Operate Intelligently Podcast

REPOST: Brian and Paul take a trip to the North Pole to talk about ways Santa and his team of elves can improve their operations with new technology. Happy holidays, everyone!SHOW NOTES: Modernizing Operations in the North Pole infographic  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hear what David Marcus, Campus Business Manager for de Toledo High School, has to say about a proactive approach to crisis management during this Dude University interview. He also shares what he’s looking forward to next in operations management.  SHOW NOTES: Register for Dude University 2020!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In Episode 11, you'll hear from Mayor Steve Adler about why Austin is unique, why it's grown so much and other insights on what it's like to serve as mayor.Here's a note from Steve:Hi, I’m Steve Adler, and I am proud to be Austin’s 52nd Mayor and the first to serve under our new 10-ONE council system. Being selected mayor is the greatest honor I’ve ever received.Austin is magical place with a special spirit and soul. We value diversity, creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, our natural environment, and a laid back attitude. In Austin, everyone is good enough and no one is too good. Here you’ll find friendly neighbors.It is my goal to move our city forward in a way that is inclusive, innovative and intentionally improvisational. Social innovation, social entrepreneurship, equity and access are becoming an ever greater part of our lives as we seek to manage the incredible growth that follows from being such a wonderful place to live.Austin’s future is bright and we need everyone to be act

We’ve got another quick interview from Dude University 2019. This one is with John Dufay, Executive Director of Operations for Albuquerque Public Schools, to talk about how he uses data for decision-making and budgeting to improve their operations. SHOW NOTES: Register for Dude University 2020!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joshua Peach does a mic takeover for the podcast, interviewing Dude Solutions CEO Ed Roshitsh about what it’s like being a CEO, why he moved his office and what keeps him up at night. SHOW NOTES: Dude... Who Are You & What You Do series  History of The Dude podcast A Solid Handshake by Ed Roshitsh Be Au Sm podcast Ep. 34  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Check out this interview with Bobbi Antonucci, Systems Analyst of Horry County Schools, to see how they’re using technology, specifically drones, to help with natural disaster clean-up and more. She breaks down how to get affordable drones, how to use them and then process data from them. SHOW NOTES: DJI drones FAA website See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mary Beth Ormiston joins us again to talk about the current landscape of the workforce that has five generations working together for the first time in history. She talks about the differences and similarities of each group and calls out common values that can help us all work together better. SHOW NOTES: Navigating the Changing Workforce GuideWhat’s in a Number? Blog by Mary Beth  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 10 features the City Manager from the City of Crescent, Oklahoma, Ryan Wallace. This episode takes us on a journey from Ryan's professional career in the private sector prior to relocating to Oklahoma to be closer to family. From there, Ryan got involved in Crescent's Fire Department about 10 years ago and from there has helped in various roles, including his current one as the City Manager.We get into topics around managing the Oklahoma weather, embracing technology, working with council, ideas on brining in new businesses, and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, we finish our special series with a chance to look into the future of operations, of data and of Dude Solutions. Hear what longtime Dude clients and employees are most excited about with that future. SHOW NOTES: Special Series Episode 100 & 101The Future with Exponential Technologies (Ep. 90) Getting Innovative with Dude Labs (Ep. 86) Event Manager™ Energy Manager™ Asset Essentials™   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’re back with the second episode in our special 3-part series on Year of The Dude (our 20th birthday), and this one is all about what makes The Dude unique from our clients to employees to our work and data. Hear thoughts (and even a song) from long-time Dude Solutions employees and clients.SHOW NOTES: Ep. 100 on the History of The Dude Inside Dude University (Ep. 96) Gary’s Dude Family song  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s Episode 100! Celebrate with us by enjoying this special three-part series as a part of the Year of The Dude (our 20th birthday year). This first episode will tell you everything you need to know about the history of Dude Solutions. You’ll learn about where our name came from, how the company got started and even a few funny and heartwarming stories, all from long-time Dude employees. SHOW NOTES: The Year of The Dude blog post Inside Dude University (Ep. 96)  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brian is joined by Frank Cottle, Chairman and Founder of Alliance Virtual Offices, to look into the future of what workspaces will be like and how that affects facilities and operations teams. SHOW NOTES:  Alliance Virtual Offices All Work resources  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Brian and Cynthia Berry, Director of Enterprise Safety and Security, Center of Excellence, for Adtalem Global Education, to get the highlights and key takeaways from her Dude University session on authentic leadership for women (and men). SHOW NOTES: EDGE program Register for Dude University 2020  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Brian's interesting conversation with Mayor Karen Sheek of the City of Cortez, CO.Karen Sheek is a retired educator, former business owner, volunteer, mother of two and has been the mayor of Cortez since 2016, a role she sought after serving on the City Council. She moved to the area with her husband, John, in 1975 after he was hired as a park ranger at Mesa Verde National Park. “We liked the area and it was close to my family that lived in Phoenix, so we stayed,” she said. “Cortez became our home.” She taught thousands of students at Cortez Middle School over 30 years, and was co-owner of the catering company Seas’nings, LLC, and the Seas’nings at 319 venue for private parties and full-service afternoon teas. To relax, Sheek enjoys reading and gardening. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’ve got our first Dude University speaker interview to share with you and it’s all about building and sustaining a data-driven culture with tips from Frederick County Public School’s CMMS Data Quality Specialist Travis Tracey. SHOW NOTES: Frederick County Schools Case Study  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on the Gov Gab series, Brian speaks with Mayor Jim Lane of the City of Scottsdale, AZ about making changes, leadership and more.Mayor W. J. “Jim” Lane served for four years on the Scottsdale City Council beginning in June 2004, and began his first term as Mayor in January 2009. He was re-elected to the Mayor’s Office in 2012 and began his third term in January 2017.Mayor Lane served on the 2002 Scottsdale Fire & EMS Advisory Committee, which was convened to evaluate and make recommendations to the city regarding the desired level of fire and emergency medical services relative to cost.His community service also includes six years on the Scottsdale Paradise Valley YMCA Board of Management. He chaired the 1999 Kids Campaign annual fundraising effort and is currently an emeritus board member.Mayor Lane currently represents the city as a member of the Flinn Foundation Arizona Bioscience Roadmap Steering Committee. He is the current President of the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association, a member

