Synopsis
The Workplace Innovator Podcast, hosted by speaker, entrepreneur and answer-man Mike Petrusky, offers real-world insights from top workplace leaders on how to use tech, talent and tenacity to create the best workplaces on earth. Powered by iOFFICE, the #1 employee experience IWMS platform, 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!
Episodes
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Ep. 128: Insights & Findings from the Next Work Environment Competition with Bob Fox of FOX Architects and Work Design Magazine
29/09/2020 Duration: 20minBob 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 recordin
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Ep. 127: Unmute Yourself! The Power of Finding Your Voice in a Digital World with Rachel Druckenmiller – Founder & CEO of UNMUTED
22/09/2020 Duration: 20minRachel 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:
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Ep. 126: The Phases of Reimagining and Relearning the Workplace in a Pandemic with Simone Fenton-Jarvis, BSc, MBA, FIWFM of Ricoh UK
15/09/2020 Duration: 20minSimone 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
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Ep. 125: The Process of Design Thinking to Ideate During a Pandemic with Susan Pelczynski of Zynsights Consulting & Nicole Thomas of Steelcase
08/09/2020 Duration: 19minSusan 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 recordin
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Ep. 124: Facility Management & CRE Strategy for Return to Office and the Future Workplace with Corrina Knight, MBA, CFM, FMP & Dougal Jeppe
01/09/2020 Duration: 20minCorrina Knight, MBA, CFM, FMP is Director of Global Facilities Operations at Red Hat where she provides strategic direction to the CRE team ensuring effective and efficient operations across Red Hat's global real estate portfolio. Dougal Jeppe is Executive Vice President and a Commercial Real Estate Advisor at Colliers International where he works to ensure a company’s real estate matches its business goals. Corrina and Dougal joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discussed return to office strategies that put people first while they also explored how real estate and workplace trends are changing. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Corrina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corrina-knight/ Connect with Dougal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougaljeppe/ Listen to Dougal’s “Office Space Podcast”: https://podcasts.appl
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Ep. 123: Workplace 2021 – Get Ahead of “The New Normal” by Communicating Data and Truth with Vik Bangia of Verum Consulting, LLC
25/08/2020 Duration: 20minVik Bangia is a Strategy, Operations, and Corporate Real Estate Outsourcing Specialist and the CEO of Verum Consulting, LLC based in Minneapolis, MN. Vik joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss the emotional challenges of returning to offices, the future of the workplace in 2021 and how leaders should keep the wellbeing of the workforce top of mind while planning for it all. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Vik on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vik-bangia-0b54522/ Read the full LinkedIn article on “Workplace 2021”: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/workplace-2021-get-ahead-new-normal-vik-bangia-vik-bangia/?trackingId=jjcQyHA85unFA53NKGgF%2BQ%3D%3D Learn more about Verum Consulting: https://verumconsulting.com/ View the full recording of this and all past livestream broadcasts here: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?
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Ep. 122: Change Management and Communication in Uncertain Times with Annemarie Fleming of IFMA NYC & Andrea Sanchez of IFMA Foundation
18/08/2020 Duration: 21minAnnemarie Fleming is GWI Chair & Webinar Moderator for IFMA NYC and Andrea Sanchez is Marketing/Communications Chair and Trustee at the IFMA Foundation. Annemarie and Andrea joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss change management strategies and practical communication tips to help lead your organizations through these uncertain times. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Annemarie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annemarie-fleming/ Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/acsanchez/ Watch the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream19 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connec
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Ep. 121: Maintaining Workplace Health through a Pandemic by Leveraging the WELL Building Standard™ with Angela Spangler, MS, WELL Faculty, AEP
11/08/2020 Duration: 20minAngela Spangler, MS, WELL Faculty, AEP is Education and Healthcare sector lead at the International Well Building Institute. She is also a WELL Faculty and Associate Ergonomics Professional. In July 2020, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar broadcast called “Maintaining Workplace Health Through Office Design and Pandemic Preparation” where Angela discussed the WELL Building Standard™, the leading tool for advancing public health and well-being in buildings globally. Mike asked Angela about how WELL building design, operations, and policies can help workplace leaders prevent the spread of infectious disease, prepare for impact, increase resiliency, and support recovery from global health challenges like the one we’re experiencing now. Connect with Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelaspangler/ Learn more about the WELL Health Safety Rating: https://www.wellcertified.com/health-safety Discover COVID-19 Strategies from WELL: https://resources.wellcertified.com/tools/strategies-from-the-well-bui
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Ep. 120: Long-Term Views on Workplace Strategy and Employee Experience with Lena Thompson, FMP, SFP of APA & Susan Clarke of Verdantix
04/08/2020 Duration: 20minLena Thompson, FMP, SFP is Director of Building Operations & Administrative Services at the American Psychological Association and Susan Clarke is Research Director - Smart Buildings at Verdantix. Lena and Susan joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss future offices, remote working, smart building technologies, and leading our organizations during a pandemic. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Lena on LinkedIn: https:/www.linkedin.com/in/lena-thompson-5b05a86/ Connect with Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-clarke-79b3a225/ Watch the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream16 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://ww
