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The Workplace Innovator Podcast, hosted by speaker, entrepreneur and answer-man Mike Petrusky, offers real-world insights from top facility management & workplace leaders on how to use tech, talent and tenacity to create the best workplaces on earth. Powered by Eptura™, 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!

  1. 5d ago

    Ep. 420: "Assume Good Intentions" – Everyday Resilience, Workplace Culture and Reimagining the Office with Rob Clark of Cushman & Wakefield

    Rob Clark is a Senior Director at Cushman & Wakefield where he is designing client strategies at the intersection of experiences and real estate, while also sharing his story as an accomplished motivational speaker and author of "Everyday Resilience for Everyday Heroes" and The Resilient Worker blog. Mike Petrusky asks Rob why he believes that assuming good intentions and maintaining positivity are essential strategies for workplace and facility management professionals who often face adversity and competing interests. They explore the power of human connection, collaboration, and community through organizations like IFMA and discuss the role of the FM in the future of the built environment. The workplace has shifted from being a mandatory destination to a chosen environment, making thoughtful workplace strategy, culture, and design more important than ever and Rob says that facility managers play a key role in creating safe, comfortable, and collaborative environments. Personal resilience, a growth mindset, and the ability to appreciate diverse perspectives can contribute to a more positive, empathetic, and productive workplace culture, so Mike and Rob offer the encouragement and inspiration you will need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-clark-2b93622/ Read Rob's blog and get the books: https://www.resilientworker.net/ Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield: https://www.cushmanwakefield.com/en Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 420: "Assume Good Intentions" – Everyday Resilience, Workplace Culture and Reimagining the Office with Rob Clark of Cushman & Wakefield

  2. Sep 15

    Ep. 419: "Designing to Thrive" – Eudaimonia, Workplace Innovation & Unconventional Design with Jenna Mikus, PhD of Eudae Group, LLC

    Jenna Mikus, PhD is CEO of Eudae Group, LLC where she is a strategic advisor specializing in balancing architectural science with wellbeing science to promote flourishing health and wellbeing by design in the context of environments. Mike Petrusky asks Jenna why she believes embracing unconventional and multidisciplinary approaches to design leads to more creativity and innovation in the workplace. They explore the concept of eudaimonia and why the power of human flourishing should be a central goal in workplace strategy and design. Jenna says that facility management professionals can play an essential role in occupant health and well-being, and she believes that collaboration across disciplines can help deliver more effective workplace environments. Intentionality, humility, respect, and care in practice are vital for successful outcomes, so Mike and Jenna offer the practical advice and the inspiration you need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Jenna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennamikus/ Learn more about Eudae Group, LLC: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eudaegroup/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 419: "Designing to Thrive" – Eudaimonia, Workplace Innovation & Unconventional Design with Jenna Mikus, PhD of Eudae Group, LLC

  3. Sep 8

    Ep. 418: "It Takes a Village" – World Workplace 2026 and Building the Global Facility Management Community with IFMA's President & CEO Michael Geary, CAE

    Michael Geary, CAE is President & CEO of IFMA where he is passionate about serving the 25,000+ members of the world's largest and most widely recognized international association for facility management professionals. Mike Petrusky asks Michael about his time so far leading IFMA's global community which spans every continent, offering facility managers broad opportunities for professional networking, collaboration, and exposure to different cultural perspectives. They share excitement and anticipation for IFMA's World Workplace 2026 which promises to deliver great content, networking, recognition, and fun, including a keynote by BJ Novak from "The Office" and is taking place November 18-20 in Anaheim, California. Michael shares the "it takes a village" concept that is central to IFMA's philosophy of collaboration, shared knowledge, and collective problem-solving which are all necessary to drive both the profession and the organization's future strategy. Innovation in facility management may include technological advances, but it also often involves embracing incremental change and being open to new ideas and solutions, so Mike and Michael offer the encouragement and inspiration you will need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvgeary/ Explore IFMA's Advocacy Forum: https://advocacyforum.ifma.org/ Register for IFMA's World Workplace: https://worldworkplace.ifma.org/ Learn more about IFMA: https://www.ifma.org/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 418: "It Takes a Village" – World Workplace 2026 and Building the Global Facility Management Community with IFMA's President & CEO Michael Geary, CAE

  4. Sep 1

    Ep. 417: "Become a Manager of Agents" – The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results with Author Dr. Gleb Tsipursky of Disaster Avoidance Experts

    Dr. Gleb Tsipursky serves as the CEO of the future-of-work consultancy Disaster Avoidance Experts where he is an author who was dubbed the "Office Whisperer" by The New York Times and he helps tech-forward leaders stop overpaying for AI while boosting adoption and decreasing resistance. Mike Petrusky asks Dr. Gleb about his brand-new book, "The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results", in which he explores how AI will fundamentally transform the workplace, applying his findings to facility managers and workplace strategists. He believes that FM leaders will need to evolve with increased integration of AI, IoT, and robotics, demanding new skills and adaptability as their role becomes that of "a managers of agents" overseeing both digital and physical assets. AI adoption faces unique psychological barriers beyond traditional change management challenges, specifically fear, identity threat, and shame. So, workplace professionals must start by addressing these emotions through supportive leadership, transparency, and the normalization of AI use. Leaders should focus on upskilling and preparing their teams for this transition, so Mike and Dr. Gleb offer the encouragement and inspiration you need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Dr. Gleb on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-gleb-tsipursky/ Buy the book: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/aibook/ Learn more about Disaster Avoidance Experts: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 417: "Become a Manager of Agents" – The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results with Author Dr. Gleb Tsipursky of Disaster Avoidance Experts

