Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience

Deana Haynes, LEED AP BD+C, is Director of Commercial Real Estate at ChargePoint where she is passionate about the development of new technology solutions and business models that allow organizations to capitalize on the growing need for EV charging at their properties. In October 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Leading the Charge: How EV Charging Drives Workplace Experience and Sustainability” where he and Deana discussed the keys to successfully implementing EV charging stations. Mike asked Deana how facility management leaders can predict and meet employee and visitor demand and how they can choose the right infrastructure and software to have an impact on their organization’s overall ESG goals. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full video with audience Q&A! Connect with Deana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanahaynes/ Learn more about ChargePoint: https://www.chargepoint.com/ Watch the full video with Mike and Deana: https://lp.asse

Kay Sargent is Senior Principal & Director of WorkPlace at HOK, Mayra Portalatin is Vice President of Facilities Services at NVE, Inc., Lena Thompson is Director of Building Operations & Administrative Services at the American Psychological Association and Geoff Snavely is Vice President & General Manager at milliCare Floor & Textile Care. In October 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “What Does It Take To Be An FM Innovator Today?” where he and the panel revisited their “5-Year Podcast Reunion Show” during IFMA’s World Workplace 2022 in Nashville. The powerful conversation sparked interest in the facility management community as these leaders discussed changes to the workplace, how to embrace new technology, and measure success. Mike asked the panel to share practical advice and offer actionable insights around the psychological factors impacting today's workforce, return to office strategies, and the fundamental shifts taking place that will continue to impact the future of wor

Noelle Via Borda is Senior Program Manager of Workplace Design at Adobe where she is focused on designing workplace policies, programs and environments that are human-centered. Mike Petrusky asks Noelle about her passion for creating a great workplace experience using cross-functional experimentation, inclusive design based in employee engagement, and refining the vision for the future of Adobe’s workplace ecosystem. They discuss the changed expectations of the workforce and explore how Noelle is using insights gained from “Lab82”, Adobe’s workplace innovation and experimentation engine, to plan strategies for the future of work. Mike and Noelle find common interest in sci-fi and fantasy films and offer music and stories of inspiration to help you become a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Noelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noelleviaborda/ Learn more about Adobe: https://www.adobe.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about E

Nick Baum is Portfolio Optimization Manager at BAE Systems Australia where he is responsible for optimizing the performance of the BAE Systems Australia Property Portfolio to drive competitive advantage. Mike Petrusky asks Nick about his views on workplace strategy, the evolution of workplace design and forecasting the future needs of the company’s real estate portfolio. They explore changing expectations of the workforce, the value of the office and building a culture that meets the needs of human beings in today’s world. Mike and Nick also discuss Australian music and offer inspirational quotes that will help encourage you to be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-baum/ Learn more about BAE Systems: https://www.baesystems.com/en-aus/home Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnova

Lisa Whited is the Founder and Chief Transformation Officer of WTF (Workplace Transformation Facilitation), a Senior Associate with Advanced Workplace Associates (AWA) and the author of “Work Better. Save the Planet: The Earth-First Workplace is Good for People, Great for Business”. Mike Petrusky asks Lisa about how her experience and education in interior architecture, management and leadership, coupled with her interest in inclusivity and community building, allows her to help her clients improve employee engagement. They explore the challenges of building a workplace culture that integrates the overlap of vision, people and place while offering inspiration to help you be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawhited/ Learn more about AWA: https://www.advanced-workplace.com/ Find out more about Lisa and buy the book: https://www.workbettersavetheplanet.com/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore pa

Erica Keswin is an Author, Speaker, Podcast Host and Workplace Strategist who is a trusted guide for companies around the world looking for ways to connect their teams, increase engagement, and create a human workplace. In September 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Bring Your Human to Work: When People Thrive, Business Thrives” where Erica shared how to lead your team with purpose in a post-pandemic era when navigating work-life balance is more important than ever. Mike and Erica explored the best ways to lead remote and hybrid teams and discussed how successful leaders align employee needs with organizational objectives. They agree that it is essential to prioritize employees’ wellbeing and discover how rituals play an essential role in bring people together. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Erica on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericakeswin/ Watch the full video of Mike and Erica: https

Brandon Holden is CEO of Eptura™, the global worktech company that brings together nine software products to provide solutions for people, workplaces and assets to enable everyone to reach their full potential. Mike Petrusky visits Brandon near Eptura’s™ Salt Lake City, UT office to discover the story and vision of the company formed by the merger of iOffice + SpaceIQ with Condeco. With 16.3 million users across 115 countries, Eptura™ is trusted by over 16,000 of the world’s leading companies to realize a better future at work. Mike asks Brandon about the market opportunity, brand strategy and leadership philosophy that drives the team at Eptura™ to help customers meet the expectations of their people today and for the future. They explore the role of the workplace, the evolution of spaces and the power of data in the world of facilities and asset management to optimize collaboration, innovation and productivity. Mike and Brandon offer insights and inspiration for workplace leaders and share how Eptura™ will