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Ep. 119: Remote Worker Engagement, Experience and Growth Strategies with Heather Davis of KGO & Darren Kanthal of The Kanthal Group
28/07/2020 Duration: 20minHeather Davis, PHR, SHRM-CP, CDE is Director of KGO's Change Management + Employee Experience practice and Darren Kanthal, CPCC, PHR, DiSC is a Certified Executive Coach and Leadership Coach at The Kanthal Group. Heather and Darren joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss adapting employee engagement and experience strategies to remote workplaces. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Heather on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatheredavis/ Connect with Darren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenkanthal/ Watch the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream17 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Co
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Ep. 118: The Future of the Office, Creative Workplace Strategies and Rethinking our Workspaces with Lorri Rowlandson of BGIS
21/07/2020 Duration: 21minLorri Rowlandson is Senior Vice President of Strategy and Innovation for BGIS, a leading global provider of real estate management and facility management services, where she focuses on delivering "practical innovation" to the workplace. Lorri joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss the future of the workplace and how leaders can create an environment that encourages creativity and celebration. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Lorri on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorri-rowlandson-a4a48b17/ Sign up to be notified about Lorri’s new book: https://www.leadinginnovationatwork.com/new-book-community Learn more about Lorri and her podcast: https://www.lorrirowlandson.com/ View the full recording of this and all past livestream broadcasts here: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resources?type=livestreams Discover free resources
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Ep. 117: Returning to the Office versus Remote Working (Pros & Cons) with Steve Todd of Nasdaq & Open Sourced Workplace
14/07/2020 Duration: 21minSteve Todd is AVP, Global Head of Workplace at Nasdaq and Founder of Open Sourced Workplace where Mike Petrusky chats with him every morning on “OSW Daily”, a YouTube and Facebook livestream. Mike and Steve share recent articles related to return to office planning and protocols, wellness, facing our fears, and the future of remote working. They explore both the benefits and downside of shifting views on remote work and debate about the fact that while increased flexibility is a positive, many organizations may strictly measure the value of an employee based on productivity and output. Steve and Mike agree that recognizing some of the things that employees are missing during this pandemic period is an essential first step for empathetic workplace leaders who want to create new ways of connecting with and supporting their workforce. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevetoddexec/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Watch the full video with Steve
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Ep. 116: Prioritizing Workplace Wellbeing and Mental Health during a Pandemic with Leigh Stringer of EYP & Kristen Sharp of Epic Fitness
07/07/2020 Duration: 19minLeigh Stringer, LEED AP, is an author, researcher, workplace strategy expert and Managing Principal of EYP in Washington, DC and Kristen Sharp is a Corporate Wellness Coach and the Co-Owner of Epic Fitness near Phoenix, AZ. Leigh and Kristen joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss workplace wellbeing during the pandemic. This highlight episode offers valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcast happening every Wednesday at Noon ET. Connect with Leigh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighstringer/ Connect with Kristen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-sharp%F0%9F%A7%98%F0%9F%8F%BB%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F%F0%9F%8F%8B%F0%9F%8F%BB%E2%80%8D%E2%99%80%EF%B8%8F-corporate-wellness-coach-2aa0697a/ Listen to the full livestream recording: https://www.iofficecorp.com/webinar-download-workplace-innovator-interactive-livestream13 View all past livestream recordings: https://www.iofficecorp.com/resourc
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Ep. 115: Support Your Remote Employee Experience & Future Workplace with Tim Oldman of Leesman & Jo Sutherland of Magenta
30/06/2020 Duration: 20minTim Oldman is Founder & CEO at Leesman where he directs research to measure employee experience and Jo Sutherland, MA, MCIPR, MPRCA is Managing Director at Magenta Associates where she helps workplace leaders communicate better with their employees, customers and prospects. Tim and Jo joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss working from home experiences, leveraging survey data and workplace communication strategies to help guide your workforce during the pandemic. This highlight episode demonstrates the valuable insights delivered during our weekly live broadcasts every Wednesday at Noon ET! Connect with Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timoldman/ Connect with Jo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josuthers/ Listen to the full livestream recording: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/1055553559470585602 Find out the latest information about the Leesman WFH research: https://www.leesmanindex.com/ Learn m
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SPECIAL: An Inspirational FM Story with Darrell Rounds, FMA, C.E.M. of General Motors (Preview of the "Asset Champion Podcast")
29/06/2020 Duration: 20minDarrell Rounds, FMA, C.E.M. is Operations Group Manager at General Motors in Detroit, MI where he is a leader of all things Facilities Management for GM’s World HQ at Renaissance Center and 30 regional sites across the U.S. Mike Petrusky asks Darrell about his career journey in facilities operations and asset management which leads to a broad-reaching discussion around “starting with why”, strategic decision-making and recognition of the fact that people are the greatest assets in our organizations. Darrell offers recommendations for music and books and shares inspirational quotes to help FM and asset leaders navigate the unprecedented times in which we now live while delivering practical advice that is relevant for both today and into the future. Enjoy this special preview of the new "Asset Champion Podcast"! Connect with Darrell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrell-rounds-fma-c-e-m-b1a14312/ Read Darrell’s most recent article on FMD: https://www.facilitiesnet.com/maintenanceoperations/article/S
