Ep. 162: “Be Curious” – Inspiration for Achieving Collective Success in Facilities and Asset Management with Lalit Agarwal of APPA
Lalit Agarwal is President and CEO of APPA: Leadership in Educational Facilities, the association supporting educational facilities professionals worldwide. He brings over two decades of experience in facilities management, including leadership roles at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and EnergyCAP, an energy management and sustainability company. Mike Petrusky asks Lalit about his career journey from an engineer to facilities manager to the CEO of APPA, where he is passionate about building business partnerships and professional development opportunities for the FM community. He shares how APPA is focusing on aligning its programs with the current needs of FM professionals while ensuring they stay relevant, especially in the face of rapid technological advancements and budgetary constraints. Lalit believes that facility management leaders must upskill and embrace AI as a tool to augment human capabilities rather than replace them by emphasizing that basic technological foundations are in place first. Mike and Lalit agree that curiosity and willingness to collaborate with others are essential for success in the complex and evolving world of facility management, so they offer advice and inspiration to help you be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Lalit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalit-agarwal-1961426/ Learn more about APPA - Leadership in Educational Facilities: https://www.appa.org/ Explore Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/
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Ep. 161: “Open Dialog” – Discovering Technology Solutions and AI Tools in the Asset and Facility Management Industry with Joseph Aamidor of Aamidor Consulting
Joseph Aamidor is Senior Product Management Consultant and Managing Director at Aamidor Consulting where he provides market strategy guidance to building owners and operators, established building management firms, technology providers, investors, and early-stage innovators. Mike Petrusky asks Joe about the state of the facilities management industry and why it is experiencing fragmentation in available technology solutions, making it challenging to choose the right tools. They explore how the industry is in a trial and error phase with AI and discuss ways that asset management leaders can focus on continuous learning and understanding the broader mission of their organizations to enhance the built environment and occupant experience. Joe believes that open dialogue and informal peer groups are valuable for experimenting with and improving new solutions and providing feedback to vendors is crucial for the development of better products and the health of the industry. Mike and Joe agree that data readiness, including organization and normalization, is a significant challenge for organizations looking to implement AI solutions, so they offer advice and inspiration to help you be an Asset Champion! Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaamidor/ Learn more about Aamidor Consulting: https://www.aamidorconsulting.com/ Subscribe to Joe’s Newsletter: https://smartbuildinginsight.substack.com/ Explore Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/
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Ep. 160: “The Future is Already Here” – Operations and Maintenance in Facilities Management with Vaughn Halliday, MSc, CFM, SFP, FMP, PMP, ProFM of Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
Vaughn Halliday, MSc, CFM, SFP, FMP, PMP, ProFM is Manager of Support Services and Facilities for the Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago where he is a seasoned management executive with a specialized focus on facilities and project management, underpinned by a fervent commitment to sustainability. Mike Petrusky asks Vaughn why he believes that FM professionals need to lead with purpose, adapt with precision, and invest in people as much as they do in technology. They discuss the constant tension between short-term operational demands and long-term asset stewardship which often leads to deferred maintenance and reactive decision-making and Vaughn shares how the effective use of data from CMMS and BMS platforms is essential for driving strategic outcomes. He says that facility managers should move beyond a maintenance mindset and embrace FM as a strategic enabler of business outcomes by investing in training and credential programs at events like IFMA’s World Workplace. The future of FM is already here, with AI, IoT, and smart systems reshaping how assets are managed, so Mike and Vaughn encourage and inspire you to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Vaughn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaughn-halliday/ Learn more about IFMA: https://www.ifma.org/ Explore Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/
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Ep. 159: “Don’t Underestimate” – Evolving Technologies and Change in Asset and Facility Management with Podcast Host Mike Petrusky
Podcast host Mike Petrusky shares an update on his future plans for the show, industry conferences happening this fall, and the need for continuous learning in our asset and facility management journey. He discusses recent themes that have come up this past year, especially the impact of artificial intelligence and AI agents on the built environment and reminds us that we often overestimate short-term technological changes while underestimating long-term change. Digital Twins and BIM (Building Information Modeling) are key technologies that will enhance data management and provide a more holistic view of asset life cycles, so Mike recommends a philosophy of lifelong learning, networking, and participation in professional organizations for professionals in the FM industry. Upcoming conferences such as Autodesk University and IFMA's World Workplace offer valuable opportunities, so Mike shares his appreciation for recent recognition from the IFMA community and looks to continuously improve his podcasts as he tries to inspire you to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Tune in to the “Workplace Innovator” Podcast: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Register for Autodesk University: https://www.autodesk.com/autodesk-university/ Join Mike at IFMA’s World Workplace: https://worldworkplace.ifma.org/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/
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Ep. 158: “Have a Conversation” – Chatbots, AI and the Future of FM and Asset Management with Entrepreneur and Author Ab DeWeese
Ab DeWeese is a serial entrepreneur, investor, polymath, and AI educator recognized for his ability to distill complex problems into clear, actionable solutions. Mike Petrusky asks AB about his new book, “Essential AI: Your All-in-One QuickStart to Using AI in Business and The Workplace” where he explains the different types of AI systems, including generative AI and custom-built AI for specific business needs. Mike and Ab explore how AI can significantly enhance the efficiency of maintenance and repair tasks by quickly accessing and summarizing technical manuals, but they caution that users must verify the AI's output to avoid errors. Ab believes that data is the "currency of the future” and he says the current AI trend is driving organizations to be more thoughtful about data collection, organization, and labeling, which is essential for building effective AI solutions. Having conversations with chatbots is becoming a fundamental skill for professionals, so Mike and Ab share practical advice and offer real-world examples as they inspire you to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Ab on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ab-deweese/ Get a copy of the book “Essential AI”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F3PD9TGD Learn more about Good Automation: https://www.goodautomation.com/ Explore Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/
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