest in podcasting, Mike and Jacob explore the importance of being a perpetual learner, self-awareness, and bringing your passion with you as you seek to have an impact on the ever-changing workplace of the future. Follow Jacob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobmorgan8/ Watch Jacob's TEDx Academy talk: https://youtu.be/7ANNusBBWsg Discover all of Jacob's content related to the Future of Work: https://thefutureorganization.com/ Listen to Jacob on the "FM Innovator Podcast": http://kayrellconnections.com/episode47 Watch Mike on the DisruptCRE "Building Tech" panel in San Francisco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhPiEgQllbI Follow the "Workplace Innovator" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Larry Allen Morgan, CFM, SFP, FMP is Director of Facilities Management at SAP in San Ramon, CA where he partners with senior leadership teams to implement workplace programming globally that provides effective and efficient spaces while promoting a common brand and unified corporate culture. Mike Petrusky asks Larry about what it takes to be a workplace leader in today's world now that FM is seen as a more strategic profession. The key to success, according to Larry, is to create value by applying resources better and "doing the right things instead of doing things right". Mike and Larry discuss investing in our human capital and the importance of being a lifelong learner through networking and credentials if we hope to be seen as "top talent". With a more holistic view of the workplace, Larry believes that FM leaders should engage in horizontal thinking across the organization so they are seen as partners with other departments. Mike and Larry both have an interest in music and playing drums, but only one of them can claim to play the instrument in real life, while the other demonstrates his "drum karaoke" skills! Connect with Larry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryallenmorgan/ Watch Mike on the DisruptCRE "Building Tech" panel in San Francisco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhPiEgQllbI REGISTER for the Next LIVE iOFFICE Webinar on "Making Your Employees Fall in Love with Your Workplace": https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-make-your-employees-fall-in-love Follow the "Workplace Innovator" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Kate Vitasek is an author, educator and architect of the Vested business model for highly collaborative relationships. In September 2018, Mike Petrusky joined Kate in Seattle, WA to broadcast a live webinar called "Strategic Workplace Partnerships, FM Innovation & the Vested Way". Kate is a faculty member at the University of Tennessee where her research and work has led to the publication of six books and has been featured on numerous media outlets such as CNN, Bloomberg, NPR and Fox Business News. Mike and Kate talk about delivering value and innovation in facility management and real estate through "win-win" strategic partnerships. For your condensed listening pleasure, here is an edit of the conversation that will help you to be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katevitasek/ Learn more about the Vested business model: http://www.vestedway.com/ Download the Full 1-Hour Webinar Recording with Mike & Kate: https://www.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-recording-strategic-workplace-partnerships Listen to Kate on the "FM Innovator" Podcast: http://kayrellconnections.com/episode63 REGISTER for the Next LIVE Webinar on "Making Your Employees Fall in Love with Your Workplace": https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-make-your-employees-fall-in-love Follow the "Workplace Innovator" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Steve Todd is Head of Workplace Strategy at Nasdaq in New York City where he leads a team focused on providing productive workspaces that elevate the employee experience. Mike Petrusky asks Steve about approaching workplace experience strategy by first understanding what people at each location need and then developing a plan to help create productive environments for specific business outcomes. As Nasdaq works towards a consolidation of their five current NY locations into one HQ at Times Square, Steve must look to the vision of leadership to understand how to build in flexibility around space and technologies that will provide the services needed in the future. Mike and Steve agree about the importance of finding collaboration opportunities through a trusted network of colleagues and like-minded professionals to meet the needs of the workplace. To that end, Steve founded the "Open Sourced Workplace" to deliver curated content that offers data points and information that is tailored to the specific needs of workplace leaders in today's marketplace. Mike brings up movies and music (of course) and Steve shares a story about meeting U2 in Ireland! Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevetoddexec/ Learn more about "Open Sourced Workplace": http://www.opensourcedworkplace.com/ REGISTER for the Next iOFFICE Webinar – Make Your Employees Fall in Love with Your Workplace: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-make-your-employees-fall-in-love Follow the "Workplace Innovator" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/

Katy Redmond is National Director, JLL Technology Solutions where she helps align people, processes and technology with her client's overarching business strategies using innovative workplace management solutions. Mike Petrusky visits the JLL office in Washington, D.C. and asks Katy about the latest workplace technologies and trends impacting the future of work. Katy shares her journey as a woman in the world of real estate and technology and describes her passion for helping other workplace leaders recognize the opportunities available while navigating these career paths. Mike and Katy discuss the need to always be teachable and the power of continuing education and networking at industry communities like IFMA and CoreNet Global. They talk about data management strategies and the practical application of AI, IoT, and other workplace technologies when seeking to deliver data-driven decisions in our organizations. Mike and Katy share a love of music and they celebrate the latest, energetic song by a well-known artist from the 80's! Connect with Katy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-redmond-045a302/ Watch JLL's video about the workplace of the future - "How will you work in 2030?": https://youtu.be/jHNetehfW9w Watch Chaka Khan's "Like Sugar" video: https://youtu.be/RecY5iZn6B0 REGISTER for the Next iOFFICE Webinar – Live from #WWPChar18 with Michel Theriault: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-prove-your-value Follow the "Workplace Innovator" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZFw7OskRWuErzpeGngJB4?si=vUop9rrMRBe81B5tq6XNPA Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com Learn more about iOFFICE's workplace experience solutions: https://www.iOFFICECORP.com/