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Ep. 114: FM & CRE Technology Tools, Wireless Charging & Return to Workplace Strategies with Dan Bladen & Peter Ankerstjerne
23/06/2020 Duration: 19minDan Bladen is Co-Founder & CEO at Chargifi and Peter Ankerstjerne is Global Facility Management & Employee Services Lead at JLL and First Vice Chair of the IFMA Global Board of Directors. Dan and Peter joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss facility management technologies, advancement in wireless charging, touch-free office experiences and workplace strategies to help leaders keep their workforce safe when returning to the office during the COVID-19 pandemic. This highlight episode offers a look into some of the fun and inspirational conversations taking place during our weekly live broadcasts every Wednesday at Noon ET! Connect with Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danbladen/ Connect with Peter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-ankerstjerne-1aa9121/ Listen to the full livestream recording: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/839259832278560771 Register for future “Workplace Innovator Inter
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Ep. 113: Workplace Safety, Facility Disinfection and Design Strategies When Reopening Offices with Wayne Whitzell & Gordon Wright
16/06/2020 Duration: 20minWayne Whitzell, LEED AP, CEST, AIPE, BEP, GBO is Executive Vice President at DFS Green and Gordon Wright is the director of HOK’s global WorkPlace practice and a member of HOK's global Board of Directors. Wayne and Gordon joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss some practical ideas around workplace safety and how facility management and real estate professionals might better understand how to approach things while they work to help navigate their organizations through these very complex and challenging times. Connect with Wayne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-whitzell-leed-ap-cest-aipe-bep-gbo-147870b/ Connect with Gordon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonwright1/ Watch the full livestream video: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/3172895196480877057 Register for future “Workplace Innovator Interactive” livestreams: https://www.iofficecorp.com/live-webinar-2020-weekly-livestream Discover free re
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Ep. 112: Why Trust is Essential When Planning our Return to the Office with Kelly Johnson & Geoff Snavely
09/06/2020 Duration: 20minKelly Johnson is Director of Facility Services at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and Geoff Snavely is Vice President and General Manager at Millicare Floor & Textile Care and they both are leaders at the Capital Chapter of IFMA in Washington, DC. Kelly and Geoff joined Mike Petrusky and his co-host Madison Dujka on a recent “Workplace Innovator Interactive Livestream” to discuss return to the office planning and how trust plays an essential role in helping individuals in our organizations navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This podcast episode captures a little bit of the fun, conversational tone of our livestream broadcasts while also providing amazing insights and practical advice for workplace leaders as they plan to support their workforce during these difficult times. Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-johnson-8786378/ Connect with Geoff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffsnavelymillicare/ Watch the full livestream video: h
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Ep. 111: Managing Stress & Humanizing the Workplace Machine in Unprecedented Times with Author Rex Miller
02/06/2020 Duration: 21minRex Miller is a consultant, speaker, and the author of several books including “Whole - What Teachers Need to Help Students Thrive” and “The Healthy Workplace Nudge: How Healthy People, Culture, and Buildings Lead to High Performance”. In April 2020, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar broadcast called “Managing Stress & Humanizing the Workplace Machine in Unprecedented Times” where Rex discussed our human behavior and how stress often drives us to make poor decisions at critical times. Rex has gained many insights from research on wellbeing in the workplace, extensive studies around workplace wellness programs, and an understanding of how to manage stress by creating healthier environments. Rex shared his thoughts on unprecedented changes in our world while offering strategic foresight about culture change and the need for collaboration to shift behavioral health in the workplace. Connect with Rex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rexmiller/ Learn more about Rex and his work: https://rexmiller.com
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Ep. 110: Zoom Fatigue, Hitting the “Digital Wall” and Managing our Well-being during COVID-19 with Steve Todd of Nasdaq & OSW
26/05/2020 Duration: 22minSteve Todd is AVP, Global Head of Workplace at Nasdaq and Founder of Open Sourced Workplace where Mike Petrusky visits with him every morning for a YouTube livestream to discuss workplace issues during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mike asks Steve about how he is holding up personally after more than two months in lockdown as we are all forced to adapt to our “quarantine life”. During a particularly busy week, Mike opens up about his Zoom fatigue and a feeling of burnout brought on by constant digital interactions. Steve and Mike explore both the challenges and opportunities for workplace leaders during the global pandemic and they share some of the struggles they have faced living and working during these unprecedented times. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevetoddexec/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Watch the full video with Steve & Mike on OSW Daily, a YouTube livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FU_hT2x099s&feature=youtu.be Re