Asset Champion Podcast | Physical Asset Management | Facility Management | Facilities Maintenance and Operations

Chance Sullivan is an Asset Management Leader and Founder & CEO of The Corbett Magnolia Group, LLC where he is passionate about elevating asset performance at every scale. Mike Petrusky asks Chance why he believes that accountability is the foundational requirement for effective workflows, processes, and business execution. They explore the state of the asset and facilities management profession a...

Lindsey Brackett, CHC, CHFM, CHOP, CSSBB, FASHE is Chief Empowerment Officer at Legacy FM, LLC and an influential figure in the healthcare facilities management industry where she is passionate about empowering individuals and building the next generation of FM leaders. Mike Petrusky asks Lindsey about the growth of her company and the importance of ongoing education and professional certification...

Maurice Morrow is a Senior Facilities & Vendor Specialist at United Therapeutics Corporation where he is passionate about bringing a practical, solutions-driven approach to problem solving and operational improvement. Mike Petrusky asks Moe why he believes that character is central to being an effective facility management leader as it impacts his daily work and professional relationships. They ex...

Jason Callis, CFM, SFP, LSSGB is Executive Director, Facility Operations & Asset Management at Aramark Destinations where he is accountable for operational strategy leveraging his years of experience in global workplace, facilities, and infrastructure. Mike Petrusky asks Jason his current perspectives on how managing the built environment requires adaptability and resilience to navigate ongoing op...

Bryan Glatfelter CFM, FMP is AVP, Facilities Officer at Ephrata National Bank where he is passionate about integrating innovative practices and technology to align facilities solutions with organizational objectives to create value-driven outcomes. Mike Petrusky asks Bryan about his facility management career journey and how the "accidental profession" can turn into a very rewarding one when embra...

Kari Myers, CFM is Manager of Service & Process at Caltech where she is passionate about facilities and operations strategies that deliver from asset intelligence to institutional impact. Mike Petrusky asks Kari why she believes the central theme in facilities and asset management is prioritizing people, both with staff and the broader campus community. They explore the opportunity FM leaders have...

Kris Lengieza is Field Chief Innovation Officer at Procore Technologies where he channels his passion for construction and technology to drive meaningful change in our industry. Mike Petrusky asks Kris about his experiences hosting the "Power of Construction" podcast, with his colleague, Sasha Reed. They explore the strong alignment between construction and facilities management, especially around...

James Waddell is President and Chief Research & Innovation Officer at Cognitive Corp where he is passionate about using AI to improve how buildings are designed, run, and experienced. Mike Petrusky welcomes James back to the show for an update on the current state of AI in asset and facility management, its practical applications, and its potential impact on the industry. They explore the challeng...

Maureen Roskoski is Vice President at FEA where she is passionate about sharing her expertise in sustainability, resilience, and facilities management. Mike Petrusky welcomes Maureen back to the show to discuss the latest opportunities for asset management leaders to more effectively communicate their stories in this special crossover episode with the "My Facility Podcast". They explore the import...

Carl Fennell is General Manager at Serco serving a client in the capital city of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. With over two decades of operational leadership experience, Carl is passionate about creating environments where people feel safe to think, speak, and grow. Mike Petrusky asks Carl about his facility management career journey which led him to move from his home country of the Uni...

Jon Towers is Policy Director at Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck where he is a strategist and advisor to top government officials and institutions, with years of experience serving The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Mike Petrusky asks Jon about the significant challenges facing the VA as it manages its vast portfolio of assets, including many aging and outdated facilities. They explore how t...

Laura Kuhn, ProFM, FMP, SFP is Director of Fleet & Facilities Management at Jefferson County Commission, WV where she is passionate about caring for government buildings so her community can come together to celebrate modern, accessible, and welcoming spaces. Mike Petrusky asks Laura about her thirty-year career in FM and they explore some of the challenges when managing a mixed set of assets, inc...

Ryan Linthicum is Managing Principal and Brett Milburn, GISP is Principal and Director of Digital Solutions at Langan Engineering & Environmental Services where they are passionate about guiding clients through the strategic implementation of cutting-edge technologies, including AI, machine learning, geospatial analytics, and enterprise system integration. Mike Petrusky asks his guests about the r...

Billy Holder, CFM is Founder & CEO at Project Aidra where he is as a dynamic and tech-savvy facilities professional who is passionate about driving facility management innovation. Mike Petrusky asks Billy about his FM career journey and how it led to the founding of Project Aidra, a company dedicated to building a future where more intelligent, automated, and precise property inspection is possibl...

Colette Temmink is a corporate real estate, facilities and operations leader at Voxel committed to making a positive impact championing safe, efficient and sustainable workplace technology. Mike Petrusky asks Colette about how asset and facility management has evolved from a purely tactical focus to a more strategic and technology-oriented profession, influenced by trends such as digital twins, AI...

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 journ...

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 ava...

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...

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-...

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 b...

Steve Willis, FMP is Vice President for Specialty Services at Mooring USA where his is a team builder, networker and educator in the field of disaster restoration and commercial construction. Mike Petrusky asks Steve about the future role of facility managers as the built environment becomes more complex and demanding due to the integration of new technologies and the aging of buildings. They expl...

Derek Crager, PMP, CLSS, CSM, AWS-CP is a visionary AI Solutions Architect & founder of Practical AI, which exists to bridge the gap between people and the knowledge they seek. Mike Petrusky asks Derek about empowering employees with the right knowledge and tools for effective asset and facility management. They explore how Voice AI can act as a singularity point in knowledge, providing instant ac...

Norelle Done is Director of Marketing at Viking Pure Solutions where she is on a mission to elevate the way we think about health, safety, and sustainability in the spaces we live, learn, and work. Mike Petrusky asks Norelle about the importance of addressing invisible threats in facilities, such as airborne viruses and chemical residues, and how nontoxic cleaners and disinfectants might help to r...

Shawn Morgal is Vice President of Facilities Management and Operations & Maintenance at The Building People where he is proudly serving multiple federal and local government agencies in support of the FM and O&M business lines. Mike Petrusky asks Shawn about his career journey and current perspectives on the state of the facility and asset management industries. They discuss the federal government...

Joe Alvarez is President & CEO of National Office Systems Companies where he is passionate about helping to bridge the gap between an organization's processes and technology when considering storage and asset management systems. Mike Petrusky asks Joe about RFID technology and the ways that it offers a more efficient and accurate way to track assets compared to traditional methods like barcodes an...