Cristina Herrera is Founder of Cristina Herrera Consulting, LLC in New York City where she is fiercely committed to supporting organizations to grow with purpose in reaching their goals by developing change management strategies, workplace strategies, coaching and start up consulting. Mike Petrusky asks Cristina about our changing world and how her expertise in change management, workplace strategy and global cross-cultural experiences have prepared her to deliver human-centered design in organizations today. They explore the importance of aligning new world values with business outcomes by leading with empathy, directing with candor and managing with agility. Mike and Cristina share a love of 90’s dance music and they offer another inspirational duet along with many practical tips for workplace innovators everywhere! Connect with Cristina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/misscristinaherrera/ Learn more about of Cristina Herrera Consulting: https://cristinaherreraconsulting.com/ Listen to Cristina’s “

Vik Bangia is the CEO of Verum Consulting, LLC in Minneapolis, MN where he is passionate about helping clients prepare for the future of work while disrupting the status quo in corporate real estate and facilities management. Mike Petrusky asks Vik about the evolution of the workplace and the need for compassionate leadership in organizations as we head into the post-pandemic world. They explore changing expectations of the workforce and how innovative leaders are creating a return to office strategy that communicates the purpose and value of space. Mike and Vik have known each other a long time and they are not afraid to explore controversial topics and deal with the polarization and challenges facing workplace leaders today. Check out this episode to get the practical advice and inspiration you need to be a workplace innovator! Connect with Vik on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vik-bangia-0b54522/ Learn more about Verum Consulting: https://verumconsulting.com/ Discover free resources and explore past

Bob Fox is Chairman & Principal at FOX Architects and Publisher at Work Design Magazine, Jennifer Ingram is Founder & CEO at Calibrated Lens, LLC and Yasmien Fadl is AVP, Head of Workplace Design & Experience, Enterprise Real Estate at TD Bank. In August 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar “Announcing the Winners of the 2022 Next Work Environment Competition” where he and the panel discussed the state the workplace today and reviewed the insights and data trends captured during the competition. They explored visions of the future of the work environment and offered practical advice and inspiration for workplace innovators everywhere. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-d-fox-aia-iida-leed-ap-89a3586/ Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ingram-she-her-hers-62801a4b/ Connect with Yasmien on LinkedIn: https://www

Christa Dodoo, CFM, CIWFM, FMP, CMQ-OE is Head of Facilities Management Services at the United Nations World Food Programme where she has extensive experience in operations maintenance, real estate, vendor contract management and budgeting (OPEX and CAPEX). Mike Petrusky asks Christa about her journey throughout the world of FM and her passion for advancing the profession while encouraging leaders to take advantage of the unique opportunities available to them today. They discuss the evolution of the workplace, change management and the power of technology in the future of work with a focus on human experiences. Mike and Christa offer practical advice and inspiration for facility management leaders across the globe while encouraging you to be a workplace innovator in your organization. Connect with Christa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christa-dodoo-cfm/ Learn more about the UNWFP: https://www.wfp.org/ Attend IFMA’s World Workplace: https://worldworkplace.ifma.org/ Discover free resources and explo

Lorri Rowlandson is Senior Vice President of Strategy and Innovation for BGIS, a leading global provider of facility management services, where she has spent the past decade tackling highly complex real estate related outsourcing and expense management solutions. Mike Petrusky welcomes Lorri back to the show to find out her latest insights and practical advice around managing the future of work and the workplace. They explore the challenges and opportunities facing workplace leaders as organizations adjust to the complex dynamics of meeting their business goals while also satisfying the needs of the workforce. Lorri offers her top three factors for future success while she and Mike deliver some inspiration to help you be a workplace innovator in your organization! Connect with Lorri on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorri-rowlandson-a4a48b17/ Learn more about BGIS: https://www.bgis.com/us/ Attend IFMA’s World Workplace: https://worldworkplace.ifma.org/ Discover free resources and explore past interview

Wayne Whitzell, LEED AP, CEST, AIPE, BEP, GBO is President at DFS Green where he is passionate about providing services that utilize innovative processes and technologies which combine to deliver healthy, attractive, and sustainable workplaces. In July 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Quantum Leadership: Organizational Success in a Complicated World” where he and Wayne explored the challenges of leading your team in today’s polarized world. Mike asked Wayne to describe how “Quantum Leadership” can boost overall team performance by fostering connection and communication. They share stories and quotes to inspire innovation through compassion, nuance and cooperation. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Wayne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-whitzell-fmp-sfp-leed-ap-bep-gbo-147870b/ Learn more about DFS Green: https://dfsgreen.com/ Explore opportunities with the IFMA community: https://ww

