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

Leigh Stringer is Global Director of Advisory Services at Perkins&Will, Jomal McNeal is VP of Customer Solutions and Stephen Smith is VP of People Analytics at REWORC where they are passionate about aligning people, place and process for the ultimate workplace experience. Mike Petrusky hosts a conversation about how understanding human behavior and social sciences can inform space management strategies and how psychological safety can foster a culture of inclusion. The panel explores how data should inform, not drive, business decisions and how FM and CRE touch every part of a business. We must focus on collaboration and community building in the workplace and data is a critical tool for understanding and improving workplace behavior. The industry needs better metrics that speak to people analytics and business intelligence if we hope to move beyond efficiency to become a business driver. Listen to these highlights and then watch the full hour broadcast to gain further insight and get the inspiration you need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!
Connect with Leigh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighstringer/
Connect with Jomal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jomalmcneal/
Connect with Stephen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/1stephensmith/
Watch the full video of this conversation: https://lp.eptura.com/events-social-sciences-webinar-registration.html
Watch milestone Ep. 300 video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TTK92bzCKjg?si=YE8ZXDKCwH6sOXRi
Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/
Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/
 

Tracy Brower, PhD is Vice President of Workplace Insight at Steelcase and a Senior Contributor for Forbes and Fast Company where she shares her passion for studying work life fulfillment, happiness and the future of work. Mike Petrusky asks Tracy about the upcoming release of her newly updated book, "The Secrets to Happiness at Work", where she delves deeper into the role of work in our lives and how we can create conditions for happiness and fulfillment at work. Tracy believes that work can be a significant source of happiness as we are contributing to our community, purpose, and personal identity. The current popular narrative of work as a negative experience needs to be combated as we seek to find a balance between time spent in the office and time spent working remotely. Tracy offers advice about how workplaces can be designed for a variety of experiences, offering a range of settings matched with an inclusive and trustworthy culture. Mike and Tracy explore the “paradox of happiness” and share inspirational quotes and music that will encourage you to become a Workplace Innovator in your organization!
Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybrowerphd/
Order Tracy’s new book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1728297265/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk
Learn more about Steelcase: https://www.steelcase.com/
Watch the full video of milestone Ep. 300 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TTK92bzCKjg?si=7Dw3Z7TZ-AJFyRmp
Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/
Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/
 

Kay Sargent of HOK, Geoff Snavely of MilliCare, and Sarah Sims, CWP of Earthjustice are all past guests of the show and inspiring leaders in our world of facility management, corporate real estate, human resources and the workplace. Mike Petrusky hosts a live roundtable discussion to reflect on where we have been and to explore the changing landscape of the workplace, the impact of technology, and the importance of human-centric leadership. Recorded and filmed at the HOK offices in Washington, DC, the panel discusses the evolution of the FM industry, changing cultures and the need for flexibility, all while emphasizing the opportunity listeners have to ensure the sustainability of work and the wellbeing of employees. “DJ Mike P.” leads his guests in trivia games that highlight insightful quotes previously offered on the show and everyone shares their favorite music which results in lots of laughs and a really good time. Listen (or watch!) as these long-time friends of the FM community share the insight, encouragement and inspiration that you will need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization!
Register for the Eptura Product Event on April 16: https://lp.eptura.com/webinar-power-of-one-april-24.html
Connect with Kay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-sargent-53b2431/
Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-sims-101/
Connect with Geoff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffsnavelymillicare/
Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Eptura
Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/
Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/
 

Renee Moorefield, PhD is CEO of Wisdom Works Group, Inc. and Executive Director at Be Well Lead Well® where she is passionate about empowering leaders to higher levels of personal and collective effectiveness by building brands, workplaces, and leadership capabilities that advance human thriving. Mike Petrusky asks Renee how she helps leaders to understand human development, behavior, and thriving to create better employee experiences and work environments. They explore the balance between autonomy and connection and the role they play in our wellbeing. Creating work cultures that foster prosocial behaviors, collaboration, appreciation, and recognition is essential in the future workplace, so Mike and Renee give you the tools needed to become a Workplace Innovator in your organization!
Register for the Eptura Product Event on April 16: https://lp.eptura.com/webinar-power-of-one-april-24.html
Connect with Renee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneemoorefield/
Subscribe to Renee’s newsletter: https://www.wisdom-works.com/newsletter/
Learn more about the Be Well Lead Well Pulse®: https://www.wisdom-works.com/assessment/
Watch Mike’s “On My Way To Work” video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4E39sM-pNaGhLoG0dkM947o
Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/
Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/
 

Stafford McKay is VP of Marketing at Fooda where he is passionate about helping organizations create a workplace food program that people love and look forward to every day. Mike Petrusky asks Stafford about navigating the changed waters of flexibility in the workplace and why he believes that empathetic leadership is essential when building our teams today. They explore how encouraging employees to eat together can foster a stronger sense of connection in an organization and Stafford shares the concept of a community table, where employees are encouraged to take time to gather. Mike and Stafford discuss enhancing the workplace culture by creating commute-worthy experiences as they encourage you to become a Workplace Innovator in your organization!
Register for the Eptura Product Event on April 16: https://lp.eptura.com/webinar-power-of-one-april-24.html
Connect with Stafford on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staffordmckay/
Learn more about Fooda: https://www.fooda.com/
Watch Mike’s “On My Way To Work” video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4E39sM-pNaGhLoG0dkM947o
Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/
Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/
 

Megan Riley, FMP is Global Facilities Services Systems Supervisor at STERIS where she is passionate about empowering her colleagues with the skills and understanding to utilize technology to manage facilities through data-driven decisions. Mike Petrusky asks about Megan's role at STERIS and her journey into facilities management and they explore some of the opportunities and outcomes that software systems can help deliver in the workplace today. Megan emphasizes the importance of breaking down tasks into manageable steps or phases to allow flexibility and adaptability in our rapidly changing built environment. She believes in the value of cross-functional software systems in FM that can handle multiple tasks, making them more efficient and providing cleaner data. Mike and Megan also share inspiration that will help you approach every conversation with positive intent and enable you to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! 
Connect with Megan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riley-megan-k/
Learn more about STERIS: https://www.steris.com/
Watch Mike’s “On My Way To Work” video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4E39sM-pNaGhLoG0dkM947o
Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/
Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/