What was Dude University 2019 like? Whether you were there or not, we give you a sneak peek (or listen) into the highlights of our recent user conference. SHOW NOTES:Dude University website Facility Innovators program  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have a great chat with Mayor Tom Henry from the City of Fort Wayne, Indiana who talks about his journey into local government, his 20-year run on the Fort Wayne Council and his current 3rd term as Mayor of the City. Mayor Henry shares some tremendous stories about the city and its growth, as well as him learning from other mayors across the state and the many challenges they face as a fast-growing city.Mayor Tom Henry's Biography (https://www.cityoffortwayne.org/meet-the-mayor.html)Tom Henry is serving in his third term as Mayor of Fort Wayne. Leading Indiana’s second largest city, Mayor Henry is making government the best it can be for residents and businesses by demonstrating a commitment to engagement, innovation, and performance.Mayor Henry has a strong record of successes in neighborhood infrastructure improvements, downtown development, job creation, business expansions, advances in public safety, and enhancements to the City’s world-class park system. Before being elected Mayor, he served from

We’re back with a repost of last year’s World FM Day podcast to celebrate this momentous day and week! SHOW NOTES: A Few of Our Maintenance & Operations HeroesFMs: Hear From Your Peers on World FM Day!Our Thanks to You on World FM Day See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brian talks with Kate Fitzpatrick, Town Manager of Needham, MA, about how she got her start in local government, what they're doing to encourage women to join in and how she organizes her day. Kate has over 20 years over experience in varying roles at the Town and shares many stories of her journey growing with Needham.You can check out the Town of Needham website here - http://www.needhamma.gov/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.