Pay Wu, SLCR is President and Co-Founder at MWBE Unite, Inc. where she is passionate about advancing supplier diversity and workforce diversity in commercial real estate - integrating quality minority and women owned businesses to deliver services across all dimensions of the built environment. In July 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Corporate Real Estate’s Commitment to Supplier and Workforce Diversity” for a timely conversation about expanding fair and inclusionary practices across all areas of commercial real estate (CRE) and facilities management (FM). Mike asked Pay to discuss how her 30 years of industry and consulting experience has helped her shine a light on the critical issues impacting supplier and workforce diversity. They explore the social initiatives at work within CRE and FM and why they are essential for achievement while offering inspiration for workplace leaders to have in impact on the future. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full

Elicia Young is Staff Program Manager, Workplace Services at Intuit, and Jeffrey Buck, FMP, SFP, QPCR is Global Director of Workplace Experience at Egnyte. Mike Petrusky welcomes Elicia and Jeff back to the show to catch up on all that has been happening in the world of facility management and workplace experience over the past 18 months. Last time, they shared their thoughts on what it means to incorporate "Corporatality" into your organization and now it is more important than ever to create a culture where people feel connected. Elicia and Jeff are passionate about the work they do and they encourage workplace leaders to deliver amazing employee experiences by using the best technology, building inclusive communities and serving great food! Connect with Elicia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliciayoung/ Connect with Jeffrey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buck-fmp-sfp-qpcr-54611b8b/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connec

Podcast Host Mike Petrusky has been thinking on a beach this summer and he wants to know where do we go from here – in the workplace, facility management, real estate, our careers, with this podcast? Check out this special episode of the show where Mike offers insights from recent guests, inspiration from Martin Luther King, Jr. and music from the Black Eyed Peas! On a recent podcast, author Malcolm Gladwell claimed that working from home is destroying us. Do you agree? More than ever, we need innovation and leadership in our organizations and Mike offers encouragement to help you be a workplace innovator in your organization! Watch “Malcolm Gladwell: Working From Home Is Destroying Us!”: https://youtu.be/mgEs61k2mxY?t=4658 Read the iOffice + SpaceIQ blog post on “Employees Don’t Want To Return To Office, Now What?”: https://www.iofficecorp.com/blog/not-returning-to-office Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Discover more free resources and explore past interviews at: htt

Charlotte Myland is Global Senior Director of Organizational Effectiveness, Natalie Richardson, M.ED. is Lead of the HabLab Future of Work Laboratory and Heather Davis, PHR, SHRM-CP, CDE is Senior Organizational Effectiveness Consultant at Slalom, a global consulting firm that focuses on strategy, technology, and business transformation. In April 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Experts Discuss - Will Hybrid Work Ruin the Workplace?” where his guests shared their vision of the future of work based on Slalom’s Future of Work report, HabLab experiments, and what they’re seeing from clients. The panel explored why a human-centered philosophy is an imperative for the future of work, how to experiment with the habits and habitats of your organization and what ways you can “build better tomorrows for all” to support people and places. Check out these audio highlights and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natal

Jenny West is Strategy Director at Gensler Consulting in Denver where she is passionate about creating inspiring processes, places, and user change journeys. Mike Petrusky asks Jenny about her experience with both workplace strategy and design, and how she works with clients to enable performance enhancing cultures. They discuss how employee preferences, frictionless technologies and authentic leadership will be essential in the future workplace and they offer inspiration for you to be a workplace innovator in your organization. Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennywest/ Learn more about Gensler’s research: https://www.gensler.com/gri 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  

Gordon Wright is Senior Principal & Firmwide Director of WorkPlace at HOK where he is passionate about bringing positive impact to people, processes, and place. In June 2022, Mike Petrusky hosted a live webinar called “Hybrid Work Looked Like the Perfect Solution to Save the Office. Is It Working?” where he asked Gordon to share what clients are saying about the benefits associated with a dynamic, flexible workplace. Mike and Gordon discussed what employees want from their in-office experiences, how they are engaging with their space, and their interactions with each other and the environment. They explored how workplace leaders can support and enable distributed teams by implementing a hybrid work model that’s designed for the future. Check out these audio highlights from the broadcast and then download the full hour-long video with audience Q&A! Connect with Gordon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonwright1/ Learn more about HOK: https://www.hok.com/ Watch the full video recording with Q

Simone Fenton-Jarvis, BSc, MBA, FIWFM is Director of Customer Workplace Solutions at Relogix where she is passionate about creating human-centric workplaces. Mike Petrusky asks Simone about what it means to be a human at work and how organizational cultures can embrace people bringing their whole selves to work. They discuss Simone’s new book “The Human-Centric Workplace: Enabling people, communities and our planet to thrive” and explore practical ideas for workplace leaders hoping to deliver a great employee experience in their organizations. Mike and Simone agree that data can provide valuable insights into human behavior and they offer inspiration and advice for leveraging workplace technology to meet the needs of your workforce. Connect with Simone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-fenton-jarvis/ Get your copy of Simone’s book: https://linktr.ee/SimoneFJ Learn more about Relogix: https://www.relogix.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.c