  5. Aug 25

    Ep. 416: "Diversity of Perspective" – AI Innovation, Leadership and the Future of Corporate Real Estate with Katy Redmond, MCR of JLL

    Katy Redmond, MCR is Senior Managing Director, Integrated Portfolio Services (IPS) Lead, Americas East at JLL where she is passionate about corporate real estate, innovation and leadership while also serving as a Global Board Member at CoreNet. Mike Petrusky welcomes Katy back to the show to hear her latest insights and perspectives on FM, CRE and expectations for upcoming industry events like the CoreNet Global Summit and IFMA's World Workplace. Katy says that speed and efficiency are now critical demands in the real estate industry, with clients seeking faster execution, streamlined processes, and better uses of technology. So, she and Mike explore how AI and worktech tools are reshaping CRE, offering new insights into decision-making and efficiency while also requiring careful governance and strategic implementation. Katy predicts that the industry is experiencing an elevation of the real estate function, with greater organizational visibility and potential pathways to C-suite roles such as CFO, COO, or CHRO and she encourages mentorship and exposure to diverse experiences for developing well-rounded future leaders. Tune in as Mike and Katy offer practical advice and the inspiration you will need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Katy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-redmond-mcr-045a302/ Learn more about JLL: https://www.jll.com/en-us/ Find out about CoreNet Global North America Summit: https://www.corenetglobal.org/attend-summits-events/2026-corenet-global---north-america-summit Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 416: "Diversity of Perspective" – AI Innovation, Leadership and the Future of Corporate Real Estate with Katy Redmond, MCR of JLL

  6. Aug 18

    Ep. 415: "Build a Community" – Making Connections and Finding Your Path in Facility Management with Workplace Operations Leader Anthony Lucca

    Anthony Lucca is a young professional based in New York City with a passion for workplace operations, facility management, project management, and enhancing the employee Experience. Mike Petrusky asks Anthony about his aspiring career journey in the world of the workplace and they explore why building and fostering genuine relationships and professional networks is essential in facility management. Anthony says that his professional growth often involves learning from the experiences of others and that is why he is constantly seeking mentorship and has plans to get involved in communities such as IFMA. The workplace is fundamentally about people, and FM leaders are responsible for creating environments where employees feel connected, valued, and engaged in the age of hybrid and remote work. While individual innovation and adaptability are necessary for success in the future workplace, leaders look to the hospitality and service industries to provide valuable lessons when creating great cultures, so join Mike and Anthony as they offer the inspiration needed to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonylucca/ Learn more about IFMA: https://www.ifma.org/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 415: "Build a Community" – Making Connections and Finding Your Path in Facility Management with Workplace Operations Leader Anthony Lucca

  7. Aug 11

    Ep. 414: "Innovation Starts with Why" – Strategy, Change, and the Human Side of Facility Management with Martin Ruppe MBA, MCR, SFP of IFMA's Workplace Evolutionaries

    Martin Ruppe MBA, MCR, SFP is the Executive Director for IFMA's Workplace Evolutionaries community where he is passionate about transforming facilities and workplaces through strategic consulting, digital innovation, and data-driven solutions. Mike Petrusky asks Martin why he believes innovation in FM is not about using the latest tools, but about identifying organizational gaps and aligning technology choices with strategic objectives. Having a clear strategy and understanding the 'why' behind workplace transformation is essential, so Martin encourages workplace leaders to focus on their strategic vision and adaptability, while maintaining a human-centric approach. This episode explores the importance of change management and communication as AI and digital solutions are increasingly disrupting the FM industry. Building a strong professional network and participating in communities like IFMA brings long-term benefits for workplace professionals, so Mike and Martin offer the encouragement and inspiration you will need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Martin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinruppe/ Learn more about Ruppe Consulting: https://www.ruppe.cc/ Explore the Workplace Evolutionaries at IFMA: https://we.ifma.org/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 414: "Innovation Starts with Why" – Strategy, Change, and the Human Side of Facility Management with Martin Ruppe MBA, MCR, SFP of IFMA's Workplace Evolutionaries

  8. Aug 4

    Ep. 413: "Always Be Connecting the Dots" – The Role of Hospitality in Culture and the Future of the Workplace with Jason Leeds of Dartcor Enterprises

    Jason Leeds is Chief Growth Officer at Dartcor Enterprises where he helps organizations use hospitality to create workplaces that strengthen culture, connection, and employee engagement. Jason brings a unique perspective at the intersection of hospitality, commercial real estate, and the future of work, so Mike Petrusky asks him how hospitality helps people connect and thrive at work. They explore intentional, detail-driven experiences that can contribute to a sense of belonging and increase employee engagement as facility management leaders seek to reinvent workspaces and make them more attractive. Technology and AI, when used thoughtfully, can automate routine tasks and provide more space for genuine human interaction in the workplace, and Jason says collaboration across FM, HR, and IT is essential for delivering seamless workplace experiences. Small, consistent actions can create significant positive change in the workplace over time, and the future workplace will be more flexible, experience-based, and focused on human connection, so Mike and Jason offer practical advice and the inspiration you will need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leeds-7b253a87/ Learn more about Dartcor Enterprises: https://www.dartcorenterprises.com/ Explore Dartcor Hospitality: https://www.dartcorhospitality.com/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

    Ep. 413: "Always Be Connecting the Dots" – The Role of Hospitality in Culture and the Future of the Workplace with Jason Leeds of Dartcor Enterprises
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The Workplace Innovator Podcast, hosted by speaker, entrepreneur and answer-man Mike Petrusky, offers real-world insights from top facility management & workplace leaders on how to use tech, talent and tenacity to create the best workplaces on earth. Powered by Eptura™, 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!

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